Zoom H5studio Handy Recorder - Studio Quality Sound, Anywhere You Go
Your best work starts here. The H5studio was made for seamless and professional production. Creators can record flawless audio with stunningly clear microphones, studio-grade preamps, and 32-bit float recording.
Product Highlights:
Large-diameter XY stereo microphone capsule (19.4 mm)
Dual AD converter + 32-bit float support for clip-free recording
16/24-bit depth available
4 track simultaneous recording at up to 192kHz sampling in WAV format
2 XLR/TRS phone inputs (48V, +4dBu input compatible)
F-series preamps
Color LCD screen
Compatible with Zoom capsule system 3.0
4-in/2-out USB audio interface
9 hours of battery life on AA battery (2x) or USB-C power
Product Features:
The Largest Mics Ever on a Handy Recorder
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 (-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.
Six Tracks Up to 192 kHz
The H5studio captures up to six tracks (four iso-tracks plus a stereo mix) with sample rates up to 192 kHz.
Protect Your Sound
Carefully engineered RF shielding keeps interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi routers out of your recordings, anywhere you go.
Advanced Limiters
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/TRS inputs support +48V phantom power and +4dBu line level. There is also a 3.5mm stereo jack with plug-in power.
Next Generation Capsule System
The H5studio's 3.0 capsule system supports 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording.
Wireless Freedom
The WLM-1 (Available in 2026, compatible with Capsule System 3.0) 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.
Waveforms & Levels
Monitor input levels with real-time waveforms on the full color LCD.
The Outputs
Headphone Out: Use the loud 20mW headphone output to monitor, or listen back to your recordings in any environment.
Line Out: Use the 3.5mm stereo LINE OUT to connect directly to a camera, easily syncing your audio and video.
Onboard Speaker: The built-in speaker has a maximum output of 250mW for previewing recordings on the spot.
USB Audio Interface
The H5studio is a 4-in/2-out USB audio interface for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android, supporting 32-bit float and 16/24-bit recording. Stream live and simultaneously record a backup to microSD.
Sync Smarter
The TCA-1 timecode adapter (sold separately) 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 (TCA-1 or BTA-1 required).
Handy Control & Sync
With the ZOOM Handy Control and Sync app for iOS, you can remotely manage multiple Zoom recorders, control start/stop, and synchronize timecode effortlessly (BTA-1 or TCA-1 required).
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/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/microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately)
Power Up
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 AC adapter (AC-17 sold separately).
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.
Accessory Pack
The optional accessory pack (APH-5s sold separately) includes a padded shell case, hairy windscreen, AC adapter, and USB-C cable.
Product Specifications:
Input and Output Channels
Inputs:
Mic Capsule: 1
Mic/Line (mono): 2
Outputs:
Line Out: 1
Headphone: 1
Built-in speaker (mono): 1
Inputs
XY Mic: XYH-5s: 90º XY stereo format
Pickup Pattern: Unidirectional
Sensitivity: -41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 140 dB SPL
Mic/Line In: XYH-5s:
Connector: 1 stereo mini jack
Input Gain: -∞ - +60 dB
Input Impedance: 2 kΩ or more
Plug-in Power: 2.5 V
Mic/Line (mono):
Connectors: 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR:2 HOT TRS:TIP HOT)
Input Gain: -∞ - +60 dB
Input Impedance:
Mic: 3 kΩ or more
Line: 3 kΩ or more
Maximum Input Level:
Mic: +4 dBu
Line: +24 dBu
Phantom Power: +48 V
Equivalent Input Noise: -127 dBu or less (IHF-A) at 150Ω input
Outputs
Line Out:
Connector: 1 stereo mini jack
Maximum output Level: +1 dBu
Output Impedance: 110 Ω or less
Headphone:
Connector: 1 stereo mini jack
Maximum Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW(when 32 Ω load)
Output Impedance: 10 Ω or less
Built-in Speaker:
Type: 20 mm x 30 mm elliptical dynamic speaker
Effective Maximum Output: 250 mW
Recorder
Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 6
Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks: 4
Recording Formats:
WAV
44.1/48/96/192 kHz
16-bit/24-bit/32-bit float
mono/stereo
BWF and iXML formats supported
Recording Media:
microSDHC memory cards
microSDXC memory cards
Display
2.00" Full-color LCD: 320 x 240
USB
Connector: USB Type-C - Use a USB cable that supports data transfer
Audio Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
Input and Output Channels:
4 in / 2 out (Multi)
2 in / 2 out (Stereo)
Sampling Frequencies:
44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface only)
44.1/48 kHz (audio interface + onboard recording)
Bit Depths: 24-bit, 32-bit float
File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed
Remote
Dedicated wireless adapter: ZOOM BTA-1
Power
4 AA Batteries: Alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries
AC Adapter: ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A) - USB bus power is supported
Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 2-track (XYH-5s) Recording
Alkaline Batteries: About 15 hours
NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 13 hours
Lithium Batteries: About 21 hours
48 kHz/32-bit float with phantom power off, no headphones, no LINE OUT, no REMOTE, Power Saving on, Display Brightness Medium
Estimated Continuous Operation Times Using Batteries: 4-track (XYH-5s and inputs 1–2) Recording
Alkaline Batteries: About 6 hours
NiMH Batteries (1900 mAh): About 6 hours
Lithium Batteries: About 11.5 hours
48 kHz/32-bit float with phantom power off, headphones used (33Ω load), no LINE OUT, no REMOTE, Power Saving on, Display Brightness Medium
General
Power Consumption: 5 W maximum
Dimensions: 3.39"W (86.0 mm) × 8.11"D (206.0 mm) × 2.15"H (54.6 mm)
Weight (including batteries): 0.9 lbs (410g)
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
