The H4n has a combination of feature, which make recording high definition audio at 24-bit/96k Hz easy, & portable. The H4n is ideal for people wishing to record audio to be used in film or media, as well as for music recordings. The H4n has integral X/Y stereo condenser microphones, as well as a digitally controlled mic pre-amp, & the ability to allow variable recording patterns of either 90° or 120 °. The H4n has the ability to use both its internal & external microphones simultaneously for 4-channel recording. The quality of recordings can be further enhanced by using supplementary equipment. In particular for the musically inclined the Zoom H4n is has a user friendly multi-track recording capability along with Hi-Z Inputs for recording guitar & bass. Not to mention features such as variable speed playback for “phrase training”, onboard studio effects, & more than 50 guitar & bass amp modelling settings. In technically terms the Zoom H4n records high-resolution audio at 24bit/96k Hz on SD/SDHC media of up to 32GB & is USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0, & as such a Hi-Speed device, which allows files to be transferred to your computer at the highest rate available. The included Cubase LE recording software means that you can edit & create your own CDs, to post your recordings, or to send them by e-mail as you wish! The Zoom H4n field recorder is shipped with a 1 GB SD card, wind screen, mic clip adapter, AC adapter, USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable, protective case & Cubase LE recording software. Physically this Zoom portable digital recorder has a large 1.9 inch LCD screen, an all-metal microphone, a robust & rubberised, shock resistant body for enhanced chassis protection & reduced handling noise. The H4n was designed with a built-in mounting joint for tripod & microphone stand use. Impressively the H4n has the ability to operate continuously for an incredible 10 hours on one set of AA batteries. The possibilities are endless!