ZOOM - H4essential 32-Bit Float HANDY RECORDER

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
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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 then English, please visit 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

Premium Features
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Soft Touch Controls
Recording and rotary controls have been designed to allow for quiet operation.

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

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

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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.

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

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

Features and Specs
H4essential
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

Specs
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 kO or more
LINE: 39 kO 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 O input
LINE: -95 dBu or less(IHF-A) @600 O input
MIC/LINE IN Connector Stereo mini jack
(supports plug-in power) Input gain Adjustment unnecessary
Input impedance 2 kO or more

OUTPUTS
Headphones Connector Stereo mini jack
Maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW(into 32 O load)
Output impedance 15 O 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 (33O 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 (33O 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