Zoom H5/UG/02 Introduction

• Introduction

  • Swappable stereo mics

    • The H5 comes with an XY mic that records a stereo image with depth. Swap it for another mic capsule to suit the situation, much like changing lenses on an SLR camera. See Zoom H5/UG/04 Mics.

  • Up to 4 tracks at once

    • Besides the swappable stereo mic on the L/R inputs, the main unit has two XLR/TRS inputs, Inputs 1/2. See Zoom H5/UG/05 Inputs.
    • Together they record up to 4 tracks at once: for example ambience, narration, the overall sound and the voices of several performers.

  • Recording features

    • The XY mic sits in a shock mount that reduces vibration noise. It handles sound pressure up to 140 dB SPL, louder than earlier recorders could capture, and records stereo with excellent separation.
    • With the L/R inputs, the H5 can record a backup file at the same time, 12 dB lower than the regular recording. Use the backup if an unexpected loud noise distorts the regular recording. See Zoom H5/UG/08 Recording/12 Backup Rec.
    • Every input has its own knob for quick gain adjustment.

  • Operation features

    • The H5 records to SDHC cards up to 32 GB.
    • A line output jack sits alongside the headphone output, so the H5 can feed a video camera or other device while you monitor on headphones.
    • Over USB, the H5 works as a card reader, a 2-in/2-out audio interface, or a 4-in/2-out audio interface. Windows needs a driver for 4-in/2-out. See Zoom H5/UG/11 USB.
    • Like other H series recorders, it has a tuner, a metronome, and playback speed and pitch controls. A wired remote control is also available.