Zoom H5studio is a professional portable audio recorder that combines studio-grade microphone preamps, 32-bit float recording and Zoom's latest interchangeable 3.0 microphone capsule system in a compact handheld design. Developed for musicians, filmmakers, podcasters, journalists and field recordists, it delivers exceptional audio quality with ultra-low-noise recording, flexible connectivity and intuitive operation. Whether capturing live performances, film dialogue, interviews or immersive ambience, the H5studio provides professional recording performance with the convenience of a portable recorder.

Key features

• 32-bit float recording with dual A/D converters
• 4 simultaneous recording tracks
• Zoom 3.0 interchangeable microphone capsule system
• Supplied with XYH-5s X/Y stereo microphone capsule
• 2 locking XLR/TRS combo inputs
• Professional microphone preamps with EIN of -127 dBu
• Supports recording up to 192 kHz
• USB-C 4-in / 2-out audio interface
• Large full-colour LCD display with waveform monitoring
• Supports microSDXC cards up to 2 TB
• Advanced accessibility features with spoken menu guidance

Overview

Included Content

• Zoom H5studio
• XYH-5s X/Y stereo microphone capsule
• USB-C cable
• 4 × AA batteries
• Quick Guide

Creative Tools

• Capture every recording with complete confidence using professional 32-bit float technology and dual A/D converters, preserving an enormous dynamic range without requiring manual gain adjustment and eliminating clipped recordings.
• Record up to four tracks simultaneously using the supplied XYH-5s stereo microphone capsule together with two external microphones or line-level sources, making the H5studio ideal for music production, filmmaking, interviews, podcasts and field recording.
• Benefit from Zoom's next-generation microphone preamps with an Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) of -127 dBu, delivering exceptionally clean recordings with outstanding detail even when using low-output dynamic microphones.
• Expand the recorder with Zoom's interchangeable 3.0 capsule system, allowing compatibility with optional stereo, shotgun and XLR expansion capsules to adapt the H5studio to virtually any recording environment.
• Connect professional microphones, wireless receivers, mixers or instruments through the two locking XLR/TRS combo inputs with selectable +24 V or +48 V phantom power for maximum recording flexibility.
• Use the H5studio as a USB-C 4-in / 2-out audio interface for Mac, Windows, iOS and Android devices, making it suitable for podcast production, livestreaming, music recording and voice-over work.
• Monitor recordings using the bright full-colour display with real-time waveform visualisation while recording directly to microSDXC cards with capacities up to 2 TB for extended recording sessions.
• Take advantage of built-in accessibility features including spoken menu navigation and audible guidance, helping visually impaired creators operate the recorder confidently in both studio and field environments.

Ideal For

• Musicians
• Filmmakers
• Field recordists
• Journalists
• Podcasters
• Content creators
• Sound designers
• Anyone seeking a professional portable recorder with studio-quality preamps and 32-bit float recording