The Zoom H2essential Multi-Mic 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder is the only Handy Recorder with three internal microphones. With the ability to select different mic patterns, it gives creators more options than ever before.
With two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bi-directional mic facing side to side, the H2essential allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording.
| Portable Recorder | |
| Form Factor | Handheld Recorder |
| Number of Tracks | WAV: 2 |
| Number of Input Channels | 4 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 96 kHz / 32-Bit Float |
| Microphone | Built-In 3-Mic Array |
| Number of Microphone Inputs | 1 |
| Built-In Speaker | Yes |
| Display | 1.3" / LCD |
| Memory Card Support | microSDHC, microSDXC (2 TB) |
| Internal Storage | No |
| Special Features | Pre-Record Buffer, Remote Control Capable, Voice Activation |
| Recording | |
| Audio File Formats | BWF, iXML, WAV |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz |
| Bit Depth | Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point) |
| Signal Processing & FX | Limiter, Speed Change |
| Timecode Support | Yes |
| Included Software | No |
| Connectivity | |
| Analogue I/O | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Line/Mic Input |
| Digital I/O | No |
| Phantom Power | No |
| Plug-In Power | Yes, 3.3 V |
| System Connection | 1x USB-C |
| Audio Interface Capability | Multi-Track |
| Wireless | Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes, Adapter Required (Not Included): iOS Only Functionality: Remote Control |
| Performance | |
| Max Input Level | 1/8" / 3.5 mm Inputs: -7 dBu |
| Headphone Output Power | 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance | 1/8" / 3.5 mm Inputs: 2 Kilohms |
| Microphone Sensitivity | -37 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Unidirectional) -39 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Bidirectional) |
| Microphone Max SPL | 120 dB (Shotgun-Unidirectional) 122 dB (Shotgun-Bidirectional) |
| Power | |
| Power Options | Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter |
| Battery Type | 2x AA |
| Approximate Battery Life | 8 Hours (AA Alkaline, All Channels) 8 Hours (AA NiMH, All Channels) 17.5 Hours (AA Lithium, All Channels) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | VDC Not Included |
| Physical | |
| Included Accessories | No |
| Mounting Options | 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Dimensions | 2.4 x 3.8 x 1.7" / 60 x 97 x 44 mm |
| Weight | 6 oz / 170 g (with Batteries) |
