The Zoom H3-VR Handy Audio Recorder is a compact audio recorder with a built-in Ambisonics mic array offering flexible 360° audio capture as well as integrated Ambisonics A-to-B conversion, eliminating the need for external processing. The device goes well beyond VR applications, and is additionally geared towards sound recordists, audio engineers, and content creators in music, audio-for-video, game audio, and AR production.
Features
- 4built-in mics arranged in an Ambisonic array
- Full-sphere surround sound recording
- Single-knob gain control of all input levels
- Onboard Ambisonics A to B decoding
- Three recording modes: Ambisonics, Stereo Binaural or Standard Stereo
- Record up to 24bit/96kHz
- Stereo binaural monitoring of Ambisonics signal
- Headphone output and line output
- Slate tone
- Extensive metadata
- Auto Mic Position Detection using 6-axis gyroscope (upfront, endfire,
- upside-down, endfire inverted)
- Level Function to ensure precise angle placement
- Wireless iOS remote control available through the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter (not included)
- Onboard Ambisonics playback with audio rotation
- USB 2.0 Audio Interface Mode
- Zoom PC/Mac post-production software to play, change a direction, and convert
- to binaural, stereo,and 5.1ch surround file
- Powered by 2 AA batteries or USB bus power
- Records to microSDXC card up to 1TB
| General | |
| Dimensions | 76x78x123mm |
| Weight | 120g |
| Power | |
| Battery | 2x AA |
| Power Options | Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5VDC at 1 A (Zoom AD-17 Not Included) |
| Battery Life | FuMa 48 kHz/24-Bit: 11.5Hours (Alkaline) | 11.5Hours (NiMH) | 24Hours (Lithium) |
| Recorder | |
| Form Factor | Field Recorder |
| Number of Tracks | 4 |
| Number of Input Channels | 4 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 96kHz /24-Bit |
| Microphone | Built-In Cardioid Condenser 4-Mic Array |
| Number of Microphone Inputs | No |
| Built-In Speaker | No |
| Display | Monochrome LCD |
| Memory Card Support | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (Up to 512 GB) (Class 4 or Higher) |
| Internal Storage | No |
| Special Features | Remote Control Capable (Remote Available Separately) |
| Performance | |
| Gain/Trim Range | Mic Inputs: +18to+48dB |
| Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +4 dBu | Line Inputs: +24 dBu |
| Max Output Level | Line Outputs: +2 dBu |
| Headphone Output Power | 20mW per Channel into 32 Ohmsa |
| Microphone Max SPL | 120dB |
| Connectivity | |
| Analog I/O | 3.5mm TRS Output |
| Digital I/O | No |
| System Connection | 1x Micro-USB (2.0) |
| Audio Interface Capability | Multi-Track |
| Wireless | Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: iOS Only App Name: H3 Control Functionality: Remote Control |
| Recording | |
| Audio File Formats | Ambisonics A, Ambisonics B (FuMa/AmbiX), BWF, iXML, WAV |
| Sample Rates | 44.1/48/96kHz (Ambisonics) | 44.1/48/96kHz (Stereo) | 4.1/48kHz (Binaural) |
| Bit Depth | 16/24Bit |
| Timecode Support | No |
| Included Software | Yes |
| Clock Accuracy | 0.5ppm |
| Accessories | |
| Compatible Housing / Accessories | Optional Accessories (Not Included) BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter WSU-1 Hairy Windscreen |
| Included Accessories | Windscreen |
| In the Box | |
| In the Box | H3-VR Handy Recorder | Foam windscreen | Dual mounting bracket |
Zoom H3-VR Handy Recorder with Built-In Ambisonics Mic Array
- Brand: ZOOM
- Product Code: Zoom H3-VR Handy Recorder with Built-In Ambisonics Mic Array
- Availability: In Stock
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185.0JD