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2017-02-04T10:17:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Superb quality!

I used this as microphone while shooting interviews and despite the surrounding noise, the device focuses in the interviewed person's voice. I also used this to record a voice off to include it into a corporate video. We recorded this inside of a car in an interior parking lot which helped us to cancel excessive outside noise and worked just as perfect as being inside of a sound recording studio. The sound this device records is crisp and clear as expected.

Jose R.

2016-10-18T16:36:31

Rated 5 out of 5

anyone who would like the portability and ease of use this unit provides

I purchased this recorder to use to record comments in music festivals in which I judge. I chose this model because I like to record my verbal comments on a separate channel from the recording of the ensemble. The Zoom H4nSP allows total control of two track/channel stereo recording with separate inputs for 1/4 inch or XLR cables with phantom power and another 1/8 inch input if you need it. I don't use the built-in X/Y microphones but they do an admirable job as well. The menus are easy to navigate and give you a lot of flexibility in choosing a whole host of recording options. There is a built-in speaker and and the unit works on batteries or AC power. The controls are located in convenient locations. I mount the unit on a small tripod so that I can easily switch out SD cards and view the easy-to-read display. I use it in MP3 mode almost exclusively but it also records in WAV format. This is a versatile and easy-to-use compact recorder that I highly recommend to anyone who would like the portability and ease of use this unit provides.

William G.

2016-03-11T06:39:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome!!

I love it!!! I haven't use it too much but it has tremendous sound quality....

YONI L.

Zoom H4nSP Specifications

  • Recorder

    Number of simultaneous recording tracks
    Stereo Mode: 2
    4CH Mode: 4
    MTR Mode: 2

    Number of simultaneous playback tracks
    Stereo Mode: 2
    4CH Mode: 4
    MTR Mode: 4

  • Recording time

    4GB(SDHC)
    Approx. 380 minutes (converted to WAV 44.1 kHz/16 bit stereo track)
    Approx. 68 hours (converted to MP3 44.1 kHz/128 kbps stereo track)

  • Simultaneous recording file size

    2GB (Maximum number)

  • Projects

    1000/card

  • Locate function

    Hours/Minutes/Seconds/Milliseconds

  • Other functions

    Punch-in/out, Bounce, A-B repeat

  • Effects Modules

    2

  • Effects

    Stereo mode / 4CH mode: LO Cut, Comp/Limiter
    Mtr Mode: PRE AMP Module, EFX Module

  • Effects Types

    50

  • Effects Patches

    60

  • Effects Tuners

    Chromatic, Guitar, Bass, Open A/D/E/G, DADGAD

  • Metronome sound sources

    5

  • Metronome Variable beat

    1/4 - 8/4, 6/8, unaccentuated

  • Metronome Tempo

    40.0 - 250.0 BPM

  • A/D conversion

    24 bit: 24 bit x 128 oversampling

  • D/A conversion

    24 bit: 24 bit x 128 oversampling

  • Recording media

    SD card (16MB - 2GB), SDHC card (4GB - 32GB)

  • Data Type WAV Format

    Record/Play:
    Quantization 16/24 bit
    Sampling frequency 44.1/48/96 kHz

  • Data type MP3 Format

    Recording: Bit rate 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps, VBR
    Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz
    Playback: Bit rate 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps, VBR
    Sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz

  • Display

    128 x 64 dots: Full-dot LCD (with backlight)

  • Inputs

    Input: XLR (balanced input) / standard phone: (unbalanced input) combo jack
    Input impedance:
    (using balanced input) 1 kOhms balanced, pin 2 hot
    (using unbalanced input) 480 kOhms unbalanced Input level
    (using balanced input) -10 dBm _ -42 dBm
    (using unbalanced input) +2 dBm _ -32 dBm

  • Outputs

    Line: Output load impedance 10 kOhms or more, Rated output level -10 dBm
    Phone: 20 mW+20 mW (into 32-Ohms load)

  • Monaural speaker Output

    400 mW 8Ohms

  • Phantom power supply

    48 V, 24 V, OFF

  • USB

    USB2.0High Speed Mass Storage Class operation, Audio Interface operation, USB functions can be operated by USB bus power

  • Power requirements

    DC 5 V 1A AC from AC adapter ( ZOOM AD-14, 2x Batteries IEC R6 ( size AA )

  • Continuous recording time

    6 hours (Usually), 11 hours (Stamina Mode)

  • Software Bundle

    Steinberg Cubase LE Software download and Steinberg WaveLab LE Software download

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    73 x 156.3 x 35mm / 2.87 x 6.15 x 1.38"

  • Weight

    280g / 9.88oz

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About Zoom H4nSP Handy Mobile 4-Track Recorder - SKU#1652899

FEATURED REVIEWS

Superb quality!

