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Zoom H4essential Handheld 4-Track, 32-Bit Recorder

MFR# ZH4E
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  • 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

Four 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.

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.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.*

* To use a language other than English, please visit Zoom Support and Downloads.

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.

Record and Stream

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.

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.

Pair With Your iOS Device

Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.

Bluetooth Timecode

With the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.

*BTA-1 Adapter not included

Soft Touch Controls

Recording and rotary controls have been designed to allow for quiet operation.

Built-In Speaker

You can use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.

Now In Color

The new full-color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H4essential's menu and functions.

In and Out

Use the 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera. The H4essential also features a 3.5mm mic/line input.

Advanced XY Mics

The onboard X/Y microphones capture crystal clear audio up to 130 dB SPL.

High Capacity Storage

The H4essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.

INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS

Inputs Built-in mic (stereo) 1
XLR/TRS 2
MIC/LINE IN 1
Outputs Headphones 1
Built-in speaker (mono) 1

INPUTS

Built-in mic 90º XY stereo format
Directionality Unidirectional
Sensitivity –43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum sound pressure input 130 dB SPL
INPUT1-2 Connector XLR/TRS combo jacks ×２
(XLR：2 HOT TRS：TIP HOT）
Input gain Adjustment unnecessary
Input impedance MIC: 3.8 kΩ or more
LINE: 39 kΩ or more
Maximum input level MIC: +4 dBu
LINE: +24 dBu
Phantom power +48 V
Channel total 10 mA or less
Equivalent input noise MIC: -120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input
LINE: -95 dBu or less（IHF-A) @600 Ω input
MIC/LINE IN Connector Stereo mini jack
（supports plug-in power） Input gain Adjustment unnecessary
Input impedance 2 kΩ or more

OUTPUTS

Headphones Connector Stereo mini jack
Maximum output level 20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（into 32 Ω load）
Output impedance 15 Ω or less
Built-in speaker Type 20 x 30mm elliptical dynamic speaker
Effective maximum output 250mW

RECORDER

Maximum simultaneous recording tracks 4
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks 4
Recording formats WAV
44.1/48/96 kHz,
32-bit float mono/stereo
BWF and iXML formats supported
Recording media 4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
64GB–1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification

DISPLAY

2.0-inch full-color LCD 360 x 240

USB

Connector USB Type-C
• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
USB Mic USB 2.0 High Speed
44.1/48 kHz
24-bit /32-bit float
4-in/2-out
File transfer USB2.0 High Speed

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.

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

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