While on the subject of the input dials, it has to be said that they're the only feature, apart from the M/S mic, which feel a bit flimsy. Thankfully, Zoom must have thought so too, as each one is partially protected by a rim of hard plastic. The rim doesn't go all the way around, though, as that would make turning the dials impossible, and would get in the way of the four pad switches which sit between the dials. The pad switches' positioning creates another ergonomic issue, as they are too close to the level wheels, making it very difficult to move them without altering level settings! You can record in either WAV or MP3. The most common setting for recording podcast vocals is 44100Hz, 16bit. Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries, over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA alkaline batteries The M/S array's overall sound is similar to that of the X/Y, both in terms of quality and dynamic range, although, by its very nature, it is a little less tight and more expansive, and seems to handle lower frequencies more comfortably. Conclusion

For smaller choirs with no more than five singers per part, I like to have one mic each for bass/tenor/alto/soprano or maybe one for a solo and re-arrange the others. I didn't buy the XLR module (yet) so I have only four XLR inputs at present. The H6’s USB port enables it to serve as a stereo or multi-channel audio interface for your computer or iPad. Record continuously for over 20 hours with just four AA batteries or extend your recording time indefinitely with the optional AD-17 adapter. And the second, above, is recorded using a Samson Q2U plugged into one of the H6’s XLR ports. Cost of the Zoom H6 This means you can record directly into your computer’s DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) with multiple microphones, via the H6 and a USB cable.Though the H6 has a nice little display window on it, many podcasters still prefer to monitor recordings on a bigger screen in a waveform view. This makes it much easier to see that everything is okay at-a-glance. But we treated ourselves to an early Christmas present in the shape of the Zoom H6, and I’d been looking forward to getting a good look at it.

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. This helps reduce the impact of unwanted low sounds in your recording, such as popping, or wind/handling noise. Compressor/Limiter But, although it’s definitely good value for all that it does, it’s still a serious investment. So do you really need one? Who Probably Doesn’t Need a Zoom H6? Okay, that’s our Zoom H6 review! Unsurprisingly I share in the common opinion that the Zoom H6 is an incredible piece of kit, and a great choice for audio producers and podcasters alike. This can be used with external mics that require a power source to work. Inputs 1-4 can provide phanton power of +12V, +24V, & +48V. Sound Quality of the Zoom H6Although colourful and clear, the screen graphics are small, so precision meter reading isn't really possible. That said, the scale favours the top 18dB, which is where the metering matters, so setting a respectable level without too much trouble should be possible. Talking of stereo capsules, there are two different detachable mic capsules included with the Zoom H6 as standard. Four interchangeable input capsules – X/Y, MS, Shotgun, and Dual XLR/TRS Combo – make the H6 the ultimate chameleon of the audio world, and its advanced preamps make it the best-sounding one too.