Zoom H4 Essential Handheld Recorder for Musicians, Podcasters & Filmmakers
Model: H4 essential
Key features
- Hardware Interface: Secure Digital Card, USB
- Microphone Form Factor: Built-In
- Headphones Jack: 3.5 millimeters
- Number of Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
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- Connectivity
- USB-C, XLR
The Zoom H4essential is built for creators who need more ways to record. Whether you’re capturing music, podcasts, interviews, video audio, live performances, or field recordings, it gives you the flexibility to record with built-in microphones, external mics, instruments, mixers, and other gear. With 4-track recording and 32-bit float technology, the H4essential helps you capture clean, usable audio even when sounds get louder or quieter than expected. Record detailed audio up to 96 kHz, connect through two XLR/TRS inputs, or use USB-C to record and stream with your phone, tablet, or computer. You can also record to your device while saving a backup directly to SD card, giving you more confidence during important sessions. With spoken menu guidance, a color LCD, and an easy recording workflow, the H4essential is a powerful step up for musicians, filmmakers, podcasters, and creators who want better sound and more control.
Product Overview
- Compatible Devices: Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet
- Brand: Zoom
- Hardware Interface: Secure Digital Card, USB
- Microphone Form Factor: Built-In
- Format: WAV
- Headphones Jack: 3.5 millimeters
- Number of Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
- Product Dimensions: 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H
- Memory Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- Item Weight: 243 g
Product Features
- CAPTURE BIGGER PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE – Record music, interviews, podcasts, video audio, and live performances with a 4-track recorder that helps you capture more of the moment without worrying about distorted takes.
- PLUG IN THE MICS AND GEAR YOU NEED – Use the built-in stereo microphones, connect external mics or instruments, or plug into a mixer or soundboard with two XLR/TRS inputs.
- CLEAR SOUND FOR CREATIVE WORK – Capture detailed audio for songs, videos, podcasts, interviews, and field recordings, whether you’re recording quiet dialogue, loud performances, or anything in between.
- RECORD TO YOUR DEVICE AND YOUR SD CARD – Connect to your phone, tablet, or computer with USB-C for recording or streaming, while also saving a backup directly to SD card.
- EASIER TO USE FOR MORE CREATORS – Spoken menu guidance helps make recording more accessible for visually impaired users and easier to navigate for anyone who wants a more guided experience.
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet |
| Hardware Interface | Secure Digital Card, USB |
| Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
| Format | WAV |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 millimeters |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Screen Size | 2 inches |
| Digital Recording Time | 10 hours |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H |
| Item Weight | 243 g |
| Brand | Zoom |
| Model Number | H4 essential |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Zoom |
| Item Highlight | Clip-Free Audio with 32-Bit Float, 4 Tracks, Stereo Mics, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Built-In Media | ZH4 |
| Item Type Name | Portable Studio Recorder |
| Mfr Part Number | ZH4E |
| Warranty Description | 1 year - replacement. |
- Compatible Devices
- Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet
- Hardware Interface
- Secure Digital Card, USB
- Microphone Form Factor
- Built-In
- Format
- WAV
- Headphones Jack
- 3.5 millimeters
- Number of Batteries
- 2 AA batteries required.
- Memory Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- Screen Size
- 2 inches
- Digital Recording Time
- 10 hours
- Microphone Operation Mode
- Stereo
- Item Dimensions D x W x H
- 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H
- Item Weight
- 243 g
- Brand
- Zoom
- Model Number
- H4 essential
- Number of Items
- 1
- Manufacturer
- Zoom
- Item Highlight
- Clip-Free Audio with 32-Bit Float, 4 Tracks, Stereo Mics, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Built-In Media
- ZH4
- Item Type Name
- Portable Studio Recorder
- Mfr Part Number
- ZH4E
- Warranty Description
- 1 year - replacement.
Every order includes free next-day shipping. The delivery service and $0 shipping charge are confirmed at checkout.
Description
The Zoom H4essential is built for creators who need more ways to record. Whether you’re capturing music, podcasts, interviews, video audio, live performances, or field recordings, it gives you the flexibility to record with built-in microphones, external mics, instruments, mixers, and other gear. With 4-track recording and 32-bit float technology, the H4essential helps you capture clean, usable audio even when sounds get louder or quieter than expected. Record detailed audio up to 96 kHz, connect through two XLR/TRS inputs, or use USB-C to record and stream with your phone, tablet, or computer. You can also record to your device while saving a backup directly to SD card, giving you more confidence during important sessions. With spoken menu guidance, a color LCD, and an easy recording workflow, the H4essential is a powerful step up for musicians, filmmakers, podcasters, and creators who want better sound and more control.
Product Overview
- Compatible Devices: Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet
- Brand: Zoom
- Hardware Interface: Secure Digital Card, USB
- Microphone Form Factor: Built-In
- Format: WAV
- Headphones Jack: 3.5 millimeters
- Number of Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
- Product Dimensions: 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H
- Memory Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- Item Weight: 243 g
Product Features
- CAPTURE BIGGER PROJECTS WITH CONFIDENCE – Record music, interviews, podcasts, video audio, and live performances with a 4-track recorder that helps you capture more of the moment without worrying about distorted takes.
- PLUG IN THE MICS AND GEAR YOU NEED – Use the built-in stereo microphones, connect external mics or instruments, or plug into a mixer or soundboard with two XLR/TRS inputs.
- CLEAR SOUND FOR CREATIVE WORK – Capture detailed audio for songs, videos, podcasts, interviews, and field recordings, whether you’re recording quiet dialogue, loud performances, or anything in between.
- RECORD TO YOUR DEVICE AND YOUR SD CARD – Connect to your phone, tablet, or computer with USB-C for recording or streaming, while also saving a backup directly to SD card.
- EASIER TO USE FOR MORE CREATORS – Spoken menu guidance helps make recording more accessible for visually impaired users and easier to navigate for anyone who wants a more guided experience.
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet |
| Hardware Interface | Secure Digital Card, USB |
| Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
| Format | WAV |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 millimeters |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Screen Size | 2 inches |
| Digital Recording Time | 10 hours |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H |
| Item Weight | 243 g |
| Brand | Zoom |
| Model Number | H4 essential |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Zoom |
| Item Highlight | Clip-Free Audio with 32-Bit Float, 4 Tracks, Stereo Mics, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Built-In Media | ZH4 |
| Item Type Name | Portable Studio Recorder |
| Mfr Part Number | ZH4E |
| Warranty Description | 1 year - replacement. |
Specifications
- Compatible Devices
- Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet
- Hardware Interface
- Secure Digital Card, USB
- Microphone Form Factor
- Built-In
- Format
- WAV
- Headphones Jack
- 3.5 millimeters
- Number of Batteries
- 2 AA batteries required.
- Memory Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- Screen Size
- 2 inches
- Digital Recording Time
- 10 hours
- Microphone Operation Mode
- Stereo
- Item Dimensions D x W x H
- 66.9"D x 156.1"W x 38"H
- Item Weight
- 243 g
- Brand
- Zoom
- Model Number
- H4 essential
- Number of Items
- 1
- Manufacturer
- Zoom
- Item Highlight
- Clip-Free Audio with 32-Bit Float, 4 Tracks, Stereo Mics, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Built-In Media
- ZH4
- Item Type Name
- Portable Studio Recorder
- Mfr Part Number
- ZH4E
- Warranty Description
- 1 year - replacement.
What's included
Shipping
Every order includes free next-day shipping. The delivery service and $0 shipping charge are confirmed at checkout.
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