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Product Description Recorder .com Brilliant Stereo Recording. Now in your pocket. Combining powerful recording capability with elegance and simplicity, the H1 Handy Recorder is Zoom's smallest, most affordable recorder ever. The H1 Handy Recorder features Zoom's renowned recording technology and studio-quality microphones in their easiest, most portable device ever. Now Zoom recording technology is available to everyone. And with an infinite variety of applications, you'll want to take your H1 everywhere. From musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals to seminars, conferences, journalism or capturing audio for video, the H1 gives you clean, clear stereo sound effortlessly. Zoom H1 Portable Digital Recorder Features:Stereo X/Y mic configuration captures perfect stereo imagesSame frequency and SPL handling as popular Zoom H2Records Broadcast WAV (BWF) at 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bitRecords MP3 from 48 to 320kbps for maximum recording timeHi-Speed USB 2.0 portBuilt-in reference speakerIncludes 2GB microSD memory card and 1 AA batteryOne AA size battery allows 10 hours operationAccommodates up to 32GB microSDHC memory cardsTrack marker functionLow cut filterBuilt-in mounting joint for tripod mount1/8 inch external mic inputStereo 1/8 inch line outputAuto record levelH1 Features at a glance: The H1 Handy Recorder puts all its functions at your fingertips. No menus! Its backlit display features recording levels, file format, time elapsed, remaining battery life and recording time. Its intuitive transport puts all the controls on the side with no menus on the screen. A large record button gives you complete control. Playback and pause, marker, forward and rewind buttons are all accessible by your thumb. Volume for playback and monitoring can be adjusted using your index finger. On the back, you'll find a single AA battery compartment, a tripod mount, low cut filter, auto level setting and recording format selectable switches. There's also convenient mount for a strap or lanyard clip. All the transport controls are on right side of the H1 and you can adjust recording levels on the fly. A 1/8 inch stereo line input is located on this side and its USB port is also accessible here as is its power on and hold switch. On the left side, you can replace your microSD card by folding down the rubberized door. There's also a 1/8 inch stereo line/headphone output with adjustable volume control for monitoring playback. The built-in reference speaker is on the bottom of the unit. What sets Zoom apart? Like all Zoom recorders, the H1's onboard microphones are configured in an X/Y pattern, for stunning stereo imaging. Because both mics are arranged on the same axis, they are equidistant from the sound source for perfect localization and no phase shifting. The result is great stereo recordings with natural depth and accurate imaging. Under your thumb… With its newly designed user interface, the H1 is also our easiest recorder to use. All its functions are at your fingertips, such as track marker, auto record, low cut filter, level and volume controls with on-board buttons…No menus required! Intuitive controls make it easy to capture the audio you need with ease. But it still provides the versatility you've come to expect from Zoom. So you get total recording format flexibility from 16-bit/44.1 kHz to 24-bit/96 kHz WAV, or MP3 from 48 kbps to 320 kbps and enough tools onboard to make impeccable recordings. Secure your digital memories. The H1 records on microSD cards and comes with a 2GB card. Using a 32 GB microSD card allows over 50 hours of recording time at 16-bit/44.1 kHz. MicroSD cards were specifically designed for the ever-evolving mobile technology market. Approximately the size of a fingernail, the microSD card is a significant advance in technology and its size and capacity are a major reason why the H1 is able to deliver so much recording technology in such a small package. Share the love. With its Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port, the H1 allows for fast transfer of your audio files to your computer. Listen, edit and share with your fans on your Mac or PC. It also includes a reference speaker to ensure your recordings are being captured as you desire. Musicians - Shorten the Learning Curve With stereo recording so precise and so easy, musicians will love the H1. An indispensible part of any serious musician's arsenal, the H1 makes recording rehearsals and practice sessions easier than ever. And the best part is, because your performance is captured with crystal clear audio, you can really critique your own playing, and get better. Songwriters - More Hit Wonders Isn't it time you heard your masterpieces in beautiful stereo that rivals a professional recording studio? Zoom knows you're the creative type, not an engineer. That's why Zoom made the H1 so easy to setup and navigate. So you can keep the inspiration going. Your most creative ideas can now be recorded and shared with your co-writers anywhere and at anytime the music hits you. Just be sure you have your H1 on at all times! Bands - On the Road, On the Run. There are so many applications for your band and the H1. Start with learning new songs. If you're the guy who teaches the songs, record each part on an H1 and email it to the members of your band. If you're the one who books the band, you band needs to get heard. And everyone in the group needs to hear their performance to get better. The H1 makes capturing your performance easy, even when you're cranking out high SPLs. Video and Film Professionals - Indie Shoots That Don't Sound Indie. With DSLR cameras that shoot incredible HD video, the need for a better audio solution has emerged. The H1 will easily shoe mount on top of a video or DSLR camera. And because it has a standard 1/4-20 mount on the bottom, you can place the H1 anywhere on your rig. Use the stereo output jack to connect directly to the audio input on your camera, or bring the audio into your editing suite using the USB connection. The H1 is the perfect entry point for those getting started with dual source shooting. Journalism - Scoop Central… These days, a journalist needs the ablility to capture broadcast ready interviews whenever or wherever they occur. Imagine being able to spontaneously capture the kind of audio your producer needs and send it remotely via email. That's what the H1 provides. It's literally a recording studio in your pocket! And the files are Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) so your producer has time and date stamping as well as any markers you set for total editing ease. Business - Content Management Whether it's a sales meeting, training conference or a seminar, the ability to capture and distribute the content is a big part of the ROI when you do events. Use the H1 to record your content for your company website or distribute it by email to your peers. Edit and turn it into a podcast. The possibilities are endless. Whatever the use, the H1 is perfect for legal, business and medical field use. Accessorize the size… Everything you need to get started recording is included. Your H1 comes with an AA battery for 10 hours of operation and a 2 GB microSD card. In addition, an H1 accessory package (APH-1) is also available with an array of accessories that make your recordings even more pristine and easier to capture. The accessory kit includes a windscreen, AC adapter (USB type), USB cable, adjustable tripod stand, padded-shell case and a mic clip adapter.
