Zoom H4essential 4 Track 32-bit float Handy Recorder with Dual A/D Converters and 130 dB SPL XY Mic for Interviews and Podcasts
Zoom H4essential 4 Track 32-bit float Handy Recorder with Dual A/D Converters and 130 dB SPL XY Mic for Interviews and Podcasts
Zoom H4essential 4 Track 32-bit float Handy Recorder with Dual A/D Converters and 130 dB SPL XY Mic for Interviews and Podcasts
Zoom H4essential
32-Bit Float Recording for AllFour 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.
Features and Specs
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
*Please note: BTA-1 Adapter not included
Specs
INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS
Inputs |
Built-in mic (stereo) |
1 |
XLR/TRS |
2 |
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MIC/LINE IN |
1 |
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Outputs |
Headphones |
1 |
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 |
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INPUT1-2 |
Connector |
XLR/TRS combo jacks ×２ |
(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 |
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MIC/LINE IN |
Connector |
Stereo mini jack |
（supports plug-in power） |
Input gain |
Adjustment unnecessary |
Input impedance |
2 kΩ or more |
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OUTPUTS
Headphones |
Connector |
Stereo mini jack |
Maximum output level |
20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（into 32 Ω load） |
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Output impedance |
15 Ω or less |
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Built-in speaker |
Type |
20 x 30mm elliptical dynamic speaker |
Effective maximum output |
250mW |
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RECORDER
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks |
4 |
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks |
4 |
Recording formats |
WAV |
44.1/48/96 kHz, |
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32-bit float mono/stereo |
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BWF and iXML formats supported |
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Recording media |
4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification |
64GB–1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification |
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DISPLAY
2.0-inch full-color LCD |
360 x 240 |
USB
Connector |
USB Type-C |
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• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. |
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Audio Interface |
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 |
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File transfer |
USB 2.0 High Speed |
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REMOTE
DEDICATED WIRELESS ADAPTER |
ZOOM BTA-1 |
POWER
2 AA batteries |
Alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries |
AC Adapter |
ZOOM AD-17：DC 5V / 1 A |
• USB bus power is supported. |
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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
• These values are approximate.
• Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
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 (33Ω load), no remote, display power saving on, display brightness at Medium
• These values are approximate.
• Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
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 (33Ω load), no remote, display power saving on, display brightness at Medium
• These values are approximate.
• Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
Power consumption |
3 W maximum |
Dimensions |
66.9 mm (W) × 156.1 mm (D) × 38.0 mm (H) |
Weight (including batteries) |
243 g |
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
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.
Sound Pressure Level
The 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs feature Zoom’s 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.
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 track’s 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 H4essential’s XLR inputs with external mics for one-on-one conversations and the X/Y mics for interviews on-the-go.
Premium Features
CARE & MAINTENANCE
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