Zoom H4essential Handy Recorder | 32-Bit Float Audio Recorder | 4-Track Portable Field Recorder with XLR Inputs
Professional 32-Bit Float Recording
The Zoom H4essential features advanced 32-bit float recording, allowing you to capture distortion-free audio without adjusting gain levels. Perfect for unpredictable recording environments.
4-Track Recording Capability
Record up to four tracks simultaneously, combining the built-in microphones with external inputs for versatile audio production.
Built-In X/Y Stereo Microphones
High-quality X/Y microphones provide clear stereo recording, ideal for music, interviews, and ambient sound capture.
Dual XLR/TRS Inputs for External Mics
Connect professional microphones, instruments, or mixers using the two XLR/TRS combo inputs, expanding your recording capabilities.
USB Audio Interface Function
Use the H4essential as a USB audio interface for your computer or mobile device, making it suitable for streaming, podcasting, and remote recording.
Creator-Friendly Features
Includes essential tools such as:
Overdubbing
Pre-record and auto-record
Low-cut filter
Playback speed control
Portable and Durable Design
Compact and lightweight, the H4essential is built for field recording, travel, and on-location production.
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 (XLR) : 3.8 kΩ or more
LINE (TRS) : 39 kΩ or more
Maximum input level
MIC (XLR) : +4 dBu
LINE (TRS) : +24 dBu
Phantom power
+48 V
Channel total 10 mA or less
Equivalent input noise
MIC (XLR) : -120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input
LINE (TRS) : 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
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