Zoom H2essential 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder

Product Highlights

• 32-Bit float recorder, at up to 96 kHz
• Stereo, mono, and surround recording
• Onboard 3-microphone array
• 3.5mm mic/line input with plug-in power
• 3.5mm line/headphone output
• Auto-record and pre-record functions
• Auto gain, limiter and low-cut filter
• Supports SDXC cards up to 2TB
• Powered by AA batteries (Not Included) or USB-C

Overview of the Zoom H2essential 32-Bit Recorder

The Zoom H2essential is a 32-bit handy recorder that features three internal microphones for intuitive recording with surround capabilities in the palm of your hand. This recorder provides it's users with the ability to select different mic patterns for more options. It also has two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bidirectional mic facing side to side, allowing you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording. Set your pickup pattern to 90 or 120° stereo, or choose mono for a hyper directional pickup, reducing background noise. Then choose to record from the front, rear, or activate both sides for surround sound pickup. Record in MS Raw, and control the width of the stereo image in postproduction by adjusting the mid-side levels—terrific for controlling ambient noise.

With 32-bit float recording, worry less about setting levels and with an extended dynamic range there is no audio clipping. Addittionally, this recorder supports sampling rates up to 96 kHz and when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, it can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to a SD card.

It's small and compact size makes its great for on-the-go works like podcasting and streaming to your mobile device.

In the Box

• Zoom H2essential Multi-Mic 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder