Should You Buy the Zoom H1n in 2023? (a review)

[@johnwright5126]

This is the way I want all my audio device reviews from now on

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Well thank you very much, John! Thanks for watching!

[@allhailalona]

1:18, I was skeptic about your channel, but the moment you used movies as timeline references. I knew - this is my guy! and liked and subscribed.

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha! Thanks so much! I’m glad to meet another fellow who measures time in movie releases! Cheers!

[@JimmyDsRC]

Usually these tech review videos lose me partway through the intro. 14 minutes in at the time of commenting and I'm still watching - well done bro!

[@TheRecordist]

@@JimmyDsRC hahaha. Thank you, Jimmy! Much appreciated!

[@ProcyonEnt]

I don't know why, but this review just put a smile on my face. Thanks man! Super informative too.

[@TheRecordist]

Oh wonderful! Thanks so much for watching!

[@jamesbranch2078]

What a wonderful video. It's professional, informative and succinct. I look forward to watching more of your content!

[@TheRecordist]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind comment! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisgreenspeaks]

I enjoyed your humor sprinkled in as well as how organized the description is with the information and products used in the video Very helpful Thank you!

[@TheRecordist]

Thank you very much! Cheers!

[@pepplon]

You blew me away with this presentation. I stumbled over this and you are just super. Now I follow you. I need something to hum into maybe even sing a little bit. I will buy this thingy tomorrow...

[@TheRecordist]

Excellent! Thanks so much! Let me know how you like it!

[@lordspam]

What a pleasant review to watch. First video I watched of your and I was throughly engaged throughout. Love all the movie and pop culture references .

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! I sometimes wonder if there are other nerds out there that appreciate the same things! I’m glad you’re one of them! Thanks for watching!

[@ryann7786]

This has been such a great recorder for me to learn audio. It has a million uses! I enjoy your content and humor!

[@TheRecordist]

Thanks so much! It’s a great starter and always great to have with you! Thanks for watching!

[@pablogarin]

This channel is a rare gem. Subscribed.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks very much! Cheers!

[@scoreguy1111]

Just bought this, because of you. Thanks for such a great review!

[@TheRecordist]

That’s great! And you’re very welcome!

[@Wagoo]

The H1n still boils my blood somewhat, it seems like they completely missed the point of the original. Having a single AA is much easier to manage with the H1 compared to the 2xAAA on the H1n. H1n is larger for seemingly no reason.. and still has the same annoying 32GB card limit (no SDXC support in 2018?) I would have payed 3x the price of the H1 for the exact same physical format with SDXC support and the highest quality mics in the cage they could muster PS: H1n looks to have the dreadful MicroUSB, not the robust MiniUSB

[@TheRecordist]

I can’t argue with any of that. But it’s the cheapest most entry level recorder in their H series. I don’t expect them to change much for the better. But I do appreciate the gain dial as opposed to the buttons. I still find myself reaching for my old H1 more than I thought I would. But you’re right about just about everything you said.

[@ono.o.k]

I am exactly 1min 42 sec in and had to pause to because I'm giggling so much. I came here because I am looking for more affordable audio set-ups and aside from the advice you're about to give I am absolutely in stitches laughing at the film premier 'time stamps' and the Scottish 'lets take a bloody look at it'. Even if I don't get this recorder I'm so glad to have found your channel!

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Well thanks! I’m love making people laugh! Cheers!

[@MichaelStoneham]

Why did you go with the H1 models over the H4? They have updated these again, they have several different models of the H1N now.

[@FalkinerTim]

I have used the Zoom H1n for many years to record lectures and found it invaluable. The only problem with the old one I found was that if I left a battery in it the battery would go flat.

[@TheRecordist]

You’re right. But what a great little unit for little cost! Thanks for watching!

[@humzatebai]

Here is a wonderful guy, knowledgeable, reasonable and professional, what a great review! "Was the dreams to thousands of audio people just 20 years ago" A lot of people fail to realise that.

[@TheRecordist]

Oh haha. Thank you so much! So appreciated!

