Recorders Capture Audio
H3-VR Captures Reality
Whether you’re a game developer, filmmaker or musician, virtual reality is the undeniable future of content creation. While 360-video is exploding in popularity, the ability to easily create 360-audio has lagged behind…until now.
![Front and back of the H3-VR 360º Audio Recorder](/media/original_images/H3-VR_Hero_1.png.768x0_q60.png)
![Using H3-VR to record natural ambient sound in the jungles of Indonesia](/media/original_images/OneStopVR_1.jpg.1400x800_q80_crop_focal_area-1588%2C699%2C1328%2C1262_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
One-Stop VR Audio
The Zoom H3-VR virtual reality audio recorder is the complete solution for capturing and processing spatial audio for VR, AR and mixed-reality content. With a built-in Ambisonic mic, recorder and decoder, the H3-VR puts 360-audio in the palm of your hand.
Manne Söderlund | Ivar Studios | Bujang Raba, Sumatra
![The H3-VR being used to record an 360º expidition on Mt. Everest](/media/original_images/H3-VR_on_Mountain.JPG.1400x800_q80_crop_focal_area-2026%2C3518%2C2400%2C2754_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
A New Way to go from A to B
In the past, capturing VR audio required a dedicated Ambisonic mic, a separate recorder and a computer for encoding the audio from raw Ambisonics A format to VR-ready Ambisonics B format. Now, with the H3-VR, all of the encoding and decoding is done on board, saving time, money and effort at every step.
Jon Griffith | Alpine Exposures | Mount Everest Expedition
AUDIO
FOR
EVERY
REALITY
![ambicon3s.png](/media/images/ambicon3s.width-800.png)
Ambisonics Audio for VR
The H3-VR’s 4-capsule Ambisonic mic captures precise 360-degree VR audio recordings up to 24 bit/96 kHz. And without ever connecting to a computer, the onboard decoder allows you to export Ambisonics B-format files directly.
![binauralicon3s.png](/media/images/binauralicon3s.width-800.png)
Binaural 3D Stereo
The H3-VR also records stereo binaural WAV files up to 24 bit/48 kHz. Stereo binaural provides a hyper-realistic spatial recording that enhances 2D productions with 3D audio.
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Standard Stereo
The H3-VR even offers standard stereo recording for recordings that will be played out of speakers rather than headphones.
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5.1ch Surround for Video
Free to download, ZOOM Ambisonics Player software can easily convert Ambisonics audio to a 5.1ch surround file that is pre-aligned to the proper speakers, and is exported to your video or audio editor for syncing with standard video
![streaming_icon3s.png](/media/images/streaming_icon3s.width-800.png)
Live Streaming 360
The H3-VR also enables you to live stream events in 360 degrees so that wherever your fans are, they’ll have access to the best seats in the house
![H3-VR and a 360º video rig set up at a monestary in the Himilayas, Nepal](/media/original_images/fitsAnywhereCapturesEverything_1.jpg.1400x800_q80_crop_focal_area-1962%2C900%2C1244%2C1792_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
Fits Anywhere.
Captures Everything.
The H3-VR’s compact, conical design captures audio from multiple angles without getting in the way of the camera or the action.
IVAR Studios on location at a Buddist Monastery | Himalayas, Nepal
H3-VR On Location
We asked Benedict Green to discuss his experience recording with the H3-VR while on a 360º video shoot at Malibu Creek State Park, CA.
Benedict is co-founder of EccoVR, a company specializing in the creation of high-end spatialized audio.
![Image of the H3-VR from all recordable orientations: Upright, Upside Down, Endfire, Endfire Inverted.](/media/original_images/6AxisMotionSensor_4.jpg.757x0_q80_crop_size_canvas.jpg)
6-Axis Motion Sensor
Auto Mic Position and Level Detection make placing the H3-VR simple. Whether positioned upright, upside down, endfire or endfire inverted, the H3-VR automatically calibrates so your audio and video are already aligned for post.
