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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.
Product Name | Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder |
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Brand | Zoom |
MPN | ZH4E |
UPC | 4515260029389 |
What's in the Box?
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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
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.
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) |
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