Should You Buy a ZOOM H1n Audio Recorder Today?🎤

[@honzaskypala]

Batteries are better option than built-in accu imho. If your batteries run out (or you forget to charge the device), you can quite easily buy new batteries almost everywhere, including gas stations or grocery stores. But AA batteries would be better than AAA.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, I would have preferred AA too. I bought those rechargeable Duracell AAAs so that they last longer and can be recharged when I'm not using them.

[@EDISON_SCIENCE_CORNER]

Yeah I found your channel yesterday and it seems useful for me. Nice job😊

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Thanks 🙏🏼😊

[@petercofrancesco9812]

I have the previous generation that runs off one AA battery and wanted to upgrade but the AAA batteries were a deal breaker. Still use the old one often for events for ambient audio, have a lav mic for interviews, It can be used for so many things. The battery life is great. Cheaply built but still works after all these years. Now a days there are things that weren't around that do specific things better like the Zoom f2 that's designed for lav mics and then there are bluetooth devices like the Go.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

True, there are certainly better devices. But I thought as a beginner, it's better to get something tried and true by many to ensure the best quality for the price 🙂

[@petercofrancesco9812]

@@TheHopelessGeek I was pointing out there are so many choices now a days. Never had a quality issue with the H1. Mic placement, room acoustics, and other factors usually matter more. Hard to beat the value for money of this recorder. Small, versatile and easy to use.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes 👍🏼

[@OregonDARRYL]

I won't buy anything that takes AAA - unless the size requires it... this unit could hold AA... so, no deal. I am buying the Tascam DR-05x.

[@WildHorseProductions]

lol! You too eh? I have a Zoom h1n and the battery panel hinge is broken (attached with a rubber band) but still works well. But seriously all my batteries use AA and I don't want to have AAA just to accommodate this for my kit.

[@inDepthReviewsMalayalam]

That was a quick and practical review. I wish you gave some idea about the features also. as in if it supports usb audio, filters etc

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, yes, it does have USB audio pass through to be used as a mic 👍🏼

[@bilbowaggins3036]

I'm just looking for something to record acoustic instruments (guitar, harmonica, cajon, vocals)....would you recommend it for that?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Sure, I think this will work great for that.

[@Coding_Asmr_PraDev]

Make video on how to record great audio with smartphone. Also do you know any way to make recorded sound sounding like deep voice

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, I'll make that video. It's fairly easy to achieve.👍🏼

[@almahmud218]

Thanks a lot. I was just about to buy one as a beginner.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

This is still a good choice. But I heard that there's a newer 32-bit version out for the same price. If you can find it, they'll be a better option.

[@almahmud218]

@@TheHopelessGeek please consider reviewing that version in your channel. I'm requesting you as a subscriber 🙂

[@TheHopelessGeek]

For some strange reason, I didn't find it on their website. I've planned to compare them for a long time. Maybe it's only available on select regions? Not sure yet.

[@julienbalneg6902]

Also you can use without triple a battery using your portable power bank 😊

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, yes. I realised that I can even plug it into my laptop and use it directly 😀

[@sambrown9494]

Fix for rattling noise: take a foam earbud fluffy cover, cut a very thin strip and insert it along the top or bottom of the volume rocker. Poke it in with a thin sharp blade. It will stay nicely in the cavity and totally cure the rattle. You'll need to do the same with the trash/delete button. These are the only buttons that have the rattle and this solution is so good it might have been something they did in the factory. Black coloured foam will not be visible, or it will look factory made on a white edition. Very smart looking and feeling too.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, great idea. Thanks 😊

[@moath84]

I like how you show up in every KZbin video about this recorder to post this comment

[@TheHopelessGeek]

He does? That's dope, haha 🤭

[@sambrown9494]

One does ones best :) actually a lot of ppl taking about the same problem and it's a nice easy fix.

[@BladesOfMunch]

I would be interested to see how to record great audio with your phone. Is that available yet?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, I'll make that video. It's quite simple, really. Most smartphones have amazing mics. You'll need to pair it with a software like Audacity to clean it up. I'll make that video on how I used to do it for hundreds of my previous videos before I got external recorders.

