Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Recorder – 32-Bit Float Audio
Zoom H4essential is a 4-track portable recorder with 32-bit float recording, built-in X/Y stereo mics, and dual XLR inputs—perfect for podcasting, music, and field recording.
- 4-track 32-bit float recorder with Dual A/D Converters
- Clip-free recording with no need to set gain
- Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
- Color LCD Screen
- 130 dB SPL XY Mic
- 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs with locking connector
- 3.5mm mic/line input for lavalier mics and line level sources
- Built-in mixer to adjust each track’s audio level
- Built-in speaker for quick reference playback
- 3.5mm line output for headphones or to connect to a camera
- Voice Guidance accessibility for the visually impaired
- 32-Bit Float audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via USB-C port
- Use as an interface and record to SD card simultaneously
- Using the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter, sync with wireless timecode devices via bluetooth
- Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with the H4essential Control App for iOS
- Record to SD cads up to 1TB
- 10 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C Bus Power
Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Recorder – 32-Bit Float Audio
The Zoom H4essential 4-Track Portable Recorder delivers crystal-clear, distortion-free audio with cutting-edge 32-bit float recording technology—no need to set gain levels. Equipped with high-quality built-in X/Y stereo microphones and two XLR/TRS combo inputs, it's perfect for musicians, podcasters, content creators, and field recordists. Record up to four tracks simultaneously, monitor in real time, and store files on microSD. With its compact, durable design and intuitive interface, the H4essential is your go-to solution for professional-grade portable audio recording.

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.
Essential For Creators
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.

Advanced XY Mics
The onboard X/Y microphones capture crystal clear audio up to 130 dB SPL.
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