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Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder

Thursday, October 22, 2009


The Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder fits in your palm and is ideal for recording live musical performances, interviews, podcasts, meetings, classes and seminars. The H4 allows you to record 24-bit/96 kHz digital audio as well as in MP3 format with bitrates up to 320kbps.

The H4 features two studio-quality electret condenser microphones configured in an X/Y pattern for true stereo recording. It also includes 2 combination XLR-1/4-inch input jacks with phantom power for use with any external microphones of your choice. And the H4 is loaded with onboard studio effects such as compression, limiting and mic modeling. An 1/8-inch headphone jack is also provided for monitoring.

The H4 records on to Secure Digital (SD) media, a 128MB SD card is included with the unit. With a 2GB SD memory card, the H4 provides up to 380 minutes of recording in 16-bit mode (CD Quality), and 34 hours in MP3 stereo mode. And to move your recordings to a PC or Mac, the H4 includes a USB mass-storage interface.

The H4 provides four hours of continuous recording operation from 2 AA batteries. A back-lit, 128x64 pixel LCD provides the visual interface. An AC adapter, USB cable, windshield cover and tripod adapter are also included.

It's also a 4-Track Recorder!

Unlike other field recorders, the H4 also has a 4-track recording mode for easy-to-use mobile multi-track recording. The H4 will also render 4-track audio with CD quality, 16-bit/44.1 kHz resolution.

Songwriters and musicians can use the combination XLR-1/4-inch high-impedance phone inputs for vocals, guitars, bass or keyboards. Also onboard are Zoom's most incredible guitar and bass amplifier modeling effects. These effects accurately reproduce the sounds of the most famous guitar amps ever made.

And by-the-way, it's also an Audio Interface

Recording directly to your computer has never been easier than with the Zoom H4 Handy Recorder. The H4 is the only portable digital recorder that also serves as your USB audio interface, allowing direct recording of instruments and vocals to your computer. And, if you don't already have a DAW, that's okay because every H4 comes bundled with Cubase LE, the perfect 48-Track Digital Audio Workstation for easy editing, mixing and mastering of your recordings on either Windows or Mac.

Together, these features make the Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder the most versatile portable recording device ever offered.

Mobile Field Recording
Fits in the palm of your hand
Ideal for infinite variety of mobile recording applications
Records 24-bit/96 kHz digital audio as well as MP3 format with bitrates up to 320kbps
Two studio quality X/Y pattern condenser microphones for true stereo recording
Two combination XLR-1/4-inch input jacks with phantom power
Onboard studio effects compression, limiting and mic modeling
1/8-inch headphone jack provided for monitoring
128MB Secure Digital (SD) card included.
Using a 2GB SD memory card provides 380 minutes of recording with CD Quality sound
Up to 34 hours recording in MP3 stereo mode
USB mass-storage interface
Four hours of continuous recording operation from 2 AA batteries
Back-lit, 128'64 pixel LCD provides the visual interface
AC adapter, windshield cover, USB Cable and tripod adapter included

4-Track Recording
4-track audio in CD quality 16-bit PCM, 44.1 kHz sampling
Combination high-impedance phone inputs for vocals, guitars, bass or keyboards.
Built in guitar amp modeling equivalent to the Zoom G2

Audio Interface
Records directly to your computer as a USB audio interface
Bundled with Cubase LE, 48-Track Digital Audio Workstation software
The H2 and H4 are two of the most exciting products in the industry. Both of these state of the art recorders offer features that make them stand out. Here are some of the distinct advantages the H2 and H4 have over other field recorders. H4 Advantages XLR-1/4 Combo Inputs with Phantom Power USB Audio Interface 4-Track Recorder Multi-Effects including Guitar/Mic Modeling Cubase IncludedXLR-1/4 Combo Inputs with Phantom PowerThe H4 has 2 onboard Mic Preamps with XLR inputs and Phantom Power. Any microphone from hand-held dynamic mics to high-end studio condensers can be plugged right in to the H4 with no adapters necessary. The H4 1/4 inputs allow the H4 to record directly from your guitar, bass or any line level source.

USB Audio InterfaceThe H4 can function as a 2 track USB Audio Interface. You can record directly into any computer simply by plugging in the H4. This sets the H4 apart from other portable recorders by eliminating the need for a separate piece of gear to record in real time with your computer. You can even power the H4 off of the USB port for recording with a laptop.

4-Track Recorder
Not just a Stereo Field Recorder, the H4 has a 4 track mode that allows it to transform into a portable multi-track studio. Lay down a couple of rhythm tracks, and then add a lead and a vocal. Mix it all down right on board and you can instantly transfer a finished recording right to your computer via USB.

Multi-Effects including Guitar/Mic Modeling
The H4 has a built in Multi effects processor equivalent to the Zoom G2. This processor includes guitar and bass effects, amp and mic modeling as well as Noise Reduction. With 50 easy to use presets and room for more, you can create and save your own sounds for recording. Cubase Included
Every H4 comes bundled with Cubase LE software from Steinberg. With Cubase, you can edit, record, mix and convert your recordings using your computer. Combining the power of computer recording with the portability and ease of use of a field recorder, this bundle gives you the most comprehensive recording experience available.

The Zoom H4 - he Most Versatile Recorder Ever

H2 Advantages
4 Mics for 360 degree Surround Recording Very Affordable Ease of Use Time Stamp and Mark Function Included Accessories

4 Mics for 360 degree Surround Recording
The Zoom H2 has 4 built in microphones, allowing it to pick up sound in stereo from the front and rear of the recorder. This allows the Zoom H2 to accurately capture and reproduce the most lifelike and realistic recordings imaginable. Because the H2 can record sound from all around, it can capture sounds from sources that would escape most other field recorders.

Very Affordable
With a List Price of $334.99 the Zoom H2 is much more affordable than comparable field recorders. With features and performance typical of recorders costing twice as much, the Zoom H2 allows a whole new group of users make professional sounding recordings without investing in a whole studio worth of gear.

Ease of Use
With its intuitive User Interface and easy to read LCD screen, the H2 makes recording simple. Setting levels, recording and playback can all be achieved without accessing menus, making operation so easy it can be done without even looking. And with features like Auto Start, Auto Gain and Pre-Record, the H2 makes it easy for beginners to get great recordings every time. Time Stamp and Mark Function
>The H2 includes a Time stamp function that automatically saves date and time information with every file recorded. This makes organizing and archiving your files a snap. You can also use the H2 Track Mark function to set mark points while recording. Marked files are saved in Broadcast WAV Format (BWF) making the H2 a powerful tool for Electronic News Gathering (ENG).Included Accessories
The Zoom H2 includes a long list of standard accessories that give you everything you need to start recording right away. The H2 includes a 512MB SD card for up to 17 hours of recording time right out of the box. Also included are the windscreen, desktop stand and mic clip adapter. The H2 comes with a stereo cable for input or output, a USB cable and AC adapter. Zoom has even thrown in Earbuds for instant playback of your recordings.

Source : http://www.audiolines.com/Studio-Recording/Recording-Duplication-Playback/Portable-Recorders/Zoom-H4-handy-Recorder

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