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Is it possible to use the H4N to listen to a karaoke song while recording voice?

Hello all, I recently bought the H4N and I'm more than happy with it. It's just great but I have a doubt. I would like to record some songs (karaoke versions) but I can't find a way to play the song in the H4N while using headphones so the mic doesn't pic up the song, and, at the same time, record my voice on a different track.

Zoom H4n + MXL 603s = Low Frequency "Bumps"

I am just getting into sound and am very much a novice. I recently purchased a Zoom H4n and a pair of MXL 603s. I'm attempting to record a choir I'm in using this gear. I've made some test recordings and have also recorded a rehearsal. In these recordings I'm noticing a low frequency bumping noise.

H4n and the Bricasti M7

An interesting comparison using a ZOOM H4N and the Bricasti (before vs after) in a mastering process..

I'm a Proud Dad. My 15 year old daughter playing the piano with the symphony last night.
I used an H4N in the audience, took it home and ran it through the Bricasti - Amsterdam Hall.

(I'll remove this soon so if you are interested, here it is)

Zoom H4n vs Low end M Audio interface

So I've been digging around and stumbled on these Zoom H4n (Or H2) portable recording devices. From everything I'm reading online these things sound like a dream come true for those like me who are on a budget. I currently have a M Audio Interface unit (lower price range) which I've been plugging mics in directly for recording.