The two stereo‑width settings also give a useful option when trying to achieve separation between two sources, or simply recording something like an acoustic guitar part in stereo, while leaving a 'hole' in the middle for a vocal. I appreciate the ability to interchange mic recording systems and the ability to record up to four tracks at once. road test : after three days recording - in the desert - the zoom performed sufficiently … the built in mics were fine for immediate or spontaneous use but I found the sound flat, without depth. The H4n Pro can handle up to 140dB SPL, which makes it perfect for recording concerts, from a quiet chamber quartet to an ear-bludgeoning metal band. If you don't need something as fully featured as the H4N and are looking for a smaller device, you might consider Yamaha's Pocketrack range, or offerings from Olympus and Sony.

ZOOM | ZOOM

I would recommend this to anyone looking to make decent recordings on a small, robust and portable device. The improved noise floor (-120 dBu EIN) captures audio at lower volumes with less noise and fewer artifacts.Functioning as a 2-input/2-output USB audio interface for PC or Mac, the H4n Pro enables you to record directly to your computer. The unit comes with a good case to protect it when shoved in my bag with all the other things I need for my teaching day. Great care has been taken to ensure accuracy in the preparation of this article but neither Sound On Sound Limited nor the publishers can be held responsible for its contents. The external mic catches room tone, while the XLR input gets the direct feed, so you can work with several channels. When mounted on a stand this won't be an issue, but generally you have to hold the Zoom rather gingerly when recording to avoid handling noise, so the risk of dropping the thing and smashing those protruding, fragile-looking mics was a constant worry.

Zoom H4n Pro Black – Thomann UK

Tackling the handling-noise issues of the H4 and upgrading the external mic preamps makes quite a difference. Joel has been editing to the beat of his own waveform for 8 years as a freelance videographer, but it still took a global pandemic to get serious writing.

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