Zoom H6 vs H8: Which One is the Ultimate Sound Recording Beast?
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3 жыл бұрын🔍 Looking for a new field recorder? Not sure whether to choose the Zoom H6 🎤, Zoom H8 🎤, or the new TASCAM X8 🎤? In this video, we compare and contrast the features of each recorder for you.
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@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
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@Dale_Blackburn 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, just subscribed, good channel! I want to ask a simple question. Can we attach any external mic easily to Zoom H8? Like Rode NTG4? And do i need a external microphone for dialogue recording? I know filmmakers use ''shotgun'' microphones for dialogue recording. So as a wanna-be filmmaker, i need to buy two things, one shotgun mic and one zoomH8 for my audio production in general right? Thanks!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
@@Dale_Blackburn Hi Dale, If that is a microphone you want, sure go for it but you also need an XLR cable, probably a boom pole or a lightstand, nanopole to fix the mic somehow. I guess you would buy the Rode NTG4 kit which comes with a handheld pistol grip. If not, well you need that too. Also thought about wind protection too?
@MusicalBasics 2 жыл бұрын
This helped me a lot, I got the H6. I used your affiliate link as appreciation for you taking the time, effort, and planning to make a well-structured video that really showcased the differences between the two ;) Just FYI, your H6 affiliate link points to the pre-2020 version on amazon, which is out of stock.
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for using the link and letting me know about this. I check the link right now and fix that problem.
@jonfreeze 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve had my eye on the Zoom H6 for a while. This video helped out a lot! I like your points on the startup time and xlr inputs.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Jon and I'm glad the video could help.
@ContentMonsters Жыл бұрын
EXCEPTIONAL.
@bendaviskate 2 жыл бұрын
As you mentioned, the H6 audio in your test is louder than the H8 audio. After normalizing the audio of both of your tests in Audition, the noise floor actually became nearly identical between the H8 and the H6 (within 2db). Thank you for the video!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Ben!
@KieranLeCam 7 ай бұрын
I was gonna say, it may just be that the gain knobs respond differently, leading zoom H6 to actually have more gain in total if you crank it up to 10. Not sure how useful that is, though.
@PONCOTOPGOINGSOLO 2 жыл бұрын
this video really helped me in considering which device fits for me, nice video!
@auxsom 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video. And, yes, after watching your video I'm still on the fence on which one to get, but you did share some details that other videos have not shared, which do help narrow my decision a bit more. Thank you.
@ChristopherOdom 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Best video by far that addressed my specific needs.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@andystandys 11 ай бұрын
I own an H6, and I really love it. I use it mainly for connecting external mics while recording interviews.
@gyur6 3 жыл бұрын
So glad I found your channel. Instant sub. Thank you for your content, so lively yet just as informative as neccessary! High quality.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@richardjames6623 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Richard!
3 жыл бұрын
very nice, thank you for this video I am staying with my H6 for now.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Jehantk 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see the H6 is still so competitive in 2021--especially that it's start up speed is so much faster! great video
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more but one thing that is not okay is that the price is more but without the MS capsules.
@GiuseppeGessa 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. It's been really useful.
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Thats great to hear!
@shahriaralavi4904 2 жыл бұрын
best demonstration thank you!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@friedbertmoessner2625 2 ай бұрын
Thank you. You helped me a lot with your objective report. Thanks
@FreeToUseSounds 2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@Gourski 3 жыл бұрын
I love the H6 a lot! This is the perfect allrounder for me. Nice video 🙂👍🏻
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Daniel!! :)
@juancasotelo4126 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation Marcell, greetings from Lima - Perú
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Juan!
@jenswirthmann6302 3 жыл бұрын
Lieber Marcel, toller Kanal mit wirklich besonderen Themen. Ich mag deine/eure authentische Art sehr gern. Ich habe mir gerade den H6 zugelegt , nachdem ich ihn gegen den H5 habe antreten lassen (hatte mir beide bestellt). Deine Anmerkung zum H8, in Bezug auf die Ports und dem Touchscreen, kann ich nur zustimmen. Danke am Kanal auch wenn ich nur ab und zu Field Recording mache (demnächst mehr wenn ich eure Freude sehe) freue ich mich schon auf euren nächsten Videos.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hallo Jens! Das freut uns sehr das Dir die videos gefallen. Der H6 is super und damit kannst Du schon super aufnahmen machen. Liebe Gruesse nach Deutschland.
