Introducing the Zoom H3-VR 360° VR handy recorder
The Zoom H3-VR 360° VR handy recorder is a portable solution for capturing and processing spatial audio. The H3-VR is ideal for a range of recording applications including: binaural 3D stereo, 5.1ch surround sound and live-streaming with 360-degrees audio recording.
It includes a 6-axis motion sensor, allowing you to position the recorder in any configuration. The ambisonic microphone captures the 360-degree audio in immense detail, providing unparalleled audio immersion. The lightweight and portable design records directly to an SD card, eliminating the need for external gear.
Capture 360-degree audio recordings
The H3-VR sets a precedent in the audio/visual world. It provides a simple and effective solution for capturing 360-degree audio with pristine sound. At the heart of the recorder is a premium-grade ambisonic microphone. It is perfect for capturing spatial audio for VR, AR and mixed-reality applications.
Conventional VR audio recorders require a separate ambisonic microphone. The H3-VR has incorporated its own high-end microphone delivering immense detail and sonic accuracy. All the encoding and processing is done on-board, eliminating the need for tedious gear setups. It is a simple all-in-one solution for capturing immersive audio.
Perfect for film, live-streaming, gaming and more
The VR Recorder has a multitude of applications. It is the perfect device for capturing audio for virtual reality. It can capture recording ranging up to 24-bit/192kHz, delivering exceptional audio fidelity for professional purposes. It can also record stereo binaural WAV files up to 24-bit/48kHz. Stereo binaural is designed to bring out the best from 2D productions using 3D audio.
The H3-VR is the perfect companion for any sound engineer or audio/visual professional looking to record spatially. It gives you the ability to capture standard stereo and 5.1channel surround sound, intended for video use. Using Zoom’s Ambisonics Player software, you can convert the ambisonic audio to a 5.1 channel surround sound file.
The H3-VR is also great for live-streaming. The 360-degree audio provides exceptional immersion for your viewers. It allows them to feel like they are truly there to experience every nuance of your stream.
6-Axis Motion Sensor
The built-in 6-axis motion sensor allows for versatile positioning. With Auto Mic Position and Level Detection, you can place the recorder in any position. It can be upright, upside down or even on its side, whilst still allowing you to calibrate your audio and video to ensure they are aligned. This can be extremely useful for post-production.
Integrated Limiter and Low-Cut Filter
The integrated limiter provides peace of mind, eliminating clipping for a clean recording and the low-cut filter is perfect for recording outside. When activated, it helps to eliminate unwanted low-end frequencies, useful for removing wind or traffic noise.
Dedicated Controls and Dynamic LCD Display
The ergonomic design features dedicated controls for navigation between settings and recording audio. The transport controls include: Home, Play/Pause, Forward, Reverse and menu buttons. It also features a dedicated headphones jack allowing for stereo binaural monitoring while you are recording audio.
The crystal-clear LCD screen is directionally-responsive. This changes the orientation of the screen automatically adjusts to the position the recorder is in. The clear, bright display provides all the information you need on your settings and recording modes at a glance.
Lightweight and portable
The lightweight and robust construction of the H3-VR is designed to withstand the rigors of extensive and rugged use, and it can easily fit inside a backpack. It can be powered in various ways; using two AA batteries provides power for over 11 hours; portable USB batteries will also work, or you can even plug the recorder into a wall outlet via an AC adapter.
Key features
- 4 built-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 options
- 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
- Onboard Ambisonics playback with audio rotation
- Accurate internal clock with .5ppm discrepancy
- 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 SD card up to 512GB
