Zoom H1N

The Zoom H1n is a compact, easy-to-use handy recorder that captures high-quality stereo audio anywhere. Its built-in X/Y microphones, simple one-touch controls, and 24-bit/96 kHz recording make it a favorite for songwriters, podcasters, video creators, and anyone who needs to capture great sound without complicated gear.

Highlights

• Built-in 90-degree X/Y stereo microphones
• Records up to 24-bit/96 kHz WAV or MP3
• Built-in limiter for distortion-free recording up to 120 dB SPL
• Stereo 1/8-inch mic/line input for external microphones
• Runs up to 10 hours on two AAA alkaline batteries
• Works as a USB audio interface and mounts on a camera or tripod

Zoom H1n: Simple, High-Quality Recording

The H1n is designed to get out of your way. Press record and its built-in X/Y microphones capture a natural, detailed stereo image that works for music, speech, and ambience. The X/Y arrangement keeps the recording phase-coherent, so it sounds great in stereo and still holds up when summed to mono for video or broadcast.

A built-in limiter prevents sudden peaks from distorting your recording, which is especially useful for live music, where levels can jump without warning.

H1n Features for Musicians and Creators

Songwriters can capture ideas and rehearsals with studio-quality sound, while video creators can mount the H1n on a camera to record far better audio than built-in camera mics. Use the 1/8-inch input to connect a lavalier or external microphone for interviews. Connect the H1n to a computer over USB and it doubles as a simple audio interface for podcasting or streaming.

H1n Recording Tips

For music, place the H1n where the performance sounds best to your ears, usually a few feet in front of the performer at head height. For speech, get the recorder close to the talker and use a foam windscreen outdoors. Set your levels during the loudest part of the performance so peaks stay below clipping, and always monitor with headphones before an important take.

H1n Accessories Worth Adding

A few accessories make the H1n even more useful. A foam windscreen or furry wind muff is essential for recording outdoors. A small tripod lets you set the recorder down at the right height for music and interviews, and a shoe mount adapter attaches it to your camera. Rechargeable AAA batteries save money if you record often, and a spare microSD card means you never have to stop recording because you ran out of space. For interviews, a pair of lavalier microphones and a splitter cable plug straight into the H1n’s input.

Zoom H1n FAQ

What memory card does the H1n use? It records to microSD/microSDHC cards, so you can carry several cards for long recording sessions.

Can I use the H1n with my camera? Yes. Mount it on a camera’s shoe or a small tripod, and use the headphone output to send audio to your camera as a reference track for syncing in editing.

Zoom H1n Specifications at a Glance

• Microphones: built-in X/Y stereo, 90 degrees
• Max SPL: 120 dB (with built-in limiter)
• Formats: WAV up to 24-bit/96 kHz; MP3
• Input: stereo 1/8-inch mic/line
• Power: 2 AAA batteries or AC adapter
• Battery life: up to 10 hours (alkaline)
• USB: audio interface mode

Who Buys the Zoom H1n

• Songwriters and musicians capturing ideas and rehearsals
• YouTubers and video creators upgrading from camera audio
• Podcasters and journalists recording interviews
• Students, teachers, and churches recording lectures and services

Why Buy the Zoom H1n From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We sell, install, and service audio gear in-house, so our team can help you choose the right recorder, microphones, and accessories for your work and support you after the sale. We also build recording and media systems for businesses, churches, and schools, with B2B and integrator pricing on volume orders.

Browse more options in our Field Recorders category, or see the full specifications on the official Zoom H1n product page.