[@uniquemeeta1175]

Is this recorder good for recording the upstairs? Noisy neighbors, will it work? Will it record everything

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, be default, it records in stereo mode, so it will record omni-directional sounds. To get better isolation, I recommend getting an affordable shotgun mic and connect it to this via the aux-in port.

[@luanluan9851]

May I know what phone do you use? And could you introduce how you use your phone to make great video and audio?Thank you so much!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I use the Honor Magic4 Pro, but that's not as important as other things I do.🙂 I've talked about some of those videography methods here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nX2ygXZseNGGma8

[@clash_o_clan_talks]

Thanks for honest review you deserve my like ❤❤

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙂👍🏼 glad you liked it

[@everestjourney]

I just subscribed to your channel. Am into city walk and I really need audio recorder that can help capture ambient sounds and give better studio quality to make the viewer feel like as if they are there with me live . For example some movies might not be too interesting but the audio quality, the sound can keep people watching. I really need your recommendation because am almost about to get the zoom h1n before I found your channel.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

You can do that with any stereo mic, like even your smartphone! But if you can invest into a dedicated device, then yes, I can recommend the H1n. The battery drains a little faster than I expected, but the 24-bit 48KHz audio is excellent 👌🏼

[@everestjourney]

@@TheHopelessGeek Thanks for your quick and honest answer. I really like your videos and is really engaging and the quality is top notch. Am using GoPro for now and the media mod is not that quality so I plan to use sperate audio recorder for it to get a better sound quality. Apart from the h1n is there any other one you can suggest with better battery life and work perfect as well.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I'm not quite familiar with external audio recorders. The H1n was a popular recommendation, so I decided to go for it. Alternatively, there's the Tascam DR-05X, but it's quite a bit more expensive amzn.to/3K4Xaab

[@Ozpeter]

I just bought a Zoom M2 mic / recorder which uses 32 bit float - and the price was around that of the H1N. Worth checking out local pricing. 32 bit float means never having to set levels again!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

That's amazing! I think I'll check it out too✨

[@pentapandamusic]

I can't believe the quality video is by your phone, what phone are you using?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Well, it's not raw footage from the phone. There's some color grading too, but yeah it looks pretty good 🙂 I'm currently using the Honor Magic4 Pro which they gave me.

[@pentapandamusic]

@@TheHopelessGeek really nice grading work and it looks super profressional, thanks for the info! Great phone camera!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😊👍🏼thanks

[@DUKEofWAIL]

Have you noticed the low frequency bumps throughout most of your narration?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, the mics are very sensitive to handling noise and accidental bumps on the plastic body or its holder arm. A shock mount would be great for this

[@tusharsharma5237]

Bro , suppose i am taking some yoga class 5 feet away and if i keep it with camera on some stand . Will it be able to pick my voice easily ? And In untreated room , will it be able to remove the echo background noise ? Is it a good option? Or should i go for rode nt mini kind of mic

[@TheHopelessGeek]

This can absolutely pick up the voices, but a wireless mic would be a better option for your use.

[@kaverichakrabarty6968]

Can you advise how to record a digital piano using zoom h1n using an Android mobile phone (& a DSLR if possible). Also please do mention which cables we would require for both recording options. Thanks.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

To record audio directly to your phone, you need a USB connection from the microusb port of the H1n to the USB of your phone. You will likely need an adaptor to make sure both of these connect over various ports. You can use a cable like this: amzn.to/3Qlg7aC As soon as you plug it in, the H1n will show the interface selection screen. Select the first one, called *Audio Interface* It then asks to choose between *PC* or *iPhone* . I've found that selecting the PC option works with phones and other devices too. It then gives a choice to use *Bus power* (draw power from the connected phone) or *battery power* . You can choose as you prefer. I suggest Bus power. For a digital camera (DSLR or mirrorless), it's much simpler. You just need to connect the *headphone out* port of the H1n to your camera's mic input. Please make sure to use a "TRS" style stereo cable, like this one: amzn.to/461538f And that's all! Your H1n will now act as an external mic to record high quality audio straight to the recording device. I hope this helped 🙂

