Last Updated: December 17, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Zoom H4N PRO Digital Multitrack Recorder
Last Updated: December 17, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
994
Old Reviews
749
Unverified
112
Spam Test
PASS
Yes
VIDEO
32768 GB
MEMORY
4 meters
SIZE
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Review Analysis - 133 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Sound Quality
39stereo, recorder, noise, wav, record
+95%
-5%
" ... It picks up the low and high end sounds. ... I recently used is also as a direct line to get sound from the sound board to the Mevo camera. ... "
" ... I get so many complements on my audio quality. ... "
" ... Great sound quality but it takes a while to power on. ... "
" ... Just recorded my first professional gig last night for both video and audio. ... Punched in both of the stereo channels into a mixer board and got great sounds. ... "
" ... A bit overpowered for the task, but I can't fault the sound quality and I learned a while back the you're better off going with something a professional might use than not. ... "
" ... The one thing we noticed that put a damper on producing great quality videos was lack of amazing audio. ... "
" ... I've gotten some decent audio quality from it sometimes -- however, when something goes wrong and I find myself in mid-interview with lots of audio issues (like if I'm getting feedback or my voice sounds too loud and distorted) then I have no idea how to fix it while things are rolling. ... "
" ... The audio from this is outstanding. ... Paired with a noise cancelling headphones the audio sounds better than the actual sound. ... It's sound with hd. ... I use this to record sound effects in the outdoors and it does a great job. ... "
Microphone
28record, recorder, recordings, audio, tracks
+100%
" ... Great for recording live acoustic sessions. ... "
" ... Good for a reference recording . ... "
" ... I use this for record/playback of vocals during practice sessions, and it works really well for that purpose. ... "
" ... great for starting up and recording all of a class lecture. ... "
" ... As a field worker, I would say this recorder catches very subtle sound. ... "
" ... Amazing tool for recording. ... You can totally record a jazz trio without much work. ... "
" ... I use this to record sound effects in the outdoors and it does a great job. ... "
" ... Aside from the rock solid reliability, the preamps record clean, low noise audio. ... "
Zoom
13recorder, h4n, mics, zoom h4n pro, years
+77%
-23%
" ... I had to watch numerous YouTube videos and read lots of articles to even get the slightest idea of how to set up the Zoom. ... "
" ... The Zoom H4n 4-track portable recorder - along with a good mixing board - are the essential tools for a podcasting setup. ... "
" ... I email Zoom got prompt respons and in not time a new was shipped to me at no extra cost. ... "
" ... The Zoom H4N Pro is easy to use, comes with Cubase and Wavelab. ... "
" ... Best Zoom Ever!!!! ... "
" ... Great product from Zoom! ... "
" ... This is the second Zoom I purchased--one previously for work and now this one for my home studio. ... "
Ease of Use
12recorder, intuitive, pretty, portable, operate
+92%
-8%
" ... Super easy to use. ... "
" ... And the unit is easy to understand and use. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... Easy to use, intuitive. ... Comes with Cubase [which I found hard to use, and trashed it] and WaveLab which I found easier to use, and have worked with it a bit. ... "
" ... excellent recorder and menu is easy to use. ... "
" ... Sound quality is superb and the device is very easy to use! ... "
" ... THE BEST AND SO EASY TO USE. ... "
" ... Easy to use and records great. ... "
Battery Life
11battery life, aa batteries, recording, rechargeable, power
+91%
-9%
" ... 30-45 min and best batteries are gone. ... "
" ... Batteries last reeeeeealy long! ... "
" ... Battery life was great, and I believe there is one hour of high definition recording time On the 32 GB card that I was using. ... "
" ... What i dont like battery life is short but not a big deal and the boot up is about 40 seconds once again not a big concern ... "
" ... Even the battery life is great. ... "
" ... Good battery life I got past 6 hours. ... "
" ... It "ZOOMS" through batteries like crazy. ... "
" ... - Need to buy rechargeable batteries if you intend to use it without being tethered to a computer. ... "
Product Reliability
8unit, two years, stopped working, recorder, happened
+50%
-50%
" ... But I already spent $220 on this only to have it break in under two years. ... "
" ... My product never worked properly when I received it!!!! ... "
Storage
6sd, 32, usb cable, sd card, record
+67%
-33%
" ... Easy to use SD card flexibility. ... "
" ... I use this in conjunction with a dynamic mic and Cloud Lifter CL-1 and record (uncompressed) onto a 32 MB SD card. ... "
" ... - Only records 35 seconds of data without an SD card, so you'll need to buy one ... "
" ... Good product, hoped it would use SD card with more than 32 gigs. ... "
Returns
5refund, unit, returning, replacement, replace
+40%
-60%
" ... Very disappointed in this product, returned for a refund. ... "
" ... I returned this item and expected a refund. ... "
Marketplace
5company, another, amazon
+60%
-40%
" ... No problem with the seller. ... "
" ... Works exactly as stated! ... "
" ... I see why it is a top seller. ... "
Size
5bulky, worth, rechargeable batteries, portability, pocket
+80%
-20%
" ... The H4n is light, reliable and surprisingly versatile. ... "
" ... Portable hand-held . ... "
" ... This is an awesome portable device, perfect for my podcast. ... "
" ... I recommend this product if you are serious about audio and I also recommend you purchase a charging block to carry in your pocket or rechargeable batteries. ... "
Features
4time, options, many
+100%
" ... So many settings and features and so little time! ... "
" ... It works and sounds just as good, but has more flexibility in features. ... "
" ... so many features. ... "
" ... Plenty of options and features. ... "
Build Quality
4rubberized coating, rubberized, rubber, recorder, coating
+50%
-50%
" ... Would be nuts to invest another $140 on a piece of equipment that’s as fragile as an eggshell. ... "
" ... I wish manufacturers would stop using this rubberized coating on their products. ... There's really no easy or safe way to remove this coating, since there are small rubber foot-pegs in the back, as well as the battery compartment. ... "
Controls
3menus, button, stereo, menu, easy to use
+67%
-33%
" ... The peak indicator is easy to notice, the buttons do make noise when adjusting the gain, so if you need to adjust, you might not want to do it during your session. ... "
" ... High quality, stereo audio at the touch of a button. ... "
Noise Cancellation
3background, eliminated, audio
+67%
-33%
" ... Paired with a noise cancelling headphones the audio sounds better than the actual sound. ... "
" ... The sound comes through really clearly, and most background noise is eliminated with the high-pass filter. ... "
Comfort
3weight, recorders, portable, little, hands
+100%
" ... Hands down one of the best multi track recorders. ... "
" ... Portable hand-held . ... "
" ... I use my earbuds to monitor real-time. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 4 meters
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes
Camera
Video: Yes
Memory
Memory: 32768 GB
Yes
VIDEO
32768 GB
MEMORY
4 meters
SIZE
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS