Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

4.5 / 5

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product: Not specified
Recorder type: Handheld field recorder
Number of XLR mic inputs: 2
Number of built-in microphones: 2
Max. simultaneous recording tracks: 4
Max. playback tracks: 4
Analogue audio input type: Unbalanced stereo line in (TRS mini-jack), unbalanced line in (XLR), microphone input (XLR), microphone input (TRS mini-jack)
Recorder outputs: Headphones (TRS, jack or mini jack), line out (TRS mini jack)
Timecode I/O: No
Power options: Batteries
Built-in speakers: Yes
Storage type: SDHC / SDXC
Maximum sample rate: 96 kHz
Bit rate: 24-bit
Audio formats: WAV / PCM, MP3
Recorder mounting possibilities: 1/4-inch screw thread for camera stand

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight: 200 gr
Dimensions: 23,5 x 17,0 x 9,0 cm

Product specifications

portable audio recorder
compatible with all Zoom input capsules
4-track multi-track recordings (6 including backup)
gain control per input
brackets protect the gain controls
effects: compressor, limiter, low-cut filter
metronome and chromatic tuner
auto record, pre-record, backup record
editing: normalise, divide, trim
internal mixdown multi-track to stereo
voice memo and 99 marks per recording
A/B loop display
variable playback speed
variable pitch (does not affect playback speed)
USB audio interface functionality:
- iPad (with optional Camera Connection Kit)
- PC and Mac
- loop back function
mountable on DSLR or video camera (with optional HS-01)
operates for 15 hours in stereo mode on 2 AA batteries (included)
XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule:
- unidirectional
- sensitivity: -45 dB
- input gain: up to 52 dB
- max. sound pressure: 140 dB SPL
- built-in shockmounts
mic/line input:
- connector: 3.5mm stereo mini jack
- input gain: up to 52 dB
- plug-in power: 2.5 V supported
inputs 1 and 2:
- connectors: 2x XLR/TRS (6.3 mm jack) combo
- input gain (pad off): up to 55 dB
- input gain (pad on): up to 35 dB
- max. input level: +22 dBu (pad on)
- phantom power: +12 V/+24 V/+ 48 V
- self-noise: -120 dBu or less
outputs:
- line: 3.5mm stereo mini jack, -10 dBm
- headphones: 3.5mm stereo mini jack, 20 W + 20 W at 32 ohms
- built-in speaker: 400 mW, 8 ohms, mono
file formats:
- stereo: WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits), MP3 (44.1 kHz, 48 - 320 kbps)
- multi-track: WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits), max. 6 tracks (L/R + input 1/2 + L/R backup)
USB:
- class: USB 2.0 High Speed
- multi-track: 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bits, inputs/outputs 4/2
- stereo: 44.1/48 kHz, 16 bits, inputs/outputs 2/2
- power via USB optional
display: LCD, illuminated, 128 x 64 pixels
storage: SD card (16 MB - 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB - 32 GB)
power supply: 2x AA battery (included), AD-17 power adapter (optional), USB
included:
- 2 AA batteries
- XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule
- USB cable
- protective box
- windscreen (foam)
separately available:
- SGH-6 shotgun microphone
- EXH-6 XLR/TRS capsule
- HS-01 hot shoe mount
- APH-5 accessory kit (remote control, AD-17 power adapter, windscreen)
dimensions (capsule not included): 66.8 x 135.2 x 42.1 mm
dimensions XYH-5 capsule: 65.5 x 62.2 x 41.0 mm
weight (capsule not included): 176 grams
weight XYH-5 capsule: 94 grams

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product: Not specified
Recorder type: Handheld field recorder
Number of XLR mic inputs: 2
Number of built-in microphones: 2
Max. simultaneous recording tracks: 4
Max. playback tracks: 4
Analogue audio input type: Unbalanced stereo line in (TRS mini-jack), unbalanced line in (XLR), microphone input (XLR), microphone input (TRS mini-jack)
Recorder outputs: Headphones (TRS, jack or mini jack), line out (TRS mini jack)
Timecode I/O: No
Power options: Batteries
Built-in speakers: Yes
Storage type: SDHC / SDXC
Maximum sample rate: 96 kHz
Bit rate: 24-bit
Audio formats: WAV / PCM, MP3
Recorder mounting possibilities: 1/4-inch screw thread for camera stand

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight: 200 gr
Dimensions: 23,5 x 17,0 x 9,0 cm