[@AngelLopez-xj4nj]

This is how you do a KZbin video. Informative, original and funny. Man a have a laugh and learn at the same time, awesome!!!

[@TheRecordist]

Why thank you kindly! I appreciate your wonderful comment! Cheers!

[@_stellasolitaria_]

Hi, I have a problem with my H1N. As soon as I turn up the gain wheel over level 6, the background noise starts to be too much. From level 7 is unacceptable! I don't understand why my H1N is so noisy compared to many other which were tested by KZbinrs in many videos.. Could It be possible that my H1N is broken? (I bought it 3 days ago). Thanks.

[@TheRecordist]

Hi there. Generally the H1n has noisy preamps above 5.5. I always try to keep my recordings under 5.5 on the gain wheel and then increase the gain in post. That said, I can’t hear the noise to be able to tell you. Please email me 10 seconds of your gain at 5 and 10 seconds with your gain at 6. Just silence. I’ll let you know what I think. [e-mail]

[@_stellasolitaria_]

@@TheRecordist thx a lot for replying. Ok, you confirm the noisy mic/preamp. So should I stay relaxed? No worries about possible malfunctioning?!? ... really? Can I stay in 5.5 and turn up the volume in post production? Do you get an acceptable result? Thanks!

[@TheRecordist]

@@_stellasolitaria_ hi there. Yes. It helps to keep it under 5.5 on the gain dial. But the H1n is a noisy recorder anyway. Not as noisy as many other products but noisy by pro standards. Generally, getting closer to a source reduces noise. But to get very low noise, you’d have to get into the Zoom F-series or Sound Devices MixPre series or the like.

[@_stellasolitaria_]

@@TheRecordist thank you so much for your advice. Carry on with your KZbin project because it's so helpful for lots of people! ❤️❤️❤️

[@allenmowery7757]

Dude. Absolutely love your lighting setup!

[@TheRecordist]

Oh. Thanks so much, man! It’s a work in progress. I think I filmed this at the end of 2022. My lighting and camera gear has been upgraded since. But I generally keep it all the same way. One key light, a backlight, a bounce board, and some cool practicals in the back there. Thanks for the compliment! Cheers!

[@allenmowery7757]

@@TheRecordist I really dig the flared lighting in the upper corner of this video in particular. For whatever reason, the whole ensemble looked extra theatrical.

[@theobest4193]

You videos are wonderful. Accurate, informative, unbiased, hilarious and surreal. That's quite a feat of balance. Thank you

[@TheRecordist]

Oh wow. Thank you very much! That’s such a nice compliment! Cheers!

[@simonmcg23]

Great review.. I was thinking of upgrading if for no other reason than GAS. Will be keeping now.. Hey - can you give me a link to the better quieter mic that you mentioned?

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks! I think you’re talking about these guys: micbooster.com/clippy-and-pluggy-microphones/98-294-clippy-stereo-em272-microphone.html#/83-plug_type-straight/203-microphone-em272z1 Cheers!

[@Emmanuel-hs7ln]

Thank you for giving context to the time that they were released. It really helps to reference it to what movies came out at that time.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. It does for ME! Cheers!

[@dougmacmillan1712]

I love your humorous, down to earth presentation. I was looking for a stereo mic for my Fuji S20 (I have the Rode Micro mono mic). I was going to get the Sennheiser, but it is pricey. I'm looking for ambient sound with travel videos. I'm now thinking about starting with the Zoom H1. I can mount it on my camera cage and plug it into the camera and either use that audio or synch the H1 audio in post. The added benefit is I could use the H1 to capture wild ambient audio to add to other videos. Thanks again!

[@TheRecordist]

That’ll work just fine! Just think about wind protection. Cheers!

[@kenrickhadley4499]

Oh dear me, I have the same sickness as you. I love gear. I have gear i haven't used yet, but i will before 2050.

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. I have some gear sitting here right now still in their unopened boxes. Haha. GAS… why?? Haha

[@64RRussell]

I am glad I found your channel. I really like your reviews. Yours is probably my favorite gear review site on the web.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks, Ronald! That’s very kind of you to say! I really appreciate it! Cheers!