[@worriedremediation]

Just got one for $30, definitely think it was worth it

[@TheHopelessGeek]

$30 is an amazing price for this. I paid in full🤕

[@anamorphicalan]

Very good content. Tempted to purchase for recording headtalk videos. Along with recording duduk music

[@TheHopelessGeek]

It's great for being a portable recorder. Just be careful with it as it isn't very durable 😅

[@anamorphicalan]

@@TheHopelessGeek agreed. Had one break before. This time more careful.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I've heard that they're releasing a new version of that soon. May be worth checking that out 🙂

[@anamorphicalan]

@@TheHopelessGeek zoom 1hn?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😅 not sure what they'll call it.

[@Laphoot]

Can i put 128GB card? will it recognize?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

It only supports up to 32GB.

[@dhrumilpatel2829]

You are one of the honest reviewer I have ever seen Can you make video on de we need soundbar or not ? For tv If possible can you review one ?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Thanks 👍🏼. As for the sound bar, most TVs now have good speakers for basic use. A good sound bar can add extra emphasis on mid-range of the audio spectrum (human voices, etc.) which can greatly benefit for watching movies.

[@dhrumilpatel2829]

@@TheHopelessGeekok thank you

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙂👍🏼

[@bikeham]

I've had both the Zoom H1 and the H1N and the AAA batteries drain too quickly even when not being used. Otherwise, the H1N is great.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I've noticed that too.

[@bikeham]

@@TheHopelessGeek I checked the current draw on mine - it’s 0.26mA when switched off. My old zoom h1 does not draw any current when off

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Oh. Then, should we remove the batteries when not being used? 😅

[@bikeham]

@@TheHopelessGeek I spoke with Zoom tech and he said it is a known problem with a small batch of them. I have sent mine back for repair/or replacement

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I see.

[@subramanianc15]

Thanks for your video. Is this compatible with iphone 14 pro? I am looking for a microphone for iphone to shoot ASMR video... Will this be a good choice or can you suggest any other microphones please? Thank you

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, this can record very sensitive stereo audio for ASMR. You can use a 3.5mm cable from its audio out jack directly to your iPhone (using a 3.5mm to lightning port adapter, of course) to record videos 🙂👍🏼

[@subramanianc15]

@@TheHopelessGeek Thank you so much

[@subramanianc15]

There is a slot 'Line Out' in this device, 3.5mm cable connects in this slot and the other end of the cable goes to iphone.. hope this is correect?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, the out is to output the recording to anything. If you connect a headphone, you'll get a live audio playback. If it's plugged to another recorder, like your phone, it records audio to it.

[@subramanianc15]

@@TheHopelessGeek Thank you so much.. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@jrgenholteng1529]

On Android phones: ASR (NLL APPS) it has WAV 32 bit 192khz Stereo. Other formats: AMR, Flac, M4A, MP3, OGG, Opus....

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I've seen phones with built in high-res WAV recording in the stock audio recorder apps now.

[@jrgenholteng1529]

@@TheHopelessGeek Thanks. A friend of mine, Singh recommended it because it´s cheap (if you buy it) or use the free version. Love your video!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙂 yes, it seems like a good app👍🏽

[@marcuslim5615]

can you connect this to a XLR and tap in to a mixer?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

If you get a 3.5mm to XLR connector for the mic, I think you can. But I haven't tested it yet.

[@BlockchainOversimplified]

hey there another possible video idea is audio editing like i have a decent condenser mic and i make sure i follow all the rules that people recommend like be as close to mic as possible , have acoustic materials on walls and other places to reduce echo, leave 5 sec silence for capturing background noise etc but still by audio is not perfect , like its audible and clear but not professional (i use audacity) so yeah a quick walkthrough of your editing process would be appreciated

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Sure, I'll do that.🙂👍🏼

[@SonicVibe]

there is a deluxe ver that comes with a case and power cord tripod etc it worth the few extra bucks power cord way better also has a wind screen

