The Zoom H5studio Handy Recorder in Black was made for seamless and professional production. Creators can record flawless audio with stunningly clear microphones, studio-grade preamps, and 32-bit float recording. The 19.4mm microphones capture audio with incredible frequency response, 140 dB max SPL, and an expansive dynamic range. Their increased size captures recordings with unmatched depth and fidelity.

F-Series Preamps, Now in Your Hands

The H5studio's inputs feature our F-series preamps, giving your audio unmatched clarity (minus 127 dBu EIN). With dual AD converters and 32-bit float, they deliver an impressive 132dB dynamic range, capturing everything without noise or distortion.

Complete Control, Zero Clipping

32-bit float and 16/24-bit formats each have their advantages. 32-bit float prevents clipping but requires post-production. 16/24-bit eliminates the need for post-processing but requires gain adjustment to prevent clipping. The H5studio offers the best of both worlds with 32-bit float and dedicated gain knobs - no clipping and no need for post-production. The H5studio captures up to six tracks (four iso-tracks plus a stereo mix) with sample speeds up to 192 kHz. Carefully engineered RF shielding keeps interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi routers out of your recordings, anywhere you go. The H5studio features ‘advanced look-ahead’ limiters which anticipate potential overloads and prevent distortion before it reaches your track.

The Inputs

The two locking XLR and TRS inputs support plus 48V phantom power and plus 4dBu line level. There is also a 3.5mm stereo jack with plug-in power. The H5studio’s 3.0 capsule system supports 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording. The WLM-1 is a dual-channel wireless system that comes with two transmitters and a receiver. The transmitter's built-in microphone captures clear, balanced audio at volumes up to 130 dB SPL. Get monitor input levels with real-time waveforms on the full-color LCD.

The Outputs

Use the loud 20mW headphone output to monitor, or listen back to your recordings in any environment. Use the 3.5mm stereo LINE OUT to connect directly to a camera, easily syncing your audio and video. The built-in speaker has a maximum output of 250mW for previewing recordings on the spot. The H5studio is a 4-in and 2-out USB audio interface for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android, supporting 32-bit float and 16 or 24-bit recording. Stream live and simultaneously record a backup to microSD.

Sync Smarter

The TCA-1 timecode adapter generates and outputs timecode or jams to an external clock. Thanks to its precision temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) it generates ultra-accurate timecode, staying within 0.5 frames over 24 hours. You can also receive wireless timecode from the ATOMOS UltraSync BLUE (available separately). With the Zoom Handy Control and Sync app for iOS, you can remotely manage multiple Zoom recorders, control start and stop, and synchronize timecode effortlessly.

Premium Features

Mono mode for recording interviews, narration, and vocals. Low-cut filter to suppress low-frequency noise. Normalize and export audio files in 24-bit and 16-bit WAV formats. Variable speed playback (0.5 to 2.0x) and A-B repeat playback of recorded files. Recording start tone function useful for aligning audio with DSLR video. Storage on microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately). The H5studio operates on 4 AA alkaline batteries for up to 15 hours of recording. Power through the USB port using a USB mobile battery or an optional AC adapter.

Accessibility

The H5studio is designed with Accessibility for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.