Zoom H5 Studio Handy Recorder
Your Best Work Starts Here
The Zoom H5studio is designed for professional, seamless audio production. Capture pristine recordings with oversized condenser microphones, studio-grade preamps, and 32-bit float technology for uncompromising quality.
The Largest Mics Ever on a Handy Recorder
Featuring 19.4mm capsules—the largest ever on a Handy recorder—the H5studio captures an extended frequency range, up to 140 dB SPL, and exceptional dynamic detail for unmatched clarity and depth.
F-Series Preamps in a Compact Form
Borrowing from Zoom's flagship F-series, the H5studio’s preamps deliver ultra-clean gain with an EIN of -127 dBu. Dual AD converters and 32-bit float recording provide a massive 132 dB dynamic range, capturing everything from whispers to explosions—without distortion or noise.
No Clipping. No Compromise.
Record in 32-bit float for zero clipping and maximum flexibility in post, or choose 16/24-bit for fast, broadcast-ready files. The H5studio gives you both—with physical gain knobs—so you never have to choose between convenience and quality.
Six Tracks. 192 kHz. Full Control.
Record up to 6 tracks simultaneously (4 isolated + stereo mix) at sample rates up to 192 kHz.
Shielded for Clean Sound Anywhere
Advanced RF shielding eliminates interference from phones and routers, ensuring clean takes in any environment.
Intelligent Limiting
"Look-ahead" limiters automatically prevent overload and distortion before it reaches your track.
Pro I/O Options
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Two XLR/TRS combo inputs with +48V phantom power and +4 dBu line level
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3.5mm stereo mini input with plug-in power
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3.5mm LINE OUT for direct camera connection
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3.5mm headphone output (20 mW)
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Onboard speaker for immediate playback (250 mW)
Next-Gen Capsule System 3.0
Compatible with new 32-bit float capsules (SSH-6e, EXH-6e), the H5studio gives creators even more flexibility with Zoom’s modular mic system.
Visual Monitoring
A vibrant 2" color LCD displays real-time waveforms and input levels, making setup and monitoring easy and precise.
Wireless Control via App
Use the Zoom Handy Control & Sync app for iOS to manage your H5studio remotely, including transport controls and timecode sync.*
(*BTA-1 or TCA-1 adapter required)
Features
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Mono mode for narration and voice
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Low-cut filter for noise reduction
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16/24-bit WAV export with normalization
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Variable speed playback (0.5x–1.5x), A-B repeat
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Start tone for syncing audio to DSLR video
Specifications
Display: 2.0" Full-color LCD (320×240)
Power: 4×AA (alkaline/lithium/NiMH), USB-C, or optional Zoom AD-17 adapter
Consumption: Max 5 W
Size: 86 × 206 × 54.6 mm
Weight: 410 g (with batteries)
Inputs
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Mic Capsule: 1 (XYH-5s – unidirectional, 140 dB SPL max)
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MIC/LINE Mono: 2 combo XLR/TRS
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Stereo Mini Jack: 1 (plug-in power)
Outputs
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LINE OUT: 1 stereo mini jack (+1 dBu max, 110 Ω)
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Headphones: 1 stereo mini jack (20 mW + 20 mW at 32 Ω, 10 Ω output)
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Speaker: 1 mono dynamic speaker (250 mW max)
Recorder
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Max recording tracks: 6
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Max playback tracks: 4
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Formats: WAV (44.1/48/96/192 kHz, 16/24/32-bit float), mono/stereo, BWF/iXML
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Media: microSDHC/microSDXC
USB Interface
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Connector: USB-C (data-transfer capable)
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Modes:
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4-in / 2-out (Multi)
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2-in / 2-out (Stereo)
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Sample rates: 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface), 44.1/48 kHz (interface + onboard record)
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Bit depth: 24-bit, 32-bit float
Battery Life Estimates (Power Saving ON, Display Medium, 48kHz/32-bit float, XY capsule only)
