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Zoom H2essential
Portable Recording Equipment
EUR 180.00
Free delivery in Belgium from EUR 200
| Product # | 255281 |
| Brand | Zoom |
| Category | Portable Recording Equipment | Brand Category | Zoom - Portable Recorders |
| Series | Zoom H Zoom H 2 |
| Release date | January 2026 |
| Availability |  1 unit in stock |
| Shop | Availability |
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| External Warehouse |
Average delivery time: 4-14 days |
Unit: 1 piece(s)
Shipping cost: Shipping cost on demand
Description
The H2essential is the only Handy Recorder with three internal microphones. With the ability to select different mic patterns, it gives creators more options than ever before.
More Recording Options
The H2essential is the only handheld recorder with three built-in microphones. Thanks to the selectable polar patterns, creatives have more recording options than ever before.
Front, Rear, and Side/Side
With its two front- and rear-facing cardioid microphones and a bidirectional microphone on the horizontal axis, the H2essential lets you select the perfect polar pattern for every recording.
3 Microphones… 9 Recording Modes
Choose between mono recording and 90° and 120° stereo modes. Select the front or rear recording direction, or activate the bidirectional microphone for surround sound.
Absorption-Free Recordings
Create 32-bit float recordings at up to 96 kHz for guaranteed high-quality, distortion-free audio without having to adjust any settings.
32-bit Floating USB Microphone
When the H2essential is connected to a PC or Mac, or an iOS or Android device, via USB-C, it can simultaneously function as a USB microphone and record to the internal SD card.
Recording Video Audio with a Smartphone
Connect the H2essential to your mobile device with a USB cable to record your mobile videos with professional-quality sound. The perfect solution for video podcasts and live streams.
Post-Processing Your M/S Recordings
Record in MS RAW format and adjust the stereo width as needed in post-production. This allows you to control ambient noise.
Features You'll Love
The H2essential offers advanced features such as a low-pass filter, pre-record, auto-record, and adjustable playback speed.
ZOOM Convenient Control and Synchronization
Pair one or more H2essentials with your iOS device using the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter* to remotely record and synchronize timecode. Please note: The BTA-1 adapter is not included.
Custom-Designed Windscreen*
The windscreen, designed specifically for the H2essential, minimizes wind noise during outdoor recordings. Its precisely fitted shape allows you to use all functions even with the windscreen installed.
*The windscreen is available as an optional accessory in the H2essential Accessories Pack.
3.5 mm Jack Input
The 3.5 mm jack input allows you to connect media players, keyboards, and plug-in powered lavalier microphones. You can record both the front microphone and the 3.5 mm input simultaneously.
Integrated Mixer
Easily adjust the level of individual audio tracks with the mixer.
Color LCD Screen for Waveform Display
The h2essential's color LCD screen makes the user-friendly interface easy to navigate. The waveform display allows you to visually monitor the recording in real time.
Headphone Output
Use the 3.5 mm headphone jack to connect headphones or a camera.
Internal Speaker
The internal speaker is used for quickly reviewing recordings and for accessibility features.
High-Capacity Storage
The h2essential supports SD cards up to 1 TB.
Versatile Power Supply
The h2essential can be powered by two AA batteries or via the USB-C port. Power can be supplied via the USB bus or a power bank.
Accessibility
For people with visual impairments, the h2essential offers an accessible operating concept. During menu navigation, audio descriptions are provided via the integrated speaker or headphones. Creative professionals can choose between the languages English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian and Chinese.
More Recording Options
The H2essential is the only handheld recorder with three built-in microphones. Thanks to the selectable polar patterns, creatives have more recording options than ever before.
Front, Rear, and Side/Side
With its two front- and rear-facing cardioid microphones and a bidirectional microphone on the horizontal axis, the H2essential lets you select the perfect polar pattern for every recording.
3 Microphones… 9 Recording Modes
Choose between mono recording and 90° and 120° stereo modes. Select the front or rear recording direction, or activate the bidirectional microphone for surround sound.
Absorption-Free Recordings
Create 32-bit float recordings at up to 96 kHz for guaranteed high-quality, distortion-free audio without having to adjust any settings.
