Zoom H6essential 6-Track Recorder · 32-bit Float · 4 XLR/TRS Inputs · USB Interface

Zoom H6essential 6-Track Recorder — 6-track 32-bit Float portable recorder with 4 XLR/TRS inputs and interchangeable mic capsules

Zoom H6essential A 6-track portable recorder for podcasts, video, location shoots and music recording. It records in 32-bit Float with dual A/D converters, so there's no need to set levels before recording, at up to 96 kHz. It has 4 XLR/TRS combo inputs with +48V phantom power and an XY stereo mic capsule that handles up to 135 dB SPL, with capsules interchangeable to suit the job via Mic Capsule System 3.0. It features a 2" color display, built-in mixer, built-in speaker, headphone and Line Out jacks, and works as a 32-bit Float USB-C audio interface with up to 6 in / 2 out while recording to the card at the same time. Timecode is supported, and app control is available with an optional adapter. Powered by 4 AA batteries or USB-C. Official Thai Warranty

Key Features

• 32-bit Float with Dual A/D — No gain setting before recording: loud sounds won't clip, and quiet sounds can be raised later without losing quality
• 6-Track Recording — 2 tracks from the XY capsule plus 4 tracks from the XLR/TRS inputs to capture multiple people or sources at once
• 4 XLR/TRS Combo Inputs — +48V phantom power for condenser mics, low-noise preamps (EIN -120 dBu)
• Included XY Mic Capsule — XYH-6e 90° stereo, handles up to 135 dB SPL
• Interchangeable Capsules — Mic Capsule System 3.0 works with the SSH-6e shotgun capsule or the EXH-6e XLR/TRS input capsule (sold separately)
• USB-C Audio Interface — 32-bit Float, up to 6 in / 2 out, works with PC, Mac, iOS and Android while recording 6 tracks to the card at the same time
• 2" Color Display, Built-in Mixer — Adjust levels for each track, with a built-in speaker for instant playback
• Timecode and Remote Support — Use TCA-1 for timecode (firmware v3.30 or later) or BTA-1 for app control and wireless timecode (sold separately)
• Audio Menu Guidance — Helps visually impaired users operate the recorder, with multiple languages supported
• New Features via Firmware — Zoom has announced AI Noise Reduction, gain adjustment during recording and MP3 recording

Best For

• Podcasts and multi-person talk shows
• Video, documentary and field recording with multiple audio sources
• Music and live performance recording
• Anyone who wants a portable recorder and audio interface in one

Specifications

In the Box

• Zoom H6essential recorder × 1
• XYH-6e XY stereo mic capsule × 1

* AA batteries, microSD card, BTA-1 / TCA-1 adapters and optional capsules not included

FAQ

• Q: How many sources can it record at once?
  A: It records 6 tracks: 2 from the XY capsule on top and 4 from the XLR/TRS inputs, so you can use 4 mics alongside ambient sound from the XY capsule.
• Q: Does it work with condenser mics?
  A: Yes. The XLR/TRS inputs provide +48V phantom power for condenser mics and standard shotgun mics.
• Q: Can it be used as an audio interface?
  A: Yes. Connect via USB-C to a computer or phone to use it as a 6 in / 2 out or 2 in / 2 out audio interface while recording to the card at the same time (at 44.1 / 48 kHz).
• Q: How long do the batteries last?
  A: It depends on how many tracks you use. Recording 2 tracks from the XY capsule on alkaline batteries lasts about 18 hours; recording all 6 tracks with headphones lasts about 3.5 hours. For long sessions, lithium batteries or USB-C power are recommended.
• Q: Which mic capsules can I swap in?
  A: It works with Mic Capsule System 3.0 capsules, such as the SSH-6e shotgun capsule and the EXH-6e capsule that adds 2 more XLR/TRS inputs (sold separately).

Zoom H6essential 6-Track Recorder — 6-track 32-bit Float portable recorder with no gain setting needed, 4 XLR/TRS inputs, +48V phantom, 135 dB SPL XY capsule, interchangeable capsules, 6 in / 2 out USB-C audio interface, timecode support, AA battery power. Official Thai Warranty