
The unit also doubles as a 6-in/2-out USB audio interface and it can be used with your computer running the included Cubase LE or other DAW software. This means that if you find that you have tracked your main audio too loud and that distortion has occurred in your audio, you will have a backup stereo mix with 12 db more headroom as a fail-safe. It also features a backup-record option that tracks a duplicate of the left and right channels with -12db input gain. The recorder allows you to record up to six channels at once and stores them to SDXC memory cards up to 128GB in size. Also, each of the four combo inputs has its own -20dB pad. All four inputs and each of the mic modules are equipped with their own preamps with dedicated gain knobs that are easily accessible whether you have the unit mounted to your camera, or strapped over your shoulder. The Zoom H1n is a small, pocketable audio recorder which can record high quality audio with its built-in mic or an external mic. They began by making rhythm machines and MIDI synchronizer systems.

To give a brief history of the company itself, Zoomwas founded back in 1983and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
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In addition, the H6 is equipped with four XLR/TRS combo inputs for connecting external mic/line sources such as microphones or mixers. What is a Zoom Recorder Put simply, a Zoom Recorder is a portable recording device that captures sound and audio while you are on the go. In addition to providing you the ability to adjust the width of your stereo audio after it has been recorded, MS recording also provides true mono compatibility, a factor that comes into play in situations such as television production. Contrary to the appearance of the capsule, the mid-side module actually contains two elements positioned on top of one another: a unidirectional mic which faces forward (mid), and a bi-directional mic set perpendicular to it (side). The module allows you to adjust the angle of the two mics to either 90 degrees, or for a wider stereo image, 120 degrees.įor situations that call for audio that allows for width control over your stereo image after it has been recorded, the XY module can be switched out for the MSH-6 mid-side stereo microphone module. The included XYH-6 XY microphone module is made up of two matched unidirectional condenser microphones and is intended for capturing accurate, phase-correct stereo audio. The H6 Handy allows for versatile recording techniques, giving you several options right out of the box. Optional module attachments can be purchased for expanded functionality. The recorder ships with both XY and mid-side microphone modules, foam windscreen, 2GB SD card, four AA batteries, USB cable, Cubase LE and a hard carrying case.

The H6 Handy from Zoom is a portable handheld recorder and USB audio interface that features an interchangeable microphone system.
