Ideal for guitarists, bassists, and vocalists looking to produce studio-quality tracks on a single travel-friendly device, the Zoom H4n Portable Handheld Recorder with Onboard Stereo Microphone Capsule and versatile mic/line/instrument inputs lets you record up to four tracks of high-resolution audio in the palm of your hand. Plug in your favorite guitar and microphone, and enjoy unlimited overdubbing, amp simulation, and a slew of effects to develop your tracks into a polished mix.
Like other H-Series Handy recorders such as the H5 and H6, you can hold it in your hand, attach it to a mic stand or tripod, or mount it to a camera (shoe mount available separately). The H4n Pro packs a surprising array of features into a rugged rubberized body that's more than ready to meet the varied demands of songwriters, musicians, filmmakers, sound designers, content creators, and more.
Specs
Portable Recorder
Form Factor
Handheld Recorder
Primary Use Applications
Audio-for-Video, Music Recording
Number of Tracks
4
Number of Input Channels
4 (2 x Mono, 1 x Stereo)
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Microphone
Built-In Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration
Number of Microphone Preamps
2 Preamps
Built-In Speaker
Yes, 400 mW Mono
Display
Monochrome LCD (Backlit)
Memory Card Support
SD (16 MB Up to 2 GB)
SD, SDHC (4 GB Up to 32 GB)
Internal Storage
None
Special Features
Metronome, Overdubbing, Pre-Record Buffer, Tuner, Voice Activation
Recording
Audio File Formats
Recording:
MP3, WAV
Playback:
MP3, WAV
Sample Rates
WAV:
44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz (Record/Playback)
Bit Depth
16 / 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
Bit Rates
48 to 320 kb/s + VBR (Record)
32 to 320 kb/s + VBR (Playback)
Signal Processing & FX
Compressor, Delay, EQ, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Pitch Control, Reverb
Timecode Support
No
Recording Time
WAV 41.1 kHz/16-Bit:
1 Hr 34 Mins per GB (Stereo)
WAV 48 kHz/16-Bit:
1 Hr 26 Mins per GB (Stereo)
MP3 128 kb/s:
17 Hrs 21 Mins per GB (Stereo)
MP3 320 kb/s:
6 Hrs 56 Mins per GB (Stereo)
Included Software
None
Connectivity
Analog I/O
2 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone/Line Output
Digital I/O
None
Phantom Power
+24 / 48 V (Applied to All Inputs)
Plug-In Power
Yes, 2.5 V
System Connection
1 x Mini-USB (2.0)
Audio Interface Capability
Stereo Only
Performance
Gain/Trim Range
Balanced Inputs:
-16 dB Up to +43 dB
Unbalanced Inputs:
-30 dB Up to +32 dB
X/Y Mic Capsule:
-16 dB Up to +51 dB
Max Output Level
Headphone Outputs, Line Outputs:
-10 dB
Headphone Output Power
20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Impedance
Mic Inputs:
3 Kilohms (Balanced)
Line Inputs:
470 Ohms (Unbalanced)
1/8" / 3.5 mm Inputs:
2 Kilohms (Unbalanced)
Microphone Max SPL
140 dB SPL (X/Y)
Power
Power Options
Battery, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type
2 x AA (Included)
Approximate Battery Life
2 Hours (Alkaline)
10 Hours (Alkaline, Stamina Mode)
AC/DC Power Adapter
5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included)
Physical
Included Accessories
Case
Mounting Options
1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions
2.8 x 6.2 x 1.4" / 7.1 x 15.7 x 3.6 cm
Weight
10.4 oz / 294 g