Zoom H4essential 4 Track Handy Recorder with 32-Bit Recording + 2 Year Warranty

Description

Zoom H4essential – 32-Bit Float Recording for All

Four tracks. More options. With four tracks, 32-bit float recording, advanced X/Y mics and 2 XLR/TRS inputs, creators have more ways to record their music, podcasts, and audio-for-video.

Product Highlights:

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 tracks 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 (sold separately), sync with wireless timecode devices via bluetooth

Use the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) 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

Product Features:

More Dynamic Range

With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H4essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high-quality, clip-free audio in every take.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.

Sound Pressure Level

The 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs feature Zooms ultra-clean preamps that supports phantom power and +4dBu professional line level input. The onboard X/Y microphones can capture sound up to a thunderous 130 dB SPL, equivalent to a rock concert.

Record and Stream

Stream in 32-bit float while simultaneously recording to an SD card. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, the H4essential can be used as a 4-in/2-out audio interface.

Mix. Monitor. Record.

Use the built-in mixer to easily adjust each tracks audio level. It also has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it records.

Essential for Creators

Big Stage Sound For Musicians

The H4essential is perfect for recording music. With 2 XLR/TRS inputs and the stereo X/Y microphones it’s easy to record live shows, rehearsals and songs.

Location Sound

The XLR inputs can be used to capture on-set dialogue and audio for sound design. The onboard X/Y microphones are perfect for recording ambience.

For Interviews and Podcasts

Podcasters can use the H4essentials XLR inputs with external mics for one-on-one conversations and the X/Y mics for interviews on-the-go.

Pair With Your iOS Device

Use the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.

Bluetooth Timecode

With the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.

Premium Features:

Soft Touch Controls: Recording and rotary controls have been designed to allow for quiet operation.

Built-In Speaker: You can use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.

Now In Color: The new full-color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H4essentials menu and functions.

In and Out: Use the 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera. The H4essential also features a 3.5mm mic/line input.

Advanced XY Mics: The onboard X/Y microphones capture crystal clear audio up to 130 dB SPL.

High Capacity Storage: The H4essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.

Product Specifications:

Input and Output Channels

Inputs:

Built-in mic (stereo): 1

XLR/TRS: 2

Mic/Line In: 1

Outputs:

Headphones: 1

Built-in Speaker (mono): 1

Inputs

Built-in Mic: 90 XY stereo format

Directionality: Unidirectional

Sensitivity: -43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz

Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 130 dB SPL

Input1-2:

Connector: XLR/TRS combo jacks x2 (XLR2 HOT TRSTIP HOT

Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary

Input Impedance:

Mic (XLR): 3.8 k or more

Line (TRS): 39 k or more

Maximum Input Level:

Mic (XLR): +4 dBu

Line (TRS): +24 dBu

Phantom Power:

+48 V

Channel total 10 mA or less

Equivalent Input Noise:

Mic (XLR): -120 dBu or lessIHF-A) at 150 input

Line (TRS): 95 dBu or lessIHF-A) at 600 input

Mic/Line In (supports plug-in power):

Connector: Stereo mini jack

Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary

Input Impedance: 2 k or more

Outputs

Headphones:

Connector: Stereo mini jack

Maximum Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mWinto 32 load

Output Impedance: 10 or less

Built-in Speaker:

Type: 20 x 30mm elliptical dynamic speaker

Effective Maximum Output: 250mW

Recorder

Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 4

Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks: 4

Recording Formats:

WAV

44.1/48/96 kHz

32-bit float mono/stereo

BWF and iXML formats supported

Recording Media:

4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification

64GB-1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification

Display

2.0-inch Full-color LCD: 360 x 240

USB

Connector: USB Type-C

Use a USB cable that supports data transfer

Audio Interface:USB 2.0 High Speed

Input and Output Channels:

4 in / 2 out (Multi)

2 in / 2 out (Stereo)

Sampling Frequency:

44.1/48/96 kHz (AIF only)

44.1/48 kHz (AIF + onboard recording)

Bit Depth: 24-bit, 32-bit float

File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed

Remote

Dedicated Wireless Adapter: ZOOM BTA-1

Power

2 AA Batteries: Alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries

AC Adapter: ZOOM AD-17DC 5V / 1 A

USB bus power is supported

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 2-track Recording (Built-in XY Mic)

Alkaline Batteries: About 9 hours

NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 9 hours

Lithium Batteries: About 19 hours

48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom power off, no headphones, no remote, display power saving on, display brightness at Medium

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 4-track Recording (Built-in XY Mic with Input 1-2)

Alkaline Batteries: About 2 hours 30 minutes

NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 4 hours

Lithium Batteries: About 8 hours

48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom power off, headphones used (33 load), no remote, display power saving on, display brightness at Medium

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 4-track Recording (Plug-in Power Mic with Input 1-2)

Alkaline Batteries: About 40 minutes

NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 1 hour 30 minutes

Lithium Batteries: About 3 hours 30 minutes

48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom power off, headphones used (33 load), no remote, display power saving on, display brightness at Medium

General

Power Consumption: 3 W maximum

Dimensions: 2.63″W (66.9 mm) 6.15″D (156.1mm) 1.5″H (38.0mm)

Weight (including batteries): 0.54 lbs (243g)

Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms