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H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder
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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.
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.
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
• 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 ChannelsINPUTS
Built-in mic (stereo): 1
XLR/TRS: 2
MIC/LINE IN: 1
OUTPUTS
Headphones: 1
Built-in speaker (mono): 1
Inputs
BUILT-IN MIC: 90° XY stereo format
Directionality: Unidirectional
Sensitivity: 43 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum sound pressure input: 130 dB SPL
XLR/TRS
Connector: XLR/TRS combo jacks x2 (XLR：2 HOT TRS：TIP HOT）
Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary
Input impedanceXLR: 3 kΩ or more TRS : 3 kΩ or more
Maximum input level: XLR : +4 dBu TRS : +24 dBu
Phantom power: +48 V
Equivalent input noise: -120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input
MIC/LINE IN
Connector: Stereo mini jack x1
Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary
Input impedance: 2 kΩ or more
Outputs
HEADPHONES
Connector: Stereo mini jack x1
Maximum output level: 20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（into 32 Ω load）
Output impedance: 15 Ω or less
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
64GB1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification
Display
Display: 2.0-inch full-color LCD(360 x 240)
USB
CONNECTOR: USB Type-C Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.
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
4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
AC adapter（ZOOM AD-17）：DC 5V/1A
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): 226g
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A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
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Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder | 801097 |
