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<blockquote data-quote="Craig Basten" data-source="post: 75881" data-attributes="member: 1197"><p>Re: Zoom H4N Recorder</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I spent a lot of time late last year going back and forth between buying the H4N and the Tascam DR-40. I was looking to do almost exactly what you're looking to do...simple, hassle-free board recordings. </p><p> </p><p>I finally settled on the Tascam because:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The Dual recording feature really sold me...this allows you to make a second stereo recording off of the same source at a lower level...automatic backup recording.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Can switch between an A/B or X/Y mic configuration.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The unit itself seemed more stout...caged mics, etc.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Neutrik locking XLR's/combo jacks. The Tascam will take TRS, the Zoom 1/4" ins are <strong>TS only</strong> according to the manual.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Prerecord mode - when you ready the record mode (paused) it automatically tracks the three seconds prior to you starting the recording. This has resulted in saving a few missed downbeats for me.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Reading the manuals for both, it seemed that the Tascam was a lot simpler to use for the way I planned to use it.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Both units have four track recording so that wasn't a differentiator.</p><p></p><p>I've had it for about three months and it's been a super device. Easy to use, always a good recording, easy to get line level signal without clipping the inputs. Incredibly easy to cut tracks and start a new file during recording too, that was a pleasant bonus. I couldn't be happier with it.</p><p></p><p>The only downsides I've seen are:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">I need to use my keys to pop open the card slot cover, which is a minor irritant.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The Tascam doesn't come with much in terms of accessories (case, mic stand adapter, windscreen). I got around the case issue by using this $10 <a href="http://www.planomolding.com/product.php?BCCID=119&PID=811" target="_blank">Plano pistol box</a>, which actually worked out better because I have room for an adapter and batteries in the box. For power I've been using an old Blackberry USB supply which works great.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Hope that helps,</p><p>Craig</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Craig Basten, post: 75881, member: 1197"] Re: Zoom H4N Recorder I spent a lot of time late last year going back and forth between buying the H4N and the Tascam DR-40. I was looking to do almost exactly what you're looking to do...simple, hassle-free board recordings. I finally settled on the Tascam because: [LIST] [*]The Dual recording feature really sold me...this allows you to make a second stereo recording off of the same source at a lower level...automatic backup recording. [*]Can switch between an A/B or X/Y mic configuration. [*]The unit itself seemed more stout...caged mics, etc. [*]Neutrik locking XLR's/combo jacks. The Tascam will take TRS, the Zoom 1/4" ins are [B]TS only[/B] according to the manual. [*]Prerecord mode - when you ready the record mode (paused) it automatically tracks the three seconds prior to you starting the recording. This has resulted in saving a few missed downbeats for me. [*]Reading the manuals for both, it seemed that the Tascam was a lot simpler to use for the way I planned to use it. [/LIST] Both units have four track recording so that wasn't a differentiator. I've had it for about three months and it's been a super device. Easy to use, always a good recording, easy to get line level signal without clipping the inputs. Incredibly easy to cut tracks and start a new file during recording too, that was a pleasant bonus. I couldn't be happier with it. The only downsides I've seen are: [LIST] [*]I need to use my keys to pop open the card slot cover, which is a minor irritant. [*]The Tascam doesn't come with much in terms of accessories (case, mic stand adapter, windscreen). I got around the case issue by using this $10 [URL="http://www.planomolding.com/product.php?BCCID=119&PID=811"]Plano pistol box[/URL], which actually worked out better because I have room for an adapter and batteries in the box. For power I've been using an old Blackberry USB supply which works great. [/LIST] Hope that helps, Craig [/QUOTE]
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