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Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder

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Pro Audio Everytime You Press Record

The H6studio features large-diaphragm XY microphones, four 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 F-series preamps deliver ultra-clean audio (-127 dBu EIN). Paired with dual A/D converters and 32-bit float recording, they provide 132 dB of dynamic range capturing every nuance.

Capture Bigger Sound

The H6studio’s 19.4mm microphones capture a rich, flat-response with 123 dB of dynamic range and can withstand 140 dB SPL, enough for a jet engine.

A Perfect Pair

The H6studio’s mics are stacked at a 90º 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.

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 + Stereo Mix

The H6studio supports sampling rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz. Capture up to 8 tracks* at once - 6 individual tracks plus a stereo mix.

*Up to 8 tracks (6 inputs + 2 stereo mixes) at 96kHZ
Up to 6 tracks (6 inputs) at 192kHZ

The Noise Stops Here

Carefully designed RF shielding blocks interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi. The mics on the XYH-5s capsule use shock mounting to reduce handling noise.

Limiters That Think Ahead

The H6studio’s advanced “look-ahead” limiters catch peaks early to prevent distortion, avoiding clipping in 16/24-bit and removes the need for post-recording adjustments when using 32-bit float.

Four XLR/TRS Inputs + Stereo Mini Jack

The H6studio includes four locking XLR/TRS inputs with +48V phantom power and +4dBu line-level support, plus a stereo mini jack*.
*supports plug-in powered mics.

More Information
Product Name Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder
Brand Zoom
Condition New
MPN ZH6STUDIO
UPC 4515260030385
Shipping Option Free Shipping to the Continental U.S.

What's in the Box?

  • Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder

Inputs

Mic Capsule 90° XY stereo format, unidirectional, sensitivity –41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum Sound Pressure Input (XYH-5s) 140 dB SPL
Connector (XYH-5s) 1 stereo mini jack
Input Gain (XYH-5s) −∞ to +60 dB
Input Impedance (XYH-5s) 2 kΩ or more
MIC/LINE (Mono) 4 × XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: Pin 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)
Input Gain (Mono) −∞ to +60 dB
Input Impedance MIC: 3 kΩ or more; LINE: 3 kΩ 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 Ω input

Outputs

LINE OUT 1 stereo mini jack, maximum output level +1 dBu, output impedance 110 Ω or less
Headphone Output 1 stereo mini jack, maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW (32 Ω load), output impedance 10 Ω or less
Built-in Speaker 20 × 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, 16/24/32-bit float, mono/stereo, BWF and iXML supported
Recording Media microSDHC/microSDXC (see ZOOM site for compatible cards)

Display

Type 2.00" full-color LCD (320 × 240)

USB Audio Interface

Connector USB Type-C (data transfer supported, bus power supported)
USB Standard USB 2.0 High Speed
Input/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 + recording)
Bit Depths 24-bit, 32-bit float

Remote Control

Compatibility Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1)

Power

Power Supply 4 × AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, NiMH), AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17, DC 5V/1A), USB bus power supported
Battery Life (Approximate) 2-track (48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom off): Alkaline ~15 h, NiMH (1900 mAh) ~12 h, Lithium ~26 h
6-track (48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom off, headphones used): Alkaline ~4.5 h, NiMH ~5 h, Lithium ~11 h
6-track (192 kHz/32-bit float, phantom on, headphones + line out + remote): Alkaline ~2 h, NiMH ~3 h, Lithium ~6.5 h
Power Consumption 5 W maximum

Physical

Dimensions (W × D × H) 83.0 × 221.0 × 54.5 mm (3.27 × 8.70 × 2.15 in)
Weight (Including Batteries) 477 g (1.05 lb)
Reference 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder

Details

Pro Audio Everytime You Press Record

The H6studio features large-diaphragm XY microphones, four 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 F-series preamps deliver ultra-clean audio (-127 dBu EIN). Paired with dual A/D converters and 32-bit float recording, they provide 132 dB of dynamic range capturing every nuance.

Capture Bigger Sound

The H6studio’s 19.4mm microphones capture a rich, flat-response with 123 dB of dynamic range and can withstand 140 dB SPL, enough for a jet engine.

A Perfect Pair

The H6studio’s mics are stacked at a 90º 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.

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 + Stereo Mix

The H6studio supports sampling rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz. Capture up to 8 tracks* at once - 6 individual tracks plus a stereo mix.

*Up to 8 tracks (6 inputs + 2 stereo mixes) at 96kHZ
Up to 6 tracks (6 inputs) at 192kHZ

The Noise Stops Here

Carefully designed RF shielding blocks interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi. The mics on the XYH-5s capsule use shock mounting to reduce handling noise.

Limiters That Think Ahead

The H6studio’s advanced “look-ahead” limiters catch peaks early to prevent distortion, avoiding clipping in 16/24-bit and removes the need for post-recording adjustments when using 32-bit float.

Four XLR/TRS Inputs + Stereo Mini Jack

The H6studio includes four locking XLR/TRS inputs with +48V phantom power and +4dBu line-level support, plus a stereo mini jack*.
*supports plug-in powered mics.

More Information
Product Name Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder
Brand Zoom
Condition New
MPN ZH6STUDIO
UPC 4515260030385
Shipping Option Free Shipping to the Continental U.S.

What's in the Box?

Zoom H6Studio Handheld Recorder
Tech Specs

Inputs

Mic Capsule 90° XY stereo format, unidirectional, sensitivity –41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum Sound Pressure Input (XYH-5s) 140 dB SPL
Connector (XYH-5s) 1 stereo mini jack
Input Gain (XYH-5s) −∞ to +60 dB
Input Impedance (XYH-5s) 2 kΩ or more
MIC/LINE (Mono) 4 × XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: Pin 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)
Input Gain (Mono) −∞ to +60 dB
Input Impedance MIC: 3 kΩ or more; LINE: 3 kΩ 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 Ω input

Outputs

LINE OUT 1 stereo mini jack, maximum output level +1 dBu, output impedance 110 Ω or less
Headphone Output 1 stereo mini jack, maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW (32 Ω load), output impedance 10 Ω or less
Built-in Speaker 20 × 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, 16/24/32-bit float, mono/stereo, BWF and iXML supported
Recording Media microSDHC/microSDXC (see ZOOM site for compatible cards)

Display

Type 2.00" full-color LCD (320 × 240)

USB Audio Interface

Connector USB Type-C (data transfer supported, bus power supported)
USB Standard USB 2.0 High Speed
Input/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 + recording)
Bit Depths 24-bit, 32-bit float

Remote Control

Compatibility Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1)

Power

Power Supply 4 × AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, NiMH), AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17, DC 5V/1A), USB bus power supported
Battery Life (Approximate) 2-track (48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom off): Alkaline ~15 h, NiMH (1900 mAh) ~12 h, Lithium ~26 h
6-track (48 kHz/32-bit float, phantom off, headphones used): Alkaline ~4.5 h, NiMH ~5 h, Lithium ~11 h
6-track (192 kHz/32-bit float, phantom on, headphones + line out + remote): Alkaline ~2 h, NiMH ~3 h, Lithium ~6.5 h
Power Consumption 5 W maximum

Physical

Dimensions (W × D × H) 83.0 × 221.0 × 54.5 mm (3.27 × 8.70 × 2.15 in)
Weight (Including Batteries) 477 g (1.05 lb)
Reference 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
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