@KingfisherTalkingPictures Жыл бұрын
You answered my question. I love my h6. I won’t worry about the h8. When I upgrade I may go to the f6.
@ambientstereorecordings3528 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a Zoom H8 a week ago and so far I love it! Very clean, smooth, almost cinematic sound from the built in capsules. Haven't tried the XLR inputs yet, but I have a large collection of different microphones and will probably get around to that pretty soon.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Oh that’s awesome!
@bizarreban4598 2 жыл бұрын
Are you still liking the h8
@ambientstereorecordings3528 2 жыл бұрын
@@bizarreban4598 Yes! It's been a good tool in the studio and in the field. If you get one, you're doing yourself a disservice if you don't collect all the extra microphones available for it. I especially like the mid-side ball mic and the mid-side stereo shotgun.
@XtremeStudiosTV 6 ай бұрын
Thank You!!
@jackbrown3270 2 жыл бұрын
i want this to record a band and this video helped me out a lot. for bands you need more mic inputs but i'm glad to know the audio quality is the same and there are ways to record a big band with the H6. THANKS
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Pleasure I could help :)
@sutv6754 3 жыл бұрын
Very good. I'm trying to decide and this was very helpful. Might look into the f6 as well. I use the DR40 but I need more xlr inputs as I am recording small bands. I do well with the DR40 Tascam but really need more mics for separating the instruments and vocals from directs boxes. Thank You.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@redjbashmak 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for review, it's helps to get the right decision.
@FreeToUseSounds 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@Corredor1230 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I'm a musician and recording engineer looking for a quick and portable way to record performances in my garden, or any parks nearby, or even record some of my clients' performances, stuff like that, so I got the H8 which can always expand its XLR inputs up to 10 (which is awesome!) but for any other application, I probably would've gotten the H6 at a lower price.
@peplms 3 жыл бұрын
HI ! Thanks a lot for your video ! I'm really hesitates between the two. I'm interested into field recording especially, i will certainly going for the H8 but still not sure, i'm a sound engineer and i might use it sometimes for band recording. What i like about the H6 is that it is less noticeable i think and seems to fit better in the hand... so still hesitating. I just bought your holidays sound pack and it is amazing. Discovered your channel 2 weeks ago and what you are doing is awesome. Thanks for being that much inspiring and sharing your knowledge !
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mayaaa! Thank you so much for your nice comment and so glad you like sounds we record all over the world. Yes to be honest the H6 is better in the hand but if you like to record indoor and you put the recorder on a tripod you don't have this issue. If you don't have an H6 yes I think investing $70 into a new recorder is worth it if you like to use external microphones in the future. Also they have a VR capsule coming out soon.
@peplms 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Ok , so i will go for the H8 then, and maybe for an F6 in a far future :D Thanks for your advice !
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@peplms Yeah and who knows maybe a F6ii is coming out someday.
@hughfryer3813 3 жыл бұрын
I have an H1 and was planning an upgrade to either the H6 or H8. This was very helpful. It’s clear I won’t be needing all that the H8 features and the lower preamp noise. H6 looks like the right fit and price range for me.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thats great Hugh. I hope you have a lot of fun with the Zoom H6.
@jonesthestone 3 жыл бұрын
im happy with my H5, thanks marcel, great content as always, im off to one of the largest raven roosts in the uk tomorrow,
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! Lucky you. I hope you get lots of great sounds. :)
@jonesthestone 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds thanks marcel,
@ruechel 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@anit715 9 ай бұрын
Hello Marcel, great video.I'm sorry that I found you so late. I'm just starting my adventure with field recording. I received the Zoom H8 as a gift and I have a bit of a problem choosing which microphones I should have for recording at the beginning. There are so many of them on the market and it's hard to make a decision. Thank you in advance for being here and doing something amazing :)
@FreeToUseSounds 9 ай бұрын
Great to have you here! You can already start using the H8 alone and see how you like it. :)
@martysgarden 3 жыл бұрын
I am completely new and you mentioned the audio technica bp4025, so much to learn for sure! I will be field recording outdoor sounds mostly. Maybe I have found a new passion haha,,we will see!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard with it. :)
@Sashik 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for answering my question
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Oh you mean in this video Alex or do you have more questions?
@Sashik 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds I asked you on your previous video, why have you picked H8 over H6 , but I got all answers by watching this video now. Thank you for the video and for the reply. Cheers!
