Zoom has expanded its product range with the introduction of three new audio recorders: the H1essential, H4essential, and H6essential. These devices are notable for their 32-bit float recording capability and simplified functionalities.
Zoom H1essential: A Compact Audio Solution
The H1essential is a 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder designed for straightforward audio recording. It is ideal for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators. Despite its wide dynamic range, users are advised to avoid microphone overload.
Main Features of H1essential:
- Portable and user-friendly design
- Integrated X/Y microphones, capable of handling up to 120 dB
- Features such as overdubbing, playback speed control, and a mono mode
- Vivid OLED display and functionality as a USB-C microphone
- Accommodates microSDXC cards up to 1TB
- Includes accessories like a windscreen, USB cable, and case
Zoom H4essential: Advanced 4-Track Recorder The H4essential is a 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder aimed at emerging musicians, indie filmmakers, and content creators. It offers four tracks of clear audio recording without manual level adjustments, and its X/Y mics can manage up to 130 dB.
Key Characteristics of H4essential:
- Intuitive design suitable for various creators
- Two XLR-1/4″ TRS Combo Inputs with preamps
- Onboard mixer and a clear 2-inch color waveform display
- Acts as a 4×2 USB-C audio interface
- Tripod mountable and equipped with accessibility features for visually impaired users
- Compatible with the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
The H4essential is priced at $199.99 USD for pre-order.
Zoom H6essential: Flagship 6-Track Recorder The H6essential represents Zoom’s top-tier 6-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder. It is designed for professional use, offering six tracks of distortion-free recording with hot-swappable X/Y mics capable of handling 135 dB.
Major Features of H6essential:
- Flagship handheld recorder for various professional needs
- Four XLR-1/4″ TRS Combo Inputs with premium preamps
- Dual A/D converters, onboard mixer, and waveform display
- Functions as a 6×2 USB-C audio interface
- Removable microphone capsules for versatile recording needs
- Accessibility options for visually impaired users
- Compatible with BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
The Zoom H6essential is available for pre-order at $299.99 USD.
News source: https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/
