Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder, Bundle with ZDM-1 Dynamic Microphone

What sets the Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder apart is its ability to provide creators with versatile recording options, thanks to its four-track capability, advanced X/Y microphones, and dual XLR/TRS inputs. This bundle, which includes the ZDM-1 Dynamic Microphone, is perfect for musicians, podcasters, and audio-for-video creators seeking high-quality sound capture.

The H4essential's 32-bit float recording technology ensures that you never have to worry about adjusting levels, capturing every nuance of your sound with precision and delivering clip-free audio in every take. This feature provides an expansive dynamic range, making it ideal for both quiet and loud environments.

Designed with accessibility in mind, the Essential Series offers features for the blind and visually impaired, allowing users to navigate the menu with audible descriptions via the built-in speaker or headphones. Language options include English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, and Chinese, making it user-friendly for a global audience.

The recorder's 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs are equipped with Zoom's ultra-clean preamps, supporting phantom power and +4dBu professional line level input. The onboard X/Y microphones can handle sound pressure levels up to 130 dB SPL, equivalent to the intensity of a rock concert, ensuring that even the loudest performances are captured with clarity.

For those who need to record and stream simultaneously, the H4essential allows streaming in 32-bit float while recording to an SD card. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device via the USB-C port, it functions as a 4-in/2-out audio interface, offering seamless integration with your digital setup.

The built-in mixer provides easy adjustment of each track's audio level, and the waveform display lets you visualize your audio as it records. This makes the H4essential an essential tool for creators who demand precision and control over their recordings.

Musicians will appreciate the ability to capture live shows, rehearsals, and songs with the dual XLR/TRS inputs and stereo X/Y microphones. For filmmakers and sound designers, the XLR inputs are perfect for capturing on-set dialogue and audio, while the onboard microphones excel at recording ambient sounds.

Podcasters can utilize the XLR inputs with external mics for one-on-one conversations and the X/Y mics for mobile interviews. The BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter enhances functionality by allowing remote control via an iOS device, including starting recordings, adjusting mixes, viewing waveforms, and changing settings. It also supports Bluetooth timecode devices for precise audio and video synchronization.

Premium features of the H4essential include soft-touch controls for quiet operation, a built-in speaker for quick playback, and a vibrant full-color LCD screen for easy navigation. The 3.5mm line output is suitable for headphones or camera connections, and the device also includes a 3.5mm mic/line input.

With support for SDXC cards up to 1TB, the H4essential offers ample storage capacity for extended recording sessions, making it a reliable choice for any audio project. Whether you're capturing the energy of a live performance or the subtleties of a podcast, the Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder delivers exceptional audio quality and versatility.