Zoom’s most robust handheld recorder, the Zoom H6essential is a recording powerhouse. With 6 tracks of 32-bit float recording, the H6essential provides unprecedented quality and unmatched versatility.

Step up to 32-Bit Float

With 32-bit float and dual AD converters, the H6essential captures a huge dynamic range. This gives creators the ability to record perfect audio, distortion-free every time.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, or Chinese.

Six Perfect Tracks

The 4 XLR and TRS combo inputs feature ultra-clean Zoom preamps, and the included X and Y microphones can capture up to a booming 135 dB SPL, equivalent to a jet taking off.

Next Generation 3.0 Capsule System

The H6essential’s 3.0 capsule system has been updated to support 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording.

Record and Stream

Use the USB-C port to connect to PC, Mac, iOS, and Android devices to use the H6essential as a 32-bit float interface while simultaneously recording all 6 tracks to an SD card.

Essential for Creators

For musicians, the H6essential is a portable studio. Mic up to 4 instruments using the XLR inputs and use the X and Y microphones to capture the full ensemble in beautiful stereo. For filmmakers, the 32-bit float recording gives filmmakers confidence with every take. The interchangeable capsules, 4 XLR inputs, and wireless time code make the H6essential invaluable on any set. When everyone wants to be on your podcast, the H6essential has you covered with 4 XLR inputs. For two additional XLR inputs, connect the optionalEXH-6e capsule.

Waveform Display

The H6essential has a waveform display so you can see your audio as it records.

Built-In Display

For full control of your mix, hit the ‘Mixer’ button and quickly adjust your levels.

New Connections

Use the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings. With the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter, you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.

Remove the Mics

When the X and Y mic is not needed, detach the capsule and use the included cap for a low-profile setup.

More Upgrades

Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for silent operation. Use the improved onboard speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference. Use the line output to connect to a camera and the headphone output to monitor your audio. The new full-color LCD screen provides you with a more vivid view as you record and navigate the menu.

Essential Versatility for All Creators

The included XYH-6e Stereo Mic Capsule adds 2 high-quality microphones in an X and Y stereo arrangement. This arrangement is most sensitive to audio directly in front while also capturing a clean stereo image. The SSH-6e Stereo Shotgun Capsule includes a super-directional microphone to pick up sound in the center, as well as a bidirectional side mic to pick up sounds from the left and right. The mid-side stereo image is adjustable from mono to ultra-wide stereo pickup. You can capture dialogue with the center mic, and then mix in the desired amount of environmental sound captured by the side mic. If you need more inputs, simply plug in the EXH-6e dual XLR and TRS combo capsule.