ZOOM H1essential Handy Recorder – Portable Audio Recorder with 32-Bit Float for Music, Podcast, Film & Content Creation – Black

Good little recorder very easy to use also it talks to you 😂😂 it tells you if the audio is too loud I really like it small not too bulky already tested it from multiple sound sources and I am very happy with the quality of recordings can’t really be beaten for the price 🥳

Excellent quality sound. Compact and easy to use. Recording select menu and SC card transfer are a bit fiddly, but OK .I got confused by the red light meaning on and or recording and I think I lost a recording by turning off. Practice makes perfect. I like it.

The Zoom H1e (H1 Essential) is a compact, budget-friendly portable recorder that offers some notable upgrades over its predecessors, including the H1 and H1n. Here's a detailed review based on its performance and features: Pros: 1. 32-bit Float Recording: This ensures a wide dynamic range and minimizes clipping issues, making it an excellent choice for varying sound levels. 2. Lightweight and Portable: The small form factor is ideal for on-the-go recording and content creation. 3. Dual-Microphone XY Configuration: Captures stereo audio with clarity and depth. 4. Affordable Price: At around $100, it offers a solid set of features for the price. 5. Versatile Input Options: Includes a 3.5mm microphone input, enhancing its usability with external mics. Cons: 1. Handling Noise: The recorder is sensitive to handling noise, which can affect recordings if care isn't taken. 2. Preamp Noise: Its preamps introduce a noticeable noise floor, particularly in quiet environments or with sensitive microphones. 3. Limited Wind Protection: The built-in microphones are prone to plosives and wind noise, requiring an external windscreen for outdoor use. Conclusion: The Zoom H1e is a solid entry-level recorder for vloggers, podcasters, musicians, and field recordists. Its 32-bit float recording and portability are its standout features, though users may need to invest in accessories like windscreens or external mics for optimal performance. It's an excellent value-for-money option for those needing quality recording on a budget.

This is awesome piece of kit. Yes, it falls a little behind other more pro and more expensive recorders, but it has advantages on them in many ways. This is a recorder to keep in a pocket for those occasions when good sounds are in the air but you were not planning to be field recording! Its 32bit Float - so all you do in those situations is just pick up the recorder, press button and record !!! No gain control, so monitoring sound is optional, no need to even wear headphones, just record! Also cheap, so if you need to leave it in the forest for overnight "drop rig" recording , you can - risk is minimal :) Oh, and it provides a "plug in power" through its mini jack - so many external mic options are available, from stereo omnis, to shotguns ! Very good product indeed. Some pple complain its a little noisy, but I don't think its anything serious, and if you really are recording quiet atmospheres and ambiences and self noise becomes audible, its quite easy to remove in post production.

The built in capsule mics are not amazing but they are more than adequate for field recording for relatively amateur usage. The 32bit float is awesome, set and forget no need to monitor constantly. If you are recording in varied environments (I use for airsoft with loud bangs and quiet sneaky bits) it’s great. I also use in conjunction with a Røde video micro to avoid the inbuilt mics and a CM5 lav by Neewer. It’s a Good, relatively cheap, versatile, small form factor, easy to use quality recorder for anyone to pick up and run with. Recommend it so far!

Super easy to use, good quality, and an SD card slot is always helpful.

Small, light, good for a beginner like me. "Plasticy" so lots of handling noise. Needs to be on a stand or a grip when recording to prevent that happening.

not great !!! this products sound quality and mic is pretty awful TBH, best buy somethign else as it sounds really amateur and poor quality.