Zoom – H6studio

Studio Quality Sound for Any Recording, Anywhere. Pro-Sound from the First Take.

Pro Sound Every Time You Press Record:
– The H6studio features large-diaphragm XY microphones, 4 studio-grade preamps, and 32-bit float recording with dedicated gain knobs. Built with F-Series technology, it’s the most advanced Handy Recorder to date.

The Power of F-Series Preamps:
– The H6studio’s preamps deliver ultra-clean audio (-127 dBu EIN). Paired with dual A/D converters and 32-bit float, they provide 132 dB of dynamic range to capture every nuance.

The Perfect Pair:
– The onboard mics are stacked at a 90 angle to form a perfect X/Y pair. This minimizes phase cancellation commonly experienced with AB and other mic arrangements that can result in hollow sound.

Bigger Mics, Bigger Sound:
– The H6studio’s 19.4-mm microphones capture a rich, flat-response with a wide dynamic range that can withstand 140 dB SPL, enough for a jet engine.

Switch Formats, Not Recorders:
– 32-bit float and 16/24-bit formats each have their advantages. 32-bit float prevents clipping but requires post-production. 16/24-bit eliminates the need for post-processing but requires gain adjustment to prevent clipping.
– The H6studio offers the best of both worlds with 32-bit float and dedicated gain knobs no clipping and no need for post-production. And with the dedicated format switch, you can adapt your workflow quickly.

6 Tracks Plus a Stereo Mix:
– Record with sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz. The H6studio can capture up to 8 tracks* at once – 6 individual tracks plus a stereo mix.

* Stereo mix is only available at 96 kHz

The Noise Stops Here:
– Carefully designed RF shielding blocks interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi, while the shock-mounted mics help reduce handling noise.

Limiters That Look Ahead:
– The H6studio features “advanced look-ahead” limiters which anticipate potential overloads and prevent distortion before it reaches your track.

4 XLR/TRS Inputs + Stereo Mini Jack:
– The H6studio includes 4 locking XLR/TRS inputs with +48 V phantom power and +4 dBu line-level support. It also has a stereo mini jack with plug-in power.

Next-Generation Capsule System:
– The H6studio’s 3.0 capsule system* supports 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording. Use the included mic connector cover when no capsules are needed.

* Compatible with SSH-6e, EXH-6e, WLM-1, XYH-6e

See Your Sound in Real Time:
– See your levels and waveforms at the same time. Tap the DISP key to switch between level meter only or waveform view.

Versatile Output Options:
– Headphone Out: Use the loud 20-mW headphone output to monitor or listen back to your recordings in any environment
– Line Out: Use the 3.5-mm stereo Line Out to connect directly to a camera, easily syncing your audio and video
– Onboard Speaker: The built-in speaker has a maximum output of 250 mW for previewing recordings on the spot

USB Audio Interface:
– Use the H6studio as a 6-in / 2-out USB audio interface for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android, supporting 32-bit float and 16/24-bit recording. Stream and simultaneously record a backup to the microSD card.

Handy Control & Sync:
– With the Zoom Handy Control & Sync app for iOS, you can remotely manage multiple Zoom recorders*, control start/stop, and synchronize timecode effortlessly.**

* Current Compatible Models: H6studio, H5studio, H2essential
** TCA-1 or BTA-1 required

Premium Features:

– Mono Mode for Recording Interviews, Narration, and Vocals
– Low-Cut Filter to Suppress Low-Frequency Noise
– Normalizing and Exporting Audio Files in 24-Bit / 16-Bit WAV Formats
– Variable Speed Playback (0.5 to 2.0 x) and A-B Repeat Playback of Recorded Files
– The Recording Start Tone Function Useful for Aligning Audio with Video
– Records onto microSDHC/microSDXC Cards up to 2 TB*

* Sold separately

15-Hour Battery
– Operates on 4 AA alkaline batteries for up to 15 hours of recording. For longer sessions, use a USB mobile battery or AC adapter*.

* AD-17 sold separately

Designed for Everyone
– The H6studio is designed with accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.

