Zoom H2essential

The Zoom H2essential is a multi-purpose two-track recorder and recording device that offers excellent 32-bit recording quality and unique audio processing capability with three internal microphones. With a choice of different microphone characteristics, it gives creators more options than ever before.

Featuring two cardioid microphones, one forward-facing and one rearward-facing, combined with a stereo microphone that picks up sound from the sides, H2essential allows you to choose the ideal pickup pattern for each recording. Set the capture mode to 90º or 120º stereo, or choose mono capture to achieve a narrow characteristic and reduce background noise. Then select front recording, rear recording, or select both sides for surround sound capture. Record in MS Raw mode and determine your stereo width in post-production. H2essential has advanced features such as a low cut filter, pre-recording, auto-recording and playback speed settings.

Sound
With 32-bit resolution recording, you never have to worry about precise sensitivity settings. The H2essential captures every nuance of your audio and ensures high-quality recording in any situation. Audio recording is stored on SDXC-enabled SD cards with up to 2TB of capacity, allowing you to record hours and hours of audio at maximum quality.

Controls
The recording and rotary controls have been carefully designed to allow quiet operation. The high contrast OLED display makes it easy to navigate the simple interface. Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference. There is a special Marker button for instantly setting reference points while recording. The Essential range has been designed with blind and partially sighted users in mind. It allows operation with voice navigation via the built-in speaker or headphones. There are several basic languages to choose from (English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese).

Recording and streaming
Stream audio in 32-bit resolution and simultaneously upload it to an SD card. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS or Android device via the USB-C port, H2essential can be used as an audio audio interface with 4 inputs and 2 outputs. With the built-in mixer, you can easily adjust the audio level of each track and visually monitor their recording. Easily record audio to accompany your phone's video.

Suitable for camera
Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or connect headphones for monitoring. The microphone/line input (Jack 3.5mm) can be used with lapel microphones to record dialogues.

Wireless control
Use the Bluetooth BTA-1 adapter (not included) to pair with your iOS device and remotely control the record button, adjust mix settings, and take advantage of other wireless control options. With the Bluetooth BTA-1 adapter, you can also pair your device with timecode transmission to sync audio and video.