Alternatively, you can connect a pair of external microphones or line level signal to the H1's Mic/Line Input mini phone jack for X/Y or other types of stereorecording. Depending on the way this little machine is used, its microphones will outperform the majority of microphones on a cellphone, point-and-shoot camera, computer, or DSLR. It also allows the H1 to be used as a 2-in/2-out audio interface and USB microphone, as well as a microSD card reader. Though its battery life isn’t the best and it lacks convenient perks like Bluetooth capability, the H1n’s versatility, high-quality recording capabilities, and user-friendly interface make it a solid purchase for vloggers, podcasters, videographers, and more. In the other hand if you want to record a direct signal for instance coming from a mixer or sound card, you do not have a line inputs.

There’s also provision for a wall-wart power supply, which is handy, but which will presumably be less often used since it undermines the very nature of the unit’s portability in most circumstances. The Zoom H1 comes with free download licenses for Sternberg’s Cubase LE music production software and WaveLab LE audio editing software, providing not just the ability to capture superior audio in every box, but to do spectacular things withit. Over the past thirty years, the company has built a reputation for producing innovative yet affordable products based on original microchip designs.Alternatively, you can use an optional AD-17 AC adapter, which allows you to power the H1 from any standard wallsocket.

LC graphic display provides information on its operating status and intuitive navigation is ensured by a clear multilingual menu. While not as robust as its older brethren, the plastic casing of the H1 is by no means flimsy, and indeed feels quite substantial in the hand. The H1n's X/Y microphones capture high-quality stereo sound, supporting up to 24-bit audio at sampling rates of 44. The X/Y technique provides a great way to cover a wide area while still capturing sound sources in the center with clarity and definition, making it perfect for all types of live stereorecording. Perfect for all types of live stereo recording, the X/Y microphone covers a wide area while still capturing sound sources in the centre with clarity and definition.The remarkable depth and clarity of sound achieved by the stereo X/Y mic design brings additional realism and depth to HD video.