Description
Introducing the Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder
The Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder is an 2-track 32-bit float audio recorder designed for creators on the go. Whether you’re a videographer, musician, podcaster, or sound engineer, this small professional recorder offers advanced features in a compact and intuitive design. With its two locking XLR/TRS combo inputs, it’s compatible with a wide range of microphones and audio interfaces. It allows direct recording to microSDHC/microSDXC cards up to 1TB, while also serving as a32-bit float audio interface for PCs, Macs, and mobile devices via USB-C.
Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder: an uncompromising audio production tool
The Zoom H1 XLR recorder enables high-resolution audio capture up to 96 kHz , with a 32-bit float format that eliminates clipping and the need for prior gain adjustment. Its real-time OLED display clearly shows the waveform for precise control during recording. It also features a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack input for microphone or line input, as well as a dedicated headphone output with its own volume control.
Its built-in audio mixer gives you independent control over each track. And with a 10-hour battery life (using 2 AA batteries or USB-C power), it goes wherever you go. Its 1/4″ tripod mount makes it perfect for outdoor setups or fixed installations.
Practical examples with the Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder
Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder during video recording
Connected directly to a camera via the 3.5 mm mini-jack output or used to capture ambient sound via XLR microphones, the Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder becomes an indispensable tool on film sets.
Zoom H1 XLR Handy Podcast Recorder
Thanks to its two XLR inputs, you can record podcasts as a duo wherever you are. The H1 XLR’s portability, combined with its clipless recording, guarantees a professional sound for every episode.
Highlights of the Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder:
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32-bit float recording without clipping or gain adjustment
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Two lockable XLR/TRS combo inputs and a 3.5 mm mini-jack input
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OLED screen with real-time waveform display
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USB-C audio interface function compatible with PC, Mac, iOS and Android
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Audio accessibility for the visually impaired with integrated Voice Guidance




