Zoom H4essential 4-Track Recorder with 32-Bit Float Recording, Accessibility, and Stereo Microphones

The Zoom H4essential comes with four tracks, 32-bit float recording, advanced X and Y mics, and 2 XLR and TRS inputs, creators have more ways to record their music, podcasts, and audio-for-video. 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 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. The 2 XLR and TRS combo inputs feature Zoom’s ultra-clean preamps that support phantom power and plus 4 dBu professional line level input. The onboard X and Y microphones can capture sound up to a thunderous 130 dB SPL, equivalent to a rock concert. Stream in the 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 and 2-out audio interface. 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. The H4essential is perfect for recording music. With 2 XLR and TRS inputs and the stereo X and Y microphones it's easy to record live shows, rehearsals, and songs. The XLR inputs can be used to capture on-set dialogue and audio for sound design. The onboard X and Y microphones are perfect for recording ambiance. Podcasters can use the H4essential’s XLR inputs with external mics for one-on-one conversations and the X and Y mics for interviews on the go.

Zoom Bluetooth Adapter

The Zoom Bluetooth Adapter lets you use the Ring Controller wirelessly during live performances. Use the Ring for wireless control of all your MIDI instruments and devices connected to your computer, samplers, synths, and drum machines, as well as MIDI-enabled effects processors.

Ergonomics

The BTA-1 can also be used with the LiveTrak L-20 and L-20R. It offers wireless control via a free iOS mobile app featuring most onboard functions, including Fader Levels and Modes, Scenes, EQ, EFX sends, returns, parameters, and more.

Smooth Mechanism

Additionally, the BTA-1 helps you stay out of the shot when recording 360-audio on the H3-VR Handy Recorder. In conjunction with the BTA-1, the H3 Control App lets you remotely access transport controls, level settings, and metadata notes right from your iOS device. It is easy to communicate up to 10 meters in an unobstructed indoor space with BTA-1 units.