Zoom H1 XLR portable recorder (10012616)

Features
USB-C audio interface for PC, Mac, and mobile devices
Two lockable XLR/TRS combo inputs
Wide microSD card support up to 1 TB
Two-channel volume control with mixer
Accessibility feature with voice control in seven languages

The Zoom H1 XLR is a portable recorder featuring two lockable XLR/TRS combo inputs, a 3.5 mm stereo input, and 32-bit float recording. The recorder is suitable for video production, live sound recording, podcasts, sound design, and music. The 32-bit float technology covers a wide dynamic range, eliminating the need for gain adjustment. The H1 XLR also functions as a USB audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via a USB-C connection.

32-bit float recording

32-bit float recording covers a wide dynamic range and preserves details in both quiet and loud recordings without distortion. No gain adjustment is needed, allowing recording to start without prior setup.

Versatile inputs

Two lockable XLR/TRS combo inputs accept microphone, line, and instrument signals. The Mic/Line switch toggles between microphone and line level without changing cables. The 3.5 mm stereo input is suitable for camera microphones, lavalier microphones, and other sources. Preamps provide a noise level of -122 dB EIN, and the sampling rate goes up to 96 kHz. +48 V phantom power supports condenser microphones, and plug-in power supports lavalier microphones.

Line-level recording

The H1 XLR accepts a professional +4 dBu line-level signal, allowing direct recording from mixers or other line outputs without distortion. Recording can be done in both stereo and mono formats depending on the need.

USB audio interface and mobile recording

Via the USB-C connection, the H1 XLR functions as a 2-in/2-out audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices. While used as an audio interface, the recorder can simultaneously record to an SD card. When connected to a mobile device, audio is recorded directly into the phone’s video, making it ideal for video podcasts and streaming.

Display and control

The monochrome OLED display (128 x 64) shows a real-time waveform during recording. The built-in mixer allows adjustment of track volume levels. The device includes an accessibility feature that audibly describes menus through the speaker or headphones in seven languages.

Power and storage

The device operates on two AA batteries, USB-C bus power, or an external USB battery pack. Battery life is approximately 10 hours during 2-channel 48 kHz / 32-bit float recording. The H1 XLR supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards with capacities up to 1 TB.

Features

• Portable recorder with 32-bit float recording
• 2 lockable XLR/TRS combo inputs (balanced)
• 3.5 mm stereo input (camera microphones, lavalier microphones, phones)
• No gain adjustment needed (32-bit float)
• Preamp noise level: -122 dB EIN (IHF-A, 150 Ω)
• Sampling rates: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
• Recording format: 32-bit float mono/stereo WAV (BWF and iXML)
• Line-level input: +4 dBu (mic), +24 dBu (line)
• Mic/Line switch
• +48 V phantom power (up to 10 mA)
• Plug-in power supply (2.5 V)
• USB-C audio interface: 2 inputs / 2 outputs (44.1/48 kHz, 16-bit int / 32-bit float)
• Simultaneous recording to SD card during audio interface use
• Compatibility: PC, Mac, iOS, Android
• Monochrome OLED display (128 x 64), real-time waveform display
• Built-in mixer
• 3.5 mm headphone output (20 mW + 20 mW, 32 Ω)
• Built-in speaker (20 x 30 mm, 250 mW)
• Accessibility feature: voice guidance for menus in 7 languages
• Memory card support: microSDHC 4–32 GB, microSDXC 64 GB – 1 TB
• Power supply: 2 x AA batteries, USB-C bus power, or external USB battery pack
• Battery life: approximately 10 hours (2 channels, 48 kHz / 32-bit float)
• USB connection: USB Type-C (USB 2.0 High Speed)