Zoom H6 Audio Recorder
The Zoom H6 is a versatile 6-input/6-track portable recorder featuring interchangeable microphone capsules, four XLR/TRS combo inputs with a 32-bit float recording capability. It is ideal for musicians, filmmakers, and podcasters, offering up to 15 hours of battery life and acting as a USB audio interface.
- Interchangeable Capsules: The H6 includes a 3.0 XY capsule (with 19.4mm diaphragms) and is compatible with other Zoom 3.0 capsules (e.g., Mid-Side, Shotgun).
- Inputs & Recording: Features four locking XLR/TRS combo inputs with independent preamps and +48V phantom power. It supports recording up to 6 channels simultaneously at high resolutions (up to 96kHz or 192kHz depending on version).
- 32-Bit Float & Quality: 32-bit float technology, which provides a 132 dB dynamic range for distortion-free, high-quality audio without needing to set gain levels.
I/O
- XLR/TRS Combo Jacks: Four main inputs with independent gain knobs and -20dB pads for external mics or line-level gear.
- Phantom Power: Supplies +12V, +24V, or +48V to professional condenser microphones.
- Angled Color Display: A 2-inch LCD tilted for easy viewing when the device is mounted on top of a camera.
Audio Quality & Formats
- High-Resolution Audio: Records in BWF-compliant WAV (up to 24-bit/96kHz) or various MP3 formats.
- Safety Features: Includes “Auto-record,” “Pre-record,” and “Backup-record” (which saves a duplicate track at -12dB to prevent clipping).
- Onboard Effects: Built-in low-cut filtering, compression, and limiting to polish sound before it hits the SD card.
Portability & Build
- Power Options: Runs on4 AA batteries (up to 20 hours of use) or via USB bus power.
- Rugged Design: Features a rubberised “All Black” finish for better grip and durability in the field .
- Mounting: Includes a standard tripod mount and can be attached to a DSLR hot shoe using an adapter.