@Mr.Altavoz 3 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks. Still thinking in between the h6 or h8 . Will used mostly for recording instruments at home , the thing the the h6 is little more robust is a plus.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Yes that is true. The H6 feels less plactic.
@soundnomad 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the good video. thank you!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@XteVision 7 ай бұрын
I experience the H6 for a couple of years now. It is a powerhouse for field Recording and as usb Audio Interface for my mac. And yes, it picks up more noisefloor while having a stronger overall signal. Easy to work with. SNR looks pretty identical to the H8. Nothing to worry about. The H6 deliver 12V, 24V and 48V Phantom Power for even the top high end Condenser Mic's out there. Easy to use. Easy to transport. Easy on the ears. And 20 hours rec time is just awesome.
@gerardarnan3484 3 жыл бұрын
For people who want to start recording i think it would be awesome a comparison between the H1n vs H6 vs H8 vs F6 in different conditions where we can see the pros and cons considering the price and capabilities of each one. Great review!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gerard. Lets see if we can do a video like that. :)
@xSpirit 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds that would be very useful 👍 Great channel, maybe vast majority of us will not become field recordists, the hobby itself looks very interesting and even calming I'd imagine.
@ej119 3 жыл бұрын
I would love that video!
@geekindakitchen 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Would love that.
@spyrosroumeliotis-roumtone 3 жыл бұрын
I 've been using the H6 for years, I recently bought my own H8! I agree with everything what I heard in this video!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your support but I hope you are not disappointed with the H8 in general.
@spyrosroumeliotis-roumtone 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds No! it remains value for money option!!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@spyrosroumeliotis-roumtone Glad to hear that. :)
@2000Ajerrell Жыл бұрын
Which one do you like working with better h6 or h8
@chinmayn73 10 ай бұрын
Im getting the h8 directly since the cost difference is very little now in 2023…planning to use for moto logging in my bag along with music editing and mixing later for KZfaq videos and Instagram
@PedroReator 4 ай бұрын
Excelent!
@MangopoAnd 3 жыл бұрын
thank you for this video i will take the zoom H6 black
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
I hope you like it. Also there is a new firmware update available.
@ayhancapan 3 жыл бұрын
I'd like to watch a comparison video between f6 and h8. Thanks for this one.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dost. Let me see if we can pull that off. :)
@jimblonduk Жыл бұрын
I am a home music producer and am looking to buy one of these devices. Your review has been very helpful but I think I will go for the H6 as the combi connections are more versatile for my needs (TS & TRS's are a must). Primarily I was looking at a mixer for my Dawless setup (no computer synth setup) but the H6 looks ideal for this with the added benefits of recording my live sets while mixing and field recording for my ambient backdrops. Thank you :o)
@ROBBIEP 10 ай бұрын
i love the idea of moving away from a computer screen to make music. to be immersed back amongst the keys, records, amps, tubes, perc's and strings.
@brucejohnson863 4 ай бұрын
I just bought the h4 to start love it one day I’ll get the 8
@FreeToUseSounds 4 ай бұрын
Oh no!! There is a new H4 coming out in a couple weeks :(((
@cheeserun6502 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for video~!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again :)
@frytor2240 2 жыл бұрын
Tank u so much
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Pleasure!
@MrWallStreets Жыл бұрын
Great video
@garyclement5527 2 жыл бұрын
You did a good job. The F8 is a great field recorder.
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hectatusbreakfastus6106 Жыл бұрын
I like how you use the devices how I will be using them.
@florianmertl 3 жыл бұрын
cool, my journey was from an H1 -> H4N -> sold both -> sound devices mixpre 3 -> H5 for on the go. So Mixpre and H5 are awesome and perfect for me.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great setup Florian.
@rickhickman2730 2 жыл бұрын
Is the H5 for vlogging, or run and gun video?
@florianmertl 2 жыл бұрын
for ambiance :)
@alexiscuarezma 2 жыл бұрын
I Just bought a Zoom h6. I need it just to record audio from talking head interviews. I'm planning on pairing it with a MKE600 Shotgun Microphone. I'm an budget as it's for personal work and I'm a one man band. The F6 was temping but seemed overkill for what I need. My Current setup is just a lav mic going straight into the camera but it doesn't sound very clean. I'm hoping this new setup I got sounds much cleaner.
@rajeshk5601 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dear BRO.,..
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome but just for the record. I'm not a bro.
