The H4n offers the most sophisticated and robust portable handheld recorder that Zoom has produced to date. The Zoom H4n recorder has been designed with an emphasis on improving the experience for the user. Several features from the very popular Zoom H2 have been incorporated into the H4n, such as the Broadcast Wave format (BWF), which adds to its appeal.
In addition to the Broadcast Wave Format (BWF), Zoom has integrated compatible time stamp and track marker functions, and auto-record and pre-record features into this model, so you never miss a moment. The result is a portable digital recorder that produces superior audio recordings, of a quality that has blown already loyal Zoom customers away!
The H4n has a combination of feature, which make recording high
definition audio at 24-bit/96kHz easy, and portable. The H4n is ideal
for people wishing to record audio to be used in film or media, as well
as for music recordings. The H4n has integral X/Y stereo condenser
microphones, as well as a digitally controlled mic pre-amp, and the
ability to allow variable recording patterns of either 90° or 120 °.
The H4n has the ability to use both its internal and external
microphones simultaneously for 4-channel recording. The quality of
recordings can be further enhanced by using supplementary
equipment.
In particular for the musically inclined the Zoom H4n is has a user
friendly multi-track recording capability along with Hi-Z Inputs for
recording guitar and bass. Not to mention features such as variable
speed playback for “phrase training”, onboard studio effects, and more
than 50 guitar and bass amp modelling settings.
In technically terms the Zoom H4n records high-resolution audio at
24bit/96kHz on SD/SDHC media of up to 32GB and is USB 2.0, and as such a
Hi-Speed device, which allows files to be transferred to your computer
at the highest rate available. The included Cubase LE recording software
allows you to edit and create your own CDs, to post your recordings, or
to send them by e-mail as you wish!
The Zoom H4n field recorder is shipped with a 1 GB SD card, wind screen,
mic clip adapter, AC adapter, USB cable, protective case and Cubase LE
recording software.
Physically this Zoom portable digital recorder has a large 1.9 inch LCD
screen, an all-metal microphone, a robust and rubberised, shock
resistant body for improved chassis protection and reduced handling
noise. The H4n was designed with a built-in mounting joint for tripod
and microphone stand use. Impressively the H4n has the ability to
operate continuously for an incredible 10 hours on one set of AA
batteries.
The possibilities are endless!
The H4n also
functions as a USB audio
interface, letting you record directly to your computer. Use your
favorite recording software or the bundled Cubase LE 4 from Steinberg,
so you can start to
produce and edit music right away.
Box Contents
Zoom H4n
1GB SD Card
Windscreen
Mic Clip Adaptor
Ac Adaptor
Protective Carry Case
USB Cable