Description
Zoom H4essential 4-track Recorder
Take your recordings to the next level with the Zoom H4n Essentials 4-Track Recorder! This portable and versatile recorder is ideal for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who want to capture high-quality audio wherever they go. The Zoom H4n Essentials allows you to record up to 4 tracks simultaneously, making it perfect for multi-instrument recordings or layered audio projects. It features built-in X/Y stereo microphones that deliver clear, professional sound, and its compact size makes it easy to take anywhere. The user-friendly interface ensures that whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll have no trouble navigating its functions. Plus, the expandable SD card slot allows you to store all your audio files with ease. Whether you’re recording a live performance, a podcast, or field sounds, the Zoom H4n Essentials offers top-tier performance and portability.
- 4-track 32-bit float recorder with Dual A/D Converters
- Clip-free recording with no need to set gain
- Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
- Color LCD Screen
- 130 dB SPL XY Mic
- 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs with locking connector
- 3.5mm mic/line input for lavalier mics and line level sources
- Built-in mixer to adjust each track’s audio level
- Built-in speaker for quick reference playback
- 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera
- Voice Guidance accessibility for the visually impaired
- 32-Bit Float audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via USB-C port
- Use as an interface and record to SD card simultaneously
- Using the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter, sync with wireless timecode devices via bluetooth
- Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with the H4essential Control App for iOS
- Record to SD cads up to 1TB
- 10 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C Bus Power
INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS
| Inputs |
Built-in mic (stereo) |
1 |
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XLR/TRS |
2 |
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MIC/LINE IN |
1 |
| Outputs |
Headphones |
1 |
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Built-in speaker (mono) |
1 |
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INPUTS
| Built-in mic |
90º XY stereo format |
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Directionality |
Unidirectional |
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Sensitivity |
–43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz |
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Maximum sound pressure input |
130 dB SPL |
| INPUT1-2 |
Connector |
XLR/TRS combo jacks ×２ |
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(XLR：2 HOT TRS：TIP HOT） |
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Input gain |
Adjustment unnecessary |
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Input impedance |
MIC: 3.8 kΩ or more |
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LINE: 39 kΩ or more |
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Maximum input level |
MIC: +4 dBu |
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LINE: +24 dBu |
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Phantom power |
+48 V |
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Channel total 10 mA or less |
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Equivalent input noise |
MIC: -120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input |
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LINE: -95 dBu or less（IHF-A) @600 Ω input |
| MIC/LINE IN |
Connector |
Stereo mini jack |
| （supports plug-in power） |
Input gain |
Adjustment unnecessary |
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Input impedance |
2 kΩ or more |
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OUTPUTS
| Headphones |
Connector |
Stereo mini jack |
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Maximum output level |
20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（into 32 Ω load） |
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Output impedance |
10 Ω or less |
| Built-in speaker |
Type |
20 x 30mm elliptical dynamic speaker |
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Effective maximum output |
250mW |
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RECORDER
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks |
4 |
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks |
4 |
| Recording formats |
WAV |
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44.1/48/96 kHz, |
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32-bit float mono/stereo |
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BWF and iXML formats supported |
| Recording media |
4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification |
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64GB–1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification |
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DISPLAY
| 2.0-inch full-color LCD |
360 x 240 |
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USB
| Connector |
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USB Type-C |
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• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. |
| Audio Interface |
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USB 2.0 High Speed |
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Input and output channels |
4 in / 2 out (Multi) |
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2 in / 2 out (Stereo) |
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Sampling frequency |
44.1/48/96 kHz (AIF only) |
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44.1/48 kHz (AIF + onboard recording) |
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Bit depth |
24-bit, 32-bit float |
| File transfer |
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USB 2.0 High Speed |
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REMOTE
| DEDICATED WIRELESS ADAPTER |
ZOOM BTA-1 |
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POWER
| 2 AA batteries |
Alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries |
| AC Adapter |
ZOOM AD-17：DC 5V / 1 A |
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• USB bus power is supported. |
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