32-bit Floating USB Microphone
When the H2essential is connected to a PC or Mac, or an iOS or Android device, via USB-C, it can simultaneously function as a USB microphone and record to the internal SD card.
Recording Video Audio with a Smartphone
Connect the H2essential to your mobile device with a USB cable to record your mobile videos with professional-quality sound. The perfect solution for video podcasts and live streams.
Post-Processing Your M/S Recordings
Record in MS RAW format and adjust the stereo width as needed in post-production. This allows you to control ambient noise.
Features You'll Love
The H2essential offers advanced features such as a low-pass filter, pre-record, auto-record, and adjustable playback speed.
ZOOM Convenient Control and Synchronization
Pair one or more H2essentials with your iOS device using the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter* to remotely record and synchronize timecode. Please note: The BTA-1 adapter is not included.
Custom-Designed Windscreen*
The windscreen, designed specifically for the H2essential, minimizes wind noise during outdoor recordings. Its precisely fitted shape allows you to use all functions even with the windscreen installed.
*The windscreen is available as an optional accessory in the H2essential Accessories Pack.
3.5 mm Jack Input
The 3.5 mm jack input allows you to connect media players, keyboards, and plug-in powered lavalier microphones. You can record both the front microphone and the 3.5 mm input simultaneously.
Integrated Mixer
Easily adjust the level of individual audio tracks with the mixer.
Color LCD Screen for Waveform Display
The h2essential's color LCD screen makes the user-friendly interface easy to navigate. The waveform display allows you to visually monitor the recording in real time.
Headphone Output
Use the 3.5 mm headphone jack to connect headphones or a camera.
Internal Speaker
The internal speaker is used for quickly reviewing recordings and for accessibility features.
High-Capacity Storage
The h2essential supports SD cards up to 1 TB.
Versatile Power Supply
The h2essential can be powered by two AA batteries or via the USB-C port. Power can be supplied via the USB bus or a power bank.
Accessibility
For people with visual impairments, the h2essential offers an accessible operating concept. During menu navigation, audio descriptions are provided via the integrated speaker or headphones. Creative professionals can choose between the languages English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian and Chinese.
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Properties
- Mid-side stereo pickup for front and rear sound
- Selectable polar patterns: 120°, 90°, and MONO
- 32-bit float recording – no gain control required
- 3.5 mm stereo mini input for external microphone/line signal
- 3.5 mm stereo mini line/headphone output
- Built-in speaker for quick monitoring
- Built-in mixer for volume control
- 1.3-inch color LCD display
- Low-cut filter
- Voice control and output for the visually impaired
- 32-bit float USB microphone functionality for Win/Mac/iOS/Android
- Remote control via iOS app using optional BTA-1 via Bluetooth connection
- Supports Micro SDHC/Micro SDXC cards up to 1 TB
- Power supply via 2 AA batteries, AC adapter, or USB power bank
- 11 hours of operating time with 2 AA alkaline batteries
- Selectable polar patterns: 120°, 90°, and MONO
- 32-bit float recording – no gain control required
- 3.5 mm stereo mini input for external microphone/line signal
- 3.5 mm stereo mini line/headphone output
- Built-in speaker for quick monitoring
- Built-in mixer for volume control
- 1.3-inch color LCD display
- Low-cut filter
- Voice control and output for the visually impaired
- 32-bit float USB microphone functionality for Win/Mac/iOS/Android
- Remote control via iOS app using optional BTA-1 via Bluetooth connection
- Supports Micro SDHC/Micro SDXC cards up to 1 TB
- Power supply via 2 AA batteries, AC adapter, or USB power bank
- 11 hours of operating time with 2 AA alkaline batteries
Specifications
- Built-in microphone (center)
- (FRONT/REAR)
- Pickup pattern: Unidirectional
- Sensitivity: -37 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum input SPL: 120 dB SPL
- Built-in microphone (side)
- Pickup pattern: Bidirectional
- Sensitivity: -39 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum input SPL: 122 dB SPL
- MIC/LINE IN jack
- Connection: Stereo mini-jack
- Input impedance: 2 kΩ
- Maximum input level: -7 dBu
- Power supply: 3.3 V
- Output
- PHONE/LINE OUT jack
- Connection: Stereo mini-jack
- Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω load)
- Output impedance: 10 Ω or less
- Built-in speaker
- Type: 20 mm × 30 mm Elliptical dynamic loudspeaker
- Maximum effective output level: 250 mW
- Recorder
- Recording format: WAV, 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz/32-bit float, stereo/mono BWF and iXML formats are supported
- Recording media: microSDHC memory cards, microSDXC memory cards
- See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential) for information on microSD cards confirmed to be compatible with this device. https://zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential
- Display: 1.3" color LCD screen (240 × 240)
- USB Connection: USB Type-C, use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.
