The Flagship

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

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Step Up To 32-Bit Float

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

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Ellis Hall on keyboards

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

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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.*

* To use a language other then English, please visit Support and Downloads.

Ellis Hall | Singer, Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist

H6e being used to record a sports car

Six Perfect Tracks

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

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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.

replacing the mic capsule with a protective cover when no capsule is necessary

Remove The Mics

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

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H6e connected to a laptop in USB mode

Record And Stream

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

ESSENTIAL FOR CREATORS


five musicians recording to the H6e

For Musicians

The H6essential is a portable studio. Mic up to 4 instruments using the XLR inputs and use the X/Y microphones to capture the full ensemble in beautiful stereo.

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Chris Ferrari | Saxophone
John Benitez | Bass
Luisito Quintero | Percussion
Vinny Valentino | Guitar
Santiago Moyano Sr | Vocals, Percussion

Live Sound Mixer recording a sports car using all six inputs on the H6essential

For Filmmakers

32-bit float recording gives filmmakers confidence with every take. The interchangeable capsules, 4 XLR inputs and wireless timecode make the H6essential invaluable on any set.

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James Appleton | Live Sound Mixer

podcasters using a H6essential to record their podcast

For Podcasters

When everyone wants to be on your podcast, the H6essential has you covered with 4 XLR inputs. For two additional XLR inputs, connect the optional EXH-6e capsule.

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Ming Chen, Ethan Nieratko and Christian Cordes | Podcasters | A Shared Universe Podcastudio

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Waveform Display

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

Using the mixer button and adjustment wheel to adjust track levels

Built-In Mixer

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

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using an iPhone to remotely control the H6e

Pair With Your iOS Device

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.

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Bluetooth Timecode

With the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter you can also pair with Bluetooth timecode devices for audio and video sync.

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*BTA-1 Adapter not included

MORE UPGRADES


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Quieter Controls

Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for silent operation.

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Onboard Speaker

Use the improved onboard speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.

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Outputs You Need

Use the line output to connect to a camera and the headphone output to monitor your audio.

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Higher Visibility

The new full-color LCD screen provides you with a more vivid view as you record and navigate the menu.

5-piece jazz band playing and recording to the H6essential