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Great little recorder
I just got mine a few days ago, and so far I love it. Yes, as other reviews have said, it does feel very light and sort of fragile. Really though, if you take good care of your equipment, and keep it in some sort of case when you aren't using it, like I do, then I don't see why this recorder won't last a while.I bought this to replace my Tascam DR-07, and after testing the Zoom, I will be selling my old Tascam for sure. Here's why:The Zoom H1 is tiny. I've been keeping it in a PSP case very similar to this one:I can fit the recorder, headphones, and a mini tripod in this case, along with a small piece of foam to place between the Zoom and the tripod because I'm overly careful about scratches.The sound quality on the Zoom is better than the Tascam, especially with the built in mics, but also with external plug-in mics. The Tascam always seems to have a little bit of a background hiss, which I have experienced none of with the Zoom. The built-in mics on the Zoom H1 are a little bit more clear and sharp sounding than the Tascam, and their pickup pattern is much more directional. This is good and bad, depending on your usage. With the Tascam, I could pretty much place it anywhere in the middle of a group of musicians and it would pick up the whole ensemble almost evenly, with some stereo separation. With the Zoom, whatever is directly in front of the recorder is picked up louder, and centered between the left and right. Things slightly off to the sides are picked up quieter, and with much more clear stereo separation than the Tascam. So overall, I would say this is another positive for the Zoom, unless you are trying to pick up all of the sounds in all directions at once.The buttons are easy to learn the layout of, but they are a small and recessed, making them a little bit more difficult to press than I would like. The record button has a soft feel to it, as opposed to a solid click, which is kind of a set back. The buttons could be better but they are in no way a deal-killer.You are definitely going to want some sort of windscreen for this recorder, either foam, fur, or something. I sewed together a little sleeve out of nylon stockings and a hair elastic, and I can keep it on the recorder all the time because it takes up no space. It does less than a foam windscreen would, and much less than a fur one like a redhead would, but it cuts out a lot of the pops and noises of moving the recorder around or breathing near it.All together, I would say this is a great little recorder, with superb sound quality, and alright build quality, that is easily worth the low price it is currently going for. For DSLR filmmakers, musicians, or anyone else, I say go for it.
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CLEAR & SIMPLE... despite cheap plastic, it's a WINNER!!!
The media could not be loaded. PAID :: $99.99 - 1/15/16 - Did not get the Official Zoom Accessories Kit.(SEE VIDEO FOR SOUND EXAMPLES)NOTE :: 1st half is a Nikon D5300 BUILT-IN Mic, 2nd half is the ZOOM. You can hear the irritating Auto-focus noise w/Built-In :(RESULTS :: Captures Audio very well, if you use even earbuds as a monitor, it shocks you how much detail the Stereo Mics on the unit actually pick up. During a Car Show I was able to pickup "Everything" including idle chatter, birds in the distance, loud resonating bass from big block muscle cars...even to the point of being more sensitive then my own ears.CONCERNS :: My MAIN complaint is a specific minor issue. When you use it as a line-in 'ripper' the highs are washed out and the lows lack 50% or more of the frequencies below 250Hz. In other words using this as an mp3 ripper is less then ideal. I am sure I could get good results, but not without disabling every sound feature on my SoundBlaster ZX Card AND setting all EQ's to flat or disabled. NOTE:: When ripping the aforementioned steps are standard, you just need to put in extra time to rip with an H1 due to clarity, high end noise & the low end -db cut.FINAL OPINION :: Fantastic device, super easy to use & very suitable for post-production audio syncing. I don't use the line-in as a ripper, but that's completely overshadowed by the units functionality. If you need a great easy to use recording device for car shows, beach events or other busy convention-like activity the Zoom H1 Handy is the BEST vs. COST. It functions perfectly as a personal recorder and for interviews. The buttons function perfectly for me, with my only real complaint being the plastic case feels cheap & the SD Card slot & battery covers are too delicate. (Although after 6 months, I have not damaged mine...yet.)::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::UPDATES :: Make sure you download the firmware update = fixes the battery drain issue. My batteries last for MONTHS sitting in my H1 and I use Rechargeable Duracell NiMH cells. Get a FUZZY windscreen, handle (for personal recordings) & vibration isolation cage. I bought this set Movo AEK-Z1 Accessory Kit for the Zoom H1 Handy Recorder (Includes Shockmount, Camera Shoe, Furry Windsceeen & Hand Grip) it's much better then the Zoom versions (sadly). If you're not sure about this device let me say "It's a critical upgrade when compared to any built-in DSLR Mic hands down!" Just wish they sold an aluminum version with weatherproof rubberized sd card doors & battery cover, I would buy it even at $200. The larger Zoom mics are much better, but for me SIZE, WEIGHT & EASE of USE are more critical to me when used for events/shows/conventions/etc. Multi-track recorders have the edge, but the H1 gets the job done for me at a fraction of the cost & clutter.::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
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