Zoom H6/UK Handy Recorder

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Although colourful and clear, the screen graphics are small, so precision meter reading isn't really possible. That said, the scale favours the top 18dB, which is where the metering matters, so setting a respectable level without too much trouble should be possible. If you find yourself working with multiple guests or roundtable episodes locally then this can be a huge upgrade in the control you’ll have over your recording and editing sessions. The H6 features two 1/8” outputs, a stereo line out as well as a headphone out with dedicated volume control. This helps raise low-level input signals and lower high-level input signals. It basically takes the loud bits of your audio and the quiet bits of your audio and pulls them all closer together. Phantom/Plug-in Power

You don’t need a computer to record with the Zoom H6, it’s designed to work entirely on it’s own. But, if you choose to, it can also be used as a USB audio interface. But, although it’s definitely good value for all that it does, it’s still a serious investment. So do you really need one? Who Probably Doesn’t Need a Zoom H6?While on the subject of the input dials, it has to be said that they're the only feature, apart from the M/S mic, which feel a bit flimsy. Thankfully, Zoom must have thought so too, as each one is partially protected by a rim of hard plastic. The rim doesn't go all the way around, though, as that would make turning the dials impossible, and would get in the way of the four pad switches which sit between the dials. The pad switches' positioning creates another ergonomic issue, as they are too close to the level wheels, making it very difficult to move them without altering level settings! For smaller choirs with no more than five singers per part, I like to have one mic each for bass/tenor/alto/soprano or maybe one for a solo and re-arrange the others. I didn't buy the XLR module (yet) so I have only four XLR inputs at present. You can record in either WAV or MP3. The most common setting for recording podcast vocals is 44100Hz, 16bit. Mic Phantom power: +12V /+24V /+48V (Phantom power can be turned on/off independently for Inputs 1 - 4) Phantom power for all main inputs: +12/+24/+48V, large full-colour LCD display, angled so it’s easy to read in all environments

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To return faulty items see our Returning Faulty Items policy. This means you can record directly into your computer’s DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) with multiple microphones, via the H6 and a USB cable. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To be honest, even without any audio experience, you can use the Zoom H6 at a simple level. It’s hard to miss the big red record button on the front, after all, and you can learn the more advanced features as you go. Audio InputsThis helps reduce the impact of unwanted low sounds in your recording, such as popping, or wind/handling noise. Compressor/Limiter The H6’s USB port enables it to serve as a stereo or multi-channel audio interface for your computer or iPad. Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries, over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA alkaline batteries

The Winner: We think that Zoom H6 has the better display, especially if you're an audio enthusiast who wants access to as much information as possible. Sound Quality And the second, above, is recorded using a Samson Q2U plugged into one of the H6’s XLR ports. Cost of the Zoom H6

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Though the H6 has a nice little display window on it, many podcasters still prefer to monitor recordings on a bigger screen in a waveform view. This makes it much easier to see that everything is okay at-a-glance. If you need some more tailored advice for your own setup, or want help with any other aspect of podcasting, then we’d love to work with you. Four interchangeable input capsules – X/Y, MS, Shotgun, and Dual XLR/TRS Combo – make the H6 the ultimate chameleon of the audio world, and its advanced preamps make it the best-sounding one too. In general: This is a good portable device for recording podcasts, instruments and low-budget student movies. Personally, I use it for all this. For its price, this is probably the best solution that only an older model, the Zoom H8, can compete with.

Records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards up to 128GB, up to 24-bit /96kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formats You can buy additional capsules too. There’s a Zoom SSH 6 Shotgun Mic attachment for ultra-directional recordings where you need to isolate one sound and reject everything else around it. And there’s a capsule with 2 additional XLR 1/4″‘combo’ inputs if you want a total of 6 of them for your recording session. Also on the Zoom H6Record continuously for over 20 hours with just four AA batteries or extend your recording time indefinitely with the optional AD-17 adapter. This can be used with external mics that require a power source to work. Inputs 1-4 can provide phanton power of +12V, +24V, & +48V. Sound Quality of the Zoom H6