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Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule for H5, H6, U-44 and Q8

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Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule for H5, H6, U-44 and Q8
Key Features
  • Mid-Side Recording
  • Adjust the Width of the Stereo Image
  • Maintain Full Mono Compatibility
  • Mix Direct and Ambient Sounds Together
The Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule is designed to work with the company's H5 and H6 audio recorders as well as the hybrid Q8 audio and video recorder and their U-44. The capsule includes a super-directional microphone for picking up sound on center that can be combined with a bidirectional side microphone for picking up sound from the left or right to record a fully mono-compatible stereo image for film, video, and television projects. For example, you can record dialogue with the center microphone and then mix the desired amount of environmental sound captured by the side microphone with the Zoom recorder. A hairy windscreen is included for helping reduce wind noise.
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Zoom SSH-6 Overview

The Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule is designed to work with the company's H5 and H6 audio recorders as well as the hybrid Q8 audio and video recorder and their U-44. The capsule includes a super-directional microphone for picking up sound on center that can be combined with a bidirectional side microphone for picking up sound from the left or right to record a fully mono-compatible stereo image for film, video, and television projects. For example, you can record dialogue with the center microphone and then mix the desired amount of environmental sound captured by the side microphone with the Zoom recorder. A hairy windscreen is included for helping reduce wind noise.

UPC: 884354014292

Zoom SSH-6 Specs

Type
Mid-side stereo shotgun microphone
Polar Pattern
Hyper cardioid
Compatibility
Zoom H5 Recorder
Zoom H6 Recorder
Zoom Q8
Dimensions
7 x 2 x 1.25" / 17.8 x 5.1 x 3.2 cm (Approximately)
Weight
Not specified by the manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9 x 3.9 x 3.3"

Zoom SSH-6 Reviews

Best used outdoors...

By Uncle Ben
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-03-12

The new Zoom Essential series of 32-bit float recorders won't accept this mic and the others in this series. I bought this mic and an H6 Black Edition as a lateral upgrade as I don't need 32-bit floating-point resolution. So now if my H5 dies, my Zoom capsule mic investment is safe for a few more years. The H6 with the included XYH-6 mic is selling for 189.00 (3/24), so for a little more than the price of this mic (which I just bought) I got another quality Zoom capsule mic with a supposedly better recorder attached... This SSH-6 shotgun mic lets you capture focused sound ahead of you with ambience for outdoor/nature sound capture. Indoors you can use this for crisp voice recordings in mono-mode, in side-stereo mode you'll hear a lot of room reflections. A Don King-style hairy windscreen is included. You'll need to purchase a foam screen separately. This is the last proprietary connection mic I'll buy. Zoom Corp hooked me. Darn them...

Great Mic

By Jonathan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-10-10

I was shocked at how well this mic worked on my Zoom Camera. I didn't think it was going to be bad, but the sound quality is great!

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question

The exact diameter and length of the mic isn't listed. I'm trying to find a foam screen for this mic. I'm aware the mic comes with a windscreen. Can anyone help me out?
Asked by: Paul
The Zoom SSH-6 has a 1 diameter. It is also about 6 long. The Auray WSF-2216 (B&H # AUWSF2216) is currently the best available option. It is a bit longer than 6 , which means you will probably have to cut it slightly to fit the microphone.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-11-26

What's the max dB SPL this mic can handle? thanks

What's the max dB SPL this mic can handle? thanks
Asked by: E
A maximum SPL rating for the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule for H5, H6, U-44 and Q8 has not been provided by the manufacturer.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-06-14

What are the exact dimensions of the ssh-6 ...

What are the exact dimensions of the ssh-6 microphone?
Asked by: David
Exact dimensions for the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule for H5, H6, U-44 and Q8 have not been provided by Zoom.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-04-15

question

Can we mix the directional shotgun mono with the stereo ambience in post? Or is the mix embedded into the audio track as set on the device?
Asked by: Drew K.
The mix will be a mid-side stereo track. You would need mid-side decoder plug-in software to separate the mono mic and the bi-directional mic stereo track in post production.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2024-06-23

Does this work with the H8?

Does this work with the H8?
Asked by: Jeremy
Yes, this will work with the H8.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-09-22

Will this mic fit in the skb 1209 case? I read ...

Will this mic fit in the skb 1209 case? I read here that it won't due to its longer length compared to the other model shotgun mic
Asked by: David
The SKB iSeries Waterproof Case for Zoom H6 Recorder and Mic Modules available on our site is customized to fit the Zoom SGH-6 Shotgun Microphone which is slightly smaller than the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone.
Answered by: Simon O
Date published: 2024-04-14

does the SSH-6 require phantom power?

does the SSH-6 require phantom power?
Asked by: William
No idea, but as long as you connect it to a Zoom audio module like the F1 (the one I have), etc... it will be powered. This is for sure not a stand alone mic. It is designed to be used on capsule compatible zoom recorders. Not your question but let me tell you this thing is amazing ! Cheers.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2020-01-07

question

which one is best zoom ssh-6 or zoom sgh-6 ? if ssh-6, can i use only directional separately if i don,t want the ambience sound?
Asked by: Simon H.
If you listen to comparison reviews, you realize that the SSH-6 has a much better sound quality, even when recording in mono. The SGH-6 is a rubbish microphone, with one of the worst sound qualities I've ever heard, it's a mic that you can buy as a start pack with the F1 and no more. The SSH-6, on the other hand, is a really great microphone, comparable with e.g. Azden SMX-30 and even better than the Röde Videomic Pro, in my opinion.
Answered by: Rasmus
Date published: 2024-06-23
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