Zoom H1 Review (For Wedding Films, YouTube, Interviews, & More)

I often get compliments about the audio in my videos so I decided to throw together a video on my lavalier microphone setup as well as my workflow.
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Shot in S-Log 2 & Graded in Premiere Pro CC.
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[@JasonVong]

Thanks for tuning into the livestream earlier! You guys are awesome! I decided to release this video today anyway. :) All shot with a7R II, a6500, & ATOMOS NINJA FLAME!

[@GFFmatt]

Jason Vong great stuff, JV! I have four Zoom H1s myself that I used to use the same way. Now I mostly use the Rodelink (which I have a couple of) into a Zoom F8 for lock down rigs. For run & gun I use a triple shoe mount on top of the camera with a VideoMic Pro on top feeding into the camera while a Rodelink rx feeds into an attached Zoom H1. So I can quickly Mic up talent but also capture solid back up and nat sound with the VideoMic Pro. I recently added the Tascam DR10L, too - the form factor is wonderful!

[@JasonVong]

You have a lot of mics! O_O Good setup though! Nice use of the shotgun for the ambient!

[@bballClipss]

This dude is so good but so lame at the same time. I'm conflicted.

[@JasonVong]

Welcome to the channel ;)

[@misterETIO]

When you use the Zoom H1 as a handheld mic for interviews (like in the video sample), don't you get annoying noise when people are passing the mic to each other and also just while holding in their hands? If yes - how do you deal with that?

[@alloneword154]

SimplePerson. Only if they touch the top

[@phucmapvlog]

Just picked up the Saramonic Blink 500. I have the Zoom H1N, But I had trouble in a couple of my videos where the Lavalier cord came unplugged with the zoom, so I decided to go with wireless this time around

[@WargamersShutUpJamGaiden]

I use a Sennheiser G3 system direct into camera. I need to invest in some better camera equipment and lighting, but the audio works quite well.

[@c0pyimitati0n]

Do you use Premiere's built in audio syncing now? You no longer have to use multicam to do it and you don't have to clap to sync. It works AMAZING!

[@spo5egy]

I've had the rode film maker for a while now and lost my pop sponge thing on the mic so currently using the wind breaker with it and looks like a scots guard button. Also got the zoom h2n and the h5. they are all great products and great in all scenarios. Going to try some experiments this year with them as not using the to their full potential.

[@levittperez]

Would you recommend this for interviewing multiple people. Say 2-3 H-1 and lav. Or a muiltichannel audio recorder and wireless lab set up.

[@trimotionmedia5487]

How many times should you press the record button with the Zoom H1? As for a wedding: do you start recording right before you put it in the groom's pocket, then leave it recording for the whole wedding ceremony? and then sync up the multiple different videos and audio later? Seems like it is a ridiculous amount of work

[@JasonVong]

As I've mentioned in the video, I use PluralEyes and it syncs up every thing for me in a few minutes.

[@trimotionmedia5487]

What if you don't have pluraleyes, how would you go about pressing the start and stop button on the H1 recorder during a project where you will be recording lots of audio, but also lots of different shots with a DSLR?

[@sudhirsingh2937]

Great explanation, Can you please tell me connect to connect ZoomH1n and Boya BY M1 lav mic to my smartphone so that I can record Audio and Video in together

[@pascalgauthier7009]

Thanks ! I have the option of using an iphone with a lav (Rode Smartlav) , is buying the H1n Zoom worth the upgrade in the mini setup.

[@CrossFitMehedi]

How did it seriously take me this long to find the legend that is Jason Vong on KZbin??!! Keep it up old pal!

[@seanmichaeluy3450]

Jason, at a wedding with just the bride and groom as the main focus, Input Level 45-50 should suffice correct? With that, white/ambient noise, what do you use to reduce that and produce clear dialogue?

[@MindaKaronwithG]

hi what if ill put the transmitter to zoom h1 and the receiver directly to dslr/camera? will it work?

[@zkmlblc]

I record table tennis competitions in sports hall (at a distance of about 10 meters). But the hall is often noisy and buzzing because of the audience and these videos are uncomfortable. Also the ball sound in the matches is not heard enough. What do you suggest to me to be able to shoot videos with my ipnone that both the sound of the ball is hearable and that there is no hall noise?

