Detail 01
32-bit float recording
It is designed to capture a wide dynamic range and avoid clipping during recording.
Product detailSKU #1500000419094
ZoomH6essential 32-Bit Float 6-Track Recorder
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Zoom’s H6essential is a portable recorder that captures up to six tracks simultaneously in 32-bit float WAV at 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz. The included XYH-6e X/Y capsule supplies a stereo pair, and its interchangeable-capsule system can be adapted with separately available options. Four XLR/TRS inputs are provided for external sources, while the recorder supports microSDHC and microSDXC media. It is built for location sessions where multiple sources need discrete tracks rather than a single stereo recording.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording several performers or sources separately during a location session.
- Podcast conversations that require multiple discrete recording tracks.
- Using the included X/Y capsule to capture a stereo pair alongside external inputs.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Interchangeable capsule system
The included XYH-6e capsule can be replaced with compatible optional capsule types.
Detail 03
Maximum simultaneous playback: 4 tracks
Up to four recorded tracks can play back at the same time.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Recording requires compatible microSDHC or microSDXC media.
- 02Wireless iPhone or iPad control requires the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter.
- 03The SSH-6e stereo shotgun and EXH-6e expansion capsules are optional.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many tracks can it record at once?
It records up to six tracks simultaneously.
02Which capsule comes with it?
The included XYH-6e X/Y capsule provides an additional stereo pair.
03What recording formats does it support?
It records WAV files at 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz in 32-bit float mono or stereo.
04How is it powered?
It runs on four AA batteries.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Sensitivity
- -43dB/1 Pa @ 1kHz
- Power
- 4 AA batteries
- Built in Speaker
- 500mW/8 ohm mono speaker
1 detailsBody & build
- Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks
- 4
6 detailsConnections & power
- Input Impedance
- 3 kohm or more
- Headphones Connector
- 1/8” stereo mini jack
- Phantom Power
- +48V
- Connector
- XLR/TRS combo jacks x2
- Max SPL Input
- 135dB SPL
- Maximum Input Level
- XLR- +4dBu TRS- +24dBu
9 detailsOther
- Recording Media
- 4–32GB microSDHC cards, 64GB–1TB microSDXC cards
- Display
- LCD
- Recording Formats
- WAV, 44.1/48/96kHz, 32-bit float mono/stereo
- Directionality
- Unidirectional
- Maximum SPL
- 130dB SPL
- Sampling Rate
- Multi-track mode (44.1/48/96kHz), stereo mix mode (44.1/48/96kHz)
- Bit Rate
- 24-bit/32-bit float
- Channels
- Multi-track mode (6 in/2 out), stereo mix mode (2 in/2 out)
- Mic Type
- Unidirectional
