Re: Portable audio recording device

The H4 does have line level inputs (you have to convert the XLR to TRS 1/4" plugs) I have one and while the sound is OK I have had problems with basic operation and workflow. It does not retain operation settings when you remove the memory card which disconnects the batteries. (A SD card to USB adaptor is much faster for transferring files than through the H4's USB output) The operating system is cumbersome and not friendly if you are in a hurry. I recently got an Olympus LM-10 and I am much happier. OS is straight forward, it is smaller and the on board mics sound better. You can also adjust volume without going into the menu. It has no XLR's but my mixer has a 1/8" stereo out.
Hope this helps.
Drew

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