SKU:10012068
- With four tracks, 32-bit float recording, advanced X/Y microphones, and 2 XLR/TRS inputs, creators have multiple ways to record their music, podcasts, and audio for video.
Description
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More Dynamic Range
- With 32-bit float recording, you never need to adjust levels. The H4essential captures every nuance of your sound, ensuring high-quality, clip-free audio in every take.
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The First Recorders With Accessibility
- The Essential Series was designed with accessibility in mind 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.
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Sound pressure level
- The 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs feature Zoom's ultra-clean preamps that support phantom power and +4dBu professional line level input. The built-in X/Y microphones can record sound up to 130dB SPL, equivalent to a rock concert.
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Record And Stream
- Stream in 32-bit float while 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.
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Mix. Monitor. Record.
- Use the built-in mixer to easily adjust the audio level for each track. It also has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it's being recorded.
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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.
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Place sound
- The XLR inputs can be used to record dialogue and audio for sound design on set. The built-in X/Y microphones are perfect for recording environments.
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For Interviews And Podcasts
- Podcasters can use the H4essential's XLR inputs with external microphones for one-on-one conversations, and the X/Y microphones for interviews on the go.
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Pair With Your iOS Device
- Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth adapter to pair with your iOS device to start recording, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.
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Bluetooth Timecode Sync
- The BTA-1* Bluetooth adapter also lets you pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video synchronization.
- Please note: BTA-1 adapter not included
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Soft Touch Control
- The recording and rotary controls are designed to allow silent operation.
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Built-in Speaker
- You can use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
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In And Out
- Use the 3.5mm line-out for headphones or connecting to a camera. The H4essential also has a 3.5mm microphone/line-in.
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Brilliant Color Screen
- The new, vibrant full-color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H4essential's menu and functions.
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High Capacity Storage
- H4essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB for recording hours and hours with audio.
Videos
Specifications
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Inputs:
- Built-in microphone (stereo): 1
- XLR/TRS: 2
- MIC/LINE IN: 1
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Outputs:
- Headphones: 1
- Built-in speaker (mono): 1
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Inputs:
- Built-in microphone: 90° XY stereo format
- Direction: Unidirectional
- Sensitivity: –43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum sound pressure input: 130 dB SPL
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XLR/TRS Connector:
- XLR/TRS combo jack × 2 (XLR: 2 HOT TRS: TIP HOT)
- Input gain: Adjustment not required
- Input impedance:
- XLR: 3 kΩ or more
- TRS: 3 kΩ or more
- Maximum input level:
- XLR: +4 dBu
- TRS: +24 dBu
- Phantom power: +48 V, Channel total 10 mA or less
- Equivalent input noise: -120 dBu or less (IHF-A) at 150 Ω input
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MIC/LINE IN Connector:
- Stereo mini-jack × 1 (supports plug-in power)
- Input gain: Adjustment not required
- Input impedance: 2 kΩ or more
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Outputs:
- Headphones Connector: Stereo mini-jack × 1
- Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32 Ω load)
- Output impedance: 15 Ω or less
- Built-in speaker: 250 mW 8 Ω mono speaker
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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:
- 4-32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
- 64 GB–1 TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification
- Display: 2.0-inch full-color LCD (360 x 240)
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USB Connector:
- USB Type-C
- USB bus power supported
- USB microphone: USB2.0 High Speed ​​44.1/48 kHz, 24-bit /32-bit float, 4-in/2-out
- File transfer: USB2.0 High Speed
- Remote control: Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1)
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Current:
- 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
- AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A
- USB bus power supported
- Estimated continuous operating time at 2-track recording (built-in XY microphone), 48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom power off, no headphones, no remote control, power save on display:
- Alkaline batteries: approx. 9 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approx. 14 hours
- Lithium batteries: approx. 20 hours
- Power consumption: Maximum 3 W
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Dimensions:
- 66.9mm (W) × 156.1mm (D) × 38.0mm (H)
- Weight (including batteries): 226 g
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- With four tracks, 32-bit float recording, advanced X/Y microphones, and 2 XLR/TRS inputs, creators have multiple ways to record their music, podcasts, and audio for video.
