Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder

Product #111918 | SKU H4ESSENTIAL | Zoom
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Our Price $279 AUD
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Features

  • Portable, Intuitive Audio Recorder
  • Musicians, Content Creators & Podcasters
  • 32-Bit Float: No Level Adjustment Needed
  • Onboard X/Y Mics Handle up to 130 dB
  • 2 XLR-1/4" TRS Combo Inputs with Preamps
  • Onboard Mixer and Waveform Display

Description

The Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder is a perfect tool for musicians, filmmakers, and content creators. It provides four tracks of high-quality audio that is distortion-free, eliminating the need to set levels manually. The recorder boasts 32-bit float recording and X/Y microphones capable of handling 130 dB effortlessly, offering a versatile and hassle-free audio solution.

Equipped with dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs, the H4essential features low-noise and high-quality Zoom mic preamps, complete with +48V phantom power to accommodate professional condenser microphones. With an easy-to-use onboard mixer and a vibrant 2" color display, users can adjust individual tracks and view waveforms in real time. Additionally, the recorder can be connected to computers and smart devices via its USB-C port, not only for power but also to stream up to two channels of audio, effectively acting as a 4-in/2-out interface. Furthermore, the H4essential is tripod mountable, allowing for convenient use in a stationary position or even atop a camera with the help of an adapter, making it suitable for various field recording tasks.

Specifications

Portable Recorder
Form Factor Handheld Recorder
Primary Use Applications Audio-for-Video, Dictation & Transcription, Music Recording, Podcasting
Number of Tracks 4
Number of Input Channels 5 (3 x Mono, 1 x Stereo)
Maximum Sampling Rate 96 kHz / 32-Bit Float
Microphone Built-In Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration
Number of Microphone Inputs 3
Built-In Speaker Yes, 1 W Mono
Display 2" / 5.1 cm Monochrome OLED
Memory Card Support microSDXC (Up to 1 TB)
Internal Storage No
Special Features Overdubbing
Recording
Audio File Formats BWF, iXML, WAV
Sample Rates 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
Bit Depth Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point)
Timecode Support No
Included Software No
Connectivity
Analogue I/O 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone/Line Output
Digital I/O No
Phantom Power +48 V
Phantom Power Current 10 mA (Max)
System Connection 1 x USB-C (I/O, 2.0)
Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only
Wireless No
Mobile App Compatible No
Performance
Max Input Level Mic Inputs:
+4 dBu
Line Inputs:
+24 dBu
Headphone Output Power 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Impedance Outputs:
≤15 Kilohms
Microphone Sensitivity -43 dB (X/Y)
Microphone Max SPL 130 dB SPL (X/Y)
Power
Power Options Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type 4 x AA
Approximate Battery Life 9 Hours (AA Alkaline, Recording, Built-In Mic)
14 Hours (AA NiMH, Recording, Built-In Mic)
20 Hours (AA Lithium, Recording, Built-In Mic)
AC/DC Power Adapter 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included)
Physical
Included Accessories No
Dimensions 2.6 x 1.5 x 6.1" / 6.7 x 3.8 x 15.6 cm
Weight 8 oz / 226 g (with Batteries)

In The Box

  • Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder

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  • Martin
    This is an excellent piece of kit with one major flaw. When using pro external rifle mics, the input levels are well below optimal. There is no on board software function to adjust them, instead one has to either boost levels through a separate pre amp, or in post production. This isn’t too much of a problem recording close mic sources such as a voice over, but it’s a big deal when recording atmos of bird life etc. Zoom, if you are listening, it’s an easy fix!
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Details

  • Product: Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder
  • Manufacturer: Zoom
  • Model: H4 essential
  • SKU: H4ESSENTIAL
  • RM Product #: 111918
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