[@elim4227]

I am filming some videos of artists talking and doing demonstrations soon and I’m trying to figure out how I want to do the audio. I have a rode video micro. Could I just get an extended cable and plug the mic directly into the camera while the mic is mounted close to the speaker? Or do you think it is worth buying a zoom h1 and lav mic?

[@PostColorGear]

Dude. You're hilarious. Loving your videos!

[@JasonVong]

Thanks! :D

[@talkshow69]

Hey there Jason. I have a question. Can I use a lavalier mic with the Zoom H1 and get audio close to what you have for this video when I do content outside? I want something outside of the studio mic that is used for indoor videos, but I don't want the ambient noise to creep in when I'm talking outside.

[@katemarodi7847]

I have a Zoom H1 microphone and an Insignia lapel microphone. When I plug the Insignia into the Zoom H1 line in, I am not able to record the sound. Do you know how to fix this?

[@Thechicagosniper_]

You made a video of your picture profiles, but didn't include your SLog profile. Do you use the default?

[@mannyvalerio522]

Just got into vlogging and as a external mic for now I use my galaxy s8+ and the mic on my headphones it works pretty good for what it is

[@jesseking4201]

have you tried some really cheap lav mics? would the quality of the lav mic affect the audio quality?

[@tjayweekes3880]

What's your output on the zoom h1 and do you have any problems with hiss at these settings that you have to remove in post?

[@gilcarvalho5332]

I have a zoom h1 and a Azden 503 but I can get a clear and crispy audio like yours. Do you use any plugin to do so when you edit the audio?

[@mBilly1]

Love the humor. I am gonna buy the Pro JK® MIC-J 004 lav mic for h1. But i wonder what do you guys do to secure the connection? Seems the jack can easily come out?

[@JasonVong]

+Mark Billy Svensson thanks Mark! We don't secure it in anyway. D: haven't let us down yet *crossing fingers*

[@camgalloway691]

Do you know how long an H1 can record straight without stopping? Is it the same as a DSLR that can only record up to 30 min. ?

[@tedross7716]

Can somebody explain to me why Zoom H1n and Aspen stereo lav mic records only left channel??

[@glowskullsmedia1499]

Hi Jason, what brand that little mic connected to your Zoom H1? thank you because i need that form my zoom as well

[@theposturespecialist3LM]

Good job Jason! It was really helpful! Watch that left raised shoulder😁

[@faezahezah8083]

Hello. I know this review is from last year. But i’m hoping you would respond to this question. Would this recorder be good for lectures? Say a class of 30-50 students. And the teacher is could be about 3 up to 10 meters away. I’m thinking of getting a recorder for lectures.

[@WookashWackomy]

Remember the recorder is stereo so if anyone close to H1 would talk, cough or something like that you'd have that on recording (probably louder than actual professor). Up to you, you'd have to try it out.

[@SPDTDL]

Lovin' Your Work As Usual!!

[@tobimenesesifilmmaker8163]

Hi Jason, Big fan, great content. Question: I use a similar set up but with a rode smart lav. I have a syncing problem tho. The audio doesn't sync with my 24fps footage. It goes out of sync in a few minutes. Its fine though when i record in 30fps or 60fps. Why would that be and how can i fix it to match my 24fps? Thanks in advance for helping.

[@SalawuIbrahim]

Did you ever get a solution?

[@jamesmcintoshjr]

sometimes simple off cam-audio is best :) I actually did lav mic into the iphone sound recorder, worked great!

[@JasonVong]

Just took out my buddy's iphone 5 and rode smartlav for a wedding. I was very impressed with how it sounded!

[@TaefDewan]

Hi, I need help choosing a camera. My budget is £600 and I need a camera that has a microphone in-put, exchangeable lens (so looking at DSLR's), good autofocus (Will be videoing cars sometimes so manual focus is no option for this roll).

[@whereismylife]

Zoom iQ7($99) , a DJI osmo mobile 2 ($129), and an iPhone 8 256. You should be able to find good cell phone carrier promo sale if you wait for the right time. I used sprint's buy 1 get 1 with a family member so i basically got it half price ($415 after tax) spread over 2 years (17$ a month+my plan). This will give you a killer setup for 4k video up to 60fps, excellent auto-focus, image stabilization that you would need to spend at least $1000+ on a Panasonic G85's dual IS (image stabilization in the body of the camera and in the compatible lenses) to achieve.

