ZOOM / H5

The ZOOM H5 is a handy recorder that combines two built-in stereo microphones with an external input for simultaneous recording of up to four tracks. It features an XY stereo microphone with a shock mount mechanism that can withstand 140 dB SPL and minimizes handling noise. It's ideal for a wide range of applications, including field recording, live recording, video production, and podcasting.

■Handy Recorder
From first-time handy recorders to professional users, the H5 provides everything you need for audio recording, from music recording to video production, podcasting, broadcasting, and news coverage.


- Interchangeable microphones for different situations, just like the lenses on an SLR camera.
- Includes the XYH-5 shock-mounted XY microphone, capable of withstanding sound pressure levels of up to 140 dB SPL.
- Compatible with optional H6 microphone capsules.
- Supports simultaneous recording of up to four tracks in 24-bit/48 kHz WAV format.
- Direct recording to SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB.
- Supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz WAV (BWF compliant) or MP3 format.
- Two XLR/TRS combo inputs for connecting external microphones and lines.
- Gain volume control with a protection bar to prevent accidental operation. - Equipped with separate inputs
- Supports a -20dB PAD setting, allowing distortion-free input of professional equipment's +4dB line level
- Can supply +12/+24/+48V phantom power to external condenser microphones
- Can also use plug-in power (2.5V) stereo microphones
- Built-in compressor, limiter, and low-cut filter
- Built-in chromatic tuner and metronome
- Auto REC/Pre REC/Backup REC functions to prevent missed recordings
- Built-in MS Decoder for use with external MS microphones Card Functions
- Mixdown function that converts multi-track recordings to stereo
- Tuner and metronome functions that are convenient for instrument practice
- A-B repeat function that repeats playback of a specified range
- Playback speed adjustable from 50 to 150%
- Pitch adjustment for each track adjustable from flat 6 to sharp 6
- USB 2.0 port for high-speed transfer of recorded data to a PC/Mac
- 4-input/2-output USB audio interface function (PC/Mac only)
- Stereo USB audio interface function compatible with iPad
- Loopback function allows you to overlay narration over background music on your computer or iPad, making it convenient for online broadcasting.
- Built-in speaker allows you to instantly preview your recording.
- Strap hole for attaching a camera strap.
- Hot shoe mount (HS-1) for mounting on a DSLR camera (sold separately).
- Long battery life of approximately 10 hours with two AA alkaline batteries.
- Accessory package ""APH-5"" sold separately, including an AC adapter, remote control, and hairy windscreen.

- Recording media Compatible with 16MB-2GB SD cards, 4GB-32GB SDHC cards

Recording Time (2GB card): 3 hours 8 minutes (WAV 44.1kHz/16-bit), 34 hours 43 minutes (128kbps MP3)

Power Supply: Two AA batteries, AC adapter (DC5V 1A AD-17), USB bus power

Dimensions: Main unit: 66.8 (W) x 135.2 (D) x 42.1 (H) mm, XYH-5: 65.5 (W) x 62.2 (D) x 41.0 (H) mm

Weight: Main unit: 176g (excluding batteries), XYH-5: 94g

Accessories: XY microphone capsule (XYH-5), main unit case, windscreen, USB cable, operation manual