Making The Most Out Of The Zoom H6 Handy Recorder

Incredible video Mr. Malone. This is weeks of your experience and videos like this are very rare these days. Thanks for sharing a real experience with this product.

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO. I was going insane trying to find confirmation that you didn't need a computer to do multitracking with the H6. Thanks!!!

Amazing video. I bought one earlier today and can’t wait for it to arrive. I have a blues-rock trio and can’t wait to record our gigs live with it. I had the H4N a long time ago but sold it foolishly. However really looking fwd to the enhanced display and ease of use of the H6N. Great video. Thanks.

Fantastic demo. Thank you 🙏🏽
Was there a compressor on the H6 for your mics?

great review. thank you

Did you try the overdubbing? How easy/difficult it is to do that?

Fantastic video. Just the info I needed. Ty!

This is awesome!!! I wonder if I capture the same audio results from my Zoom Q4N.

Just got mine in, and CAN't WAIT to dive in. Great video.

Wow what a difference!

I have the original H6 kit with the two mics and the full accessory pack. I bought the whole package second hand but like new, all still boxed at a great price. I love the recorder and its flexibility. I now also have a Tascam X8, which, in my mind is what Zoom should have done as an upgrade to the H6. When the H6 was released, it was revolutionary. But it was10+ years ago, and Zoom should have come out with a real replacement. They havent, so Tascam took the opportunity: the X8 is in many ways similar to the H6 but has improved on a number of small details, e.g. wider choice of input connectors, 32bit float, a better user interface, mixing board, DSP functions, somewhat better preamps. But the H6 is still very usable in 2023 and I am planning to keep it.

Many thanks for your excellent review of the Zoom H6 from a musician’s perspective. I have an H6 and also a Sound Devices MixPre 6, which was over 3x more expensive. However, I find the H6 is just as good!

Really great coverage of the H6! Looking to use the extension as a way to get the mic close to the band but have the H6 USB directly to my iPhone to capture the stereo mix directly into my video. My only concern is people stepping on the pricy extension cord. What do you think? Thanks!

great video. I use my H6 with the remote and i bought it used in a plastic (slightly bigger) hardcase with the XYH-6 and MSH-6. there is also the Zoom EXH-6 Combo Capsule for 69 Euros if you have a pair of mics and want a different placement of the 2.

Was the band recording done clean or with any of the compression settings? With the unit on the stand above the drums how did you go about setting levels? 24 bit to be a bit more conservative? I’d be afraid of getting some clipping distortion unless I did the recording several times to get it all just right.

Holy crap!! I’m watching your video about the zoom H6 and I just realized you are based out of the city/area that I live in…….cool

great video! super informative, thank you for making!

Impressive stereo recording

10/10 review 🪄👍

Great review, can you record with the condensers and the XLR inputs at the same time, say a live duo, two singers on the condensers with guitars through DIs in the XLRs ? To give you more control over the guitar EQ and level

Is your that you recorded "Leave the Door Open"? - Great video!

Anyone get “ERROR!” Message when trying to format SD card? How do you fix?

Cool video. Thanks for doing that.
I do have the H6 and it surprises me every time I use it. Great recorder and I have to mention it does have Very Exceptional audio. I can't see anyone complaining about the recordings this will give you. I would have to lean toward user error if something went wrong. I Highly recommend the Zoom H6.

Thank you, this video is very instructive :-)

thank you for such a straightforward and informative video!

I use the Q2n 4K. Is perfect.

Being a drummer as well, I needed this video to convince me that this product is the right investment for me. Thanks for all the great info!

How well would the Zoom H6 record noise when recording outdoors? I need to document/record noise that is produced by an HVAC (Air Conditioner) while it is running. I tried to record the noise with my phone, but the recording is not clear and the recording does not sound like when you hear the noise in person. Should a mic be used with this recorder to capture the noise? If yes, which mic is recommended?

That's amazing review. I recently bought an zoom-H8 to record a band ensemble, and it was very helpful. What do you think about recording the guitar, bass, vocals, two keyboards, and drums on the H8 together? Will the sound be really bad?

Great story telling man!

GO PACK GO!

I liked this video, and my being a drummer made this video relevant. I got the old version and H6 Black looking forward to how the newer version will sound. I enjoyed learning about the extension cables and would use the room x/y mic instead of taking my expensive mics out of the studio. So using them with the special cable was a big plus for me. Again thanks for sharing, and I won't hold Being a Green Bay fan against you. Go Bears!

I own both H6 and H8 love them!!

Legit

I really enjoyed watching you play the drums. 🎉

I bought a pristine condition H6 with entire kit on CL and don't know what the F I'm doing with it. I got it for a STEAL too. I have the long extension cable and would love to sell the entire thing. Know anyone?

I have been giving some thought to adding the 2 additional xlr inputs for six miles and using my classic H2 over the drums and H1N for crowds. At a gig still trying to figure out our three singers

Thanks for making and sharing this video. It is super helpful! I've been using a ZOOM H4N for years and love it. Now I'm getting ready to start using the H6 for various projects. Your video has helped a lot with breaking down the features and capabilities of the H6. I'm really looking forward to using this new ZOOM! Peace.

Fantastic video, I did watch previously but watched it again with headphones! The difference was very noticeable the big band sounded amazing with the Zoom H6, and so did your trio. I am very impressed with the H6 I have only ever used a Zoom H2 like the one you showed in the video, which was OK lol!

Thanks drummer, Beautiful video 👊🏽🙌🏽

Beautiful studio mike.

I just sold my H4n pro that worked really well for my drum covers and bought an used h6 in mint condition and I’m blown away with the quality of sound before EQ and all that! Your video helped me to figure out other uses for it that I did not even know I could have! Thank you 🤘🏾

Nice Video. I just use my H6 for video recording but I like how you’ve recorded your drums! Hey where did you get that H6 case?

Thank's Mike for the video. I'm a percussionist and also just bought the H6 and thinking about the extension cable (way too expensive though). Your video is inspiring!

Really neat man! Been looking for ways to record good audio & my in ear mix in live situations. Have used an H2 with mixed results so far!

Thanks for that. I just got the H8 and I'm looking forward to playing with it.

Your band sounds amazing