Zoom - H4N PRO Handy Recorder

Name: Zoom - H4N PRO Handy Recorder
Brand: Zoom
SKU: 5214301
Rating: 4.7 (164 reviews)

Model: H4NPRO

SKU: 5214301

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General
- Brand: Zoom
- Model Number: H4NPRO
- Product Name: H4N PRO Handy Recorder
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: Not available
- Warranty - Labor: Not available
Other
- Product Width: 2.875 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Height: 6.2 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 1.46 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Weight: 10.37 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Memory Card Compatibility: Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Display Type: LCD
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Maximum Recording Time: 555.5 hours
- Battery Chemistry: Nickel-metal hydride
- Battery Size: AA (The battery size required for operation.)
- Number of Batteries Required: 2
- Integrated Microphone: true
- Computer Compatibility: Mac, Windows
- Internal Memory: 0 gigabytes (Data storage capacity for built-in memory circuits.)
- Integrated Speaker(s): true
- Memory Card Slot: true
- Supported File Formats: MP3, WAV
- USB Connectivity: true
- Recording Type: Voice recorders
- 1-Touch Recording: true
- Memory Card Capacity: 32 gigabytes
- Number Of Recording Modes: 3
- DC 3V Input Jack Included: true
- Internal Memory Type: Flash memory
- Voice-Activated Recording: true
- Operation: Digital
- Safety Lock: true
- UPC: 884354016357

Capture sound with stunning clarity by using the Zoom H4n Pro audio recorder. It handles up to 140 dB, making it ideal for live performances, and its unidirectional mics adjust from 90 to 120 degrees for small spaces or wider ranges. Use the three recording modes on this Zoom H4n Pro audio recorder for podcasts, film audio, narrative and concerts.

4-track simultaneous recording: Helps ensure you catch everything in MP3 or WAV format and features time stamping, midsize decoding and phantom power to create high-quality records.
Records directly to SD and SDHC memory cards up to 32GB: For simple storage and transfer (cards not included).
Auto record, prerecord, stereo mode and Multi-track Mode: Help ensure you capture the moment.
Built-in X/Y stereo microphone: Can be adjusted from 90° to 120°.
Built-in monophonic speaker: Allows for quick playback reference.
1.9" backlit LCD: Ensures a clear view of settings.
1/8" stereo mini jack connector and 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks: For connecting microphones and line-level devices, such as mixers, portable music players and more.
USB 2.0 interface: Enables a high-speed connection to a PC or Mac.
Rubberized, ergonomic body: Perfect for use in the field or with a camera.
4-track simultaneous recording: Helps ensure you catch everything in MP3 or WAV format and features time stamping, midsize decoding and phantom power to create high-quality records.
Records directly to SD and SDHC memory cards up to 32GB: For simple storage and transfer (cards not included).
Auto record, prerecord, stereo mode and Multi-track Mode: Help ensure you capture the moment.
Built-in X/Y stereo microphone: Can be adjusted from 90° to 120°.
Built-in monophonic speaker: Allows for quick playback reference.
1.9" backlit LCD: Ensures a clear view of settings.
1/8" stereo mini jack connector and 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks: For connecting microphones and line-level devices, such as mixers, portable music players and more.
USB 2.0 interface: Enables a high-speed connection to a PC or Mac.
Rubberized, ergonomic body: Perfect for use in the field or with a camera.

Whats Included

H4N PRO Handy Recorder
Protective case
Download license for Steinberg Cubase LE and WaveLab LE software
2 x AA batteries
Owner's manual
H4N PRO Handy Recorder
Protective case
Download license for Steinberg Cubase LE and WaveLab LE software
2 x AA batteries
Owner's manual

Q: Is this recorder waterproof?

A: No, this model is not waterproof.

Q: DOES THE H4N PRO HANDY RECORDER COME WITH A AC/DC ADAPTER

A: No, the unit will not come with an AC adapter. I also suggest getting 4 rechargeable AA batteries. I haven't used more than 4 AA's shooting randomly during the day. The "Deadcat" windsock is a must have item if you are going to use it outside at all. **The H4N only has 2 microphones so it won't give you the flexibility to record in as many modes as the H2N without extra external mics** I picked the H4N for the incredible sound quality but it was a tough call between the H2N and H4N Pro for me. For my needs I'm glad I went with the N4H Pro.

Q: WHAT TYPE OF CARD U USED, BRAND AND HOW MAN GB, THAT IS BEST 4 THAT UNITE,

A: Any SD card will do. Must be 32gb or less though.

Q: Will it work with my Dell Computer? Will I need other equipment, if so what?

A: I used a SanDisk SD card with my Zoom Pro. It worked well with my Dell Computer. I didn't need any other equipment.