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, I didn't know that 🙂

[@darlaandson6595]

they should make a wireless zoom h1n that to where you don't have to sync the audio in editing software

[@TheHopelessGeek]

They would be dope! Maybe we can use the current H1n's USB output to connect a wireless transmitter of some sort. I'll look into this 🙂

[@elwirastadnik]

US dollar has reached its lower level in the history. This is why everything is so expensive... It's called inflation. Nice review. Thanks.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

You're right 😅👍🏼

[@darkworldofficials]

can we connect wireless headphone with zoom H1n?and if yes then How?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

If you have one of those 3.5mm to Bluetooth receivers, then yes. The H1n doesn't have wireless radios of its own

[@darkworldofficials]

@@TheHopelessGeek Alright.Thanks.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙂👍🏼no problem

[@joshnova9163]

Great review.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Glad you enjoyed it🙂

[@MuhammadJihad09]

Sir please tell me how saramonic sr q2 will compare to zoom h1n? I need recorder to record extreme details sound.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I haven't used the saramonic one, but rumour has it, a new version of this H1n is coming out with 32bit support! That'll be so much more than the present 24 but 96 KHz limit. 🙂

[@terry083000]

What recorder app do you use?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I record straight to the SD card in the H1n and then transfer it to Audacity to edit a bit. I then sync it to the video file in Premiere pro. 🙂

[@terry083000]

@@TheHopelessGeek Ooh apologies, I meant on your phone actually!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, I just use the built in audio recorder. It's pretty good, has features like bidirectional recording, and even WAV hi res audio!🙂

[@denismth]

This mic sounds good 👍

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, it's one of the best for entry-level pros, like me👍🏼

[@lubintasevski5985]

When prices go up it's because the dollar value has gone down, as you need more dollars to purchase the same thing. One thing to note, except with differences in exchange rates, is that the dollar value never goes up, inflation always makes the dollar go down. The government loves inflation as it devalues its debt. If there were deflation, our purchasing power would go up as the cost of goods/services goes down we can buy more with the same dollar.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

That's true, but I read once that it's getting stronger compared to Indian Rupees.

[@lukogs]

The build quality is not reasonable for the price (atleast for us Indians). At least the H1N has the micro USB. You could use old smartphone's data cable (if you had any) unlike zoom H1 which uses Mini B port. I recommend camel acrylic box or lenskart zipper spectacle box for safe keeping.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Good idea for storage. Yeah, the build quality is a bummer. Audio quality is quite good. The wind filters arrived today 🙂👍

[@lukogs]

@@TheHopelessGeek Gosh, I was about to ask your details to speedpost the wind foam & audio extension cable. If you are looking for audio cables try searching in home theatre shops first. Theirs cheapest audio cable is comparable to premium consumer end audio cable. This hack worked for me & others.

[@dakzhero1451]

gokul the consistent here

[@TheHopelessGeek]

👏🏼👏🏼

[@NJ-dd6ce]

Is this good for singing

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, keep it at a reasonable distance, around *25 cm. Don't hold it like a mic. 🙂👍🏼

[@NJ-dd6ce]

@@TheHopelessGeek omg how fast you reply thank you so much

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😊 I was using my phone when i got the notification from your comment.

[@Helladamnleet]

So hold on, what's the point of the device? Couldn't I just plug a mic into my phone and use my phone as a DAR?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes you can, but this can act as a better, higher quality recording device with better control over the audio bit rate. It has its own high quality mics too, so you can record great stereo sound by itself.

[@ramonejorge8681]

How about using a power bank?

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yes, it works with a power supply too.

[@rishibMusic06]

Please post a video for better audio using just phone . Thanks 🎉🎉

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Sure, I'll do that soon 🙂👍🏼

[@BobsBand]

Thanks for sharing this, mate. Based on your review I think this device isn't for me - I'll pay more and get a more robust device.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yeah, this is for gentle use. Maybe one of those Tascam-something ones would be more rugged.

[@muppetpaster]

A year later now...Last week I bought one, new, for only 40 euro's.....

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Great deal. I heard there's a newer version out.

