The Zoom H6 Audio Recorder - Complete Review and Sample Audio!

In this video I will demonstrate the audio quality of the Zoom H6 portable six track recorder with interchangeable Mics.

I shot this video using the Rode NT-1 studio condenser microphone plugged into one of the XLR ports in the zoom unit.

I also take some time to test out and demonstrate the audio form the H6-XY capsule and the MSH-6 Mid/side capsule along with various other demonstrations which are at the end of the video.

If you're a YouTuber, looking to get better quality audio in your productions, a Podcaster looking to connect multiple microphones in a portable recorder at home or in the field the Zoom H6 is a great option for you.

Note I mention that it doesn't come with a power adaptor. Keep in mind that viewers have pointed out that you can power it via the provided mini usb port using an iphone charger or even usb battery pack.....

NOTE: Towards the end of the video I demonstrate a lapel microphone connected into the XLR port on the side. Now the official word by rode is that you should use the Rode VXLR+ 3.5mm Mini-Jack to 3-Pin XLR(M) Adaptor w/ Power Convertor. It will downgrade the 12V phantom power to 3.5V which is the recommended amount of power for their lav mic's. This is a safer option in order to avoid blowing out your lav mic...

If you want to see my follow video on how to use the ZOOM H6 with external microphones click here:

ASMR with the ZOOM h6 and the MSH-6 Capsule

Where to buy:
Amazon US

Zoom H6 All black with XY micrphone:

Manfrotto Pixie Table Top Stand:

#zoom #h6 #audio

[MobileMusic]

*You DON’T need to buy a power adapter for this*
If you have an old iPhone CUBE charger, just use it!!
Same specs (5V) - It works - I use it all the time :)
Or use any old charger with 5V lying around...

[burtdiaz]

What one of the best product reviews I’ve watched in Youtube. Impressive!

[jonfreeze]

Your negatives for the H6 are so wonderful. DC adapter and SD card door, such a simple ask. Great review!

[minisynthmaniac]

Recording synths is mainly what I am going to be using it for, and seeing the sound test with Roland Boutiques was very satisfying. The noise and hiss that many reviewers have been complaining about was not there. Thank you for your great review, it helped me make my decision.

[wehappyfewmusic]

Excellent review, very clear and informative! Thanks

[CarlosGonzalez-roow]

You definitely saved my from buying an interface and cables to connect my mixer to it, all these recording software, mics, cables can be stressful this is great to take with me whenever I perform at a party that way i can record my drums and syncronize the audio with the video!

[lancebangle]

Came for the review, stayed for the ASMR at the end

[gferriott]

Wow, Best audio I've heard on Youtube yet! Great Review

[Carl-Camera]

Thank you for the bonus sound samples at the end, the XY stereo microphone is great.

[thedvguy]

I use a USB cable with a portable battery, the kind you use with your phone. It lasts for days.
I saw you were using it, but you didn't mention the mounting hole in the back. I often use mine on a light stand. Just screw it on, or use an adapter to give you tilt ability. I love my H6

[smartdrivetest]

Hello - excellent review. I'm looking to boost my audio quality. I do a lot of recording in a vehicle and find I'm getting a lot of ambient noise. I'm looking to clean that up. Would you be so kind as to give me a recommendation for a set up that would increase the voice audio and cut out a lot of the background road noise from the vehicle? Thanks again for the excellent review. All the best, Cheers Rick

[TobisVideos]

such a satisfying review! amazing thank you

[TonyMolesworthMusic]

Thanks. Does connecting th slzoom h6 via the 3.5 outlet to your camara sound lower the quality of the sound when you put it in to your computer. As you mentiined it has great sound due to pre amps. But everyone says camaras have nit very good quality pre amps. And not to use the camera for sound.
So does the sound go through the Camra pre amp through the 5.3 cable. The camera i have i think has phantom power. I would have to turn this off?
Thanks a mill.
??? Thanks.

[BrandonLovoi]

I use this for my podcast and it is very clean sounding for such a small package. Really no complaints.

[Zodliness]

Thanks for the thorough in-depth review of the H6, I enjoyed it so much, your presentation alone persuaded me to try one for my audio needs.

[Naitsirk]

One can tell how good the microphones are as they're very revealing of the problematic room reverberation that make cuts really difficult. A fine example of why one's environment is as important as the audio equipment itself.

[andrewpaul]

I’m following because of that song you ran through the Zoom. Groovy

[vincentoliver]

Hi, I have been using the H6 for a couple of years now and am more than happy with it. However, just one thing that has puzzled me and perhaps you can answer this as I se you have the same issue. At 3:20 your display shows the XY and four separate channels, at 3:49 your display now shows the XY and three channels (channels 3&4 are now combined) . I only got this when I upgraded the firmware to 2.30, I did a factory reset and then all the channels were displayed as per 3:20. Any clue as to what has happened or have I missed something very obvious.

[princebanini]

I love this video is just super informative and amazing at the same time.

The audio quality is just beautiful and crisp

[THATSTREAL]

Such a well thought out and comprehensive review! Awesome video! Thank you for that!