Zoom H6 Digital Recorder – Black
key features
- Professional Quality Audio Recording
- Interchangeable Microphone System
- Supports Six-Track Simultaneous Recording
- Multiple Mic/Line/XLR/TRS Inputs for External Devices
- Multiple File Format and Audio Quality Options
- Bright, Full Colour LCD Screen
- Supports up to 128GB SD Memory Cards
- Powered by 4x AA Batteries
Dispatches within 24 hours*
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The Zoom H6 Handy Recorder is a feature-packed professional audio recording solution designed for filmmakers, videographers, musicians and everyone in between. Featuring a revolutionary interchangeable microphone system, the H6 provides an unparalleled level of versatility from a compact audio recorder. The four interchangeable input modules include an X/Y mic, a Mid-Side mic, a Shotgun mic* and a XLR/TRS module* that allows you to adapt the H6 to your requirements ensuring you capture the best quality sound, specific to your application.
The recorder is capable of six-track simultaneous recording and features multiple mic/line inputsand XLR/TRS combo connectors with customizable phantom power voltage (+12v, +24v, +48v) to cater for a wide range of external input devices such as boom and lavalier mics. A large full-colour LCD display allows you to monitor your audio levels and navigate menus with ease, even in dark conditions. Built-in effects including Low Cut Filter, Compressor and Limiter can be utilised to minimise processing requirements in post while multiple recording functions including Auto Record and Pre-Record ensure you never miss that perfect take. The H6 supports SD cards up to a maximum capacity of 128GB and can record audio in quality ranging from 48kbps MP3’s to 24 bit, 96k High Definition WAV’s. Powered by 4 AA batteries which provide over 20 hours of operation, the Zoom H6 Handy Recorder is packed with additional features such as overdubbing, MS decoding, in-built editing and customisable loop-playback to satisfy the needs of even the most demanding audio professionals.
* Sold separately.
The recorder is capable of six-track simultaneous recording and features multiple mic/line inputsand XLR/TRS combo connectors with customizable phantom power voltage (+12v, +24v, +48v) to cater for a wide range of external input devices such as boom and lavalier mics. A large full-colour LCD display allows you to monitor your audio levels and navigate menus with ease, even in dark conditions. Built-in effects including Low Cut Filter, Compressor and Limiter can be utilised to minimise processing requirements in post while multiple recording functions including Auto Record and Pre-Record ensure you never miss that perfect take. The H6 supports SD cards up to a maximum capacity of 128GB and can record audio in quality ranging from 48kbps MP3’s to 24 bit, 96k High Definition WAV’s. Powered by 4 AA batteries which provide over 20 hours of operation, the Zoom H6 Handy Recorder is packed with additional features such as overdubbing, MS decoding, in-built editing and customisable loop-playback to satisfy the needs of even the most demanding audio professionals.
* Sold separately.
Product Code: ZoomH6Black
Inputs | Inputs L/R | XY mic (XYH-6) Mic Type: Unidirectional Sensitivity: –41 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa Input Gain: –∞ to 46.5 dB Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 136 dB SPL [MIC/LINE IN] Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack Input Gain: –∞ to 46.5 dB Input Impedance: 2 kΩ Plug-in Power: 2.5V supported |
MS mic (MSH-6) Mic Types: Unidirectional and bi-directional Sensitivity: –37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (unidirectional), –39 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (bi-directional) Input Gain: –∞ to 42.5 dB Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 120 dB SPL (unidirectional), 122 dB SPL (bi-directional) |
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Inputs 1 to 4 |
Connectors: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot / TRS: TIP hot) Input Gain (PAD OFF): –∞ to 55.5 dB Input Gain (PAD ON): –∞ to 35.5 dB Input Impedance 6.8kΩ Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu (PAD ON) Phantom Power: +12V / +24V / +48V Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): –120 dBu or less |
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Outputs | Line Out | Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack Rated Output Level: –10 dBu (when output load impedance is 10 kΩ or more) |
Phone Out | Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack Output Level: 20 W + 20 W (into 32Ω load) |
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Built-in Speaker | 400 mW/8 Ω mono speaker | |
Recording Formats | [WAV setting] Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz Bit Rate: 16/24-bit (Mono/Stereo, BWF-compliant) Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 8 tracks (6 tracks + L/R backup) Backup recording: 12dB lower than set L/R input gain [MP3 setting] Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz Bit Rate: 48–320 kbps Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 tracks |
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Display | 2.0-inch full-colour LCD (320 x 240 pixels) | |
USB | [Mass Storage Class operation] Class: USB2.0 High-Speed [Audio Interface operation: Multi-track mode] Class: USB2.0 High Speed Inputs / Outputs: 6 / 2 Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz Bit Rate: 16/24bit Note: Use with Windows requires a driver, but Macintosh does not. [Audio Interface operation: Stereo mode] Class: USB2.0 Full Speed Inputs / Outputs: 2 / 2 Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48kHz Bit Rate: 16 bit Note: iPad operation supported in stereo mode only. |
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Battery Life (with alkaline battery) |
XY mic, 44.1kHz/16-bit (stereo x 1): 21 hours XY mic and Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 used, 96kHz/24-bit (stereo x 3): 9 hours 45 minutes Note: The above times are estimates. Approximate continuous recording times when using battery power were calculated using our own testing method. They may differ greatly depending on operating conditions. |
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Power | AA size (LR6) battery x 4 AC adapter: AD-17 (DC5V/1A/USB-type) (optional) USB bus power |
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Dimensions | H6: 77.8mm(W)x 152.8mm(D)x 47.8mm(H) XYH-6: 78.9mm(W)x 60.2mm(D)x 45.2mm(H) MSH-6: 58.0mm(W)x 67.6mm(D)x 42.1mm(H) |
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Weight | H6: 280g (without batteries) XYH-6: 130g MSH-6: 85g |
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Included Accessories | Operation manual, XYH-6 X/Y mic capsule, MSH-6 MS mic capsule, AA size (LR6) battery x 4, Cubase LE Software, WSH-6S Foam Windscreen, USB Cable, Case | |
Optional Accessories | SGH-6 Shotgun mic capsule EXH-6 Dual XLR/TRS Combo capsule HS-1 Hot Shoe Mount APH-6 Accessory Pack (includes RCH-6 wired Remote Controller, AD-17 USB-type AC adapter, WSH-6H Hairy Windscreen) |
* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice
- Zoom H6 Handy Recorder Unit
- XYH-6 X/Y Mic Capule
- Quick Guide
- 4 x AA Batteries
Manufacturer Warranty

This product comes with a
24 month Australian warranty
from Dynamic Music
(the sole authorised Australian Distributor)
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