All these dials sit under sturdy steel bumper bars, partly for protection but also for practicality – it’s far easier to smoothly adjust the volume with this arrangement. On the other hand, the four built-in XLR inputs on the Zoom H6 gives you the ability to plug in four microphones, thus making it perfect for podcasts, recording demos, band recording, etc. Battery Life Pros: audio quality, portability, use applications, possibility to use as an audio interface for your PC ZOOM H5 - Somewhere Between H4 and H6". Ty Ford Audio and Video. 2 August 2014 . Retrieved 31 August 2015. This was presumably measured without any external microphones connected to the devices. Bear in mind that connecting two microphones to the H5, or four to the H6, will lower the battery life, especially if you are using phantom power.

The retail box includes several accessories, such as X-Y Microphone capsule, rubber-foam windshield, plastic case, two AA batteries and a manual.

Marathon Recording Machine

I read manuals before using a product, but I was slightly confused by the multi or stereo recording functionality - however, following the instructions fixed this immediately. Overall I'm finding it easier to work with than the H4N - press the record button and it records! Guessing that was something Zoom listened to customers on. The onboard mic isn't that great but is definitely workable.

X/Y recording allows you to cover a wide area yet still capture sound sources in the center with clarity and definition, making it ideal for all types of live stereo recording. The XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule included with the H5 provides two matched unidirectional condenser microphones set at a 90 degree angle. XLR/TRS combination inputs with microphone preamps and phantom power (+12/+24/+48V) accommodate most analog connections CREATIVE & TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT THE 30TH ANNUAL NAMM TEC AWARDS Hosted by comedian Sinbad" (Press release). Carlsbad: TEC Awards. 24 January 2015 . Retrieved 31 August 2015. The Zoom H5 is a digital audio recording device that saves audio onto a Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card – the same kind of card used with most digital cameras. Even though both are sturdy and rugged, it’s worth to point out that the Zoom H6 is rather larger and heavier, and this should be taken into consideration. DisplayGain control knob on each input, with protective 'roll-bar' that prevents accidental movement during handling Zero Handling noise thanks to the material the unit is made, XLRs just make the job with no complaints at all.

If you’re recording voice, all you need is 24bit/48kHz, but if you want to record some sound effects, being able to do so at 96kHz would offer you more flexibility during post production. Storage

Doubles as a handy USB recording interface with your Mac, Windows PC, or iPad (via Apple Camera Connection Kit)