[@daylight5500]

❤ I muchly appreciated the humour(yes, spelt with a 'u")and even more the fact that you used the words wind and gas in a technical video. I too love the Zoom H1(I have 3)I have no idea why other than they make me happy( I am a lighting/grip guy). Too infinity and beyond. May the good guys always win. Bless your cotton socks.

[@TheRecordist]

Hahah. Well thank you so much! I’ve got two Zoom H1’s myself! Well-one is the H1 and the other is the H1n. Haha. Pocket stereo recorders should make everyone happy! That’s what I say. Haha. Thanks for stopping by and watching my humble video!

[@badpixelboy1]

Have the same Recorder. I wanted to check for other opinions about it. Thanx for the review - totally agree with you. And I learn new things about the device :)

[@TheRecordist]

That’s fantastic! Thanks for letting me know!

[@Pe11ePD]

Just got two of these, to accompany my old but trusty DR-40. I'm recording various vehicles from the cockpit with DR-40, and two H1n will record exterior sounds from the front, and rear of the vehicle. First house tests told me quite fast that H1n is simply not for recording quiet environments, preamps (or mics) are quite noisy even comparing to old DR-40, which is practically at the bottom of the field recorders noise test table. But hey, I will use them in loud environment, so I guess I made a right decision for low price, to cover multiple angles.

[@TheRecordist]

@@Pe11ePD hey. Yes indeed. Any Zoom H series is going to have noisy preamps. To get quiet preamps you’d have to venture into the F series. For me, I went with Sound Devices MixPre for crazy quiet preamps. But I still use the H1n for all kinds of louder recordings.

[@Pe11ePD]

@@TheRecordist I already got my pick at Tascam Portacapture X6. Adjustable stereo field like on my DR-40, but 32bit float up to 140db, very quiet preamps, great display. All that I wanted in a handheld recorder. I don't like chasing mics for F series etc, I'm a sucker for handheld recorders with internal mics, as they are practical for my needs, and deliver GREAT sound for the type of recordings I do. When I get my hands on X6, I can finally do really quiet ambiances.

[@veerxyz]

Hi! This is the first time I came across your channel and you had me hooked in the first 30 seconds. Amazing, not the mics, but you, Sir.

[@TheRecordist]

Well thank you very much! I really appreciate that! What a compliment! Cheers!

[@EduardoRivera-cz4od]

11:55... sounds like the intro to a horror movie... That actually confused me and scared me a little xD

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha really? That’s my family playing corn hole on the backyard. Hahaha

[@BaritoneDeLaTorre]

I do professional Opera recordings using condenser microphones, and you know what? Sometimes I just stick with my h1n for how easy, versatile and easy to go it is. I have to do post production anyway, and this device does the job pretty well.

[@TheRecordist]

It’s amazing for the price eh?

[@BaritoneDeLaTorre]

@@TheRecordist it's out of my mind how extremely efficient it can be for less than 100 bucks.

[@TheRecordist]

@@BaritoneDeLaTorre agreed! I have the original H1 and then I picked up the H1n. Love those little guys. I carry at least one everywhere I go!

[@christee299]

Oh man, you're funny! Loved the review. Just picked up an h1n. Had an h1 years ago. These devices are great for my needs and won't break the bank.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks! And you are correct!

[@techl]

I have ordered a Zoom H1n that is arriving tomorrow and can't wait to get my hands on to it. Perhaps, I too have GAS like someone mentioned in these comments somewhere, but I didn't know I wanted this little beast until I realized the phone recorder can only do so much. Thanks for this authentic and humorous review @TheRecordist! :) - Arun

[@TheRecordist]

Fantastic! And you’re very welcome! Enjoy your new toy! Woo hoo!

[@Yet_Another_Steve]

Clicked on yet another review of my prospective purchase but didn't anticipate I'd be laughing all the way through, so I subscribed. A good review and entertaining. Just what you need.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! Cheers!

[@rddie]

Great video. I'm just starting out on the KZbin journey and bought this to help with the audio quality of my motoring video's, travelling around Europe in our open top car... Your review has really helped and I'm now looking forward to watching more from you. Thanks

[@TheRecordist]

Oh that’s wonderful and so cool! I’m glad I could help! Cheers!

