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Zoom H4N PRO Digital Multitrack Recorder, Black (H4nPro)
Brand | Zoom |
Hardware Interface | USB, Secure Digital Card |
Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
Format | Digital |
Headphones Jack | 2.5 millimeters |
Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Product Dimensions | 3"D x 6"W x 1"H |
Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
Item Weight | 0.66 Pounds |
Screen Size | 2 |
About this item
- Four-channel recording up to 24-bit, 96 kHz. Built-in stereo X/Y microphones, up to 140 dB SPL
- 2 XLR/TRS inputs with locking connectors. Records directly to SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB
- 4-in/2-out USB audio interface. Monaural speaker: 400 mW 8 Ω
- Line/phone-LINE Output load impedance- 10 kΩ or more. LINE rated output level: -10 dBu. PHONE- 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load)
- Usb 2.0 high speed. Usb functions can be powered using usb bus power. Plug-in and phantom power cannot be set during recording and playback. Compatible operating systems is windows vista and newer mac os x 10.6 and newer.Tempo:40.0 - 250.0 BPM
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Sound quality | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.1 |
User interface | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.0 |
Portability | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.3 | — | 4.3 |
Battery life | 5.0 | 4.3 | — | — | 4.3 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | AVBYFP | Kellards | Amazon.com |
hardware interface | usb, secure digital | secure digital | usb | usb, sdhc, secure digital | usb |
memory capacity | 32 GB | 512 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB | 128 GB |
format | digital | wav | — | — | live |
battery quantity | 2 aaa, 2 aa | 2 aa | 2 aa | — | 2 aa, 1 lithium ion |
weight | 0.66 pounds | — | — | — | 0.7 pounds |
mic form factor | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In |
mic operation mode | Stereo | Stereo, Mono | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo |
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Product information
Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 6.25 x 1.5 x 2.75 inches |
ASIN | B01DPOXS8I |
Item model number | H4nPro |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #22,617 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #16 in Digital Multitrack Recorders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 27, 2016 |
Color Name | Black |
Hardware Interface | USB, Secure Digital Card |
Battery type | Alkaline |
Media Format | Digital |
Standing screen display size | 2 |
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Product Description
The H4nPRO is the next generation of the most popular handheld recorder of all time, the H4n. With new microphone elements, ADA-converters and mic-pres the H4nPRO has improved sound with lower noise floor, a higher dynamic range, and 10dB higher maximum SPL from its predecessor. It also features a new rubberized coating designed to reduce handling noise and an improved LCD screen which allows for better usage in outdoor, bright conditions. Guitar and bass players will enjoy updated digital effects, modeled after our new G5n, for recording directly on the unit. Rugged, lightweight and versatile, the H4nPro is a great audio companion for everything from live concert recording to location videography to music-making.
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Customers like the quality, sound quality, performance, ease of use, and value of the voice recorder. For example, they mention it has a lot of potential, the built in mics are fine sounding, and does a great job with high-quality field audio. That said, some complain about the USB power. That being said, most are happy with the intuitive menu system and the clear written instructions.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the voice recorder. They mention that it has a lot of potential, has phenomenal recording quality, and has good mics. They also say that it's a very high quality pocket audio recorder with tons of features beyond just recording. Customers also mention that the live recordings were just too nice. Overall, they find the product to be a great versatile field recorder that is worth the price.
"...Overall...+ Phenomenal recording quality for a portable recorder+ Excellent built-in stereo microphones..." Read more
"...Recording to SD cards is economical and the formats supported are compatible with all my software, including Final Cut Pro X...." Read more
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"...The H4n is a great versatile field recorder. I mainly use it to record audio for live event video such as weddings and speaking engagements...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the voice recorder. They say the built-in mics are fine sounding, and the reverb has natural to very echoy sounds. They also say the recordings sound incredible and professional. The microphones eliminate wind noise completely.
"...but when you hook up a nice microphone to the H4n it sounds just too good for a portable recorder. You can plug in XLR or 1/4" inputs as well...." Read more
"Excellent audio makes for great video and that's why I bought the H4n...." Read more
"...head wind screens every time I record outdoors and they completely eliminate wind noise...." Read more
"...Most of what I'd like to say has been said. In summary: awesome sound with great stereo separation through the built-in mics...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the voice recorder. They mention that it does a great job with high-quality field audio, and the results are outstanding. They appreciate the low-cut reduction and MOTU firewire drivers. The product works great with Ableton, Sonar, Cubase, and Vegas Pro, and it's powerful enough to do many things. Customers also say that it works fantastic at loud music festivals.
"...detail about the interface and other features and so on, but it's all pretty good...." Read more
"...The H4n is a work horse. It has a ton of features and records in a number of different formats...." Read more
"...Its handy and I really like this recorder. It performs well and has good to very good fidelity with the on-board microphones -- Acoustic..." Read more
"...Not prohibitively difficult, but also not particularly user-friendly, especially for a novice...." Read more
Customers find the voice recorder intuitive and logical. They say the menu system is easy to understand and use. They appreciate the clear, detailed instructions and the simple recording interface. They also mention that basic recording is simple and quick to setup and record.
