Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
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DESCRIPTION
Key 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
- Function as a 4x2 USB-C Audio Interface
- Tripod Mountable
- Compatible with BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
- 10-Hour Operation on 2 AA Batteries
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
| 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 |
| Phantom Power Current | 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 |
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 | 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) |
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) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.665 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.9 x 4.7 x 1.8" |