[@AzamisBox]

such a great review and very well versed! glad to have stumbled upon such a channel.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thank you very much! I appreciate your wonderful comment! It made my day! Cheers!

[@joshnova9163]

Superb review! Thorough and engaging. You have a great voice and a sharp wit

[@TheRecordist]

Thanks very much! Cheers!

[@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.

[@TheRecordist]

That’s a great solution! Thanks for sharing that! Cheers!

[@DaveWalker-j3u]

Looking for a review of the H1n - found this. Looked no further and subbed straight away! Keep rocking!

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks so much, man! I appreciate that! Cheers!

[@dasMelapfel]

Loved the video! Thank you so much! I just wanted to buy the h1n but now i stumbled across the h2n... do you think its worth it to invest or is the difference insignificant?

[@TheRecordist]

I don’t personally like the H2n. In my opinion it’s the worst of the H series.

[@nazfunkbeats1325]

Now this is a great review video. The harmonies cracked me up, awesome!

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Thanks! Cheers!

[@oorahgreenhouse]

im so happy to see you happy my dude. great video

[@TheRecordist]

Well thank you very much, Chelsea! I really appreciate it! Cheers!

[@mariofabris6365]

I liked how you explained it all, and I'm glad now that I bought an H1n

[@TheRecordist]

Excellent! Enjoy it! Cheers!

[@BacaBaconi]

Best review ever :) Thank you for this video it was educational and interesting. I had a Zoom H1n and traded it for the H4n Pro but I soon went back to using the H1n just because of the size, it's always with me!

[@TheRecordist]

Me too! I always have the H1n with me. You never know! Thanks for the wonderful comment!

[@Zimmerframerate]

Sir. From me, this is a MASSIVE COMPLIMENT. I HATE attention seekers. They never stop trying. You got my attention within 3:18 seconds into this video. I shall now watch the rest of it. As I've said a MILLION TIMES TO PEOPLE: "It ain't what ya do it's the way that ya do it." Bravo Sir. 👏

[@TheRecordist]

Oh thanks so much! What a wonderful compliment! You made my day!

[@spencerbrinton1397]

Incredible video. First video I've seen of yours. Very crisp video quality and audio and the set behind you is pleasant to they eye. I am convinced on purchasing the H1n now

[@TheRecordist]

Welcome aboard! Thanks so much for the kind words! And enjoy your new H1n!

[@spencerbrinton1397]

@@TheRecordist thank you! I upgraded cameras from a Nikon D3400 to a Fujifilm XT-4 and I have a Rode reporter on the way too

[@TheRecordist]

@@spencerbrinton1397 woo hoo! Toys!

[@davidbyourplanb]

I love this Mic but you've inspired me to carry it everywhere now - thanks!

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Excellent! You never know when it’ll come in handy! Thanks for watching!

[@四夕再]

Wonderful video! Ready to buy the zoom h1n for making videos.

[@TheRecordist]

Glad to hear it! I think you’ll enjoy it! Thanks for the compliment! Cheers!

[@LivingWithYahya]

Totally entertaining! Thanks for the refreshing ending thoughts!

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. You’re welcome! Cheers!

[@altcoinalpha]

Great video ! Are there any specific clip on / lav mics that you'd reccomend for the zoom h1n ?

[@TheRecordist]

Hey. Thank! Yes. I always recommend Clippy EM-272 omni lav mics. They’re a little larger than most but the sound is amazeballs. www.Micbooster.com Cheers!

[@kevinbelyea5878]

Excellent review. Does anyone have experience using this to record band rehearsals? Drums, bass and everything. Looking for something simple to hit record on just to listen back to jams.

[@TheRecordist]

Oh yes. This should work great for that!

[@PhillipJosephVillarreal]

Needed this advice at the end - thanks!

[@TheRecordist]

Hey no worries! Cheers!