[@manax9966]

a new Pro version with 32-bit float recording should arrive in 2024 or at the end of 2023, as has already happened for other Zoom models. We await with great hope also for the price that does not differ too much from the H1n... 😉

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Wow, that would be amazing 🤩

[@edy5082]

That explains why it's discontinued on zooms website

[@TheHopelessGeek]

An upgrade is always a good thing. I might consider it.

[@Ozpeter]

I bought a Zoom M2 32 bit float mic / recorder recently for about the same price as the H1N.

[@muppetpaster]

3:20 And you can install other languages too....Also, nearly EVERY battery door is a crime to open...Don't be daft, be careful

[@TheHopelessGeek]

For real, why are battery doors like this 😂

[@liebeg]

phone has no stereo recording i think

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Most phones have setero microphones. It depends on the recording app, some of which use mono by default.

[@liebeg]

interesting i didnt knew that@@TheHopelessGeek

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙂👍🏼yeah, that's a thing. But nowadays most phones come with a stereo recording mode in the stock recorder app

[@OregonDARRYL]

Any product that's big enough for AA batteries - but will take only AAA batteries - I will stop buying. Please join me in eliminating AAA batteries. Thank you! I will now purchase the Tascam DR-05X.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I see your point. I wonder why they opted for AAA. It seems hollow enough to have room 😅

[@OregonDARRYL]

@@TheHopelessGeek I would have bought it except for this. I have lots of rechargeable AAs. Shame.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah. I bought rechargeable AAAs just for this thing 😂

[@bph9727]

I use micro usb devices every day.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

After buying this, me too 😅

[@prabhuja7554]

Blon 03❤❤❤😮🎉

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Yeah, I use it to monitor audio 🙂

[@wiewiorpl]

It's japanese, kanji says nihongo meaning japanese language :)

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Ah, yes. You're right. I'm dum 🫣

[@Umarnotsus]

2:23 bruv whats that💀

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😌no explanation necessary

[@dakzhero1451]

hey add fur into the mic probably shave those cats or something but i want to see fur in nect video

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😂yes, the wind filter has arrived. Not a furry one though

[@dakzhero1451]

@@TheHopelessGeek no wont do basically deal breaker fur is necessary meaow

[@TheHopelessGeek]

🙀

[@bhibhuagarwal6455]

First like 😄

[@TheHopelessGeek]

👍🏼thanks

[@sarwgya3038]

hello

[@TheHopelessGeek]

24-bit 94KHz high resolution greetings

[@WhosJohn]

This thing is legit garbage - even if the meter shows you're not anywhere near clipping, you could be. Ruined a whole performance. Also can only record one thing at a time, DO NOT BUY IF YOU THINK IT WILL RECORD THE AMBIENT MIC AND LINE IN AT THE SAME TIME. Learned that the hard way. Selling it and going with a Tascam X6.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

It only records either with the built in mics, or with an external mic connected.

[@WhosJohn]

@@TheHopelessGeek yes that is what i said lol

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I know, just made it a little more clear. I thought they all worked like this 🙂

[@WhosJohn]

@@TheHopelessGeek yeah it’s super disappointing :( - i’m excited to try the tascam. The line input pre amp gets overloaded on these H1Ns and that’s why it clipped out even though I was like 40% on the meter. I also got the one with the video camera in it and begged amazon to return because the camera was literally 2007 quality. The absolute worst camera i’ve ever used in my life. They really need to get it together lol.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

😅let me know how the Tascam one works. I didn't go for that cause it seemed too expensive without much difference

[@pepes731]

Bro 日本語 Japanese

[@TheHopelessGeek]

Thanks for clarifying

[@sunilbhakher]

🧡🤍💚

[@TheHopelessGeek]

✌🏼

[@anirudh894]

2nd like

[@TheHopelessGeek]

👍🏼👍🏼thanks

[@mollyp.sasser223]

Wondering how susceptible to breakage,/breaking off the mic caging might be if banged, or esp. dropped (duh).

[@TheHopelessGeek]

The cage seems to be the sturdiest part of the whole thing. The rest of the body feels hollow 😅