"...It has a somewhat clunky but very usable interface. It's very simple to operate with virtually no learning curve...." Read more
"...of how you will use it, each one detailed with diagrams and CLEARLY written instructions...." Read more
"...H4n provides a built-in tuner, a built-in metronome, and a simple recording interface that can have you up and running in no time...." Read more
"...Controls for stereo recording are straightforward...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the voice recorder. They say it's a feature-packed tool at a reasonable price. Customers also say it has many applications and is very versatile considering the price. They mention that it makes their production value higher and that recording to SD cards is economical.
"...A few key things that were important for me:Recording to SD cards is economical and the formats supported are compatible with all my software,..." Read more
"...expensive for audio hobbyists, but has dropped to a reasonably accessible price-point and is now virtually a must-have accessory for podcasters and..." Read more
"...On overall value for the price, I'd say this is a five star review." Read more
"...The negatives are quite minor and the good stuff is great." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the voice recorder. They mention that it feels real solid, is very dependable, and has great recording quality. Some say that it's a well built full featured portable digital recorder with a decent battery life.
"...MicroTrack/MicroTrack II, but zoom definitely achieves a much higher level of quality (the important thing) and so I think the increased size is..." Read more
"...The H4n is a handy little studio on the go and is very dependable. I highly recommend purchasing one." Read more
"...The rest is gravy: phantom power on XLR, decent battery life, good UI, and great build quality with standard 1/4"-20 tripod mount..." Read more
"...It feels very solid, the rubberized texture is nice, and the LCD screen is large and clear...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the voice recorder. They say it's an extremely compact device that's easy to use and has a great sound quality. The size of the H4n makes it handy without being too big or too small. The remote is very thin and easily fits in the palm of your hand, making it easy to hold on to. Some customers also mention that the SD card slot works great and the ability to record as wav or mp3 is nice.
"...level of quality (the important thing) and so I think the increased size is worth it. It's ultimately necessary for the XLR inputs anyhow...." Read more
"...The size of the H4n makes it handy without being too big or too small. The transport buttons are large enough for big fingers...." Read more
"...The remote is very thin and easily fits in the palm of your hand making it easy to hold on to and since it has the same control layout as the front..." Read more
"...It has travelled well. I would definitely buy a RedHead windscreen for this unit to cut any wind noise, as the attached mics are super sensitive." Read more
Customers like the mic quality of the voice recorder. They say the built-in microphones are excellent, have a low noise floor, and work great for NAT sound or interviewing someone on the spot. They also appreciate the ability to use external mics with XLR connections, but the built in mics are great for use with NAT sounds. The XY stereo microphone built into the unit is also praised for its good pre-amps. Customers also mention that the product is great for hooking up more microphones via the two extra inputs.
"...The recording quality you get from the built-in mics alone is impressive, but when you hook up a nice microphone to the H4n it sounds just too good..." Read more
"...Also included are a foam wind screen, a mic stand adapter, AC adapter, and a plastic case. Nice little accessories that are useful...." Read more
"...This unit has an XY stereo microphone built into it. It also has the ability to record two inputs, in the form of XLR or 1/4-inch...." Read more
"...mindful of not moving your hands on it while recording, as the mics WILL pick it up!" Read more
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I'll start with something trivial...but not really. It records to SD/SDHC media. If you have something like the M-Audio MicroTrack II, you're stuck with Compact Flash. For an audio recorder there's really no need for larger and/or faster cards. SD/SDHC is larger and fast enough and it's tiny. Most laptops and desktops these days have SD/SDHC slots in them and I love any chance I get to leave the USB cable at home.
But on to more important things...
One of the wonderful upgrades in the H4n is that there is a mic level switch on the right side of the device. Previously this was achieved through a menu. But the new preamps in the H4n are really what make it a better device than its predecessors. The recording quality you get from the built-in mics alone is impressive, but when you hook up a nice microphone to the H4n it sounds just too good for a portable recorder. You can plug in XLR or 1/4" inputs as well. There is a lot I could talk about in regards to the versatility of this device but I'll only mention one other thing in the interest of keeping this relatively short. One feature I find really compelling, being that I travel a lot and it saves some room in my suitcase, is that you can use the H4n as an audio interface with your computer rather than just a stand-alone portable recorder. Most of the music I make utilizes sampled or synthesized instruments, and so I'm generally only recording vocals (with the exception of acoustic guitars). This makes it very easy to grab vocals just about anywhere with Cubase and my laptop. Zoom includes a free copy of Cubase LE but it works just fine with regular versions of Cubase.
Battery life is decent. It's certainly as good or better than anything else, but it's still less than I'd hope for. I does use AAs so you can just replace the batteries as needed, or use rechargeable batteries. I use those rechargeable batteries with the USB port as much as I can and those work quite well. Standard AAs tend to last for about a ten hour work day of use (that's been my experience, anyway). The battery life is definitely sufficient, but it's not impressive.
