Zoom H-4 Essential 32-Bit Float Recording Overview:

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.

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.

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

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.

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

 

Specifications:

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: 10 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.
    
• Audio Interface
  • • USB 2.0 High Speed
      
    • Input and output channels: 4 in / 2 out (Multi)
      
    • 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)
      
    • Sampling frequency: 44.1/48/96 kHz (AIF only)
      
    • 44.1/48 kHz (AIF + onboard recording)
      
    • Bit depth: 24-bit, 32-bit float
      
• File transfer: USB 2.0 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.
• Power consumption: 3 W maximum
  
• Dimensions: 66.9 mm (W) × 156.1 mm (D) × 38.0　mm (H)
  
• Weight (including batteries): 243 g