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Its onboard X/Y stereo condenser
mics are arranged with the right and left mics on the same axis.
This design ensures that the mics are always an equal distance from
the sound source for perfect localization without phase shifting.
Frequency response remains uniform throughout your recording. The
result is great stereo recording with natural depth and accurate
imaging every time. |
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Custom designed, onboard X/Y stereo
condenser mics allow variable recording patterns at either 90° or
120°. Our unique design lets you rotate each mic capsule from 90°
(standard) to 120° (wide-angle) stereo for the ultimate versatility
in any recording situation. Now your recordings can be richer than
ever before. |
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Choose up to 24-bit/96-kHz linear
PCM WAV files for audio resolution that surpasses CD quality. Or,
when maximum recording time with smaller file size is desired,
select a variety of MP3 formats to produce smaller files suitable
for web or e-mail distribution. |
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The H4n uses compact SD or
high-capacity SDHC memory cards of up to 32GB. Unlike other media
such as tape or discs, SD cards produce no mechanical noise, are not
disturbed by vibrations and are readily available for your
convenience.
Maximum Recordable Time
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Our new, digitally controlled,
high-quality preamplifier renders audio so precise, you'll sound
like you recorded in a world-class studio. And this new preamp means
you can make recording level adjustments on the fly. Of course, an
automatic level setting function is also built in to optimize the
level quickly as the situation requires. |
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Learning new songs is now a breeze
with the H4n's adjustable playback speed that ranges from 50 to 150
percent, while keeping pitch the same. This is also a great feature
for learning a language, conference recording, and various
electronic news gathering (ENG) situations. |
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With its low-cut filter, the H4n
effectively reduces unwanted background noise like wind or
air-conditioning noise. A variety of compressors and limiters help
to optimize the dynamic range while preventing distortion. |
Low-cut filter eliminates wind noise |
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For situations where you require
maximized, continuous recording operation you can select stamina
mode which effectively doubles battery life, letting you record
continuously for about 11 hours in 16-bit/44.1-kHz linear PCM
format.
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STAMINA Mode Switch |
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The H4n is the only handheld
recorder that features built-in combination XLR/Phone connectors
with phantom voltage source capability. With its Hi-Z inputs, you
can record guitars or other line output sources such as mixing
consoles. A separate external mic input supports plug-in power
microphones. |
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Proper miking is essential to making
a great recording. The H4n is the only handheld recorder that allows
recording on four channels simultaneously by using your own external
mics with its onboard mics. Use its built-in mixer to blend the
channels for perfectly balanced recordings of extraordinary depth
and clarity. |
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You can set your H4n to
automatically record whenever sound above your designated level is
detected. This ensures that you capture everything of importance
while minimizing blank sections such as when recording a conference
or lecture. |
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The H4n can also be set to
continuously record the most recent two seconds of audio in memory.
Now, you never miss the beginning of anything you want to record,
even when it begins suddenly. |
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Even without external software, you
can divide a recorded file at any desired point, right on the H4n. A
built-in normalizing feature lets you optimize the volume level, and
you can convert WAV files into MP3 directly on the unit as well. |
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You can choose between single-song
playback, single-song repeat, all-songs playback, or all-songs
repeat. This is great when you want to use the H4n as a personal
trainer for learning new music. A-B repeat even lets you zoom in on
a specified section of a song. |
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The H4n supports Broadcast Wave
Format (BWF) used in broadcasting and other professional A/V
applications. Recorded files carry time stamp information and you
can set markers (cue points) during recording or playback. |
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A stereo input signal can be mixed
down to mono to reduce unwanted sound source position shifts between
right and left channels. This is ideal for recording interviews. |
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The built-in M/S stereo decoder
allows the use of an external Mid-Side microphone setups. The H4n
converts the mid and side channel signals into a conventional stereo
(L/R) signal for even more versatility, and it's only found on the
H4n. |
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The MTR mode allows simultaneous
2-track recording and 4-track playback. With this feature, creating
songs by overdubbing vocals and instruments is a snap. Level and
panning can be adjusted individually for each track on the built-in
mixer, and you can even do a mixdown right on the H4n.
*In the MTR mode, the recording
format is fixed to 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV files. |
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Center cancel and pitch control
functions
With its center cancel function, the
H4n even lets you suppress audio that is recorded with center
imaging. And because the H4n also lets you alter pitch without
changing playback speed, you can choose source material, suppress
the center audio and use it as a backing track while recording a
vocal or guitar track.
Onboard effects include studio
effects and guitar amp models
The H4n offers a choice of 50
studio-quality DSP effects including compressor, chorus, phaser,
delay, and reverb. In addition, models of the most famous guitar
amps are included. Find tone perfection with classic amp models
during your recording sessions.