@scottleland403 2 жыл бұрын
The H8 is so alien looking. I love it!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
:)
@barfentertainment 2 жыл бұрын
We are an entertainment company that is going to be filming a reality tv show. We are watching this to make a decision on which one to purchase. Thanks for making this video!
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad this video helps.
@playboxlimited. 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@Alessio_DAndrea 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I have the H6 and the F6 I do not feel the need to change the H6 for the H8.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Falco! Yeah there is no need at all if you have these two recorder.
@musikone1780 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Just keep the H6. I'm jealous of your F6 though.
@hmudesign 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I just got an H8 yesterday, upgrading my H4 from 10 years + ago, still going strong, but wanted to own a backup too. Been messing around with it today, great device. Are you in Iceland? I see some colors and landscape that looks awfully familiar :) Regards from Singapore.
@JamesBermingham Жыл бұрын
Great review 🪄😊10/10 Zoom H6 for me so Thank you
@FreeToUseSounds Жыл бұрын
Thank you James!
@tomalexiou9573 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Free to use Sounds.I got the H6 five years ago and the H8 recently.I use both the devices for music.I noticed the H8 sounded better than the H6.I mic'd up a drum kit and 4x12 Marshall and I noticed the H8 sounded better.Also: the line out on the H8 (not the headphone out) sounds better than the H6 through Yamaha HS 8's.Both are good/great recording devices.I used all Xlr's on the H8 and the external mic input on the capsule with a rode nt4.If you know how to set up microphones you will get a very good sound.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, thank you so much for you feedback and I'm glad you like the H8 and you are so right about that. If you know how too set levels right it will sound great.
@MrRyan922350 3 жыл бұрын
Tom, I am recently looking for a device for my band recording. Because of my limited budget, I would like to know whether H8 is good enough to use the mic capsule to record the rock band drum kit, and line in the guitar, bass, keyboard and vocal for recording. Would the drum recording be too messy or muddy? Thank you for your advice. PS: I have no experience in recording before.
@tomalexiou9573 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrRyan922350 You will get a really good sounding demo.If you point the H8 in front of the kick drum about 3-5 feet away but keep it low to the ground, 12 to 18 inches( do it by eye) set conservative mic levels between -12 -6 .Read the manual! The stereo mic point at the middle of the kick drum,buy the apex attachment for the H8 to screw onto a mic stand(use the zoom handle threaded adaptor onto circular mic clip).Place baffle acoustic separations between the amps and drums,set the amps up like your on stage.Experiment with 120 degrees versus the 90 degree setting on the stereo mic,try 120 first and also angle the amps towards the direction of the stereo mics of the zoom H8.The kick drum is the sweet spot in a live recording.An Audio Technica live sound engineer who mixed live concerts told me at long and McQuade workshop in 2016 and it works! If you don't get a great sound you never tried hard enough! TRUTH.
@tomalexiou9573 3 жыл бұрын
You can do it with just the stereo mic and add the vocal later.Balance out your amp volumes.Good Luck! 🎉
@tomalexiou9573 3 жыл бұрын
I even use the h4 the same way I just described.Plug your device into your cars auxiliary and listen to your music while driving to work and home every day.That way you'll know your music faster and get more ideas to produce it better while driving fast on the highway!
@KennethGjesdal Жыл бұрын
Today (15th of August 2022), in Norway at least, the H6 is slightly more expensive than the H8! This is the same basic set. The H6 still seems more tempting for my use.
@GiancarloBiondi 3 жыл бұрын
hi Marcel! I have been a happy owner of an H6 zoom for a while. The h8 zoom tries to do many things but when you want to do too many sometimes you end up doing none very well. As field recording the Zoom h6 I think is better in terms of handling, where I find it inadequate is in the display (if you want to use its capsules you probably have to buy at least one extension cable as I did). If you do podcast, field recording and use it to record music then H8 is more appropriate. If they had made a Zoom H8 with 32 bit floating point then it would have been different but the price would have increased. I think the best solution is for field recording to have the Zoom F6 and the H6. It is true that the preamp of the H8 is better than that of the H6 (for a matter of quality, in fact, I joined a Tascam Dr60d II with the H6). Have you heard of the problems some have experienced with the new Zoom F2? there seems to be a problem with the connector where the cable is inserted which emits pops when prompted .. I wanted to take it but I will evaluate this problem if it actually occurs. as usual great video! You pointed out to me aspects of the Zoom H8 that I hadn't noticed such as the distance between the xlr inputs
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Giancarlo. I haven't heard about this and I thought the Zoom F2 isn't official out yet? I look into this and thank you so much for watching. :) Always nice to see you here.