[@northwestaudio]

First-time viewer, I think the Red version with the Red port is kind of an oversight. I appreciate this video, I forgot I had this recorder and need to capture audio from weddings this season. We dj a lot, and apparently, people want proof. Personally, I like the mystery when I pay someone a bunch of money for something I only plan to do once.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Of course! It’s a handy little recorder and the more you work with it, the more you can master it (including its limitations). Cheers!

[@paomatmusic]

Thank you! PS the part you are looking for: ---> 11:09

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Cheers!

[@andrewcutts3197]

My H1n turned up this morning. I’ve rewatched the tutorial as it’s the best one that I’ve found. This recorder will be with me at all times, and I will have things covered while I build up my H5 system. I’ve always suffered with GAS, the last thing that I got into was a Sony portable DAT recorder that I finally got round to buying. I also suffer from UAS (Ukulele Acquisition Syndrome) but that’s another story. Love the videos, cheers from a slightly damp U.K. 👍

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Woo hoo GAS and UAS unite! I play a little uke as well. I have a cheap one but I’d like to start collecting others. That’s fantastic! Thanks for watching!

[@adrianlyord5300]

Wow I totally 💯 agree with you on “GAS “….. but mine happens to be Drums! I have this particular product for the same reason you said… “ just to have it “! I enjoyed this video and your presentation , thanks 🙏!

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks very much! I appreciate the comment! Cheers!

[@NINETY-97-SEVEN]

Quick question.. will I still get 24bit 48khz audio if I connect my Rode VideoMic Go ii to the Zoom H1n? And how should I connect it via usb c to micro usb or 3.5mm jack?

[@TheRecordist]

Hey there. Yes, you’ll still get 24/48 with the Røde videomic go ii, and you’ll have to use the 3.5mm input. Cheers!

[@NINETY-97-SEVEN]

@@TheRecordist Ah perfect! I was worried that I wouldn't get the 24bit 48khz with a 3.5mm cable! thanks for the fast response and loved the video man I subbed :D

[@TheRecordist]

@@NINETY-97-SEVEN hey thanks so much!

[@InscrutableObjects]

Great and thorough review. Thank you!!!

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! Cheers!

[@dr.bmusic6339]

Thanks! I really enjoyed your review! Informative and entertaining… a perfect combination… I’ve subscribed and set up notifications… looking forward to your next review! Cheers!😊

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! Glad to have you aboard! Cheers!

[@Coconutz24]

We share a severe illness called "Gear Acquisition Syndrome" I am looking for a herbal cure in a corner of Nakuru County in Kenya. But, seriously, this is the best KZbin video I have seen on the subject of audio recording. I am now confident I can capture audio. I have a lot of birds that sing around my house. I need that audio. I live a mile from the Nakuru National Park where there are all kinds of noisy creatures I need to record especially the alien one that cries at 2:00am. Thanks and say hello to your folks . Greetings from the bottom of the Great Rift Valley and the slopes of the (great?) Menengai crater/caldera.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey! Nice to meet you! Thanks for watching my video! I MUST know more about this alien creature that cries at 2am! And GAS is real and it’s terrible. Even when you get the thing you’re after it all starts again with a new thing. And you think that as soon as you get that last thing, you’ll be set. Except, it doesn’t ever go that way. Haha. It’s something new always! You’re in a very interesting part of the world! I’d love to hear your recordings! Thanks again! Greetings from Canada! 🇨🇦

[@josefvows]

Very useful stuff indeed! Thanks man you rock By the way I'm still on the fence wether I should get a second hand Zoom h1n or the brand new H1e,,, which do you suggest? Is the H1e really more noisy?

[@TheRecordist]

Great! The H1e sounds the same as the H1n. If you have no use for the 32 bit recording, it’s not a necessary upgrade. Also, the H1e doesn’t record in MP3, in case that was something you cared about.

[@ZorroComputers]

13:45 That's amazing....

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Glad you liked it. Cheers!

[@FourPawsInTheGrave]

Awesome review, just bought this for some music classes.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks! Enjoy it!

[@ollie_fpv]

Great review! Is it possible to record audio from the stereo mics and also a plug-in lavier mic at the same time? Thanks

[@TheRecordist]

Thanks! Unfortunately no. Not on the H1n. The H5 yes. Sorry about that!

