Overview Zoom’s premium handheld recorder, the H6essential Portable Recorder, delivers six tracks of crystal-clear, distortion-free audio effortlessly, eliminating the need to adjust levels manually. Equipped with 32-bit float recording and interchangeable X/Y microphones capable of handling up to 135 dB, the H6essential provides a flexible and hassle-free audio recording experience. OUTPUTS YOU NEED Use the line output to connect to a camera and the headphone output to monitor your audio. 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. 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. 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. 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 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 In The Box Zoom H6essential 6-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder Specifications Portable Recorder Form Factor Handheld Recorder Primary Use Applications Audio-for-Video, Dictation & Transcription, Music Recording, Podcasting Number of Tracks 8 (6 Inputs Stereo Mix) Number of Input Channels 6 (4 x Mono, 1 x Stereo) Maximum Sampling Rate 96 kHz / 32-Bit Float Microphone Interchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration Number of Microphone Inputs 4 Built-In Speaker Yes, 500 mW Mono Display 2″ / 5.1 cm Color LCD Memory Card Support microSDXC (Up to 1 TB) Internal Storage No Special Features Overdubbing Recording Audio File Formats BWF, iXML, WAV Sample Rates 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz Bit Depth Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point) Timecode Support No Included Software No Connectivity Analog I/O 4x Combo XLR-1/4″ 3-Pin Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable) 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Line Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone Output Digital I/O No Phantom Power 48 V Plug-In Power No System Connection 1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0) Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only Wireless Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter Mobile App Compatible Yes: iOS Only App Name: H6essential Control App Functionality: Remote Control Performance Max Input Level Mic Inputs: 4 dBu Line Inputs: 24 dBu Max Output Level Line Outputs: 2 dBu Headphone Output Power 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms Impedance Mic/Line Inputs: ≥3 Kilohms Microphone Sensitivity -42 dB (X/Y) Microphone Max SPL 135 dB SPL (X/Y) Power Power Options Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter Battery Type 4x AA Approximate Battery Life 48 kHz/32-Bit: 18 Hours (AA Alkaline, 2 Channels, Recording, Built-In Mic) AC/DC Power Adapter 5 VDC at 1 A (Included) Physical Included Accessories No Dimensions 3.1 x 1.7 x 6.3″ / 78.1 x 42.8 x 160 mm Weight 13.4 oz / 381 g (with Batteries)
