THE H5. VERSATILE PRODUCTIVITY.

Four tracks of simultaneous recording and interchangeable mic capsules make the H5 flexible and powerful enough to meet the evolving needs of today’s creators.

The design of the XYH-5 mic capsule allows the H5 to handle up to 140 dB SPL — equivalent to the sound of a jet aircraft from less than 200 feet away! And to keep your levels under control, the H5 offers compression and limiting.

The H5’s rubberized housing and shock-mounted microphones minimize vibration and handling noise, while a low-cut filter helps eliminate wind noise and other kinds of low frequency rumble.

The H5 utilizes the same high-quality, low-noise preamps as our flagship H6, ensuring great-sounding recordings in all sonic environments.

The Pre-Record function captures and saves two seconds of audio before you hit RECORD -- perfect for unexpected starts.

Auto-Record

The Auto-Record function allow the H5 to automatically start and stop recording at predefined sound levels.

Backup-Record*

The H5’s Backup-Record function automatically records a duplicate set of L/R tracks with 12db less input gain. This audio safety net helps to protect your recordings.

*44.1 and 48 kHz WAV files only.

SIX INTERCHANGEABLE MIC CAPSULES

H5 with XYH-6 Capsule

H5 with MSH-6 Capsule

H5 with XYH-5 Capsule

H5 with the SGH-6 Capsule

H5 with headphones, remote control, lavalier and camera plugged into it.

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

The H5’s XLR/TRS combo inputs can handle both mic- and line-level signals for microphones, wireless receivers, mixers, keyboards and more. Each input has a dedicated gain control knob. The supplied XYH-5 capsule also provides an additional mic/line input via a ⅛" mini phone jack.

Outs

A Line Out with adjustable volume allows you to send audio from the H5 to the input of a camera or other device without the need for an attenuator cable. In addition, there's a separate headphone output with a dedicated volume control. You can use both outputs simultaneously to route audio to your DSLR while monitoring with headphones.

RECORDING TIMES & FILE FORMATS

Record continuously for over 15 hours with just 2 AA batteries or extend your recording time indefinitely with the optional AD-17 AC adapter.

The H5 can record up to six monophonic WAV files (or up to three stereo files) in any of the following formats:

FEATURES

Includes detachable X/Y capsule (XYH-5) capable of handling 140 dB SPL

Shock-mounted mics for reduced handling noise

Compatible with all Zoom input capsules

Four-track simultaneous recording

Records directly to SD and SDHC cards up to 32 GB

Up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formats

Two mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo connectors, each with selectable phantom power and -20 dB pad

Built-in effects, including low-cut filtering, compression, and limiting

Auto-record, Pre-record, and Backup-record functions mean that you'll never miss that perfect take

Multichannel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad with Loop Back function

Powered by two AA batteries or via USB

Over 15 hours of operation with alkaline batteries

H5 mounted to DSLR on a tripod

THE H5 HANDY RECORDER

Ideal for documentaries, podcasting, audio for video, and professional sound design, the Zoom H5 portable handheld recorder lets you quickly record up to four input signals regardless of your audio experience.

H5, turned to the right

SPECS

General

RECORDING MEDIA:       SD card: 16MB to 2GB , SDHC card: 4GB to 32GB

DISPLAY:              Backlit LCD (128 x 64 pixels)

Inputs

INPUTS L/R [XYH-5 X/Y MIC]:       Mic type:   Unidirectional

Sensitivity:   -45 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

Input gain:   -∞ to 52 dB

Max sound pressure input: 140 dB SPL

PHONE OUT :     Connector:    1/8" stereo mini jack

Output Level:    20 mW +20 mW into 32 Ω load

BUILT-IN SPEAKER:          400mw 8 Ω mono

Recording Formats

STEREO MODE: WAV (BWF-compliant)

Sampling frequency:   44.1/48/96 kHz

Bit rate:    16/24 (Stereo)

Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2

MP3

Sampling frequency:  44.1kHz

Bit rate: 48/56/64/80/96/112/32/160/192/224/256/320kbps

MULTITRACK MODE:      WAV (BWF-compliant)

Sampling frequency: 44.1/48 kHz

Bit rate: 16/24 (Mono/Stereo)

Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 6 (L/R + INPUT 1/2 + L/R backup)

USB

MASS STORAGE CLASS OPERATION:         Class: USB 2.0 High Speed

AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION: MULTITRACK MODE:      Class: USB 2.0 High Speed

Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz

Bit rate: 16/24 bit

Inputs / Outputs: 4 / 2

AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION: STEREO MODE:  Class: USB 2.0 Full Speed

Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz

Bit rate:  16 bit

Inputs / Outputs: 2 / 2

USB bus powered operation  possible

(iPad operation supported in Stereo mode only)

Power Requirements

AA size (LR6) battery x 2

AC adapter: AD-17 (DC5V/1A/USB-type) (optional)

USB bus power