![H3-VR with a Oculus gaming headset](/media/original_images/UpgradeYourGame_1.jpg.757x0_q80_crop_focal_area-2280%2C922%2C1832%2C1499_size_canvas.jpg)
Upgrade Your Game Experience
The slam of dungeon doors, growl of monsters or howl of the wind can make or break a player’s fantasy. With the ability to capture high-quality in-game audio, you can elevate your player’s experience to new levels.
![Martin Edström monitors sound from his H3-VR during 360º video production at Mount Everest.](/media/original_images/Monitoring_2.jpg.757x0_q80_crop_focal_area-1642%2C1156%2C1292%2C1286_size_canvas.jpg)
Martin Edström monitors sound from his H3-VR during 360º video production at Mount Everest basecamp.
Monitoring & Playback
Monitor your audio live in stereo binaural or use the H3-VR’s onboard Ambisonics Decoding to simulate your recorded 360-experience during playback.
![Rock band performing live with H3-VR recording and streaming live sound.](/media/original_images/Streaming_1.jpg.757x0_q80_crop_size_canvas.jpg)
Streaming and More
Perfect for live streaming, video conferencing, direct recording and more, the H3-VR’s audio interface mode turns it into a USB 360 mic for your computer or stereo mic for your iOS device.
![Using the H3-VR for a conference call](/media/original_images/Connected_inset_2.jpg.757x0_q80_crop_focal_area-605%2C440%2C1131%2C834_size_canvas.jpg)
Conference Mode
When connected via USB to your Mac/Windows PC or iPad/iOS device, you can use the H3-VR’s Ambisonic Mic as a powerful microphone system for your web conference meetings.
Placed in the center of the table, the H3-VR’s Ambisonic Mic dynamically detects the direction of the voice from each speaker’s position, making it easier to clearly hear all the conference participants, with a minimal amount of ambient noise.
For more information about "Conference Mode", please refer to the V3.0 supplementary manual.
![Connected_1.jpg](/media/images/Connected_1.width-800.jpg)
Give It A Listen
Conference Call Comparison
H3-VR Conferencing Audio vs. Laptop built-in mic
![H3-VR being operated using the iPhone Control App.](/media/original_images/ControApp_1.jpg.1400x800_q80_crop_focal_area-1712%2C1148%2C2976%2C1302_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
Out of the Shot But in Control
Staying out of the shot can be tricky when recording a 360-degree video, which is why the H3 Control App lets you remotely access transport controls, level settings, and metadata notes right from your iOS device.*
*Optional BTA-1 adapter required
![Zoom Ambisonics player software running on a laptop.](/media/original_images/App_3.jpg.1400x800_q80_crop_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
360º Post-Production Made Easy
The H3-VR’s companion ZOOM Ambisonics Player software takes the work out of post-production by easily converting your Ambisonics files to Stereo, Binaural, 5.1ch surround and more. Play, trim, re-orientate and export your audio files in minutes.
![Traditional Aztec performance with musicians and dancers in costume.](/media/original_images/outro_3.jpg.1400x800_q80_crop_size_canvas_upscale_zoom-50.jpg)
Recorders Capture Audio, H3-VR Captures Reality.
What's in the Box
What's Included
- H3-VR Handy Recorder
- Foam windscreen
- Dual mounting bracket
Optional Accessories
- BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
- WSU-1 Hairy Windscreen
![H3-VR package](/media/original_images/whatsInTheBox_1.png.730x730_q80_size_canvas.png)
H3-VR Images
![H3-VR front](/media/original_images/H3-VR_front.jpg.800x482_q70_crop_focal_area-1044%2C791%2C2067%2C1414_size_canvas.jpg)
![H3-VR back](/media/original_images/H3-VR_rear.jpg.800x482_q70_crop_focal_area-1065%2C2210%2C2036%2C932_size_canvas.jpg)
![Aztec performers](/media/original_images/outro_2_mMulPz0.jpg.800x482_q70_crop_size_canvas.jpg)
![H3-VR side 1](/media/original_images/H3-VR_side_L.jpg.800x482_q70_crop_focal_area-1097%2C2325%2C2068%2C1069_size_canvas.jpg)