Zoom H4n Handheld Recorder
How can I borrow this device?
You can borrow this device from:
- Service Desk, Veterinary Medicine Library
- Service Desk, Natural Resources Library
- Digital Media Lab, Hill Library
- Maker Studio, Hunt Library
How long can I borrow it?
1 week
About this device
This portable handheld recorder captures up to 4 channels of audio simultaneously. It supplies plug-in power for condenser lavalier microphones and pairs with the library's Sony and Royal Voice lav mics.
What can I use this for?
- Record multi-channel audio (up to 4 channels) for interviews, music, or field recording
- Power and record from a Sony or Royal Voice lavalier mic via plug-in power
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What is the cost of replacement?
Borrowing this device is free. But if it is lost or broken beyond simple repair while being borrowed, the borrower will be required to pay the cost of replacing the item:$250
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What are the hardware specifications?
- Built-in X/Y stereo mics record at either 90° or 120°
- Four channel simultaneous recording using built-in and external mics
- Digitally controlled, high-quality mic preamp for improved audio quality
- Large 1.9-Inch LCD screen and improved user interface for easy operation
- 24bit/96kHz Linear PCM recording for pristine recording
- MP3 recording for increased recording time
- Built-in reference speaker to check recordings
- Shock resistant rubberized body for improved chassis protection
- Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) compatible time stamp and track marker
- Records on SD/SDHC media of up to 32GB for maximum recording time
- Auto-record and pre-record feature so you never miss a moment
- Variable speed playback capability for “phrase training”
- Stamina mode enables 10 hours of continuous battery life
- Onboard mid-side matrix decoder for additional miking possibilities
- Built-in mounting joint for tripod and mic stand mounting
- USB 2.0 port for faster file transfer
- XLR inputs with phantom power allow recording with any mic
- Supports plug-in power type external mics
- Hi-Z Inputs for recording guitar and bass
- Studio effects onboard, including guitar and bass amp modeling
- USB audio interface capability
- Low-cut filter to reduce noise
- Normalizing and file splitting functions
- Mono mix function
- Onboard tuner and metronome