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Zoom H5 4-Input / 4-Track Portable Handy Recorder with Interchangeable X/Y Mic Capsule
The Zoom H5 is a powerful, versatile portable recorder designed to evolve with your creative needs. Featuring a modular system of interchangeable input capsules and two dedicated XLR/TRS combo inputs, the H5 allows for four-track simultaneous recording with exceptional clarity. Its included shockmounted X/Y microphone capsule is specifically engineered to handle high sound pressure levels while minimizing handling noise, making it an essential tool for videographers and sound engineers. Modular Design with Interchangeable Microphone Capsules Includes XYH-5 Shockmounted X/Y Capsule for Clean Stereo Audio Four-Track Simultaneous Recording in WAV or MP3 Formats Dual XLR/TRS Combo Inputs with Independent Gain and Phantom Power Over 15 Hours of Continuous Operation on Just Two AA Batteries
Description
Professional Flexibility: Zoom H5 Handy Recorder
The Zoom H5 continues the legacy of professional field recording by offering a perfect balance of portability and high-end functionality. Whether you are recording a live concert, a multi-guest podcast, or location dialogue for a film, the H5 adapts to the environment. Its standout feature is the interchangeable capsule system, allowing you to swap the included X/Y mic for a shotgun mic, Mid-Side capsule, or additional XLR inputs (sold separately), ensuring you always have the right tool for the sonic landscape.
Advanced Audio Engineering
The included XYH-5 capsule features two matched unidirectional condenser microphones set at a 90-degree angle. These are housed within an advanced shockmount system that utilizes integrated rubberized wires to isolate the mics from the recorder body. This significantly reduces vibration and handling noise, which is critical when the unit is handheld or mounted atop a vibrating camera rig. Furthermore, the H5 can handle a staggering 140 dB SPL, allowing you to capture ear-splitting live performances with the same precision as a quiet interview.
Seamless Video Production Integration
Designed with filmmakers in mind, the H5 is easily mountable to any DSLR or mirrorless camera. It features a dedicated Line Out with adjustable volume, allowing you to send a high-quality audio feed directly to your camera’s input while simultaneously recording a professional backup internally. The dual combo inputs support both mic and line-level signals, and each input features its own physical gain control knob protected by a “roll bar” to prevent accidental adjustments during a shoot.
Reliable Performance in the Field
The Zoom H5 records directly to SD and SDHC cards up to 32GB, providing ample space for long production days. With the ability to record in BWF-compliant WAV for professional editing or space-saving MP3 formats for quick broadcasting, the H5 fits into any workflow. Despite its powerful processing, it is incredibly efficient, offering over 15 hours of runtime on two standard AA batteries. From the built-in compression and limiting to the onboard lo-cut filtering, the Zoom H5 provides all the tools necessary to capture studio-quality audio in a rugged, mobile package.
