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Zoom H6 All Black Handy Recorder with Interchangeable Microphone System and Waterproof Case Kit

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Zoom H6 All Black Handy Recorder with Interchangeable Microphone System and Waterproof Case Kit
Key Features
  • H6 Recorder with XY Capsule
  • SKB Case Fits Recorder & All Mic Modules
  • Four Mic/Line Inputs
  • Record up to 6 Simultaneous Channels
The Zoom H6 All Black Handy Recorder with Waterproof Case Kit from B&H includes a black H6 recorder, an XYH-6 X/Y microphone capsule, four AA batteries, and an SKB iSeries waterproof case for the recorder and mic modules. It is well suited for transporting and protecting your complete H6 recorder setup when working in the field, on live recordings, video, live broadcast, or electronic news gathering projects.
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Zoom H6 Overview

The Zoom H6 All Black Handy Recorder with Waterproof Case Kit from B&H includes a black H6 recorder, an XYH-6 X/Y microphone capsule, four AA batteries, and an SKB iSeries waterproof case for the recorder and mic modules. It is well suited for transporting and protecting your complete H6 recorder setup when working in the field, on live recordings, video, live broadcast, or electronic news gathering projects.


The H6 handy recorder is a versatile, six-track, portable recorder with four mic/line inputs. It doubles as a USB interface and features an interchangeable microphone system with six interchangeable capsules (one included, five available separately), which can be swapped out as easily as the lenses on a camera.

The SKB iSeries military-standard, waterproof hard case for Zoom H6 recorder and mic modules offers protection against water submersion, impact, corrosion, and fungus. It includes pockets for the recorder, XYH-6 X/Y mic capsule, MSH-6 M/S mic capsule, SGH-6 or SSH-6 Shotgun mic capsule, EXH-6 Dual XLR/TRS Combo capsule, windscreen, memory cards, cables, and additional accessories.

Zoom H6 All Black 6-Input / 6-Track Portable Handy Recorder with Single Mic Capsule (Black)

While the original gray H6 is bundled with two mic capsules and premium accessories, the Zoom H6 All Black portable handheld recorder features a sleek black finish and a single mic capsule, making ideal for bands, multi-instrumentalists, and podcasters who don't immediately need the extras. With its X/Y stereo microphone capsule, six versatile mic/line inputs, and up to 6-track recording, the H6 All Black is both user-friendly and easily expandable.

Like other H-Series Handy recorders such as the H4n Pro and H5, you can hold it in your hand, attach it to a mic stand or tripod, or mount it to a camera (shoe mount available separately); the H6 All Black packs an impressive array of features into a rugged, rubberized body that's more than ready to meet the varied demands of musicians, content creators, videographers, and sound designers.

From the intuitive, tactile controls to the plentiful battery life and powerful audio processing functions, the H6 All Black is well equipped for producing pristine audio for complete musical arrangements, independent films, and panel podcasts. It can supply phantom or plug-in power for condenser mics, or accept direct connections from synths, keyboards, drum machines, or +4 dB line-level mixers. No matter the source, selectable auto-recording and pre-recording ensure that you'll never miss the start of a take, and stereo safety track recording provides duplicate tracks at a lower level to avoid distortion.

Original H6 vs H6 All Black
Whereas the original H6 sports a gray finish, two interchangeable stereo mic capsules, and premium accessories—a protective case, a foam windscreen, and a USB cable, the H6 All Black 2020 Version is presented in a sleek, solid black finish and includes a single stereo mic capsule. Both versions can be powered by four AA batteries.
Fast, User-Friendly Operability
The H6 All Black's front panel is ergonomically arranged with its most essential and commonly used controls—transport buttons for record, play/pause, stop, back, and forward operations, individual record-arm buttons that double as mute switches during playback, large gain knobs, and pad switches. For added safety, a hold switch disables all front-panel buttons to prevent accidental operation during recording.

Day or night, view vital information such as audio levels, recording time, battery status, and more on the 2" full-color LCD, which happens to be backlit and angled for maximum visibility.
Instant Access to Gain Adjustments
Each H6 input has its own dedicated gain control knob. There's no track selection or button pressing required to optimize your recording levels; just turn the dials (clearly labeled from 0 to 10) anytime you need to adjust the gain. If your XLR-1/4" input sources are so loud that you need even less gain than the preamps provide at the "0" setting, use four front-panel pad switches to attenuate the combo inputs by 20 dB.
X/Y Stereo Microphone Capsule
Leave your external mics at home and travel light; the H6 All Black includes a stereo microphone capsule (the original H6 includes two interchangeable capsules). With nothing more than the H6, you're set to record a variety of sources, even ear-rattling ones up to 136 dB!

The matching black X/Y capsule provides clear, phase-accurate capture in two different X/Y positions—90° for a tight stereo image or 120° for a wider perspective. Just twist the capsules to their premarked positions to switch between the two configurations.
Supports Interchangeable Zoom Mic Capsules
The Zoom mic capsule input on the H6 All Black accommodates Zoom's line of separately available interchangeable capsules, which can be swapped out as easily as the lenses of a camera. With shock-mounted X/Y, Mid-Side, and mono or stereo shotgun mic capsules to choose from, you can be ready to record music, dialog, or sound effects without carting an external microphone setup. Opt for the EXH-6 combo input capsule to accept two additional mic/line signals via XLR-1/4" jacks.
Six Channels of Microphone/Line Inputs
Equipped with four XLR-1/4" combo inputs and a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack input (on the X/Y capsule), the H6 All Black can accommodate condenser microphones, +4 dB balanced line-level sources, or signals from unbalanced instruments with active electronics. Turn on 12, 24, or 48 VDC phantom power to the XLR jacks, or 2.5V plug-in power to the mini jack. Whether you plan on recording studio condenser mics, feeds from wireless receivers, or a lavalier and shotgun mic combo for an interview, the H6 All Black's preamps are ready to deliver low-noise (-120 dB EIN) performance.
Record All Channels Live or Overdub Layers
The H6 All Black boasts 6-channel recording at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution. Record all channels simultaneously or utilize the overdubbing function to add layers of instruments after an initial recording. Adjust levels and pans for your tracks, then use the internal mixdown function to blend six tracks down to a stereo file.
SD Card Recording and Audio Interface Functionality
Maximize portability by recording directly to an SD card (up to 2GB capacity), SDHC card (up to 32GB capacity), or SDXC card (up to 128GB capacity). A 2GB card will yield over 3 hours of 16-bit / 44.1 kHz stereo recording time using the BWF-compliant WAV format for uncompressed audio quality and industry-standard file compatibility. Note that media cards are available separately, and larger capacity cards will increase startup times.

Alternatively, use the H6 All Black as a 6-in / 2-out USB 2.0 audio interface at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz. For audio interface operation with an iPad (Apple Camera Connection Kit required and available separately), select USB stereo mode, which offers two channels in and out at up to 16-bit / 48 kHz.
3.5mm Outputs for Simultaneous Hookup to a Camera and Headphones
The H6 All Black boasts 3.5mm line and headphone mini-jack outputs for simultaneously feeding your camera/DSLR and a pair of headphones. Independently adjust the headphone volume via the side-panel volume control. For quick playback reference, a built-in monophonic speaker is also provided.
Powered via AA Batteries or AC Adapter
Power the H6 All Black via four AA batteries, or plug it into a wall outlet with an AD-17 AC adapter (available separately). Alkaline batteries can keep the H6 running for over 20 hours of continuous 16-bit / 44.1 kHz recording using the X/Y mic capsule, or for over 9 hours of nonstop 24-bit / 96 kHz recording using the X/Y mic and the four XLR-1/4" inputs. When using the H6 All Black in the stereo USB audio interface mode, USB bus powering is possible.

Rugged and Portable, Handheld or Mounted
The durable, ergonomic body lends itself naturally to handheld use. Should you need to mount it on a mic stand or tripod, a threaded hole on the back of the H6 All Black obviates the need for stand adapters. Obtain a hot shoe adapter (available separately) to attach the H6 All Black directly to a DSLR.
Signal Processing Adds Sonic Polish
The H6 All Black's onboard effects allow you to add polish to your recordings. Compression and limiting compensate for fluctuations in input level, while a low-cut filter helps eliminate wind noise, blowing, and other kinds of low-frequency rumble. Normalize files for maximum gain, split them into smaller chunks, and even insert up to 99 marks per recording.

There's an onboard metronome and tuner, and you can loop playback and adjust pitch and speed independently, making the H6 All Black an ideal tool for phrase training.
Special Recording Functions
The H6 All Black offers selectable recording functions designed to prevent you from accidentally missing the start of a performance. By keeping the previous two seconds (one second at 96 kHz) of audio whenever you press the record button, the pre-record option ensures that you'll never cut off the beginning of a great take. Auto-record can automatically start recording when a user-set sound level is detected, making it great for voice-activated recording.

Backup record enables the H6 All Black to automatically record a duplicate of the L/R input with 12 dB less input gain. Even if your original track is distorted, chances are the backup version will be fine!
Supports External Remote Control
Use the RCH-6 remote (available separately in the APH-6 accessory pack) to control the transport, arm tracks, and adjust volume at a distance while eliminating handling noise.
UPC: 884354022860
SKB iSeries Waterproof Case for Zoom H6 Recorder and Mic Modules

The iSeries Waterproof Case for the Zoom H6 from SKB is built to perfectly fit the Zoom H6 recorder, its included XYH-6 X/Y and MSH-6 MS microphone capsules, plus the add-on SGH-6 shotgun mic and EXH-6 Dual XLR/TRS capsules. It also fits a windscreen, memory cards, cables, and additional accessories.

Intended to protect your valuable gear from weather, impact, corrosion and fungus, this case is injection molded, constructed of ultra high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin and features a gasketed, waterproof, submersible design. It also features custom durable PE foam that's been specifically shaped for the H6 and its components.

Additionally, it this case has a trigger-release latch system, a snap-down rubber over-molded cushion grip handle and an automatic ambient pressure equalization valve.

UPC: 789270994997

Zoom H6 All Black 6-Input / 6-Track Portable Handy Recorder with Single Mic Capsule (Black) Specs

Portable Recorder
Number of Tracks
WAV:
6
MP3:
2
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Microphone
Interchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration
Built-In Speaker
Yes, 400 mW Mono
Display
2" / 5.08 cm Color LCD (Backlit)
Memory Card Support
SD (16 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC (4 to 32 GB)
SDXC (64 to 128 GB)
Internal Storage
None
Recording
Audio File Formats
BWF, MP3, WAV
Sample Rates
WAV:
44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
MP3:
44.1 kHz
Bit Depth
16 / 24-Bit
Bit Rates
48 to 320 kb/s
Signal Processing & FX
Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Pitch Control
Timecode Support
No
Recording Time
WAV 44.1 kHz/16-Bit:
1 Hr 34 Mins per GB (Stereo)
MP3 128 kb/s:
17 Hrs 21.5 Mins per GB (Stereo)
Connectivity
Analog I/O
4 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital I/O
None
Phantom Power
+12 / 24 / 48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Plug-In Power
Yes, 2.5 V
System Connection
1 x Mini-USB (2.0)
Performance
Gain/Trim Range
X/Y Mic Capsule:
Up to +46.5 dB
1/8" Inputs:
Up to +46.5 dB
Mic/Line Inputs:
Up to +55.5 dB
Max Input Level
Inputs:
+22 dBu (Pad On)
Max Output Level
Line Outputs:
-10 dBu
Headphone Output Power
20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Impedance
1/8" / 3.5 mm Inputs:
2 Kilohms
Mic/Line Inputs:
1.8 Kilohms
EIN
≤-120 dBu
Microphone Sensitivity
-41 dB/Pa (X/Y)
Microphone Max SPL
136 dB SPL (X/Y)
Power
Power Options
Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type
4 x AA (Not Included)
Approximate Battery Life
WAV 44.1 kHz/16-Bit:
21 Hours (Alkaline, 2 Channels)
WAV 96 kHz/24-Bit:
9.75 Hours (Alkaline, All Channels)
AC/DC Power Adapter
5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included)
Physical
Mounting Options
1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions
3.1 x 1.9 x 6" / 77.8 x 47.8 x 152.8 mm (Recorder)
3.1 x 1.8 x 2.4" / 78.9 x 45.2 x 60.2 mm (X/Y Mic)
Weight
9.9 oz / 280 g (Recorder)
4.6 oz / 130 g (X/Y Mic)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.45 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.4 x 6.4 x 2.4"

SKB iSeries Waterproof Case for Zoom H6 Recorder and Mic Modules Specs

Key Specs
Color
Black
Portable Recorder Compatibility
Zoom H6
Dimensions
Exterior
13.18 x 11.12 x 5.21" / 33.48 x 28.24 x 13.23 cm
Interior
12 x 9 x 4.5" / 30.48 x 22.86 x 11.43 cm
1.5" / 3.81 cm (Lid Depth)
Weight
3.6 lb / 1.63 kg
Portable Recorder Compatibility
Zoom H6
General
Dimensions
Exterior
13.18 x 11.12 x 5.21" / 33.48 x 28.24 x 13.23 cm
Interior
12 x 9 x 4.5" / 30.48 x 22.86 x 11.43 cm
1.5" / 3.81 cm (Lid Depth)
Weight
3.6 lb / 1.63 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.61 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.8 x 11.75 x 5.85"

Zoom H6 Reviews

Perfect

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-23

No complaints. Very nice case and product. This was a great choice and a great purchase.

Great for recording audio for your videos and podcast

By Luis
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-12

I use the H6 to record my primary audio for my social media videos and for video podcast. It's a great tool to leverage your audio sound.

Excellent recorder

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-12

This is a portable recorder that I bought to replace an older Tascam recorder that had malfunctioned. I love having the 4 XLR mic inputs, in addition to the built-in stereo mics. It's perfectly flexible for all of my needs.

Easy Peasy

By Therese
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-29

Just purchased this for my film production class as it seemed better value than the Sony version. I am glad I did, the ease of use is a great help for me, not that tech savvy. It works really well and is flexible for different types of recording. Great piece of equipment!

Wow!

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-14

I just got this and I am very excited about it. I'm very impressed with the XY mics for live music. I just used them to track my last show and its pretty rad. Lots of options for field recording.

Glad I went with the H6

By Jennifer
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-04

I was debating on whether I should go with the H4 or H6, and I am glad I went with the H6! The recording features are very sharp, and it's very easy to use while recording for a podcast or interview. I record a lot of sounds to make midi files, especially when I am out and about running errands. I no longer carry a cell phone because this is my purse on standby at any moment's notice!

Well worth the cash, you want clean recording

By Jiri
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-05

This is a great recorder. much bigger and heavier than Zoom H4N Pro whcih I already had, so knew that Zoom could make some really good recorders. The H6 uses better preamps, less noisy, the battery life is definitely far superior to the H4 (it uses 4 AA). What I love are the gain knobs, instead of a rocker switch of the H4. I use them more than I thought I would. What absolutely shocked me, though, is the quality of the X/Y capsule. I saw many videos on YT where people were raving about the X/Y capsule, but hearing is believing and when I heard my first recording, I agree. It absolutely corroborated what people were saying. Before you buy an external mic, give this included capsule a try and hear for yourself. You may not need an external mic... Definitely get a wind screen. I do field recording, so I got from B&H the Rycote handheld lyre shock mount with wind jammer kit and life is good!

nice but not so modern

By Hamilton
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-15

Very good for extra mics in choir recording

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