Zoom H4 Recorder

[quinterbourne]

I posted this question under another topic in another forum and I didn't get any response, so I thought I'd try here.

I've had an eye on a Zoom H4 recorder for a while. I was wondering how it picks up the low frequencies. Most commercial recording equipment just picks up the high stuff so recording something like Prokofiev 5 could be somewhat useless.

Anybody have any experiences recording with one these? Excerpts, solo, or even brass quintet or tuba quartet? Post or PM me if you'd like.

[tbn.al]

I've had one for about a month and I absolutely love it. I use it to record quintet rehearsals. It does wonderfully throughout the spectrum including low tuba parts. I will be recording a gig tomorrow in a hospital foyer. Marble floors, etc. PM me your email address and I'll email you a sample and you can see for yourself. I'll be using the built in mics. I haven't tried pro mics yet but it will drive them with phantom power.

[Frank Byrne]

Highly recommended! I've had mine about a month and love it.

The only caveat -- use good headphones for playback. Cheap headphones don't reproduce the low frequencies of the tuba well, but with decent 'phones, it's a great tool and easy to use.

I am still experimenting with placement and other things, but I am very happy with it and highly recommend it.

One complaint: the very accurate recordings are a leeetle too accurate sometimes for my comfort and self-esteem.

Frank

[quinterbourne]

One complaint: the very accurate recordings are a leeetle too accurate sometimes for my comfort and self-esteem.

Amen brother!