[@ollie_fpv]

@@TheRecordist thanks for the quick reply!

[@TheRecordist]

@@ollie_fpv you’re very welcome!

[@caeldejong9673]

You deserve far more than 12k subs. This is a very high quality and just great video. I think the only thing missing might just be your thumbnails. I think once someone clicks they’ll have a hard time not sticking around. Keep up the good work and work on your thumbnails, maybe even hire a professional to help if you can afford it. My gut instinct tells me putting your face in the thumbnail would help. To me your thumbnails make me feel like I’m about to watch an amateur KZbinr, not a professional like you are. Sorry for being so harsh on your thumbnails but in my time watching KZbin it feels like that’s the only thing keeping you from being a top tier product reviewer. 👍👍

[@TheRecordist]

No no. That’s great advice. I hate doing thumbnails. I’m no good at it. No matter what I do. Perhaps I need to consult a pro. Thanks very much for your kind words!

[@mateusochoa8694]

Hello, Mr. Recordist! I'm 3:37 minutes into the video and I had to pause to tell you that you are a very charismatic fellow, and I wish all reviews were done as you do them. I will continue to watch the video now and finish this comment when I'm through. Ok, so I finished this review.. This is my first time seeing one of your videos. I've done some superficial digging and have seen that you only review audio things. WHY?!!? If I may give you my humble opinion in the form of a request (with no intention of telling you what you should do)... Please review other things too. Many things. Whatever you get your hands on. You've got a gift.

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Well thank you very much! I really appreciate those kind words! My intention is to eventually make a living off of KZbin. One of the common bits of advice is to niche down. Which is what I’ve been doing. However, I am branching out into a few video related products. So who knows what the future might bring? Hopefully not a dead mouse left at my back porch. Cheers, man!

[@A_Fortunate_Traveler]

I own a Zoom H1 that I bought used in 2016 (Arrival and Eye In The Sky ago) and still use it albeit lately the body of the recorder has become quite sticky. So I am considering the H1n. Great review man! Thanks.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Awesome! It’s a great little recorder to have with you! The H1n is a bit fancier than the H1. Also the price is rather acceptable! Thanks for watching!

[@Wagoo]

Not all H1s have the rubber coating that goes sticky.. my original one had the same problem.. but I bought a used H1 without it, just a normal plastic finish

[@southofthethames]

I've been using it for outdoor field recordings for three of years, for me it is the best, providing you don't mind syncing the audio later. Why I use this is with dead cat, unlike most others there is still a sterile area around the X-Y mics as it's design keeps the windshield/dead cat off of them. With say the H2n if the wind hits the dead cat, it comes up against solid object or barrier. With the H1N it has no solid barrier behind the dead cat.

[@TheRecordist]

Yep. You’re right about that. It’s a great and low-cost unit!

[@FourPawsInTheGrave]

I had to Google dead 🐈 😂.

[@TheSwordfish269]

Thank you very much for this very informative review.

[@TheRecordist]

You’re very welcome! Cheers!

[@challengedollar2880]

[@TheRecordist]

Woo hoo! Thanks! Cheers!

[@Scripture-Man]

lol what a quirky presentation. I've had the H1 for 13 years and looking to upgrade, so this is helpful, thanks. Given the quality of your production I'm surprised you don't have more subs.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks! I’m pretty new. Only about a year or so in to it. Thanks for watching!

[@juhaaavalaakso455]

I like in this device that you can select 1.2V accu mode (eneloop pro aaa) in the settings. It can also power 24/7 using usb- cable and charger. These are uncommon in these stypid 2020+ years. In the 90s these things were normal.

[@TheRecordist]

Agreed. It’s pretty awesome!

[@kond1]

You're absolutely hilarious. This is a great review

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks so much!

[@aldermanswe]

instant likeable persona and a very informative review 😊

[@TheRecordist]

Oh thank you very much! Cheers!

[@rubeneloff]

This was an amazing review. Really appreciate your energy, humor and enthusiasm. You have a new subscriber!

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! Much appreciated! Cheers!

you are amazing! you have a new fan at first view!

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thank you very much!

