Elevate your recording game with the Zoom H6essential, the 6-track recorder that captures every sound wave in pristine 32-bit float clarity.
The Flagship
Our most robust handheld recorder, the H6essential is a recording powerhouse. With 6 tracks of 32-bit float recording, the H6essential provides unprecedented quality and unmatched versatility.
Features
- 6-track 32-bit float recorder with Dual A/D Converters
- Clip-free recording with no need to set gain
- Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
- Interchangable Mic Capsule System 3.0 with 32-bit float support
- Included X/Y Mic Capsule captures up to 135 dB SPL
- 4 XLR/TRS combo inputs with locking connector
- Color LCD Screen
- Built-in mixer to adjust each track's audio level
- Built-in speaker for quick reference playback
- 3.5mm headphone output plus 3.5mm line output
- Voice Guidance accessibility for the visually impaired
- 32-Bit Float audio interface for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices via USB-C port
- Use as an interface and record to SD card simultaneously
- Using the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter, sync with wireless timecode devices via bluetooth
- Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with the H6essential Control App for iOS
- Record to SD cads up to 1TB
- 10 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C Bus Power
*Please note: BTA-1 Adapter not included
Step Up To 32-Bit Float
With 32-bit float and dual AD converters the H6essential captures huge dynamic range. This gives creators the ability to record perfect audio, clip-free every time.
The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility
The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.
Six Perfect Tracks
The 4 XLR/TRS combo inputs feature ultra-clean Zoom preamps, and the included X/Y microphones can capture up to a booming 135 dB SPL, equivalent to a jet taking off.
Next Generation 3.0 Capsule System
The H6essential's 3.0 capsule system has been updated to support 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording.
Remove The Mics
When the X/Y mic is not needed, detach the capsule and use the included cap for a low profile setup.
Record And Stream
Use the USB-C port to connect to PC, Mac, iOS, and Android device to use the H6essential as a 32-bit float interface while simultaneously recording all 6 tracks to an SD card.
For Musicians
The H6essential is a portable studio. Mic up to 4 instruments using the XLR inputs and use the X/Y microphones to capture the full ensemble in beautiful stereo.
For Filmmakers
32-bit float recording gives filmmakers confidence with every take. The interchangeable capsules, 4 XLR inputs and wireless timecode make the H6essential invaluable on any set.
For Podcasters
When everyone wants to be on your podcast, the H6essential has you covered with 4 XLR inputs. For two additional XLR inputs, connect the optional EXH-6e capsule.
Waveform Display
The H6essential has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it records.
Built-In Mixer
For full control of your mix, hit the 'Mixer' button and quickly adjust your levels.
Pair With Your iOS Device
Use the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.
Bluetooth Timecode
With the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.
*BTA-1 Adapter not included
Quieter Controls
Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for silent operation.
Onboard Speaker
Use the improved onboard speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
Outputs You Need
Use the line output to connect to a camera and the headphone output to monitor your audio.
Higher Visibility
The new full-color LCD screen provides you with a more vivid view as you record and navigate the menu.
INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS
Inputs
- Mic capsule x 1
- MIC/LINE (mono) x 4
Outputs
- LINE OUT x 1
- Headphones x 1
- Built-in speaker (mono) x 1
INPUTS
- XY mic XYH-6e: 90º XY stereo format
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Sensitivity: −42dB/1Pa at 1kHz
- Maximum sound pressure input: 135 dB SPL
MIC/LINE (mono)
- Connectors: 4 XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR：2 HOT TRS：TIP HOT）
- Input gain: Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuits used)
- Input impedance: MIC: 3.8 kΩ or more, LINE: 39 kΩ or more
- Maximum input level: MIC: +4 dBu, LINE: +24 dBu
- Phantom power: +48 V
- Channel total: 32 mA or less
- Equivalent input noise: MIC: -120 dBu or less（IHF-A) @150 Ω input, LINE: -95 dBu or less（IHF-A) @600 Ω input
OUTPUTS
LINE OUT
- Connector: Stereo mini jack
- Maximum output level: +1 dBu
- Output impedance: 110 Ω or less
Headphones
- Connector: Stereo mini jack
- Maximum output level: 20 ｍW + 20 ｍW（when 32 Ω load）
- Output impedance: 10 Ω or less
Built-in speaker
- Type: 20 mm x 30mm elliptical dynamic speaker
- Effective maximum output: 250mW
RECORDER
- Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 8
- Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: 6
- Recording formats: WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz, 32-bit float mono/stereo, BWF and iXML formats supported
- Recording media: 4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification, 64GB-1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification
DISPLAY
- 2.0-inch full-color LCD: 360 x 240
USB
- Connector: USB Type-C
- *Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
- Audio Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Input and output channels: 6 in / 2 out (Multi), 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)
- Sampling frequency: 44.1/48/96 kHz (AIF only), 44.1/48 kHz (AIF + onboard recording)
- Bit depth: 24-bit, 32-bit float
- File transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed
REMOTE
- Dedicated wireless adapter: ZOOM BTA-1
POWER
- 4 AA batteries: Alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries
- AC Adapter: ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A)
- *USB bus power is supported.
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIMES USING BATTERIES : 2-track recording (XYH-6e)
- Alkaline batteries: About 18 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): About 14.5 hours
- Lithium batteries: About 30 hours
48 kHz/32-bit float with phantom power off, no headphones, no LINE OUT, no REMOTE, Power Saving on, Display Brightness Medium
These values are approximate.
Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIMES USING BATTERIES : 6-track recording (XYH-6e and inputs 1-4)
- Alkaline batteries: About 3.5 hours
- NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): About 4 hours
- Lithium batteries: About 9 hours
48 kHz/32-bit float with phantom power off, headphones used (33Ω load), no LINE OUT, no REMOTE, Power Saving on, Display Brightness Medium
These values are approximate.
Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods.They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
- Power consumption: 5 W maximum
- Dimensions: Recorder: 78.1 mm (W) × 160.1 mm (D) × 42.8 mm (H), XYH-6e: 69.1 mm (W) × 50.8 mm (D) × 43.0 mm (H)
- Weight: Recorder: 381 g (including batteries), XYH-6e: 42 g
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
Trust the Zoom H6essential to deliver a performance that lasts, with robust battery life and cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.