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    "summary": "Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder. Zoom. H4 ESSENTIAL. Pro Audio Recording. Pro Audio Recording Multi Track Recorders. available from verified retail listing. price range 299.99 CAD. condition new. Four Tracks. More Options. 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 \u0026bull; 4-track 32-bit float recorder with Dual A\/D Converters \u0026bull; Clip-free recording with no need to set gain \u0026bull; Records up to 96kHZ sample rate \u0026bull; Color LCD Screen \u0026bull; 130 dB SPL XY Mic \u0026bull; 2 XLR\/TRS combo inputs with locking connector \u0026bull; 3.5mm mic\/line input for lavalier mics and line level sources \u0026bull; Built-in mixer to adjust each track's audio level \u0026bull; Built-in speaker for quick reference playback \u0026bull; 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera \u0026bull; Voice Guidance accessibility for the visually impaired \u0026bull; 32-Bit Float audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via USB-C port \u0026bull; Use as an interface and record to SD card simultaneously \u0026bull; Record to SD cads up to 1TB \u0026bull; 10 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C Bus Power Specifications 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: 90\u0026deg; 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\u0026#65306;2 HOT TRS\u0026#65306;TIP HOT\u0026#65289; Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary Input impedanceXLR: 3 k\u0026#8486; or more TRS : 3 k\u0026#8486; or more Maximum input level: XLR : +4 dBu TRS : +24 dBu Phantom power: +48 V Equivalent input noise: -120 dBu or less\u0026#65288;IHF-A) @150 \u0026#8486; input MIC\/LINE IN Connector: Stereo mini jack x1 Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary Input impedance: 2 k\u0026#8486; or more Outputs HEADPHONES Connector: Stereo mini jack x1 Maximum output level: 20 \u0026#65357;W + 20 \u0026#65357;W\u0026#65288;into 32 \u0026#8486; load\u0026#65289; Output impedance: 15 \u0026#8486; 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\u0026#65288;ZOOM BTA-1\u0026#65289; Power 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) AC adapter\u0026#65288;ZOOM AD-17\u0026#65289;\u0026#65306;DC 5V\/1A USB bus power is supported. POWER CONSUMPTION: 3 W maximum DIMENSIONS: 66.9 mm (W) 156.1 mm (D) 38.0\u0026#12288;mm (H) WEIGHT (INCLUDING BATTERIES): 226g Q \u0026 A Question: Can I use with Lavalier mics? - asked on May 26, 2025 Answer: Yes, you can use lavalier microphones with the Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder. The recorder has a 3.5mm mic\/line input that is specifically designed for lavalier mics and other line-level sources. This input allows you to connect a lavalier mic directly to the recorder for capturing clear and professional-grade audio - answered by Wade Brennan, Pickering, Ontario Was this answer helpful? Vote helpful Vote not helpful Please Sign In or Register to ask a question \u003cdiv. Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder. Zoom. H4 ESSENTIAL. Pro Audio Recording. Pro Audio Recording Multi Track Recorders. Four Tracks. More Options. 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 \u0026bull; 4-track 32-bit float recorder with Dual A\/D Converters \u0026bull; Clip-free recording with no need to set gain \u0026bull; Records up to 96kHZ sample rate \u0026bull; Color LCD Screen \u0026bull; 130 dB SPL XY Mic \u0026bull; 2 XLR\/TRS combo inputs with locking connector \u0026bull; 3.5mm mic\/line input for lavalier mics and line level sources \u0026bull; Built-in mixer to adjust each track's audio level \u0026bull; Built-in speaker for quick reference playback \u0026bull; 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera \u0026bull; Voice Guidance accessibility for the visually impaired \u0026bull; 32-Bit Float audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via USB-C port \u0026bull; Use as an interface and record to SD card simultaneously \u0026bull; Record to SD cads up to 1TB \u0026bull; 10 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C Bus Power Specifications 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: 90\u0026deg; 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\u0026#65306;2 HOT TRS\u0026#65306;TIP HOT\u0026#65289; Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary Input impedanceXLR: 3 k\u0026#8486; or more TRS : 3 k\u0026#8486; or more Maximum input level: XLR : +4 dBu TRS : +24 dBu Phantom power: +48 V Equivalent input noise: -120 dBu or less\u0026#65288;IHF-A) @150 \u0026#8486; input MIC\/LINE IN Connector: Stereo mini jack x1 Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary Input impedance: 2 k\u0026#8486; or more Outputs HEADPHONES Connector: Stereo mini jack x1 Maximum output level: 20 \u0026#65357;W + 20 \u0026#65357;W\u0026#65288;into 32 \u0026#8486; load\u0026#65289; Output impedance: 15 \u0026#8486; 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\u0026#65288;ZOOM BTA-1\u0026#65289; Power 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) AC adapter\u0026#65288;ZOOM AD-17\u0026#65289;\u0026#65306;DC 5V\/1A USB bus power is supported. POWER CONSUMPTION: 3 W maximum DIMENSIONS: 66.9 mm (W) 156.1 mm (D) 38.0\u0026#12288;mm (H) WEIGHT (INCLUDING BATTERIES): 226g Q \u0026 A Question: Can I use with Lavalier mics? - asked on May 26, 2025 Answer: Yes, you can use lavalier microphones with the Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Audio Recorder. The recorder has a 3.5mm mic\/line input that is specifically designed for lavalier mics and other line-level sources. This input allows you to connect a lavalier mic directly to the recorder for capturing clear and professional-grade audio - answered by Wade Brennan, Pickering, Ontario Was this answer helpful? 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