[@healingpowerofGod]

Awesome! Thank you so much for this! I love your quirkiness and super easy to understand review and it helps so much for me to decide!

[@TheRecordist]

You are so welcome! And thanks for the kind words!

[@GeriUrzejh]

Subscribed. I needed this review, thanks a lot

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much, Geri! I’m glad it helped you!

[@BimbleWithBruce]

Thank you kindly for the Review. I'm looking for a Digital Voice Recorder and still pondering the Zoom H1n in 2024 or if I can find something similar that's better for the same reasonable price.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey. No worries. I would say that if you can find the Zoom H1n, grab it. It’s a great little recorder. Not the best but the best for the money. That model has now been replaced with the H1essential which is 32 bits and less options.

[@vampula12]

Nice review! Got this little fella last week, equipped it with 5k milliamp battery and went to record all kinds of stuff in my house :D Those electrets are pretty good for the price of the recorder!

[@TheRecordist]

Thanks very much! Yes it’s a good little recorder. So cheap for what it can do. I have both the original H1 and the H1n. I love them both. Thanks for watching!

[@ZeginMakesMusic]

30 seconds in, and you've earned a new sub.

[@TheRecordist]

Why thank you kindly, Steven! Cheers!

[@kimpearce2482]

Great video. Thankyou. One thing- do you have to take batteries out when not using? My batteries seem to run down so quickly.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks! I notice that happening with rechargeable batteries but not regular alkaline ones. Are you per chance using rechargeable batteries?

[@kimpearce2482]

@@TheRecordist so appreciate your reply, I use regular Alkaline, twice now they have run down … thanks again, you have a gift of teaching and entertaining!

[@TheRecordist]

@@kimpearce2482 hmm. Maybe it’s trickle draining. That’s strange. I keep my alkalines in there always and it’s ready to go each time with the same amount of charge. I don’t recall if there was a setting for that other than to be sure to tell the unit that you’re using alkaline batteries in the menu.

[@lanwerker2023]

In the video at 2:25, I see version: 1.21 on the screen, is there a new firmware version? My says version: 1.19, I don't a system version 1.21 on the Zoom site for this model...?

[@TheRecordist]

Good eye! I don’t have an answer for you. It shipped that way. I went to see if it needed an firmware update and I found that the newest firmware had a smaller number than the one it says on my recorder. It makes no sense. It’s an error. There is no newer firmware update. You’re good. Haha.

[@riddlin4u]

Great review and awesome video thanks! I've been on the fence about this for a bit now...I'm back in a band after a long while out of the life, I been using an iPhone to record our noize making but, it cuts out and sounds are (bad)funky. In a practice space, full band with loud drums, bass and a couple guitars...would this be of any use at all? I just want something for review not tracks to edit, I just wanna see how much we suck or not. Would this work for that?

[@TheRecordist]

Hey! Yes. I think this will work for what you’re after. It can take some high SPL. It’ll sound like it sounds when in the room. Placement will be key for a balanced sound since there aren’t separate tracks to mic everything. I think it’ll work great. Cheers!

[@Fahad-zn3jg]

Thank you. I'm thinking of buying it soon

[@TheRecordist]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching!

[@yogeshsingla131]

Great video! Great personality!

[@TheRecordist]

Wow. I really appreciate that, Yogesh! Thanks!

[@seraphims3219]

Great and funny review! I consider buying a portable recorder for on-the-go recordings. Is it compatible with the Clippy EM272Z1Mics? Because they require 12-48V phantom power. Is there a comparable alternative if the H1N doesn't have phantom power?

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks! No, the H1n can’t take XLR cables. But there are versions of the Clippy EM272 mics that terminate in a stereo 3.5mm connector. As for alternatives that can take the XLR cables, I would look at the Zoom F3 for a really nice sounding recorder with nice preamps. Also, there are the Zoom H4n Pro or the Zoom H5. Both of those do not have preamps as good as the F3 but they will do the job. Hope this helps!