[@naomikenyon02]

Do you think Windows Movie Maker could do the job?

[@insolentchild6989]

Can you attach it to boom pole?

[@JasonVong]

There's a 1/4 20 on the mic so yeah

[@fatfro1]

What quality do you record for weddings?

[@martincabrerajr]

Thank you!! Exactly the info I was looking for, man. Definitely subbed

[@lito8318]

If I'm making a wedding video and running in a budget do you think if I get one zoom h1 to put on the groom I'll be fine? Or should I buy 2

[@JasonVong]

I'd say get 3 if you can. Always good to have multiple backups, especially audio because it is the most unpredictable thing during the wedding day.

[@lito8318]

Jason Vong why 3? You think I should clip the bride I know you say not to clip the bride but why e then?

[@JasonVong]

1. Mic the groom 2. Mic the officiant / priest 3. DJ's Speakers to get audio from their mics (if this one goes well, you have clearer audio)

[@lito8318]

Jason Vong do you have a video explaining how to connect your h1 to the djs audio

[@JasonVong]

woops sorry. I meant to say in general, have 3 audio solutions. The one that connects to the DJ's speakers should be a H4n or something similar.

[@luboyanev]

Thanks for sharing, does the mic require it's own battery, or does it get power from the zoom h1? Thanks

[@JasonVong]

Hey Lyubo, the mic doesnt need it's own battery

[@luboyanev]

Nice! Thanks for the reply

[@iamfan9632]

Can this sound be used for feature film?

[@dario3451]

Nice video man! keep up the amazing work

[@JasonVong]

Thanks Dario!

[@azizulzulzaha]

i like the sound, im trying to improve my sounds as well. great review

[@JasonVong]

Thank you. This should be a good one! :)

[@rafaelarenas2556]

You got the next level haha thanks a lot for the information. Great video 💪

[@BradleyBarks]

I really like this guy. Lol. Helpful man, thanks!

[@JasonVong]

Thanks Bradley!

[@UnmutedBrand]

So fun to watch. Thank you!

[@nej8853]

When using the Rode Filmmaker Kit - do you connect it to the dslr or the Zoom h1? I imagine the dslr would create a lot of hiss that the Zoom h1 wouldn't? The Filmmaker Kit seems to be bouncing between -15db and -9db. But with the Zoom h1, you don't seem to have to bring up the sound levels? Thank you for the video. :)

[@JasonVong]

I usually connect the Rode Kit to the camera, not to zoom h1. Never an issue with hiss. My recent videos, I've been using the Rode more.

[@nej8853]

Thank you very much. :) I usually normalize to -6db but it also brings up the hiss. Gonna try just keeping it where it is then. :)

[@kaliblocker1618]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you!

[@Mi_Coaching_Centre]

How to use zoom H1n ((Suitation settings)

[@madhumenon]

Thank you for this video.

[@opticdigest7393]

OMG your from Canada ! thanks for the canada amazon link!

[@JasonVong]

I'm from US actually haha. The links are international so whereever you are, you will get redirected to your country's amazon.

[@50450720]

Nice review.

[@VladHTX]

Great videos ! thanks

[@CMBDIA]

now i know your secret. im gonna tell everybody your secret.

[@banzsanjuan]

thanks man

[@jayliufoto]

just picked up a h5 , had a h2 which was good at nothing lol

[@JasonVong]

I didn't even know there was an H2. Was there an H3 as well? I have the H4n and used the H6 a handful of times

[@jayliufoto]

Jason Vong the h2n was a jack of all trades, but really good at nothing. haha. I don't think there is a h3, it might have been an older model replaced by the h4?

[@MintOrange]

Lol great video, thanks

[@ExploringWithCam2018]

Its better to have it and not need it. To need it and not have it.

[@kubahasek]

Zoom H1 here

[@sirnubenegra]

Inbox therapy or Casey ?

[@jikgb]

Good review.. you are funny anyway. 😂. Lol.

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