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

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

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The Zoom H4essential Portable Recorder bundle is designed to deliver seamless recording excellence with its 32-bit float recording technology, ensuring crystal-clear, distortion-free sound, even at high SPLs of up to 130 dB. Equipped with dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs, built-in low-noise preamps, and +48V phantom power, it offers exceptional versatility for musicians, filmmakers, and podcasters alike. The onboard X/Y microphones capture detailed stereo sound, making it ideal for a variety of recording environments. The package also includes a 32GB MicroSD card and 5x AA batteries, ensuring you’re always ready to record whenever inspiration strikes.

Designed for ease of use and connectivity, the H4essential features a 2" color display for real-time waveform monitoring and a user-friendly onboard mixer for track adjustments. With the USB-C port, it functions as a 4-in / 2-out audio interface for streaming to computers or smart devices. Whether recording live music, on-set sound, or podcast interviews, the H4essential’s XLR inputs and Bluetooth connectivity for iOS devices make it adaptable to any creative need. Its long battery life, quiet operation, and convenience-focused design, including a built-in speaker and large storage capacity, empower creators to work effortlessly and capture every moment with professional-quality audio.

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Product Name Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
Brand Zoom
MPN ZH4E
UPC 4515260029389

What's in the Box?

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

  • 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
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
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
Analog I/O 2x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable), 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input, 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone/Line Output
Digital I/O No
Phantom Power +48 V, 10 mA (Max)
System Connection 1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0)
Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only
Wireless Bluetooth (Via Optional Adapter)
Mobile App Compatible Yes: iOS Only, App Name: H4essntial Control App, Functionality: Remote Control
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 Options Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type 2x 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 (Included)

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

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The Zoom H4essential Portable Recorder bundle is designed to deliver seamless recording excellence with its 32-bit float recording technology, ensuring crystal-clear, distortion-free sound, even at high SPLs of up to 130 dB. Equipped with dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs, built-in low-noise preamps, and +48V phantom power, it offers exceptional versatility for musicians, filmmakers, and podcasters alike. The onboard X/Y microphones capture detailed stereo sound, making it ideal for a variety of recording environments. The package also includes a 32GB MicroSD card and 5x AA batteries, ensuring you’re always ready to record whenever inspiration strikes.

Designed for ease of use and connectivity, the H4essential features a 2" color display for real-time waveform monitoring and a user-friendly onboard mixer for track adjustments. With the USB-C port, it functions as a 4-in / 2-out audio interface for streaming to computers or smart devices. Whether recording live music, on-set sound, or podcast interviews, the H4essential’s XLR inputs and Bluetooth connectivity for iOS devices make it adaptable to any creative need. Its long battery life, quiet operation, and convenience-focused design, including a built-in speaker and large storage capacity, empower creators to work effortlessly and capture every moment with professional-quality audio.

More Information
Product Name Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
Brand Zoom
MPN ZH4E
UPC 4515260029389

What's in the Box?

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

Features
  • 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
Tech Specs
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
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
Analog I/O 2x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable), 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input, 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone/Line Output
Digital I/O No
Phantom Power +48 V, 10 mA (Max)
System Connection 1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0)
Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only
Wireless Bluetooth (Via Optional Adapter)
Mobile App Compatible Yes: iOS Only, App Name: H4essntial Control App, Functionality: Remote Control
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 Options Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type 2x 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 (Included)
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