Zoom H4

The Zoom H4 does just about anything you'd expect in a recorder of its class. The Zoom H4 Handy Recorder comes with sophisticated functionalities and an advanced interface.

Use the Zoom H4 to record directly to .wav or .mp3 files. The recorder is a 4-track mini recording studio, and can be used as a computer interface. What's more, there's a built-in handy tuner and metronome feature to save time when looking for other 'gadgets' in the midst of concentrating on the performance.

Being flexible, the Zoom H4 recorder has the capability to emulate 4 different types of microphones, too. And to really seep your teeth into the meat of this recorder, getting into the manual is a must because that's where you learn to get the best out of this beast.

Simply use 2 AA batteries and power the H4 recorderfor roughly 4 hours. Besides, you can also use a 9V DC power supply as well. There's a USB output on the device.

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Zoom H4 Handy

Are you going to be recording a live performance somewhere? How about a podcast, or a class or workshop? Considering recording a rehearsal, a songwriting session or even a sizzling performance of your band? Then look at the Zoom H4 first.

The Zoom H4 Handy Recorderhas more recording tools available than any device ever made. Surprisingly, it weighs only 6.7 ounces (190g).

The Zoom H4 Handy puts a remarkable amount of recording power in the palm of your hand just when you need it - possibly without additional gadgets required for a quality recording.

The sleek and sturdy exterior houses and protects built-in studio effects such as compression, limiting and mic modeling. You can easily use the combination XLR-1.25-inch inputs for external mics, guitars, bass or keyboards.

Also added onboard: Check out the Zoom's most incredible microphone, guitar and bass modeling, accurately reproducing the tone of the most famous microphones and amps ever made.

Audio can be recorded directly as WAV or MP3 files. Want to move them to your computer fast? Simply use the USB connectionfor easy file moving, editing, mixing and mastering to perfection.

The Zoom H4 recorder uses an X-Y microphone configuration. The two microphones at the end of the device point inward at a crossing angle. This allows the recorder to cover a wide area, and at the same time capture sound sources in the center with perfect clarity and definition you want and need.

Because sound is picked up by both mics at the same time, phase differences between the L and R mic channels vanish.

Truly, the Zoom H4 Handy Recorder is more than a hand-held recorder. It provides you with a simple way to record high quality audio. It's a full function stereo recorder capable of a wide range of recording rates, from low grade MP3 to 24bit - 96K .wav files. If you wish, you can also can use the Zoom H4 as a portable 4 track recorder with a USB interface. How do users rate and talk about the recorder? Learn more from the Zoom H4 review page.