Zoom H6essential Handy Recorder

The Zoom H6essential Handy Recorder is a versatile recorder that enables 32-bit float recording on six tracks, offers an extended dynamic range and is powered by two A/D converter stages. Designed for creativity and accessibility, the H6essential offers intuitive navigation for visually impaired users in multiple languages. With four XLR/TRS combo inputs and X/Y microphones that can handle sound pressure levels up to 135 dB, this recorder is ideal for musicians, filmmakers and podcasters.

The integrated mixer allows precise control over your mix, while the waveform display provides visual monitoring of the audio signal. With the H6essential, you can mic up to four instruments, record an entire ensemble or create professional film and podcast productions. The next-generation 3.0 capsule system offers an impressive variety of microphone options, including the included XYH-6e stereo microphone and SSH-6e directional stereo microphone capsule. Expand your recording possibilities with the optional EXH-6e input capsule. Thanks to Bluetooth pairing with iOS devices and timecode sync option, the H6essential offers additional flexibility for professional applications. With quieter controls, an improved internal speaker, multiple output options and a vibrant full-color LCD screen, the H6essential sets a new standard for portable recording devices.

Use the H6essential as a 32-bit float interface for computers or mobile devices while simultaneously recording all six tracks to an SD card - a powerful solution for demanding recording applications.

Features:

• built-in speaker
• phantom power
• limiter
• possible battery operation
• voice guidance
• USB PORT
• built-in microphone
• display

Technical data:

• Inputs
• Channels: 2(MIC capsule) + 4(XLR/TRS inputs)
• Microphone input
• Microphone type Unidirectional
• Sensitivity -42 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Input gain: setting not required (dual AD converter circuits used)
• Maximum sound pressure level at input: 135 dB SPL
• XLR/TRS inputs
• Connections: XLR/TRS combo jacks, lockable (XLR：2 HOT / TRS：TIP HOT)
• Input gain: Setting not required (dual AD converter circuits used)"
• Input impedance:
• MIC: 3 kΩ or more
• LINE: 3 kΩ or more
• Maximum input level
• XLR: +4 dBu
• TRS: +24 dBu"
• Phantom power: +48V
• Equivalent input noise -120 dBu or less
• Outputs
• Line output
• Connection: 3.5mm stereo mini jack
• Maximum output level: +2 dBu
• Headphone connection
• 3.5mm stereo mini jack
• Maximum output level: 20 mW +20 mW(32 Ω load)
• Built-in loudspeaker: 500mW/8Ω mono loudspeaker
• Recording
• Recording media
• 4GB-32GB microSDHC cards
• 64GB-1TB microSDXC cards"
• Supported formats
• WAV
• 44.1/48/96kHz
• 32-bit float
• BWF and iXML
• Maximum number of simultaneous recording tracks
• at 44.1/48kHz: 8 (2 MIC capsules + 4 XLR/TRS INPUTS + 2 LR)
• 96kHz: 6 (2 MIC capsules + 4 XLR/TRS INPUTS)"
• DISPLAY: LCD, 2.00" color (320 × 240)"
• Power supply
• Batteries: 4x AA
• Power supply : ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A)
• USB bus power supply is supported."
• USB port: USB-C
• Mass storage class: USB 2.0 High Speed
• Audio interface class: USB 2.0 High Speed
• Sample rate:
• Multitrack mode: 44.1/48/96kHz
• Stereo-Mix-Modus: 44,1/48/96kHz"
• Bit rate 24-bit/32-bit float
• Channels
• Multitrack mode: 6 inputs/2 outputs
• Stereo mix mode: 2 inputs/2 outputs"
• BTA-1 support via iOS app
• Estimated continuous operation time with standard batteries: approx. 18 hours
• (48 kHz/32-bit float, microphone capsule 2-channel recording)

Specs:

• Color: Black
• Line Inputs: 4
• Line Outputs: 1
• Mic Inputs: 4
• digital Input: USB
• digital Output: none
• Fader: 0
• Effect Processor: no
• Set Offer: no
• Headphone Out: yes
• Rack Mountable: no
• Type: Mobile Audio Recorder
• Theme: Recording and Studio

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