Zoom R4 MultiTrak

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Zoom R4 MultiTrak

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R4 MultiTrak

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Product Info

Article Number: 577532
Brand: Zoom
Model: R4 MultiTrak
Price: $209.00

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The Zoom R4 is a clever little unit for songwriters, podcasters, and musicians needing a quick and easy way to capture ideas on the fly. It’s a surprisingly capable portable recorder, offering decent sound quality and a good range of effects in a compact, battery-powered package – perfect for capturing live performances or laying down basic tracks anywhere.

Product Description

  • Zoom R4 MultiTrak
  • Portable 4-Track Recorder
  • 2 Recording tracks
  • 4 playback tracks and separate Bounce-Track
  • With 32-bit float / 48kHz
  • No need for gain adjustment thanks to 32Bit signal conversion and high quality low-noise microphone preamplifiers (-120dB EIN)
  • 2 XLR/TRS COmbo jacks for microphones
  • instruments and line signals as well as one build-in microphone
  • Switchable +48V phantom power
  • Headphone output (3.5mm stereo jack)
  • Per track 3-band EQ
  • panorama
  • echo and reverb effects
  • Amp simulations
  • delays
  • distortions for input A
  • USB-C audio interface with 2 inputs and 2 outputs
  • Metronome with rhythm-section and 40 drum pattern (Rock
  • Hip-Hop
  • Funk
  • Heavy Metal and more)
  • Recording on microSD Card (max. 1TB)
  • 2" Colour display and fader for each track
  • Powered via 4 x AA batteries or USB-C port
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 74 x 138 x 36 mm
  • Weight: 287 g
PROS
  • • Excellent preamps deliver surprisingly clean and low-noise recordings.
  • • Compact size and battery power offer true portability for field recording.
  • • Intuitive fader controls provide tactile feedback for mixing on the go.
  • • Built-in effects are surprisingly usable for quick demos and experimentation.
CONS
  • • Limited track count restricts complex recording projects; 4 is a hard limit.
  • • The built-in mic is adequate but won't replace dedicated studio mics.
  • • Plastic construction feels less robust than more expensive studio recorders.

Product Video

Key Features

Tracks 2 recording, 4 playback, 1 bounce
Max Sample Rate 48kHz
Effects 3-band EQ, reverb, echo, amp sims, delays, distortion
Storage microSD card up to 1TB
Connections 2 XLR/TRS combo, headphone 3.5mm, USB-C (2 in/2 out)
Weight Approximately 1.1 lbs (0.5 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it *can*, the limited number of inputs makes it best suited for simpler recording scenarios, not full band tracking.
The preamps are surprisingly good for the price, but you'll notice a difference in dynamic range and overall clarity compared to higher-end units.
The USB-C connection is generally stable, but using a high-quality USB cable is recommended to minimize potential dropouts.

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