The World’s Easiest Recorder, Just Got Easier
With the push of a button the H1essential captures perfect audio for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators. Simply hit record and discover the power of 32-bit float.
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.
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.
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.
Features & Specs
- 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
Specs
INPUTS
Built-in mic | 90º XY stereo format | |
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Directionality | Unidirectional | |
Sensitivity | –37 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz | |
Maximum sound pressure input | 120 dB SPL | |
MIC/LINE IN jack | Connector | Stereo mini jack |
Input impedance | 2 kΩ or more | |
Plug-in power | 2.5 V | |
Built-in mic | 90º XY stereo format | |
Directionality | Unidirectional |
OUTPUTS
PHONE / LINE OUT jack | Connector | Stereo mini jack |
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Maximum output level | 20 mW + 20 mW(into 32Ω load) | |
Output impedance | 10 Ω or less | |
Built-in speaker | Type | 20 x 30mm oval dynamic speaker |
Practical maximum output | 250mW | |
RECORDER
Recording formats | WAV |
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44.1/48/96 kHz、32-bit Float | |
Stereo / Mono | |
BWF and iXML formats supported | |
Recording media | 4–32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification |
64GB–1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification | |
DISPLAY
OLED | 128 x 64 |
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USB
Connector | USB Type-C |
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• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. | |
USB Mic | USB 2.0 High Speed |
48 kHz, 24-bit | |
File transfer | USB 2.0 High Speed |
POWER
2 AAA batteries | Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH |
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AC adapter | ZOOM AD-17: DC 5 V/1 A |
• USB bus power is supported. | |
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIME USING BATTERIES
Alkaline batteries | About 10 hours |
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NiMH batteries (800 mAh) | About 9 hours |
Lithium batteries | About 18 hours |
Stereo recording, 48kHz/32-bit float, no headphones, Power Save 1min
These values are approximate.
Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.
They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
Power consumption | 5 W maximum |
Dimensions | 53.9 mm (W) × 136.6 mm (D) × 29.0 mm (H) |
Weight (including batteries) | 92 g |
Most of the orders placed before 3pm are shipped on the same day
Same day delivery in Chennai if order is placed within 12 pm and next day delivery in Bangalore if order is placed within 4 pm.
Certain items, such as special order or oversized may not qualify for free shipping. ( over sized means above 30kg volumetric )
(NOTE: If you should return your purchase, the cost of shipping will be deducted from your credit or refund.)
Our working hours for logistics are 10 am- 6 pm, Monday - Saturday. This means that the order placed on Saturday will be shipped by Monday.
We
Request all our customers to take an unboxing video of the product received , so if any defects or damages is found we will provide replacement or refund If you
are not completely satisfied with any product, return it for a full refund of the product purchase price, full credit, or exchange of your choice. We give you 2 days from the Delivery date.
Should
you find it necessary to return any merchandise, it must be shipped within this 4-day guarantee period. All returned items must be in the original packaging complete with all components including the warranty card and owner’s manual and show no signs of wear or abuse.Please pack the item properly, as it was delivered to you, so that there is no damage or dents during return shipment process. Otherwise the return will either be refused or subject to a 15% restocking fee.
Refunds
are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges, unless you have received a damaged or defective product. Products received with physical damage must be reported to us within 2 days of the delivery date.
Terms & conditions for return process:
All return
items must include original packaging along the owner’s manual, warranty card
and should not show any wear or abuse with the product.
The following items are non-returnable except for defects:
Return Process :
If you would like to return a product, it is required to contact us as soon as
possible at +91-9600142602 or email us to info@chennaimusicals.com .
We will be sharing a return transit slip or we will provide a number for authorization
of return
Please pack the product .properly, as it was delivered to you, so that there is no
damage or dents during return shipment process.
Please send your return to:
CHENNAI MUSICALS
No.90 Grand Northern Trunk Road, Bypass,
opposite to Ramalakshmi Paradise,
Madhavaram, Chennai,
Tamil Nadu 600110
Mobile 6374515264
The refund will be initiated only after the package has
been received back at our warehouse in Chennai
The
refund amount will be transferred, as per banking and payment gateway norms, within five business days of the receipt of the returned shipment at our store.
For
further information on our guarantees, shipping, and return policies, please
contact us.
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