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For Guitar |
FD Clean, VX Clean, HW
Clean, US Blues, BG Crunch, MS #1959, PV Drive, Rect Vnt, DZ
Drive, TS+FD_Combo, SD+MS_Stack, FZ+MS_Stack |
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Bass |
SVT, Bassman, Hartke,
SuperBass, Sansamp, Tube Pre |
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The H4n has a number of useful tools
that will be welcomed by musicians. The built-in tuner allows for
quickly checking the pitch of a vocalist or tuning an instrument.
The selectable metronome sound can serve as a guide rhythm during
recording and is also great for practicing. |
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The H4n even has a built-in
reference speaker to let you check recordings without earphones. It
is also handy to preview playback when selecting recorded files. |
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A large, 1.9 inch LCD screen with
backlit graphic display shows all the tracking information at a
glance and makes it easy to navigate the functions of the unit. And
its new rubberized, shock resistant chassis also improves durability
while reducing handling noise. |
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The H4n is now a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
device, meaning that files can be transferred to a computer at the
highest rate available. Then use recording software for editing,
create your own original CDs, post your recordings on your myspace
page or send out your recordings by e-mail... the possibilities are
endless. |
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The H4n can record continuously for
about six hours on a set of two IEC R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
Use the supplied AC adaptor when working at home. The H4n also runs
on USB bus power when using the H4n as an audio interface. |
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A 1 GB SD card, windscreen, mic clip
adapter, AC adaptor, USB cable, protective case and Cubase LE
recording software are included. The windscreen is especially
helpful to reduce wind noise. A mic clip adapter for attaching the
unit to a standard mic stand is also included, or you can use the
built-in tripod mount with a standard camera tripod. |
*A tripod is not included. |
Go remote with the RC4
An optional remote controller
(RC4) gives you access to a range of functions including recording
start, play, stop, fast forward/reverse, recording level
adjustment, and input source switching. It is also useful for
preventing any handling noise. |
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Remote Controller RC4
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Included Accessories
SD Memory Card (1GB) |
Wind Screen
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Mic Clip Adaptor
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AC Adaptor(AD-14) |
USB Cable |
Protective Case |
H4n Names of Parts
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H4n SPECIFICATIONS
<STEREO Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous
Playback Tracks: 2 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Compressor/Limiter,
Mono Mix, M/SStereo Decoder, Auto-Rec, Pre-Rec, Tuner, Metronome,
A-B Repeat, Variable Speed Playback, File Dividing, Normalize, MP3
Post-Encode, Marker ●Recording Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit,
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz), MP3 (Bit Rate:
48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling
Frequency: 44.1kHz) ●Playback Format: WAV （Quantization: 16/24bit,
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz), MP3 (Bit Rate:
32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling
Frequency: 44.1/48kHz)
<4CH Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 4 ●Simultaneous
Playback Tracks: 4 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Compressor/Limiter,
M/S Stereo Decoder, Auto-Rec, Pre-Rec, Tuner, Metronome, A-B Repeat,
Normalize, Marker ●Recording Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit,
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48kHz) ●Playback Format: WAV (Quantization:
16/24bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48kHz)
<MTR Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous
Playback Tracks: 4 ●Effect: 50 types, 2 Modules, 60 patches
●Functions: Tuner,Metronome, Punch-In/Out, Bounce ●Recording Format:
WAV (Quantization:16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz) ●Playback
Format: WAV (Quantization:16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz)
<STAMINA Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous
Playback Tracks: 2 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Auto-Rec ●Recording
Format: WAV(Quantization: 16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz)
●Playback Format: WAV(Quantization: 16bit, Sampling Frequency:
44.1kHz)
<Common Specs>
●A/D Conversion: 24bit, 128times oversampling ●D/A
Conversion: 24bit,128times oversampling ●Signal Processing: 32bit
●Recording Media: SD memory card (16MB - 2GB), SDHC memory card (4GB
- 32GB) ●Display: 128 x 64pixel, 1.9-inch backlit LCD ●Balanced /
Unbalanced Input: 2 x XLR-1/4"phone combo Jack ●Input Impedance:
balanced input = 1kΩ balanced / pin 2 hot, unbalanced input = 480kΩ
unbalanced ●Input Level: balanced input = -10 to -42dBm, unbalanced
input = +2 to -32dBm ●Phantom Power Supply: 48V,24V, OFF ●Built-in
Stereo Mic: Unidirectional condenser microphone (Gain: +7 to +47dB)
●External Mic Input: 1/8" stereo phone jack(Plug- in powered,Input
impedance: 2kΩ, Input level: -7 to -47dBm) ●Phones / Line Output:
1/8" stereo phone jack ●Output Load Impedance: 10kΩ or more ●Rated
Output Level: -10dBm ●Phones Output Level: 20mW + 20mW into 32Ω load
●Built-in Speaker: 400mW 8Ω ●Phantom Power: 48V, 24V, OFF ●USB
Interface: Mini-B type (USB2.0 High Speed compatible), Mass Storage
Class operation / Audio Interface operation (16bit, 44.1kHz / 48kHz)
●Power Requirements: AA size (LR6) battery x 2, or AC adaptor
(DC5V/1A/center plus) ●Battery Life (with alkaline batteries): 6
hours (Normal mode), 11 hours (Stamina mode) ●Dimensions: 70(W) x
156.3(D) x 35(H)mm ●Weight: 280g (without batteries)
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*Windows(R), Windows(R) XP and Windows(R) Vista are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
*Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
*Steinberg and Cubase are registered trademarks of Steinberg Media
Technologies GmbH.
