First thoughts
Quite nicely built, doesn’t seem too fragile. No menu system, only switches, quite refreshing! Light and very easy to carry anywhere.
Recordings on built-in mics at close range exhibit presence and acceptable tone. From further away noise can become a little obtrusive as ALC hunts for level. Surprisingly good with an external mic - the real surprise.
All in all, very good for £89.
£89
Text from Zoom
H1 Handy Recorder
It’s
our smallest recorder ever. But don’t let its size fool you. The H1
Handy Recorder has our renowned recording technology and
‘studio-quality’ microphones in our 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.
What sets us 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 we
still provide 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 microSD card. Using a
32GB microSDHC 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.
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.
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….
Features
- Stereo X/Y mic configuration captures perfect stereo images
- Same frequency and SPL handling as popular Zoom H2
- Records Broadcast WAV (BWF) at 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bit
- Records MP3 from 48 to 320kbps for maximum recording time
- Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port
- Built-in reference speaker
- Includes 2GB microSD card and one AA battery
- One AA size battery allows 10 hours operation
- Accommodates up to 32GB microSDHC memory cards
- Track marker function
- Low cut filter
- Built-in tripod mount
- 1/8" external mic input
- Stereo 1/8" line output
- Auto record level
- Optional accessory package (APH-1) includes windscreen, AC adapter (USB type), USB cable, adjustable tripod stand, padded-shell case and mic clip adapter
£89