Features and Specs 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 Precision in Every Take 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. 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 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 Handy Control & Sync With the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app for iOS, you can remotely manage multiple Zoom recorders*, control start/stop, and synchronize timecode effortlessly.** Specs INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS Inputs Mic capsule 1 MIC/LINE (mono) 4 Outputs LINE OUT 1 Headphones 1 Built-in speaker (mono) 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 (XLR) : 3.8 kΩ or more LINE (TRS) : 39 kΩ or more Maximum input level MIC (XLR) : +4 dBu LINE (TRS) : +24 dBu Phantom power +48 V Channel total 32 mA or less Equivalent input noise MIC (XLR) : -120 dBu or less(IHF-A) @150 Ω input LINE (TRS) : -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