@GiancarloBiondi 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds yes the F2 is already available for sale in stores, at least here in Italy for a few days and in the USA as well. It is a pleasure to watch your every new video
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! I checked B and H and its only available to order. I have to ask Zoom about this. Thank you.
@VinylWave11 2 жыл бұрын
I have the Zoom H6. Personally I like the size and that it is not touch screen. However I am wanting a recorder with stereo xlr in and stereo 1/4 outs. I know adapter are available for 1/8 cable. However 1/4 out would be great with my music gear and synths. I don’t see the H8 being enough for me to call it an upgrade
@CavenInToTheWorld 2 жыл бұрын
I have h5. Not using it much. But i wanted to get h6 since i wanted additional input for my guitars. One thing i notice from h8 vs h6 is the inputs h6 has 4 universal input but h8 has only 2 universal input.
@aleishaleonard8690 3 жыл бұрын
I love my H6, although I use it mostly for live streaming, and one think I can’t stand is how the cord to power is the same as the cord for connecting via USB! I assume this was corrected in H8, as I need to use a lot of batteries!! (Rechargeable)
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Yes after the video I realized that I haven't mention it. The new port is great and I use a powerbank as well with it.
@mania7927 2 жыл бұрын
@Free To Use Sounds Thanks for useful info , Three questions please: 1. which microphone capsule is used for Zoom H4 Pro because Zoom has more capsules? 2. And which of the capsules are best for recording educational youtube videos? 3. which device is giving best sound quality for recording educational youtube video, Zoom H4 Pro or Zoom H8 if only using built in microphone capsules? Much appreciated if you could help.
@leafyleafyleaf 6 ай бұрын
I would like to politely challenge your conclusion about the H8's XLR inputs being quieter than the H6's XLR inputs. Your test was not level-matched; the H6 is running hotter and therefore the noise is amplified as well. My evidence? When you say "Test" there is a plosive that sets your peak meter to -5dBFS on the H8 recording but -1dBFS on the H6 recording. That 4dB difference is what might be causing the H6's XLR input noise to be worse (4dB worse). Anyway, love your channel, your passion, and your overall vibe! I have an H6 on order :)
@michael86734 7 ай бұрын
cool witch one is good for recording sound effects
@FreeToUseSounds 7 ай бұрын
You can you use either one. But the H8 has definitely less noise floor.
@garyclement5527 Жыл бұрын
I love my h8
@DanielCanfield 3 жыл бұрын
I bought the H6 and then the H8 was released. I probably would have bought the H8 but I’ve been very happy overall with the H6.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Ah so close Daniel! I'm on the fence buying a VR microphone but scared that a new one comes out right after. :)
@musikone1780 3 жыл бұрын
Daniel, if you don't plan on recording instruments or doing podcasts then don't sweat it. You saved $70.
@Boasske 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I'm a bit clueless which one to buy just to record beatbox or sounds to make music with after. Like recording the sound from a spoon hitting a glass, and play around with it in Ableton.. I'm really looking for the cleanest sound with little noise and so on.. Would you suggest plugging another mic in one of these recorders for that kind of purposes? Imma folllow your channel and enjoy your authentic content Marcel! Bless
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Yes you could get another microphone to record less of the ambience around it. Cardiod or super cardiod is great. Also try getting a contact microphone. You saw the video about the KORG? Its cheap and really good for that price.