Specs:

Input and Output Channels
– Inputs: Mic Capsule: 1 | Mic/Line (Mono): 4
– Outputs: Line Out: 1 | Headphone: 1 | Built-in Speaker (Mono): 1

Inputs
– XY Mic (XYH-5s): 90 XY Stereo Format | Pickup Pattern: Unidirectional | Sensitivity: 41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz | Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 140 dB SPL
– Mic/Line In (XYH-5s): Connector: 1 Stereo Mini Jack | Input Gain: +60 dB | Input Impedance: 2 k or More | Plug-in Power: 2.5 V
– Mic/Line (Mono): Connectors: 4 XLR/TRS Combo Jacks (XLR: 2 Hot; TRS: Tip Hot) | Input Gain: +60 dB | Input Impedance: Mic: 3 k or More; Line: 3 k or More | Maximum Input Level: Mic: +4 dBu; Line: +24 dBu | Phantom Power: +48 V | Equivalent Input Noise: 127 dBu or Less (IHF-A) at 150 Input

Outputs
– Line Out: Connector: 1 Stereo Mini Jack | Maximum Output Level: +1 dBu | Output Impedance: 110 or Less
– Headphone: Connector: 1 Stereo Mini Jack | Maximum Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (When 32 Load) | Output Impedance: 10 or Less
– Built-in Speaker: Type: 20 mm x 30 mm Elliptical Dynamic Speaker | Effective Maximum Output: 250 mW

Recorder
– Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 8
– Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks: 6
– Recording Formats: WAV | 44.1/48/96/192 kHz | 16-Bit/24-Bit/32-Bit Float | Mono/Stereo | BWF and iXML Formats Supported
– Recording Media: microSDHC Memory Cards | microSDXC Memory Cards

Display
– 2.00″ Full-Color LCD: 320 x 240

USB
– Connector: USB Type-C (Use a USB Cable That Supports Data Transfer)
– Audio Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed | Input and Output Channels: 6 In / 2 Out (Multi); 2 In / 2 Out (Stereo) | Sampling Frequencies: 44.1/48/96 kHz (Audio Interface Only); 44.1/48 kHz (Audio Interface + Onboard Recording) | Bit Depths: 24-Bit, 32-Bit Float
– File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed

Remote
– Dedicated Wireless Adapter: Zoom BTA-1

Power
– 4 AA Batteries: Alkaline, Lithium or Rechargeable NiMH Batteries
– AC Adapter: Zoom AD-17 (DC 5 V / 1 A)
– USB Bus Power Is Supported

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 2-Track (XYH-5s) Recording
– Alkaline Batteries: About 15 Hours
– NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 12 Hours
– Lithium Batteries: About 26 Hours

* At 48 kHz / 32-Bit Float with Phantom Power Off, No Headphones, No Line Out, No Remote, Power Saving On, Display Brightness Medium
* These Values Are Approximate
* Continuous Battery Operation Times Were Determined Using In-House Testing Methods. They Will Vary Greatly According to Use Conditions.

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 6-Track (XYH-5s and Inputs 14) Recording
– Alkaline Batteries: About 4.5 Hours
– NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 5 Hours
– Lithium Batteries: About 11 Hours

* At 48 kHz / 32-Bit Float with Phantom Power Off, Headphones Used (33 Load), No Line Out, No Remote, Power Saving On, Display Brightness Medium
* These Values Are Approximate
* Continuous Battery Operation Times Were Determined Using In-House Testing Methods. They Will Vary Greatly According to Use Conditions.

Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 6-Track (XYH-5s and Inputs 14) Recording
– Alkaline Batteries: About 2 Hours
– NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 3 Hours
– Lithium Batteries: About 6.5 Hours

* At 192 kHz / 32-Bit Float with Phantom Power On (Inputs 1-4), Headphones Used (33 Load), Line Out Used (10 k Load), Remote Used (BTA-1), Power Saving On, Display Brightness Bright
* These Values Are Approximate
* Continuous Battery Operation Times Were Determined Using In-House Testing Methods. They Will Vary Greatly According to Use Conditions.

Misc.
– Power Consumption: 5 W Maximum
– Dimensions (W x D x H): 83.0 mm x 221.0 mm x 54.5 mm
– Weight (Including Batteries): 477 g

* Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms *