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Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder

BH #ZOZSSH6E • MFR #ZSSH6E
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Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder
Key Features
  • Alternate Capsule for H6essential
  • Mid-Side Stereo Shotgun Design
  • Precisely Adjust Stereo Mic Balance
  • Supports 32-Bit Float Raw Recording
Capture direct sound and ambience in fine detail with the SSH-6e from Zoom, a mid-side stereo shotgun mic for the H6essential portable recorder. Utilizing the Capsule System 3.0, this alternative mic capsule offers a precisely adjustable mid-side stereo capture and supports 32-bit float raw recording for easy adjustment in post.
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Zoom SSH-6e Overview

Capture direct sound and ambience in fine detail with the SSH-6e from Zoom, a mid-side stereo shotgun mic for the H6essential portable recorder. Utilizing the Capsule System 3.0, this alternative mic capsule offers a precisely adjustable mid-side stereo capture and supports 32-bit float raw recording for easy adjustment in post.

The onboard knob lets you shift your microphone mix between the hypercardioid shotgun element and the super wide bidirectional element for an ideal balance, and raw recording support lets you optionally adjust this balance after recording. This makes the SSH-6e an ideal choice for capturing dialogue, ambient sounds, and on-site sound during video shoots. The SSH-6e includes a WSU-2 hairy windscreen for protection against wind noises.

Zoom SSH-6e Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Shotgun (Stereo)
Polar Pattern
Figure-8 / Supercardioid
Element Type
2x Condenser
Controls
Polar Pattern
Maximum SPL
133 dB (Supercardioid)
119 dB (Figure-8)
Analog Output
No
Power Sources
USB Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Shotgun (Stereo)
Polar Pattern
Figure-8 / Supercardioid
Element Type
2x Condenser
Sound Field
Stereo
Orientation
Side Address, End Address
Controls
Polar Pattern
Pad
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Maximum SPL
133 dB (Supercardioid)
119 dB (Figure-8)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
No
Power
Power Sources
USB Power
Operating Voltage
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
Included Mount Has No Threading
Dimensions
H: 1.5 x W: 2.1 x L: 5.5" / H: 38.1 x W: 53.2 x L: 138.6 mm
Weight
1.5 oz / 43 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9 x 4 x 2.2"

Zoom SSH-6e Reviews

Too good not to have

By Dave Soltura
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-10-28

43g for a shotgun mic of this versatility and quality, at this price, makes this a no-brainer. When you use it up close, you can improve the signal-to-noise ratio and even use it as a voiceover mic. Paired with the H6 Studio, it's a much lighter kit than having a table top audio interface and large diaphragm condenser, when traveling. Also great for isolating dialogue.

Good shotgun mic.

By Kevin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-01-11

I purchased this for my Zoom H6 Essential. The mic does a good job.

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Is this compatible with the H8 recorder?

Is this compatible with the H8 recorder?
Asked by: Ariel
The Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder is not compatible with the Zoom H8 8-Input / 12-Track Portable Handy Recorder. The SSH-6e works with the new Hessential series portable Zoom recorders. For compatible shotgun microphone capsules, you can use the Zoom SGH-6 Shotgun Microphone Capsule (B&H # ZOSGH6) or the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule (B&H # ZOZSSH6).
Answered by: Marisa P
Date published: 2025-05-06

Is the outer material metal?

Is the outer material metal?
Asked by: seunghee
No, the outer material used for the Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder is plastic, not metal.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2025-10-31

Is it compatible with H5Studio recorder?

Is it compatible with H5Studio recorder?
Asked by: Renat
Yes, the Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder is compatible with the Zoom H5studio 4-Track Handy Recorder with 32-Bit Float Recording.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2025-06-29

Will this also work with the Zoom H4essential ...

Will this also work with the Zoom H4essential recorder?
Asked by: WALTER
The Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder is not compatible with the Zoom H4essential 4-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2024-08-01

What is the diameter of the microphone shaft in ...

What is the diameter of the microphone shaft in millimeters?
Asked by: seunghee
The diameter of the shaft on the Zoom SSH-6e Stereo Mid-Side Shotgun Microphone for H6essential Portable Recorder is 24mm.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2026-01-20

How does a microphone support 32bit float wide ...

How does a microphone support 32bit float wide dynamic range recording?
Asked by: s
LOL good question! It's not the mic itself that supports 32 bit float recording, but rather it's the recorder that supports it. And the Zoom H6essential (BH #ZOH6E), which is the only recorder compatible with this mic at this time, does indeed support 32 bit float wide dynamic range recording with any mic you connect to it! Cheers
Answered by: E
Date published: 2025-02-26
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