The zoom comes with a number of recording settings, allowing you to select various levels of quality in your WAV and MP3 files. If you're willing to bring your sampling rate to 44.1 Khz and your bit rate to 16, you'll be able to turn on a power efficiency mode that'll increase the battery life significantly. So, if you need to get that extra power out of your batteries, the H4n offers an option. While it won't always work for everyone, I think it's a nice addition.
A downside of the device, for some, may be the size. I definitely like the pocket-size of the M-Audio MicroTrack/MicroTrack II, but zoom definitely achieves a much higher level of quality (the important thing) and so I think the increased size is worth it. It's ultimately necessary for the XLR inputs anyhow. Still, this is not something you're going to put in your pocket. A cargo pocket, maybe, but not a regular pocket. I don't really care, but it is a fairly large device for a portable so that may be worth noting for some.
The H4n comes with a bunch of accessories. You get a screw in stick for holding or, I assume, placing in a microphone stand (it looks like the base of a microphone). You get a case, a 1GB SD card (which is often sufficient), a power adapter, a wind screen for the stereo mics, a USB cable and probably some other things I'm forgetting. My point is that they give you pretty much everything you need to get started out of the box, except for the batteries. I always like it when a company includes the batteries, because it says to me that they want their product to be usable as purchased, but it's obviously not that big of a deal. The accessories you get with the H4n pretty much say that already. In my experience, it's uncommon to even get an SD card.
There are a lot of things to talk about here and going into them all would take a long time. The H4n offers a lot of great options. It has a somewhat clunky but very usable interface. It's very simple to operate with virtually no learning curve. It would be great to go into detail about the interface and other features and so on, but it's all pretty good. They did an excellent job with the most important parts of this device and that's really what matters the most.
Overall...
+ Phenomenal recording quality for a portable recorder
+ Excellent built-in stereo microphones
+ Record level adjustment buttons on the hardware, rather than just on the software
+ Two combined XLR and 1/4" inputs
+ Battery save mode by recording 44.1 Khz 16 bit WAV
+ Replaceable batteries
+ Doubles as a USB audio interface
+ Comes with many accessories (most of which are actually useful)
= Reasonably fast operation
= Good but not exceptional battery life
= On the larger side
First and foremost, let me say the user manual is EXCELLENT. The manual contains step-by-step instructions complete with images of the menu screen so you can use the H4n with confidence. There are also real-world examples of how you will use it, each one detailed with diagrams and CLEARLY written instructions. Take a few minutes to look over the manual and you'll get the most out of the recorder. (You'll see a few pages of the manual in my video that is part of this review.)
A few key things that were important for me:
Recording to SD cards is economical and the formats supported are compatible with all my software, including Final Cut Pro X.
WAV and MP3 files in various resolutions give lots of options as to the quality of the recording.
Powered XLR ports enable me to use my XLR mics (two at a time) to record an interview that can be synched to my camera's footage.
Built-in limiters allow for the recording of loud machinery without blowing out, something I do frequently.
The built-in mics offer decent sound that seems slightly biased toward the higher end. In my video, the first part in the studio, you'll hear how it records my voice.
The size of the H4n makes it handy without being too big or too small. The transport buttons are large enough for big fingers. Critical buttons illuminate, indicating which mics are employed and when recording is taking place.
It's easy to switch between memory folders so if you're going from one job to the next between downloads you can keep the files separate.
Also included are a foam wind screen, a mic stand adapter, AC adapter, and a plastic case. Nice little accessories that are useful. (If you're going to use it outside, it's best to buy a fuzzy wind suppressor.) The AC adapter means you can make long recordings in the studio or on location without fear of running out of battery power.
The Zoom H4n is now a critical part of my audio/video rig. Already my musician friends want to borrow it to make demo recordings, but at this price point, I think they can afford to buy their own. By the way, an HD version of my video review is available on my YouTube channel, lenswork4. Much better resolution than the one here. At the end of the video you'll hear the sound of a few horse-drawn buggies crossing the tracks, another example of the recording quality of this device, although some credit needs to be given to the Rode NTG-2 microphone.
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I make short documentary films. I like the Zoom H4n Pro because it works well and is easily trousered. As a bonus, it sort of looks like a radio so it attracts less attention from baksheesh-searching
customs officials and border police.
I have used the Tascam Dr60D mkii and while it is a good recorder the quality is not as smooth as the H4n IMHO and the form factor is far less portable. I do use it for field recording though.
I use the H4n primarily with a RODE NTG2 and a RODE lav. I also use a few Sanken and Shures for VO.
I like that you can use it as an audio input device. This is handier than you might think especially if you narrate.
I wish it came with a y-connector so you could monitor line mics. This is a worthy add-on. I have also purchased the accessory kit with wind fur etc. and of course that can be handy if using the built-in mics.
I own the H2n and briefly owned the H1n (new version). This device has a sound quality in an entirely different league.
I will be taking it to sub-Saharan Africa next so I’ll see how well it stands up to inclement conditions.
In all, I think this is a highly worthwhile recorder, especially at the low price point. If you want slightly better pre-amps and better noise floor you can go to the H6, but this is easy and cheap and (so far) it just works.