Q: can you connect this to a 5d mark II or mark III?

A: You can. There is a port on the left side that is a headphone / line out combo port. your can use a double ended 3.5mm aux cable to connect the recorder to your DLSR's line in / mic port so long as it has one.

Q: Are you able to overlay the four tracks?

A: Yes, The unit also comes with the Steinbergs's Cubase DAW.

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the H4N PRO Handy Recorder's sound quality, ease of use, portability, and price. They appreciate that it is easy to use and records great audio, and that it is a great little unit for recording exactly what they want. Customers are negative about the boot time and battery life, with some saying that it takes forever to boot and that the battery cover failed after six months.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Wish it would boot up faster.
Good sound, nice size, pretty reliable. The biggest problem that is still kind of a deal-breaker is how long it takes to power on and boot up, sometimes as long as 20 seconds. When field recording you'll find that you need to start recording as soon as you hear something, which is similar to field photography when you need your camera to be ready to take a picture as soon as you see something. The workaround is to simply leave this thing powered on as you scout for sounds.
Posted 4 years ago by itworkedeventually
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very convenient, but not a long-term solution
Some quick background: I bought my first 4-track recorder in 1989 or 1990, back when it went onto cassette tapes. That was a Tascam Portastudio, with pan and tone dials and sliders for mixing. Since then, I have recorded with an A/D converter into Cubase (early 90s), through a 32-track mixing board onto digital audio tape (mid 90s), and more recently, with a laptop and A/D converter in a few different DAW applications. I have also used several scoring applications, some of which supported audio file imports and VSTs. Finally, I have been a software developer for more than 20 years, doing mostly web applications and some mobile applications. I bring all of this this up because I want to make clear that I'm at least experienced with recording and digital devices, so take this review with that in mind. In short, I find the Zoom H4N to be a great scratchpad, but I certainly would not want to use it for serious recording. As far as recording goes, both the stereo option and what they call 4-channel (meaning two stereo microphones) are a snap to use. Hit one button to get input levels, hit that button again to start recording. There is a neat mark feature as well that lets you put a...er...mark when you want to note another take, another song, etc. These are useful down the road if you want to split the file into separate tracks from the marks. Multitrack recording does not fare as well as the above options. The user interface has actually changed - now you don't hit the same button to record. You also have to set the recording mode purposely, either to record over what you just recorded or to punch in. Both of these together make the H4N feel a little wonky after using other methods (especially tape). It works, but I found myself expecting the H4N to work like it does in the other two recording options and was frustrated a couple of times. The H4N can do a bunch of other things, including the above mentioned split tracks on marks, convert files to MP3, set up file type and bitrate, record automatically, store files in different folders, act as an A/D input to a computer, etc. Frankly, the device is really very cool and I've messed with many bits in it just to see them work. The issue is that everything is hidden behind many layers of menu. It just feels extremely clunky. There is no doubt that the H4N is capable, but you're going to have to work for it. The user interface could use some serious revamping. In a world of cell phones, going back to a clickable scroll wheel reminded me of my first cell phone from 1997, which was not a pleasant reminder. Overall, I like this little device, because I can just hit one button and capture a thought (musically, I mean - it is a little heavy to use for audio note-taking). The recording quality even with the microphones on top is actually really good. I've been surprised as the ability to capture the tone of both a guitar and a harp. That said, there is no chance that I would consider using the H4N to do a real recording. Multitrack is not smooth enough. I have not tried using the H4N as an A/D input to a DAW. That might work well enough, although A/D converters are so inexpensive these days that I can't imagine spending the time to hook this up when I could get a dedicated A/D converter to stay hooked up all the time. Final thoughts: The H4N is a decent device. If you're looking to do some nice recording out in the field, it works pretty well. However, Zoom makes a smaller recorder called the H1N, which can do much of what this device can do, with the exception of multitrack recording. But given how clunky multitrack works, I might recommend the H1N instead. If I wanted to exceed the capability of the H1N, I would probably move to a dedicated DAW.
Posted 5 years ago by Robert
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
The industry standard/battery drinker
So I purchased this sound recorder to upgrade my video and podcast prodcast quality. But as it turns out I already had the H2N zoom recorder which has the best omnidirectional microphone for recording table meetings. The two microphones on top of the H4N have a 90 or 120 degree angle and are quite good but the recorder is better utilize with an external mic such as lavalier mics or a boom set up with something like the rode Htn-3 condenser mic. This device drinks batteries and does not come with an adapter so be warned that recording times with 2 AA battery use are about an hour and a half before it dies. Also keep in mind the record button has to be pushed twice. Once for stand by mode to listen to what is being recorded and a second time for live recording.
Posted 6 years ago by Mrplao