*The SD and SDHC logos are trademarks.
*The use of MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and Sisvel SpA.
*All other trademarks, product names, and company names mentioned in
this documentation are the property of their respective owners.
*All features and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
*Unauthorized recording of concerts, lectures and other public
performances is prohibited by law.
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H4n SPECIFICATIONS
<STEREO Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous Playback
Tracks: 2 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Compressor/Limiter, Mono Mix, M/SStereo
Decoder, Auto-Rec, Pre-Rec, Tuner, Metronome, A-B Repeat, Variable Speed
Playback, File Dividing, Normalize, MP3 Post-Encode, Marker ●Recording
Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz),
MP3 (Bit Rate: 48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR,
Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz) ●Playback Format: WAV （Quantization:
16/24bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz), MP3 (Bit Rate:
32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling
Frequency: 44.1/48kHz)
<4CH Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 4 ●Simultaneous Playback
Tracks: 4 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Compressor/Limiter, M/S Stereo
Decoder, Auto-Rec, Pre-Rec, Tuner, Metronome, A-B Repeat, Normalize,
Marker ●Recording Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling
Frequency: 44.1/48kHz) ●Playback Format: WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit,
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48kHz)
<MTR Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous Playback
Tracks: 4 ●Effect: 50 types, 2 Modules, 60 patches ●Functions:
Tuner,Metronome, Punch-In/Out, Bounce ●Recording Format: WAV
(Quantization:16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz) ●Playback Format: WAV
(Quantization:16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz)
<STAMINA Mode>
●Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 ●Simultaneous Playback
Tracks: 2 ●Functions: Lo-cut Filter, Auto-Rec ●Recording Format:
WAV(Quantization: 16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz) ●Playback Format:
WAV(Quantization: 16bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz)
<Common Specs>
●A/D Conversion: 24bit, 128times oversampling ●D/A
Conversion: 24bit,128times oversampling ●Signal Processing: 32bit
●Recording Media: SD memory card (16MB - 2GB), SDHC memory card (4GB -
32GB) ●Display: 128 x 64pixel, 1.9-inch backlit LCD ●Balanced /
Unbalanced Input: 2 x XLR-1/4"phone combo Jack ●Input Impedance:
balanced input = 1kΩ balanced / pin 2 hot, unbalanced input = 480kΩ
unbalanced ●Input Level: balanced input = -10 to -42dBm, unbalanced
input = +2 to -32dBm ●Phantom Power Supply: 48V,24V, OFF ●Built-in
Stereo Mic: Unidirectional condenser microphone (Gain: +7 to +47dB)
●External Mic Input: 1/8" stereo phone jack(Plug- in powered,Input
impedance: 2kΩ, Input level: -7 to -47dBm) ●Phones / Line Output: 1/8"
stereo phone jack ●Output Load Impedance: 10kΩ or more ●Rated Output
Level: -10dBm ●Phones Output Level: 20mW + 20mW into 32Ω load ●Built-in
Speaker: 400mW 8Ω ●Phantom Power: 48V, 24V, OFF ●USB Interface: Mini-B
type (USB2.0 High Speed compatible), Mass Storage Class operation /
Audio Interface operation (16bit, 44.1kHz / 48kHz) ●Power Requirements:
AA size (LR6) battery x 2, or AC adaptor (DC5V/1A/center plus) ●Battery
Life (with alkaline batteries): 6 hours (Normal mode), 11 hours (Stamina
mode) ●Dimensions: 70(W) x 156.3(D) x 35(H)mm ●Weight: 280g (without
batteries)
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*Windows(R),
Windows(R) XP and Windows(R) Vista are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
*Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
*Steinberg and Cubase are registered trademarks of Steinberg Media
Technologies GmbH.
*The SD and SDHC logos are trademarks.
*The use of MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Sisvel SpA.
*All other trademarks, product names, and company names mentioned in
this documentation are the property of their respective owners.
*All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*Unauthorized recording of concerts, lectures and other public
performances is prohibited by law.
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