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Zoom H6 Audio Recorder

Mics & Audio - Zoom H6 Audio Recorder
Zoom H6 Audio Recorder

Overview

The Zoom H6 Audio Recorder comes with both X/Y and Mid-Side stereo mics.  It can be used for live recording as well as studio-quality music production, offering 6 tracks of simultaneous record-ing and 4 mic/line inputs.

Feature Highlights

Primary Features:

  • Modular Mic and Input System
  • Includes XY Microphone Module
  • Includes Mid-Side Microphone Module
  • Four XLR/TRS Inputs
  • Record up to 6 Simultaneous Channels

Additional Features:

  • Record up to 24-bit/96kHz Audio
  • Doubles as USB Audio Interface
  • Uses SDXC Memory Cards
  • Optional Shotgun Mic and XLR/TRS Inputs
  • Optional Hot Shoe Mount

What are the circulation limits for this equipment?

This equipment has the following limits for circulation and usage:

DescriptionCirculation Limits
Minimum Length of Reservation/Checkout 30 Minutes (Standard)
Maximum Length of Reservation/Checkout 7 Days (Standard)

What comes in this kit?

  • Zoom H6 Audio Recorder (Main kit item)
  • Zoom XY Mic
  • Zoom MS Mic
  • USB A to Mini B Cable
  • Energizer AA Rechargeable Battery (x4)

How do I format my SD card?

  1. Insert the SD Card in the slot on the Zoom H6.
  2. Turn on Zoom H6 and press the Menu button on the right-hand side of the recorder.
  3. Use the toggle wheel to scroll down to the "SD Card" menu.
  4. Use the toggle wheel to scroll down to the "Format" menu.
  5. The device will prompt: "Are you sure?" Input Yes.
  6. Your SD card should now be formatted for the Zoom H6 and erased of all previously existing data.

What are the full technical specifications?

Recorder 
Recording Media SD card: 16 MB to 2 GB
SDHC card: 4 GB to 32 GB
SDXC card: 64 GB to 128 GB
Input Connections 4 x XLR/TRS combo jacks; XLR: Pin 2 hot; TRS: Tip hot
1x 1/8" stereo mini jack (XYH-6 MIC/LINE IN)
Input Gain -∞ to 55.5 dB (PAD OFF)
-∞ to 35.5 dB (PAD ON)
Input Level -∞ to 46.5 dB (XYH-6 MIC/LINE IN)
Input Impedance 6.8 kΩ (INPUTS 1 to 4)
2 kΩ (XYH-6 MIC/LINE IN)
Maximum Input Level +22 dBu, PAD ON (INPUTS 1 to 4)
Phantom Power +12V /+24V /+48V, independent (INPUTS 1 to 4)
2.5V plug-in power, (XYH-6 MIC/LINE IN)
Equivalent Input Noise -120 dBu or less
Output Connections 1x 1/8" stereo mini jack (LINE OUT)
1x 1/8" stereo mini jack (PHONE OUT)
Output Level -10 dBu when output load impedance is 10 kΩ or more (LINE OUT)
20 W +20 W into 32 Ω load (PHONE OUT)
Built-in Speaker 400mw 8 Ω mono speaker
Recording Formats WAV, MP3
Sample Rate 44.1/48/96 kHz (WAV)
44.1 kHz (MP3)
Bit Depth 16, 24 (WAV)
Bit Rate 48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps (MP3)
Max Simultaneous Recording 8 (L/R + INPUT 1 to 4 + L/R backup), backup recording: -12dB lower than set L/R input gain (WAV)
-or-
2 (MP3)
Recording to SD Card With 2 GB card:
03:08:00 (44.1 kHz / 16-bit WAV)
34:43:00 (128 kbps MP3)
Display 2.0-inch full color LCD (320 x 240 pixels)
USB Port Mass Storage Class operation:
USB 2.0 high speed
-or-
Audio Interface operation, multi-track mode:
USB 2.0 high speed, multi-track or stereo modes
Power Requirements AA size (LR6) battery x 4
AC adapter: AD-17 (DC5V/1A/USB-type) (optional)
USB bus power
Battery Life Over 20 hours (with alkaline battery, continuous recording)
Dimensions 3 x 6 x 1.9" (77.8 x 152.8 x 47.8 mm)
Weight 9.9 oz (280 g)
Microphone
Type XYH-6 X/Y: Unidirectional
MSH-6 MS: Unidirectional and bi-directional
Sensitivity XYH-6 X/Y: -41 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
MSH-6 MS: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (unidirectional);
-39 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (bi-directional)
Input Gain XYH-6 X/Y: -∞ to 46.5 dB
MSH-6 MS: -∞ to 42.5 dB
Maximum SPL XYH-6 X/Y: 136 dB SPL
MSH-6 MS: 120 dB SPL (unidirectional)
122 dB SPL (bi-directional)
Dimensions XYH-6 X/Y: 3.1 x 2.4 x 1.8" (78.9 x 60.2 x 45.2 mm)
MSH-6 MS: 2.3 x 2.66 x 1.65" (58 x 67.6 x 42.1 mm)
Weight XYH-6 X/Y: 4.6 oz (130 g)
MSH-6: 3 oz (85 g)

Where can I find further support?

Visit the Zoom manufacturer website.

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Last Modified:   Tue, August 8, 2023 3:12 PM CDT
Mics & Audio - Zoom H6 Audio Recorder
Zoom H6 Audio Recorder

Overview

The Zoom H6 Audio Recorder comes with both X/Y and Mid-Side stereo mics.  It can be used for live recording as well as studio-quality music production, offering 6 tracks of simultaneous record-ing and 4 mic/line inputs.

Feature Highlights

Primary Features:

  • Modular Mic and Input System
  • Includes XY Microphone Module
  • Includes Mid-Side Microphone Module
  • Four XLR/TRS Inputs
  • Record up to 6 Simultaneous Channels

Additional Features:

  • Record up to 24-bit/96kHz Audio
  • Doubles as USB Audio Interface
  • Uses SDXC Memory Cards
  • Optional Shotgun Mic and XLR/TRS Inputs
  • Optional Hot Shoe Mount