Zoom - H5 Handy Recorder
User rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars with 93 reviews.
4.8(93 Reviews)- 7 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
Records directly to Secure Digital and Secure Digital High Capacity memory cards up to 32GB
For simple storage and transfer.
Multipurpose use
Allows multitrack recording of music and speech for podcasting, broadcasting, electronic newsgathering and more.
Auto record, prerecord and backup-record functions
Help ensure you capture the moment.
Compatible with Zoom input capsules
So you can use the microphone that suits your recording environment.
X/Y microphone capsule included
Features 2 matched, unidirectional microphones set at a 90° angle for crisp, clear recording. An advanced shockmount with rubberized material helps minimize vibration and handling noise.
140dB SPL maximum pressure input
Lets you record high-volume extremities, such as a jet aircraft less than 200' away, for loud, close and clean sound.
Backlit LCD screen
Offers a clear display.
Roll-bar covers
As well as a hold switch that disables the front panel buttons helps prevent accidental operation during recording.
+12V, +24V and +48V phantom power options
With a 20dB pad for a consistent, clear signal.
1/8" stereo mini jack connector and 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks
For connecting microphones and line-level devices, such as mixers, portable music players and more.
Multichannel and stereo USB 2.0 interface
Enables a high-speed connection to a PC (driver required for multitrack mode), Mac or Apple® iPad®
(Apple Camera Connection Kit required for iPad).iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries
What's Included
- 2 AA batteries
- Case
- Foam windscreen
- USB cable
- X/Y mic capsule (XYH-5)
- Zoom H5 Handy Recorder
General
- Product NameH5 Handy Recorder
- BrandZoom
- Model NumberH5
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Other
- Product Width2.625 inches
- Product Height1.75 inches
- Product Length5.375 inches
- Product Weight6.2 ounces
- Memory Card CompatibilityMicro-USB
- Display TypeLCD
- Microphone InputYes
- Batteries IncludedNo
- Headphone JackYes
- Maximum Recording Time15 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
- Battery SizeAA
- Integrated MicrophoneYes
- Computer CompatibilityApple iOS, Mac
- Internal Memory64 gigabytes
- Integrated Speaker(s)Yes
- Memory Card SlotYes
- Supported File FormatsMP3
- USB ConnectivityYes
- Recording TypeVoice recorders
- 1-Touch RecordingYes
- Voice-Activated RecordingYes
- OperationDigital
- Safety LockYes
- UPC884354013196
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 93 reviews
(93 customer reviews)to a friend
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazed
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.Incredible control and sound quality. It's prefect for podcasts and mic control on film projects. Easy controls and long battery life. I recommend watching a review view but you dont really need to take the time, get it, its seriously impressive stuff.
Features
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Comfortable Hold and Crisp Sound
||Posted .I’m new to sound equipment and did some research before making this purchase. In the end, I was stuck between the H4 and H5 as I understood these to be some of the more common in the industry for professional field recording. I’ve been using the H5 for over 6 months now and am very pleased with the crisp, high quality sound it records. I love popping in my headphones and just listening to the enhanced reality surrounding me as I’m recording. Feels surreal, like being in the IMAX. When held close, it captures your voice nicely and is great for audio notes. A bit of a podcast tone to it. The rubber-like material around the grip is great and keeps it from slipping or moving around in your hand. It’s also a slimmer and sleeker build compared to the H4. Light weight and easy to grab with you on the go. I’m very happy with the purchase. While I don’t have personal experience with the H4, I’d say if you can afford it, go for the H5. It’s been improved to offer a more comfortable experience for the user, although I believe the sound itself is highly comparable. The H4 has been used by professionals for years and is too a great investment for a smaller budget.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quality audio recorder
||Posted .Owned for 6 months when reviewed.Always been a fan of zoom products and this one lives up to my expectations. It's great for capturing VOs, and as a field recorder for capturing audio if the video camera we are suing doesn't have xlr inputs.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Zoom H5
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Bought this to record live bar bands and and outside gigs. Especially like the ability to use the xlr inputs and mix the front xy capsule, plus the xy in interchangeable with other zoom capsules.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent for mid grade recordings.
||Posted .I'm a live sound engineer and love to record my shows. I can't always multi track so the H5 is exactly what I need to get a matrix recording. The XY pattern mics also get a great ambient recording. This is great for movie audio recording as well. The card that comes with it is operational but, not big. Definitely get a larger size one for big projects.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great audio solution
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I use this to record sound for weddings. It works really great, and I love being able to dial record from the LR channels and by getting a line in. It is great to ensure sound.
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
top level recorder
||Posted .Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.i use my zoom for all kinds of audio recording scenarios and it's super solid. a lot of different functionality and high quality recording, love the size but still being able to use xlr cables. would definitely recommend this over most recorders.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great recording
||Posted .Been using this device to record audio for my videos. The sound quality is great, plus I love the versatility of the device. The only bummer is that it does not accept 64GB card, only 32 GB.
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Q: Questionwhen was this model offered for sale ? is it a 2020 model or a older model ?
Asked by Michaelo.
Q: QuestionDoes this have a voice change feature?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer I have used these for several years, Although I have never needed this feature on this device, I have never seen where it did. I always use an external system to get those kind of features. I's a great recorder tho.....
Answered by recording7
Q: QuestionIs this good to record acoustic instruments? Piano or organ?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes! Any instrument. Even vocals or a choir.
Answered by PianoMab
Q: QuestionWhy they not creating cable from the mic to the base could be deferent sizes of cables for options so you be able to plant just the microphon even on a boom it will be great think about it
Asked by IBJSOUND.
- A:Answer Zoom does actually offer an extension cable for the swappable microphone capsules. It's the "Zoom ECM-3 Extension Cable for Zoom Interchangeable Input Capsules", which sounds like what you're looking for. Just keep in mind that the gain knob for the microphone module is on the module itself, which would be at the end of the boom pole if you mount it there. This might make setting levels a tad more difficult than if it were on the recorder itself, but once they are set, it shouldn't be an issue.
Answered by audiogeek
Q: QuestionCan it be used as a meeting recorder for transcription?
Asked by Jrose52.
- A:Answer It can, though you may want to get the omnidirectional mic for it. Keep in mind, this is targeted at recording for audio production and may be overkill if you just want to reproduce what was said at a meeting. The recording will definitely be super high quality if that's what you are looking for.
Answered by AmetPro