Zoom H4N Battery Life?

[awmeyertimmy]

I just picked up one of these and haven't used it in the field yet.  Anyone used for recordings while simultaneously using it to provide phantom power to external mics?  If so, what kind of battery life can I expect?  Thanks so much! -a

[gormenghast]

If open taping you can use an external battery.  I don't remember the tip size.  There is a video on youtube where the guy has a link to the cable.

[awmeyertimmy]

It runs off of 2 NiMH AA's.  I'm assuming that won't last long enough to get through an entire ~3hr concert?

[awmeyertimmy]

What is a good cheap external battery I could use? Thoughts? Thanks in advance!

[rippleish20]

Looks like you could use an inexpensive USB battery with the right cable

https://www.amazon.com/USB-power-cable-Zoom-Recorder/dp/B00GC1HIF6

[awmeyertimmy]

That cord would work Great! Any suggestions for a cheap battery? Thanks in advance!

[dallman]

That cord would work Great! Any suggestions for a cheap battery? Thanks in advance!

There are dozens to choose from, but here is a pretty inexpensive one that should power your zoom for more than you'll need:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHFLRPN/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B06XHFLRPN&pd_rd_wg=BE58s&pd_rd_r=R82QGK2JF5Z948G8CJAW&pd_rd_w=NeVhT&keywords=external%205v%20battery

[awmeyertimmy]

Thanks everyone!