Introducing the H1 XLR Handy Recorder

[SereneSoundWaves]

My field recording channel is exclusively recorded with Zoom products. I cant wait to add this one to my list

[drabbag]

Just tested with GarageBand on MacBook, works!

[EQAVOX]

I’ve got a few zoom products - H3VR, H1E and the F3 too. This looks like it could be a great addition to the collection potentially. It might not be an F3, but I’m still keen on trying it out. Looks like it could have many useful applications.

[ABlankAndrew]

My H6e is incredible, this looks sick too!

[Ozpeter]

Hopefully a firmware update might add MS monitoring, which should be simple to achieve. The device will record an MS pair as it is, but playback and monitoring will sound odd until the recording is processed in a DAW later. Zoom are great supporters of the MS format with their various MS mics and the Mictrak M3 recorder, so I'm sure they will extend MS playback monitoring to this device before long.

[BabaSalam]

Hi @ZoomSoundLab,
Can this H1 XLR power a dynamic mic without the need for a cloud lifter?

[JewTubeTV]

It does not have physical volume dials for mic levels simultaneously. It will require a 1/8in stereo-breakout cable with female jacks. When using it as an i/o interface, does it enable adjustable direct monitoring?

[GrowingTreesEasy]

The best model H5 is forgotten.I like the rubber finish and how it feels in the hand.Any updates for this model?

[kenyontech]

So how does this compare with the Zoom F3?

[IberianGeek]

I am a content creator, but I am not a professional one. Which option is better? F3 or H1 XLR? I will use it for interviews, podcasts, streamings... Greetings from Spain.

[CameraNewsDeals]

What's the difference between this and the F3? F3 still has the cleaner preamps since this H1 is in the H series, right?

[irkman]

This looks like a reconfigured F3, aside from the addition of TRS jacks...? If I already have the F3, what's the selling point for this (besides half the price)? 🙂

[usuallyscott]

Do you have any more information regarding accessibility for blind users? Another video? Someplace I can go look and see somebody using it? Look really listen… Thanks…

[cmd_f]

Cool, now just design something like this but with F6 or better preamps. Lower self-noise. I want a field rec that talks and is low noise. Not many out there.

[krazywabbit]

Can you record audio over USB from a tablet or smartphone into the Zoom?

My guess is no as it can’t be done with H6, OG or Essentials.

Zoom, if you are reading this, would be a great feature to have if possible.

[matthewhutton]

How much gain can the XLR mic inputs provide?
Or if that question isn't valid (due to 32-bit floating), is it practical to use with low output mics like sm7b without a cloudlifter?

[aaronjohn]

does it have built in microphones? thanks!

[hannu]

Hi! Can one use the XLR Combo inputs and the 3, 5mm input at the same time? Use case would be for example to mount this on a boompole with xlr mic and have wireless lav system go into the 3, 5mm as stereo signal.

[danielgray]

I just got my h4 essential. Someone please tell me how to connect to a dj board or speaker and what cables I need? I thought I would feel more confident once I got it but I still feel intimidated to start poking around on a dj’s setup! Any advice would be appreciated for an audio newb over here!

[blakegowan]

So whats the the deal with the Pre amps? Are the 32 Bit Float pre s not as clean as the 2017 H series? Why is that?