Zoom H6 is a handheld audio recorder with four XLR/TRS combo inputs and an interchangeable stereo XYH-6 capsule. Records WAV up to 24 bit / 96 kHz to SD/SDHC/SDXC cards; inputs 1–4 have 12/24/48 V phantom power and gain up to 55.5 dB.
On set it serves as a recorder for boom and lavaliers or as a backup to the camera’s audio. It runs on 4× AA with more than 20 h runtime (alkaline) or via USB; the 3.5 mm line out can be run to the camera.
Ideal for
dialogue on set
interviews
podcasts on location
sound effects and atmospheres
audio backup for camera
Why Zoom H6
Four XLR/TRS inputs – Boom and lavalier at once, phantom power separately for each input.
Replacement capsules – X/Y capsule included, optional M/S or other inputs.
Recording 24 bit / 96 kHz – WAV in BWF format for post-production.
AA / USB power – More than 20 h on alkaline batteries.
Key specs
Type
Audio recorder
Connector
4× XLR/TRS combo, 3.5 mm input on capsule, 3.5 mm line out and headphones
Power
4× AA, USB bus power or AD-17 adapter (5 V / 1 A); more than 20 h on alkaline AA
Weight
280 g (without capsule), XYH-6 capsule 130 g
Recording and inputs
Formats
WAV 16/24 bit, 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz (BWF); MP3
Tracks
up to 6 inputs at once (with EXH-6 capsule), max. 8 WAV tracks