Description
-
More Dynamic Range
- With 32-bit float recording, you never need to adjust levels. The H4essential captures every nuance of your sound, ensuring high-quality, clip-free audio in every take.
-
The First Recorders With Accessibility
- The Essential Series was designed with accessibility in mind 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 Zoom's ultra-clean preamps that support phantom power and +4dBu professional line level input. The built-in X/Y microphones can record sound up to 130dB SPL, equivalent to a rock concert.
-
Record And Stream
- Stream in 32-bit float while 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 the audio level for each track. It also has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it's being recorded.
-
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.
-
Place sound
- The XLR inputs can be used to record dialogue and audio for sound design on set. The built-in X/Y microphones are perfect for recording environments.
-
For Interviews And Podcasts
- Podcasters can use the H4essential's XLR inputs with external microphones for one-on-one conversations, and the X/Y microphones for interviews on the go.
-
Pair With Your iOS Device
- Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth adapter to pair with your iOS device to start recording, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.
-
Bluetooth Timecode Sync
- The BTA-1* Bluetooth adapter also lets you pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video synchronization.
- Please note: BTA-1 adapter not included
-
Soft Touch Control
- The recording and rotary controls are designed to allow silent operation.
-
Built-in Speaker
- You can use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
-
In And Out
- Use the 3.5mm line-out for headphones or connecting to a camera. The H4essential also has a 3.5mm microphone/line-in.
-
Brilliant Color Screen
- The new, vibrant full-color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H4essential's menu and functions.
-
High Capacity Storage
- H4essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB for recording hours and hours with audio.
Videos
Specifications
-
Inputs:
- Built-in microphone (stereo): 1
- XLR/TRS: 2
- MIC/LINE IN: 1
-
Outputs:
- Headphones: 1
- Built-in speaker (mono): 1
-
Inputs:
- Built-in microphone: 90° XY stereo format
- Direction: Unidirectional
- Sensitivity: –43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
- Maximum sound pressure input: 130 dB SPL
-
XLR/TRS Connector:
- XLR/TRS combo jack × 2 (XLR: 2 HOT TRS: TIP HOT)
- Input gain: Adjustment not required
- Input impedance:
- XLR: 3 kΩ or more
- TRS: 3 kΩ or more
- Maximum input level:
- XLR: +4 dBu
- TRS: +24 dBu
- Phantom power: +48 V, Channel total 10 mA or less
- Equivalent input noise: -120 dBu or less (IHF-A) at 150 Ω input
-
MIC/LINE IN Connector:
- Stereo mini-jack × 1 (supports plug-in power)
- Input gain: Adjustment not required
- Input impedance: 2 kΩ or more
-
Outputs:
- Headphones Connector: Stereo mini-jack × 1
- Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32 Ω load)
- Output impedance: 15 Ω or less
- Built-in speaker: 250 mW 8 Ω mono speaker
-
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:
- 4-32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
- 64 GB–1 TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification
- Display: 2.0-inch full-color LCD (360 x 240)
-
USB Connector:
- USB Type-C
- USB bus power supported
- USB microphone: USB2.0 High Speed ​​44.1/48 kHz, 24-bit /32-bit float, 4-in/2-out
- File transfer: USB2.0 High Speed
- Remote control: Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1)
-
Current:
- 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
- AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A
- USB bus power supported
- Estimated continuous operating time at 2-track recording (built-in XY microphone), 48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom power off, no headphones, no remote control, power save on display:
- Alkaline batteries: approx. 9 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): approx. 14 hours
- Lithium batteries: approx. 20 hours
- Power consumption: Maximum 3 W
-
Dimensions:
- 66.9mm (W) × 156.1mm (D) × 38.0mm (H)
- Weight (including batteries): 226 g