ZoomH6essential 32-Bit Float Field Recorder

Zoom H6essential

With the H6essential from Zoom, 32-bit float recording technology finally arrives on one of the most capable portable audio recorders on the market. 32-bit float recording makes it easier than ever to ensure you're getting the best audio quality possible every time you hit the record button. Thanks to the immense dynamic range of the audio files, you easily adjust gain in post with no loss in quality, thereby eliminating the need for gain controls on the recording device. Both the onboard XY stereo microphone and all four external audio inputs are easily able to capture both the loudest sources or the faintest of whispers. And like prior flagship models in the Handy Recorder series, the H6essential allows you to swap out the XY mic capsule for others like a shotgun mic or additional line inputs.

The H6essential isn't just a simple recorder, but a capable portable workstation for managing sounds. Easily navigate mix settings with the colorful OLED display, and the onboard speaker allows you to quickly monitor playback to ensure everything is being captured properly. On the topic of navigation, one of the most welcome additions is Accessibility Features for users with visual impairments, offering voice cues in numerous languages to aid in operating the device. You can also connect the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter to remotely control the H6essential via your iOS device. Never worry about botched recordings ever again with the H6essential from Zoom.

H6essential Features

• Compact audio recorder
• 32-bit recording technology, no gain knobs necessary!
• Detachable XYH-6e Stereo Mic Capsule
• 4x XLR-1/4" TRS inputs with preamps and optional phantom power
• 3.5mm stereo output
• USB-C connection for file transfer and audio interfacing
• Bluetooth connectivity with BTA-1 adapter
• Color OLED screen and built-in speaker
• Accessibility features