[@seraphims3219]

@@TheRecordistThank you, a lot of options! I already use the F6, that's why I was thinking of a smaller field recorder for travelling. Do you know if the Clippys that I have would work on the H1N if I would only buy an adapter XLR to 3.5mm? They require phantom power. As for the F3, does it have preamps that are similar to the F6 and does it allow you to separately switch on/off the phantom power on both XLR inputs?

[@TheRecordist]

@@seraphims3219 hey. The H1n doesn’t provide phantom power. You need XLR ins to power a mic that requires 48v phantom power. There is no adapter that will work, unless you used an external powered XLR mixer and piped the stereo output to the H1n.

[@seraphims3219]

@@TheRecordistI see - thank you!

[@geemacm]

Great video thanks. Would the H1n be suitable to record a choir containing about 30 voices and what settings would be best. Thanks

[@TheRecordist]

Hi there. Thanks! Yes, the H1n would work well for a choir. I’d set it to 24 bit, 48kHz, and then have the peaks hitting at -12 to -6dB. Be sure to mount the device center and on a stand. Do not touch the unit during recording since it’s sensitive. Should work pretty good!

[@andrewcutts3197]

That field recording under the bridge reminds me of a track by John Fahey.

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Oh yeah? Which one?

[@fostersdomain]

Brilliant video - thank you. From a fellow GAS sufferer…

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@SirSnorlax476]

great review great vibes

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks very much!

[@shanekrause100]

enjoyed this. Very helpful. What is the omni mic you mentioned - the alternative to the onboard mic? Thanks!

[@TheRecordist]

Hi Shane. Thanks so much! The mic mentioned is the Clippy mic. Here is a stereo set version, terminated in a 3.5mm connector: micbooster.com/clippy-and-pluggy-microphones/98-clippy-stereo-em272-microphone.html

[@shanekrause100]

@@TheRecordist Thanks a ton. Good luck with your channel. Great presentation and content.

[@TheRecordist]

@@shanekrause100 thanks, Shane!

[@distinct_mind]

Amazing video, this is one of the videos where you don't even need to ask for likes or subscribers, because the content is so good you wanna like it. Btw, what is the omni clip mic set you were talking about? Can't seem to find it.

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks very much! Those are the Clippy mics. You can get them in stereo pairs that terminate in a single 3.5mm connector. Or singles. Or XLR. Here they are: micbooster.com/clippy-and-pluggy-microphones/98-clippy-stereo-em272-microphone.html

[@5thdayadventures]

More renditions of Drunken Sailor please! 🏴‍☠ I am a proud owner of a zoom H1n since ~2020ish and had no idea it could do that. Thanks for the great video!

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. I’ll try! Yes. A great little unit! Thanks for watching!

[@JimmyOlsson]

Fantastic review! Love your style!

[@TheRecordist]

I appreciate that, Jimmy! Cheers!

[@TrevorDBEYDAG]

At:17:25 😂 Liked it! I didn't see that coming. I think I'm the same at some level 🙂

[@TheRecordist]

Hahaha. Awesome! That’s usually a neurodivergent trait!

[@AlwaysIdleton]

Very nice video, I'm buying one to use it as a microphone and recorder for playing acoustic guitar and singing . I just wish it could connect with my phone on bluetooth

[@TheRecordist]

Oh very nice. But you’re right, it doesn’t connect via Bluetooth. Even if it did, it would probably have a lot of latency issues. I’m sure there’s a way to connect it to your phone via usb. Hmm. I’ve never tried. Thanks for watching!

[@boomerdude7850]

awesome , great video thanks for making it .

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks! Cheers!

[@josepacheco9232]

YOU ARE SUPER, I LOVE IT :D

[@TheRecordist]

Haha. Thanks! Cheers!

[@tibaiproductions9068]

500 subscribers! Love the informative videos and the way you present it! Digging the vibe! 😂

[@TheRecordist]

Hey thanks so much! I'm excited to hit 500 subs organically! I appreciate your comment and thanks for watching!

[@AngloSaxon1]

I still use the H1 and it sounds great, I dont think anyone really needs the latest thing, stick with what sounds good

[@TheRecordist]

Yep. The original H1 is just fine. I also still use the original for many things. If it works, that’s all that matters.