@MrFlyb4crawl 2 жыл бұрын
The F6 isn't designed for instrument recording as it doesn't have the dual MIC/Guitar/Bass inputs. Like you on the H8, I don't like its shape, and that it would have been better to keep the rectangular shape and just made it longer by doing this. I can see that they wanted to keep the unit smaller. Like you I agree about having to use the screen to control most of the features on the H8. Noise level control is always important in a recording especially when, adding in multiple devices, such as a lot of various instruments. I can see both the H6 and H8 are good for hooking them up into a 4k or higher video recorder that this can be used for a live feed and not just be able to only be used just for recording on this unit by itself. I watched another video on the H8 and it actually has the ability to simultaneously record at a lower DB setting, just in case you have the gain set too high and you only get one shot at recording the audio. MIC positioning can be a very important thing and you may be getting noise and not even know it during a recording. I have recorded my guitar playing using just a 4K video recorder and the audio sounded like crap, and I was just using a Boss E band 10 and the audio sounded great while I was playing. It is almost like there needs to be something that you can see that alerts you to clipping during an audio recording so you can adjust the gain right then and there so you know your audio is going to sound good. The newer Focuscrite, devices actually have the knobs glow and pulse colors when they are clipping. They just don't record like these devices do onto a flash card. However they all have side by side inputs and depending how much you want to spend allow for a lot of inputs. Except you have to get a cloud device as well to boost the gain for various MICs. The thing I didn't like about the H8 is that you can't pre-save your audio quality and have to change it all the time permanently. If enough people complain, possibly a firmware option could be made available in the future to make it able to be saved. Sounds to me like if its an audio issue with the H6 compared to the H8, then a firmware update could fix that. As the smart TVs have the ability to do this. I had to listen to TV sets and compared them and provided feedback. The engineers took our feedback and made changes and improved the sound after we described what we were hearing for the audio quality for various videos we watched and told us various things to report back about. Each time we got called back to evaluate after changes were made the audio got better. Until the last time it was only how loud you could turn up the volume before you noticed any distortion. Everyone wants to get the most volume out of a device they buy before it distorts at all. 90 percent max audio before hearing any distortion is pretty good. It was around 55 percent at the very start of our evaluation. So, that is a massive improvement over time. I'm sure this company could do the same thing and have their own staff get asked to listen to the audio and provide feedback like we all had to with TV sets.
@STEFANiSAKSSON Жыл бұрын
H6 can also make a simultaneous record at a lower dB setting (12 dB lower if I recall correctly).
@criticactual 6 ай бұрын
Hi! Which one has more quality with the internal mics?
@grahamhembrough7111 3 жыл бұрын
When using a shotgun mic (NTG4+) to record in the field, I'm finding the H6 preamps are really noisy once the gain is increased beyond 5-6 (they go up to 10) which I am surprised at.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Graham. What are you trying to record? Quiet ambience? It's best not to increase the gain over the noise level. Just lower it until the noise disappears and record this. By increasing the gain you "force" the sound into the recorder and this alone creates self noise. Also using a directional mono shotgun microphone like the NTG4+ isn't the best choice for field recording in my opinion. I had this microphone very early on and it was a fail investment and sold it. To record sound effects or anything that is close to the source it's fine but not for an overall ambience.
@prabhuja7554 2 жыл бұрын
The new h6 material seems a blessing for a country like India...from old rubber material
@juanpacheco4603 6 ай бұрын
For a podcast, which could give me better sound quality ZOOM H6 or a volt 2 interface?
@seahippies 3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha ha your accent kept us guessing ...From Australia thank you for sharing your knowledge, is was very informative and saved us making mistakes.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Most people have no clue where I'm from but my passport says Germany :)
@tosofriday5686 3 жыл бұрын
Hello free to use, I´ve watched some of your content and really liked it! I also bought the Zoom H8! But I do have an problem right now...how to you handle suspension sounds? I can´t find anything made for the H8. There is the rycote zoom h6 suspension, but I don´t know if it would fit on the H8 aswell. How is your approach?
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! The suspension also fits under the H8 since the screw is the same.
@maggieliu8189 3 жыл бұрын
I had a H6, and just brought a H8. I don’t have a external mics. My 13 yo sound said the H8 recordings gives more res·o·nance in sound. I am using the device for piano recordings. I am wondering what is the best rec setting to record piano recordings? Also what kind of external mic will help the sound even better? Thank you for your help!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Maggie. Do you know "pianobook"? That is a great blog post about recording pianos and samples in general. They also talking about different technics and microphones. You should start there.
@victorfilm_ 3 жыл бұрын
Zoom H6 is a solid recorder 😉👍
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed!! It's never failed me!
@roninthegoat2810 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, I really love your videos, they're very interesting! But I have one question : I want to sample sound effects to turn them into drums and I thought the H4n Pro would be a great fit for me, what do you think about this device?
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Oh yes. That recorder is great for that
@roninthegoat2810 2 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds thanks for the answer, but wnet with the h1n, think its the most bang for my buck!
@woodrowclose Жыл бұрын
I want to record some vintage Roland equipment - TR-909 and TB-303 and then load samples into FL Studio. Which model would you recommend.
@michael86734 Жыл бұрын
Cool how is the h6 Iam new to audio recorders
@aesonone 2 жыл бұрын
xy capsules a-b i could hear some - granted small - difference, h8 a more voice body, h6 more highs. idk if it's because you recorded simultaneously and it's just the small difference in positioning
@FreeToUseSounds 2 жыл бұрын
Hmm maybe.
@rendermanpro 3 жыл бұрын
H8 is "not here not there", for studio you can buy L8/L12 and for field recording is is bulky (and not much people need 8 inputs, which require additional capsule). Would be interesting to take a look on L8, it is portable and can compete H8 (more or less bulky doesn't matter, both do not fit to a pocket). The only thing I hate in H6, that dumb tilted screen - if you operate it to record someone, its fine, but when you record yourself and point mic on you - that screen become not visible to monitor levels.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Could you send me a link to the L8? Interesting to know what you mean.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
are you talking about the LiveTrak?
@rendermanpro 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Yes, LiveTrak L8 battery operated and relatively compact.
@BK42Cycles 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, that's an awesome review. I have recently purchased the Zoom H6 and the HISS noise in the 4 XLR channel is unbearable! When I level up to the maximum volume, even without any microphone it sounds terrible. The only way I found to use this device is by connecting microphones on the mic head (jack socket) there is the only acceptable noise. As I will send it back I would like to know if you can recommend something similar to the Zoom F6 a bit more affordable. I use it mostly to record audios ( indoor and outdoor ) I could order the Zoom H8 but I am afraid it won't be much better as shown here. Thanks for any advice. Your new friend in Warsaw
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi BK. Your Zoom H6 is okay and there is no need to send it back. You have no microphones plugged in you crank up to the max? You're creating internal white noise and that would happen with any other recorder.
@BK42Cycles 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Thanks a lot, but the thing is when I connect the Sennheiser G4 using the jack ( on the mic head ) the sound is full and crystal clear. If I connect the same system on the XLR, then it is terrible, full of hiss and floor noise. After researching a lot, I guess I will move to the Tascam DR-701D. Thanks, cheers
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@BK42Cycles are you using phantom power?
@BK42Cycles 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Yes I am :)
@mr.d7429 Жыл бұрын
Good work! Would know if the h8 4 channel extender would fit the h6?
@FreeToUseSounds Жыл бұрын
I think it fits but I'm not sure if the software on the H6 could actually read it.
@spectralisation 3 жыл бұрын
H8 seems to be geared more towards studio use. I can't really imagine needing 8 channels in a field rec. situation. Well maybe except with contact mics you might want to go crazy like that.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah for the H8 I only use max two channels.
@willb1157 2 жыл бұрын
I disagree: 360 Ambisonics? Like the H3. Zoom have an Ambisonic Capsule that fits the H8 only. One reason to get the h8. In fact the price is similar to an H5 + H3. That is why I am here - to decide. Stereo recording is a bit lame (hahahaha) for games. and for even 5.1.
@mister_policeman Жыл бұрын
Hi, i like your video I wanna buy h8 Is ssh-6 can use on zoom H8? Thank you
@soundhole5498 3 жыл бұрын
the following request to Zoom. Field recorder like h6 with good internal microphones (for fast records) and 32 bit floating, 2 sd storage units for security, bluethooth and minijack headphone monitoring, AA or aaa battery supply, at least 4 channels (2 internal mic + 2 or4 xlr external). That would be the best recorder for me
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting! Lets hope they read it. :)
@xSpirit 3 жыл бұрын
That would be my perfect recorder too. If H8 had 32bit float recording, I would have bought it already, but now I think I'll wait. A have a feeling that soon manifacturers will be announcing new models, portable with 32bit float capability 👀 There will be some good deals on 2nd hand H8s on ebay ;)
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@xSpirit Lets hope they do that :)
@JellyFishMcgee-bs5xe 7 ай бұрын
How do you record a band live if all there instruments are plugged Into the amps?
@ianpreece6391 Жыл бұрын
great video thanks. Is it possible to adjust individual channel monitoring on the H8? For instance mute a particular channel but still be recording that audio to file? You can do this in the H6 in the "monitor mix" menu but I can't seem to find out if you can do this on the H8? (important for me because I want to mute Tentacle sync audio timecode in my headphones but still have that audio recording to file)
@sutv6754 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm a new subscriber and I have been watching your videos. I can't seem to find out for sure if the 8H or 6H can be controlled using my iPhone wirelessly. Some say yes and most like you said nothing about it. Can these be used with the Bluetooth adaptor sold separately. Please let me know. Thank You.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Yes if you have the adapter you can use it with the H8 but not H6. I think it’s currently on for IPhone.
