When I started my media activity, the Zoom H1 audio recorder was my daily driver. It is compact, has a stereo input & output, a good microphone and is affordable. So I’m happy today to report that the journey of the H1 continues and Zoom today introduced the new H1N. It’s not a simple update but a good further development.
Creators everywhere are using Zoom Handy Recorders to capture sound and sample audio like never before. The new H1n is the next take-anywhere recorder for every creator’s gear bag.
Zoom H1n’s New Microphones & Controls
The H1n’s X/Y microphones capture high-quality stereo sound, supporting up to 24-bit audio at sampling rates of 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz in WAV and various MP3 formats. With the H1n, we’ve redesigned the user experience. One-touch button controls make it simple to record songs, audio-for-film, lectures, podcasting, and more. And its new monochromatic 1.25” LCD display is easy to read even in the brightest lighting conditions.An advanced onboard limiter offers distortion-free signal up to 120 dB SPL, cleanly recording the loudest of bands. A low-cut filter also helps eliminate pops and unwanted low frequency rumble.
Improved Workflow With Unlimited Overdubbing, New Recording Modes & More
The overdub function lets you add layers of audio, allowing for richer and fuller sounding recordings. You can also set the H1n to auto-record, pre-record, and self-time, making sure you always capture the moment. A new tone generator makes it easy to calibrate your H1n and camera audio levels.
The Connections You Need
An ⅛” stereo mic/line input lets you record with your external microphones or other sound sources, and supplies plug-in power (2.5 volts). Connect headphones via the ⅛” headphone output with dedicated volume control. You can also use the H1n’s built-in speaker to listen to your recordings. The H1n’s USB port provides a digital output of the stereo mix and allows data to be sent to and from your computer. It also allows the H1n to be used as a USB microphone and a microSD card reader.
Free Software
The Zoom H1n comes with free download licenses for Steinberg’s Cubase LE music production software and WaveLab LE audio editing software.
Features At A Glance
- One-touch button controls
- 1.25” monochrome LCD display
- Intuitive menus for easy operation
- Stereo X/Y 90˚microphones handle up to 120 dB SPL
- Stereo ⅛” Mic/Line In mini phone jack
- Stereo ⅛” Phone/Line Output jack with dedicated
volume control - Limiter button for input signal up to 120 dB SPL
- Playback Speed Control, Voice Emphasize Filter,
and Stereo Bounce functions - Auto-Record, Pre-Record, and Self-Timer functions
- Supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio in BWF-compliant
WAV or a variety of MP3 formats - Tone generator for filmmaking use with DSLR
and video cameras - Records directly to SD and SDHC cards up to 32 GB
- Micro USB port for data exchange to and from computer
and use as an audio interface - Runs on only 2 standard AAA alkaline, Lithium, or
NiMH rechargeable batteries, or AC adapter (AD-17) - Up to 10 hours of operation with alkaline batteries
The new Zoom H1n mobile recorder is available soon for 119€.
More information here: Zoom H1n
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