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Zoom H4n Pro Handy Recorder - Black
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Capture Location Sound Like a ProZoom's Handy Recorders set the standard for portable field recording devices. Now Zoom raises the bar again with the H4n Pro. The H4n Pro's state-of-the-art XY mics, natural-sounding preamps, and ultra-low noise floor let you record everything with stunning realism, from the roar of a rocket to the drop of a pin. With its locking XLR/TRS connectors, the H4n Pro is ideal for recording film location sound, podcasts, and concerts. Flip from stereo to 4-chann
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Discussed in Help me out with some equipment suggestions in the TalkBass community
Frank Tuesday
Basslice was suggesting something like this: Zoom H4n Pro Handy Recorder - Black, which will record a stereo track live in the room. Great for recording a live track, but not for doing multi-track recording. This would be an standalone multitrack: Zoom R8 8-track SD Recorder / Interface /Sampler The F6 is designed more ... ... more
Aaron5
Thanks for those links, Frank. Yes, I can definitely see the resemblance between the R8 and the setup we had when I was in high school. As to your question about me and computer software, I can't think of when I've ever actually sat down and "learned" a new computer program. I build a lot of custom furniture, and so I did ... ... more
DirtDog
I'll second the Zoom R8 for this. Kind of like a Fostex 4-tracker on steroids. For a duo trying out multitrack recording, this hardware will be the next logical step into the digital realm for the OP. Everything you need is all in one box. @Aaron5 - what kind of computer do you have right now? ... more