Zoom - H2essential
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Lowest price over 30 days
157,50 €
149,17 €
excl VAT
-5%
with eco participation: 0,50 €
In Stock
Usually shipped within 5 days
+infos
Warranty 3 years
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Portable Recorder
Zoom's H2 Essential portable recorder is a versatile tool for creators. Its 32-bit floating-point resolution delivers high-quality sound without clipping, even without having to adjust the gain, avoiding having to monitor settings during recording. Equipped with 3 internal microphones, it adjusts to your needs, whether recording in 90° or 120° stereo, in directional mono or in surround sound. Thanks to its USB-C connectivity, it can also be used as a USB microphone plugged directly into a computer for podcasts, videos, or calls. Ideal for musicians, videographers, journalists and podcasters, it adapts to all creative needs.
ARTICLE N° 98189
Specifications
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Zoom H2 Essential
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Standalone digital recorder
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Channels: 4 tracks, 2 stereo
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Sampling: 44.1, 48 or 96 kHz
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Maximum resolution: 32-bit float
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Compatible audio formats: Wave, BWF and iXML
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Capsules: 2 unidirectional (front/rear), 1 bidirectional (sides)
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Directivities: x9 (Mono, Stereo 90°, Stereo 120°, etc.)
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Color LCD screen: 1.3" (240 × 240)
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Recording capacity: up to 1 TB
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Recording media: microSDHC, microSDXC
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USB audio interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
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Advanced functions: Low-cut filter, pre-recording, automatic recording, playback speed adjustment
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Connections:
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Mic/Line lavalier microphone input: Mini-jack ∅3.5 mm (with PiP power supply)
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Headphone output: mini-jack ∅3.5 mm stereo
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4I2 audio interface + card reader: USB-C
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Bluetooth connectivity via BTA-1 adapter (sold separately) for:
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Remote control & UltraSync Blue synchronization
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Speaker: Mono 250 mW
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Power supply:
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Batteries: 2x LR6 / AA (autonomy ≈ 20 hours)
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AD-17 power adapter (sold separately)
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Dimensions: 97 x 60 x 44 mm
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Weight: 170 g
Presentation
With the Zoom H2 Essential, you have a complete solution for all your sound recording needs.
With its 3 microphones, this unique model allows you to choose between several recording patterns. Whether you need a stereo recording for an acoustic live or a mono recording for interviews, this device adapts to all your requirements. Its compact size makes it a practical tool to carry, while offering professional sound quality.
Where the H2essential really makes the difference is its ability to record with incomparable precision thanks to the 32-bit float mode.
No matter your environment, you will no longer have to manually adjust the gain: the device automatically adjusts to avoid any saturation or distortion. You are sure to get optimal sound quality every time.
For creators who use video, the H2essential offers additional features. You can connect it directly to your smartphone via USB-C and capture professional audio at the same time as your video. Whether you’re vlogging, streaming or podcasting, you’ll get the clear, defined audio that’s essential for quality content.
The H2essential doesn’t forget about accessibility, with features specifically designed for visually impaired users.
Menu navigation is made easy with audible descriptions in multiple languages.
Zoom, a trusted audio brand with a long history of innovation in recording solutions, isn’t resting on its laurels.
By offering versatile and intuitive products to meet the needs of modern creators, they’re evolving their Handy Recorder range to provide reliable and accessible audio solutions for everyone.
With its 3 microphones, this unique model allows you to choose between several recording patterns. Whether you need a stereo recording for an acoustic live or a mono recording for interviews, this device adapts to all your requirements. Its compact size makes it a practical tool to carry, while offering professional sound quality.
Where the H2essential really makes the difference is its ability to record with incomparable precision thanks to the 32-bit float mode.
No matter your environment, you will no longer have to manually adjust the gain: the device automatically adjusts to avoid any saturation or distortion. You are sure to get optimal sound quality every time.
For creators who use video, the H2essential offers additional features. You can connect it directly to your smartphone via USB-C and capture professional audio at the same time as your video. Whether you’re vlogging, streaming or podcasting, you’ll get the clear, defined audio that’s essential for quality content.
The H2essential doesn’t forget about accessibility, with features specifically designed for visually impaired users.
Menu navigation is made easy with audible descriptions in multiple languages.
Zoom, a trusted audio brand with a long history of innovation in recording solutions, isn’t resting on its laurels.
By offering versatile and intuitive products to meet the needs of modern creators, they’re evolving their Handy Recorder range to provide reliable and accessible audio solutions for everyone.
Information
Number of ways
4
Compatibility
MacOS, Windows, Android
Audio format
Wav, MP3
Memory type
Micro SD / SDHC / SDXC card
Max sampling frequency
96
Maximum resolution
32-bit floating point
Integrated stereo microphone
Yes
Micro input
Yes
Media player
micro SDXC, micro SDHC
Headphone output
Yes
Analog output
3.5 mm TRS mini-Jack
USB port
Yes
Power supply
Battery(ies), Via USB bus, Power adapter (sold separately)
Weight
170 g
To go further...
Some of the developments on the Zoom H2Essential recorder:
- 1.3" color LCD screen (240 × 240), more modern and intuitive interface.
- Recording in WAV, BWF and iXML format, up to 96 kHz/32-bit float.
- 3 microphone capsules: up to 9 directivities, with optimized sensitivity levels.
- Supports microSDHC / SDXC cards up to 1 TB, for high-resolution recordings.
- Up to 20 hours of battery life.
- Remote control via Bluetooth (via optional BTA-1 adapter)
- Synchronization via UltraSync Blue.
- 1.3" color LCD screen (240 × 240), more modern and intuitive interface.
- Recording in WAV, BWF and iXML format, up to 96 kHz/32-bit float.
- 3 microphone capsules: up to 9 directivities, with optimized sensitivity levels.
- Supports microSDHC / SDXC cards up to 1 TB, for high-resolution recordings.
- Up to 20 hours of battery life.
- Remote control via Bluetooth (via optional BTA-1 adapter)
- Synchronization via UltraSync Blue.
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SELECTION
Lowest price over 30 days
157,50 €
149,17 €
excl VAT
-5%
with eco participation: 0,50 €
In Stock
Usually shipped within 5 days
+infos
Warranty 3 years
Antonin
Tristan
Need help ?
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