By Jose R.

I used this as microphone while shooting interviews and despite the surrounding noise, the device focuses in the interviewed person's voice. I also used this to record a voice off to include it into a corporate video. We recorded this inside of a car in an interior parking lot which helped us to cancel excessive outside noise and worked just as perfect as being inside of a sound recording studio. The sound this device records is crisp and clear as expected.

anyone who would like the portability and ease of use this unit provides

By William G.

I purchased this recorder to use to record comments in music festivals in which I judge. I chose this model because I like to record my verbal comments on a separate channel from the recording of the ensemble. The Zoom H4nSP allows total control of two track/channel stereo recording with separate inputs for 1/4 inch or XLR cables with phantom power and another 1/8 inch input if you need it. I don't use the built-in X/Y microphones but they do an admirable job as well. The menus are easy t...

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Zoom's world acclaimed, best-selling H4n Handy Recorder is now made available in a more affordable solution package. The H4nSP provides the H4n, the owners' manual, a plastic case, two AA batteries as well as licenses for download of Steinberg "Cubase LE" music production software and "WaveLab LE" sound editing software. The H4n professional portable recorder with high quality XY stereo microphone and two XLR external inputs has got much closer to your recoding life than ever before.

An all-in-one handy recorder
You can enjoy recording and creating your own music any time, anywhere with the H4n. The H4n has a very compact 280 g lightweight design, equipped with high quality stereo condenser microphones arranged in an XY pickup pattern, a Built-In Speaker, SD card recording, mixer and internal effects.

Versatile field recorder with multi-track capability
The H4n is capable of recording in several different operation modes: which is capable of high quality stereo recording; which can record 4 discrete channels simultaneously using the on-board microphones and the external inputs; which allows you to record multiple tracks in multiple passes, overdubbing one or two tracks at a time. In you can record for up to 11 hours using batteries only.

Newly designed XY stereo microphones allow variable recording patterns from 90 to 120 degrees
The H4n allows the user to adjust the angle of the onboard microphones to address a wider range of recording scenarios. If you want a wider area of sound, you can set the microphones to 120 degrees. Or set them to 90 degrees for a more focused sound source. Either way, the mics retain their XY configuration, so you can record natural stereo sound with no phase cancellation.

XLR-1/4-inch combo jacks allow direct connection of any sound source
They have loaded the H4n with a versatile array of input options to accommodate a variety of recording sources. Any type of microphone (including condensers), electric instrument (guitar, bass, keyboard) or line level source can be connected to the H4n.

It can be used as an Audio Interface/SD card reader for a computer
An onboard USB 2.0 Hi-Speed jack allows direct connection to a computer. You can use it as an audio interface with built-in effects (sampling rate 44.1 kHz). You can also use the H4n as an SD card reader for your computer. You can even take the recorded files from your computer and create an audio CD using those files as material in any DAW software.

Other built-in functions: Tuner/Metronome/Karaoke
The H4n can be used as a standard chromatic tuner. It is also capable of more irregular tuning functions, like for a 7-string guitar or a 5-string bass, along with others. The H4n has a metronome function convenient for practice and multitrack recording. You can change playback speed between the ranges of 50% to 150%. There are many other effects functions included, such as center cancel function for stereo files, Karaoke function with variable key control, language learning and voice training function.

What's in the box:

  • Zoom H4NSP Recorder
  • Protective Case
  • Original Box
  • Item Note: Rubber is old and degraded and has become sticky to the touch. Batteries are Corroded. Missing Download for Steinberg Wavelab LE Software; 2x AA Batteries; Download for Steinberg Cubase LE Software