Zoom H1essential Stereo Handy Recorder

AI Noise Reduction

Enable AI Noise Reduction to eliminate steady background noise, lowering the noise floor for clear, studio-quality sound anywhere.

Gain Adjustment

Adjust levels during recording to significantly reduce the need for audio editing in post-production.

MP3 Recording

Enables recording in a compressed format that minimizes file size, making sharing recorded files even more convenient.

32-Bit Float Magic✨

With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H1essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high-quality audio with every take.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

The Essential Series was 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.*

* To use a language other than English, please visit Support and Downloads.

Ellis Hall | Singer, Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist

Loud and Clear

The onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine.

Learn more about XY Stereo Recording

Essential For Creators

The Perfect Practice Companion for Musicians

Musicians can use the H1essential to record every rehearsal, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment are great for writing and practicing.

Vinny Valentino | Guitarist

Sound Makes the Scene

The H1essential is great for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.

James Appleton | Location Sound Mixer

For Storytellers

Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for sit down conversations or use ‘mono mode’ for on-the-go interviews.

Ming Chen | Podcaster | A Shared Universe Podcastudio

Marielle Nuval | Pastry Chef | Honeybell Bakery and Cafe

Big Features, Small Package

The H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.

Best-In-Class

USB Microphone

When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C Port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.

Soft Touch Controls

Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation.

Built-In Speaker

Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.

Camera Friendly

Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones to monitor audio.

Lavalier Ready

The 3.5 mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.

Vivid OLED Screen

The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential’s simple interface.

Set Markers

The H1essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.

High Capacity Storage

The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.