Zoom H1 Essential 32-Bit Float Stereo Recorder

The Zoom H1 Essential 32-Bit Float Stereo Recorder is a compact, easy-to-use audio recorder designed to capture pristine sound anywhere, anytime. Featuring 32-bit float recording, it preserves every detail of your audio without the need to adjust gain—ensuring distortion-free clarity and zero clipping, whether you’re capturing quiet ambiences or loud performances.

Its high-quality X/Y stereo microphones deliver natural, immersive sound with excellent spatial accuracy, making it ideal for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, journalists, and content creators on the move. The lightweight, handheld design fits effortlessly in your pocket or bag, while the intuitive interface lets you start recording in seconds.

Additional features include USB-C connectivity for file transfer and use as an audio interface, microSD card support for flexible storage, and long-lasting battery life to keep you recording through sessions, interviews, and field work.

Reliable, portable, and incredibly easy to use, the Zoom H1 Essential brings professional-grade recording power to creators who need great audio in a simple, grab-and-go format.

Features

• 32-bit float recording: perfect audio with no need to set gain
• 120 dB SPL 90º XY Mics
• Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
• New OLED Display
• Overdubbing, auto record, pre-record and timer functions
• USB Microphone Function
• Audio guidance function for the blind and visually impaired
• 10 hours of battery life on 2 AAA Batteries or USB-C Bus power