Zoom H6essential 6-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder

Key Features

• Flagship Handheld Audio Recorder
• Filmmakers, Musicians & Content Creators
• 32-Bit Float: No Level Adjustment Needed
• Removable X/Y Mics Handle up to 135 dB
• 4 XLR-1/4" TRS Combo Inputs with Preamps
• Dual A/D Converters
• Onboard Mixer and Waveform Display
• Function as a 6x2 USB-C Audio Interface
• Compatible with Alternative Capsules
• Compatible with BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter

Zoom H6 essentialSpecs

Portable Recorder

Form FactorHandheld Recorder

Primary Use ApplicationsAudio-for-Video, Dictation & Transcription, Music Recording, Podcasting

Number of Tracks8 (6 Inputs + Stereo Mix)

Number of Input Channels6 (4 x Mono, 1 x Stereo)

Maximum Sampling Rate96 kHz / 32-Bit Float

MicrophoneInterchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration

Number of Microphone Inputs4

Built-In SpeakerYes, 500 mW Mono

Display2" / 5.1 cm Color LCD

Memory Card SupportmicroSDXC (Up to 1 TB)

Internal StorageNo

Special FeaturesOverdubbing

Recording

Audio File FormatsBWF, iXML, WAV

Sample Rates44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz

Bit DepthUp to 32-Bit (Floating Point)

Timecode SupportNo

Included SoftwareNo

Connectivity

Analog I/O4x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)

1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Line Output

1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone Output

Digital I/ONo

Phantom Power+48 V

Plug-In PowerNo

System Connection1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0)

Audio Interface CapabilityStereo Only

WirelessBluetooth

*Via Optional Adapter

Mobile App CompatibleYes: iOS Only

App Name: H6essential Control App

Functionality: Remote Control

Performance

Max Input LevelMic Inputs:

+4 dBu

Line Inputs:

+24 dBu

Max Output LevelLine Outputs:

+2 dBu

Headphone Output Power20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms

ImpedanceMic/Line Inputs:

≥3 Kilohms

Microphone Sensitivity-42 dB (X/Y)

Microphone Max SPL135 dB SPL (X/Y)

Power

Power OptionsBattery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter

Battery Type4x AA

Approximate Battery Life48 kHz/32-Bit:

18 Hours (AA Alkaline, 2 Channels, Recording, Built-In Mic)

AC/DC Power Adapter5 VDC at 1 A (Included)

Physical

Included AccessoriesNo

Dimensions3.1 x 1.7 x 6.3" / 78.1 x 42.8 x 160 mm

Weight13.4 oz / 381 g (with Batteries)

Packaging Info

Package Weight1.055 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)10.6 x 5.4 x 2"