- Audio interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Input and output channels: 4 inputs/2 outputs (multi), 2 inputs/2 outputs (stereo)
- Sampling frequencies: 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface only), 44.1/48 kHz (audio interface + onboard recording)
- Bit depths: 24-bit, 32-bit float
- File transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Power supply: 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or NiMH), AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A, USB bus power is supported
- Estimated Battery Operating Times
- These values are approximate.
- Battery operating times were determined using internal testing methods. They can vary significantly depending on usage conditions.
- Front stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, without headphones or remote control, power saving time set to 1 minute
- Alkaline batteries: approximately 11 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approximately 9 hours
- Lithium batteries: approximately 20.5 hours
- Front + rear stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, without headphones or remote control, power saving time set to 1 minute
- Alkaline batteries: approximately 8 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approximately 8 hours
- Lithium batteries: approximately 17.5 hours
- Front stereo recording + external microphone at 96kHz/32-bit float with headphones (33Ω load) and remote control, power saving time Set to Off
- Alkaline batteries: approx. 4 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approx. 4.5 hours
- Lithium batteries: approx. 9.5 hours
- Power consumption: Maximum 3 W
- (FRONT/REAR)
- Pickup pattern: Unidirectional
- Sensitivity: -37 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum input SPL: 120 dB SPL
- Built-in microphone (side)
- Pickup pattern: Bidirectional
- Sensitivity: -39 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum input SPL: 122 dB SPL
- MIC/LINE IN jack
- Connection: Stereo mini-jack
- Input impedance: 2 kΩ
- Maximum input level: -7 dBu
- Power supply: 3.3 V
- Output
- PHONE/LINE OUT jack
- Connection: Stereo mini-jack
- Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω load)
- Output impedance: 10 Ω or less
- Built-in speaker
- Type: 20 mm × 30 mm Elliptical dynamic loudspeaker
- Maximum effective output level: 250 mW
- Recorder
- Recording format: WAV, 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz/32-bit float, stereo/mono BWF and iXML formats are supported
- Recording media: microSDHC memory cards, microSDXC memory cards
- See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential) for information on microSD cards confirmed to be compatible with this device. https://zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential
- Display: 1.3" color LCD screen (240 × 240)
- USB Connection: USB Type-C, use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.
- Audio interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Input and output channels: 4 inputs/2 outputs (multi), 2 inputs/2 outputs (stereo)
- Sampling frequencies: 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface only), 44.1/48 kHz (audio interface + onboard recording)
- Bit depths: 24-bit, 32-bit float
- File transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Power supply: 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or NiMH), AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A, USB bus power is supported
- Estimated Battery Operating Times
- These values are approximate.
- Battery operating times were determined using internal testing methods. They can vary significantly depending on usage conditions.
- Front stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, without headphones or remote control, power saving time set to 1 minute
- Alkaline batteries: approximately 11 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approximately 9 hours
- Lithium batteries: approximately 20.5 hours
- Front + rear stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, without headphones or remote control, power saving time set to 1 minute
- Alkaline batteries: approximately 8 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approximately 8 hours
- Lithium batteries: approximately 17.5 hours
- Front stereo recording + external microphone at 96kHz/32-bit float with headphones (33Ω load) and remote control, power saving time Set to Off
- Alkaline batteries: approx. 4 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approx. 4.5 hours
- Lithium batteries: approx. 9.5 hours
- Power consumption: Maximum 3 W
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