H6studio

Studio-Quality Audio Anywhere: 32-bit float recording, large-diaphragm XY mics, and F-Series preamps for unmatched clarity

Wide Dynamic Range: Handles up to 140 dB SPL with 132 dB of dynamic range

Flexible Recording Formats: Switch easily between 32-bit float and 16/24-bit formats

Multi-Track Capability: Capture up to 8 tracks at once (6 inputs + 2 stereo mixes)

Minimized Interference: RF shielding and shock-mounted mics reduce noise

Smart Limiters: "Look-ahead" technology prevents distortion before it happens

Robust Connectivity: Four XLR/TRS inputs with phantom power + stereo mini jack

Capsule System 3.0: Expandable mic options including wireless support (WLM-1)

Visual Feedback: Switchable display for input levels and waveform monitoring

Versatile Outputs: Headphone out, line out for cameras, and onboard speaker

USB Audio Interface: 6-in/2-out support for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android

Timecode Sync: Precise sync via optional TCA-1 or wireless with UltraSync BLUE

Remote Control: iOS app for managing and syncing multiple recorders

Pro Tools Built-In: Low-cut filter, mono mode, WAV export, and playback tools

Long Battery Life: Up to 15 hours with AA batteries or USB power

Accessible Design: Audible menu navigation and multiple language options

Optional Accessory Pack: Includes case, windscreen, USB-C cable, and AC adapter

General Specifications

Portable audio recorder with interchangeable mic capsules

8-track simultaneous recording

6-track simultaneous playback

Inputs and Outputs

Mic Capsule Input: 1

MIC/LINE Inputs (Mono): 4 (XLR/TRS combo jacks: XLR 2 HOT, TRS TIP HOT)

LINE OUT: 1 stereo mini jack

Headphone Output: 1 stereo mini jack

Built-in Speaker: 1 mono speaker

XY Mic (XYH-5s) Specifications

Stereo Format: 90 XY

Pickup Pattern: Unidirectional

Sensitivity: "41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz

Maximum SPL: 140 dB SPL

Connector: 1 stereo mini jack

Input Gain: '∞ " +60 dB

Input Impedance: 2 kΩ or more

MIC/LINE (Mono) Input Specifications

Connector: 4 XLR/TRS combo jacks

Input Gain: '∞ " +60 dB

Input Impedance MIC: 3 kΩ or more

Input Impedance LINE: 3 kΩ or more

Maximum Input Level MIC: +4 dBu

Maximum Input Level LINE: +24 dBu

Phantom Power: +48 V

Equivalent Input Noise: '127 dBu or less (IHF-A) at 150Ω input

Output Specifications

LINE OUT Connector: 1 stereo mini jack

Maximum Output Level (LINE OUT): +1 dBu

Output Impedance (LINE OUT): 110 Ω or less

Headphone Connector: 1 stereo mini jack

Maximum Output Level (Headphone): 20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω load)

Output Impedance (Headphone): 10 Ω or less

Built-in Speaker Type: 20 mm - 30 mm elliptical dynamic speaker

Effective Maximum Output: 250 mW

Recording Specifications

Formats: WAV 44.1/48/96/192 kHz, 16-bit/24-bit/32-bit float, mono/stereo

Supported Formats: BWF, iXML

Recording Media: microSDHC, microSDXC memory cards

Playback Specifications

Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks: 6

Display

Size: 2.00" full-color LCD

Resolution: 320 - 240

USB Interface

Connector: USB Type-C (USB 2.0 High Speed)

Audio Interface Input/Output Channels: 6 in / 2 out (Multi), 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)

Sampling Frequencies: 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface), 44.1/48 kHz (audio + onboard recording)

Bit Depths: 24-bit, 32-bit float

USB Bus Power: Supported

File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed

Remote Control

Compatible with ZOOM BTA-1 Wireless Adapter

Power Supply

4 - AA Batteries (alkaline, lithium, or NiMH)

AC Adapter: ZOOM AD-17, DC 5V/1A

USB Bus Power: Supported

Battery Life (Estimated, Varies by Use Case)

2-Track Recording @ 48 kHz/32-bit float, No Phantom Power: Alkaline: ~15 hrs, NiMH (1900 mAh): ~12 hrs, Lithium: ~26 hrs

6-Track Recording (XYH-5s + Inputs 1"4), No Phantom Power: Alkaline: ~4.5 hrs, NiMH: ~5 hrs, Lithium: ~11 hrs

6-Track Recording @ 192 kHz/32-bit float, Phantom Power On: Alkaline: ~2 hrs, NiMH: ~3 hrs, Lithium: ~6.5 hrs

Power Consumption

5 W maximum

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions: 83.0 mm (W) - 221.0 mm (D) - 54.5 mm (H)

Weight (including batteries): 477 g

Reference

0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms