Zoom H2 Essential Handy Recorder

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. With two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bi-directional mic facing side to side, the H2essential allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording.

Record in 32-bit float up to 96kHz ensuring high-quality audio without ever having to set gain. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, the H2essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card. Connect the H2essential to your mobile device via USB and record professional audio directly onto your phone's video. Perfect for video podcasts and live streams.

The H2essential has advanced features such as a low cut filter, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment. Record in MS Raw and adjust the width of the stereo image in post production. This is helpful when you want to control ambient noise.

The H2essential is designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.

Key Features:
Perfect portable recorder for capturing audio for content creation, streaming, and podcasting
Three onboard mics offer 90° stereo, 120° stereo, and mono pickup patterns
Stellar capturing power thanks to front and rear cardioid mics and side-facing bidirectional mic
32-bit float recording power at as much as 96kHz
Transfer audio via USB to your computer or Android/iOS smart device, including real-time audio for video recordings
Level with ease courtesy of a built-in mixer and conveniences like a low-cut filter, pre-recording, auto recording, and adjustment for playback speed
Onboard speaker and color LCD waveform display make monitoring your recordings a cinch
Available connections for headphones, 3.5mm devices
Allows for up to 1TB of SDXC card recording
Optional power via AA batteries or USB-C connection

• Three internal mics for versatile recording,
• Selectable mic patterns for ideal audio capture,
• 32-bit float recording up to 96kHz for high quality,
• USB-C connection for PC, Mac, and mobile devices,
• Advanced features like low cut filter and pre-record,
• Accessible menu navigation for the visually impaired,
• Onboard speaker with colour LCD for easy monitoring,
• Supports up to 1TB SDXC card recording capacity.