@sutv6754 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds Very Good. Thanks for clarifying. And yes it's only for iso. That much is clear. Thanks again.
@armanroosta8178 Жыл бұрын
Hi,your so intresting ,like , I have a question . You compare h6 2013 and h8 , I confused a little about h6 2020 all black edition. The sound quality of external port combo /xlr of h6 2020 are realy like h6 2013 ,i means has nois ?! Or not, zoom upgrate that. U say quality of extra port of h8 are better is that better than h6 2020 too ?? I hope you answer me soon. Thanks for you nice video 👌
@poselikerose 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I’ve been really enjoying your videos recently, so much so, that I actually want to experiment with field recording myself. I have a question though... I know that you made a video about equipment for beginners, of course I watched it, but there is one recorder I’m particularly interested in, which you haven’t mentioned. Namely a zoom h2n. Have you ever used this piece of tech, because it seems very versatile and reasonably priced for a beginner. How does it compare to zoom h1n, is it worth the extra money. In the long run I’m thinking about buying Soundman OKM, and maybe even a 3,5mm shotgun mic such as deity d3 pro. Would you agree with those choices or maybe invest in something else. Much love from Poland, I truly hope that you’ll stay healthy and passionate. Cheers!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Michal! Thank you so much for watching I haven't used the h2n but its one of the recorders you can actually record in ambisonic. I think its great together with the Soundman but if you like to use a 3.5mm shotgun with it then how do you like to carry the recorder? Maybe some kind of DIY on a shock mount?
@poselikerose 3 жыл бұрын
I think that I would just choose between recording with either shotgun or built in zoom microphones. As to carrying the recorder I was thinking about using a mini tripod as a handle. It probably wouldn’t be the best set up in terms of handling noise, but I suppose It would be good enough if I’m careful. The other recorder that just came to my mind is zoom f1. It is quite a bit more expensive, and it would cost even more if I wanted to buy XY capsules for it, but maybe the better self noise, and build quality are worth it? Thanks a lot
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@poselikerose Hi Michal I do have to say I'm not a fan of the self noise of the F1. If you have the chance listening to it before buying would be great.
@WTG194 3 жыл бұрын
Can I plug in my external mic preamp and bypass the built in preamps in this unit? thanks for the good review!
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon. Hmm I actually don't know the answer for this question.
@Saeidazarmi 2 жыл бұрын
How about h6 2013 ? Has any deference with black edition?
@Pleasedontsubscribeplease Жыл бұрын
Im starting a podcast. Do you think the H6 is better for me or the H8? The other option is the P4 but it records in 16 bit only. Is this a bad sound quality?
@oliviadavis7184 Жыл бұрын
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 from about 8-10 ft away. 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? Perhaps a (directional) boom mic? I might try using the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule with Hairy Windscreen with it.
@MetawolfTV 3 жыл бұрын
Great channel! I do own H1 and H6. How do you record dialogue outdoors and still keep the clear ambient sound in it? Eg: Lav on person and another recorder on a tripod? Or just use from a single source? What about phase issues when recording from two different sources? How do you do yours? Thanks
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you fo watching and yes I do use a Lavalier out keep it under the shirt if its to windy. I use either the F1 or the Deity HDX. Phasing issues from two different sources? You mean two different microphones too far from each other? That can happen for stereo recordings but I make sure this doesn't happen to me. Always make sure to keep the right distance between the microphones.
@MetawolfTV 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds I mean issues if recording dialogue using lav and another mic source recording the same subject while concentrating more on ambient. Will the said dialogue bleed to the other mic and cause issues? If so how do you fix that. My aim is to get dialogue but still keeping Ambient sound clear in one take. Is this still possible? Since the lav will only capture subject voice. Otherwise I will need to record ambient separately on another take and combine them in post.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
@@MetawolfTV Hmm I think the best way to find that is by testing but what I do is recording ambience either before or after and layer it as background later in post.
@MetawolfTV 3 жыл бұрын
@@FreeToUseSounds You are right. I'm thinking of getting that Audio Technica 4025 as you suggested too. Thanks for all the great videos and tips
@eren3390 3 жыл бұрын
is it also planned for you to record sounds in africa? that would be awsome! Keep up the good work.
@FreeToUseSounds 3 жыл бұрын
We haven't planned anything for Africa right now but things can change.
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