Product specifications

portable audio recorder
compatible with all Zoom input capsules
4-track multi-track recordings (6 including backup)
gain control per input
brackets protect the gain controls
effects: compressor, limiter, low-cut filter
metronome and chromatic tuner
auto record, pre-record, backup record
editing: normalise, divide, trim
internal mixdown multi-track to stereo
voice memo and 99 marks per recording
A/B loop display
variable playback speed
variable pitch (does not affect playback speed)
USB audio interface functionality:
- iPad (with optional Camera Connection Kit)
- PC and Mac
- loop back function
mountable on DSLR or video camera (with optional HS-01)
operates for 15 hours in stereo mode on 2 AA batteries (included)
XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule:
- unidirectional
- sensitivity: -45 dB
- input gain: up to 52 dB
- max. sound pressure: 140 dB SPL
- built-in shockmounts
mic/line input:
- connector: 3.5mm stereo mini jack
- input gain: up to 52 dB
- plug-in power: 2.5 V supported
inputs 1 and 2:
- connectors: 2x XLR/TRS (6.3 mm jack) combo
- input gain (pad off): up to 55 dB
- input gain (pad on): up to 35 dB
- max. input level: +22 dBu (pad on)
- phantom power: +12 V/+24 V/+ 48 V
- self-noise: -120 dBu or less
outputs:
- line: 3.5mm stereo mini jack, -10 dBm
- headphones: 3.5mm stereo mini jack, 20 W + 20 W at 32 ohms
- built-in speaker: 400 mW, 8 ohms, mono
file formats:
- stereo: WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits), MP3 (44.1 kHz, 48 - 320 kbps)
- multi-track: WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits), max. 6 tracks (L/R + input 1/2 + L/R backup)
USB:
- class: USB 2.0 High Speed
- multi-track: 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bits, inputs/outputs 4/2
- stereo: 44.1/48 kHz, 16 bits, inputs/outputs 2/2
- power via USB optional
display: LCD, illuminated, 128 x 64 pixels
storage: SD card (16 MB - 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB - 32 GB)
power supply: 2x AA battery (included), AD-17 power adapter (optional), USB
included:
- 2 AA batteries
- XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule
- USB cable
- protective box
- windscreen (foam)
separately available:
- SGH-6 shotgun microphone
- EXH-6 XLR/TRS capsule
- HS-01 hot shoe mount
- APH-5 accessory kit (remote control, AD-17 power adapter, windscreen)
dimensions (capsule not included): 66.8 x 135.2 x 42.1 mm
dimensions XYH-5 capsule: 65.5 x 62.2 x 41.0 mm
weight (capsule not included): 176 grams
weight XYH-5 capsule: 94 grams

Service promise

Bax Music Warranty This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

Reviews (31)

4.5

31 reviews

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5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

My first audio recorder and I'm very happy with it. I did a lot of research before buying, and wanted something with a very low noise level at a reasonable cost. The H5 certainly delivers this. It's not completely noise free when the gain is turned up, but good enough for the price. Well recommended as an starter unit.

June 14, 2021 | Andrew Simeou

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

Wow! What a great sound from this high tech piece of kit. I would highly recommend this product for anyone who’s interested in recording sounds and anyone who is a professional. This affordable sound recorder is easy to use and accommodates the needs for any musician, field recorder, sound for films or anyone who’s interested in sound. You can plug a pair of headphones in and listen to the high quality audio as it records in real time for a real immersive sound experience. I’m having loads of fun with my new Zoom H5!

June 9, 2021 | Dylan J.

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

June 9, 2021 | Dylan

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

This product is really great, and when combined with my new rode nt5 it has been a complete game change for my audio set up. This product is great for any one who is fairly new to audio who wants what is a very capable and flexible audio device.

I would highly recommend. Also it was in perfect condition when it arrived, which is to be expected, but it is still good to know.

February 14, 2021 | Matthew W.

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

The Zoom H5 is excellent. Not only does it feel robustly made, it also performs extremely well. I am particularly delighted with the way it records my Steinway Grand piano performances. It is easy to use, and it is easy to transfer files to the computer. (The only aspect I was unaware of was that it did not come with an SD card, and that it won't accept a card larger than 32GB). As a product it is to be highly recommended.

January 6, 2021 | John Ekington

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

This product is really incredible. The sound quality is amazing and the menu system is really easy to work with. This is going to be a pleasure to use.

July 30, 2020 | Chris

Reviews from other countries

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

Fantastisch apparaatje! Neemt mooi en clean op. Supercompact en toch professionele kwaliteit. Zeer blij mee!

July 15, 2026 | Wim Warman

This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

Geweldig apparaatje. Compact, lekker klein en toch van professioneel niveau. Neemt supermooi en clean op. Ook best gebruikersvriendelijk. Ik ben hier zeer blij mee!

July 15, 2026 | Wim Warman

This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

5 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

Licht en handzaam apparaat. Er zit een doorzichtige case en schuim plofkap bijgeleverd. Ik gebruik de microfoon vooral voor audioreportages, wanneer ik buitenshuis ben.

September 20, 2024 | Bert

This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

1 / 5

Zoom H5 Handheld Audio Recorder

Really bad recorder and service. The XLR jack was broken on the first recorder I ordered. Then I sent it back and received a recorder where all two XLR jacks are broken. And now I have to pay for to send it back again.

August 8, 2024 | Cloe

This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

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