The Zoom H5 provides 4 tracks of simultaneous audio recording and, like the flagship H6, can implement a system of interchangeable input capsules (sold separately), allowing you to choose the best microphone for every recording situation. In addition to being fully compatible with all Zoom input capsules, the H5 comes with an X/Y stereo capsule, featuring extended signal capacity and shockmounted microphones for reduced handling noise. Whether you're new to portable recording or a long-time user of Zoom Handy Recorders, the flexible and powerful H5 provides everything you need to create professional-quality multitrack recordings, add pristine audio to your videos, and do state-of-the-art podcasting, broadcasting and electronic news gathering. X/Y recording allows you to cover a wide area yet still capture sound sources in the center with clarity and definition, making it ideal for all types of live stereo recording. The XYH-5 X/Y microphone capsule included with the H5 provides two matched unidirectional condenser microphones set at a 90° angle. These are housed within an advanced shockmount that employs rugged external mic wires and rubberized material to isolate the unit from the H5 body and thus minimize vibration and handling noise. The design of the XYH-5 also allows the H5 to handle louder sounds than any other Handy Recorder model: 140 dB SPL, to be precise—equivalent to the sound of a jet aircraft from less than 200 feet away—enabling you to capture sounds louder, closer, and cleaner than you ever could before. In addition to standard transport controls (stop, play/pause, record, rewind and fast-forward), the front panel of the H5 offers dedicated record arming buttons for each track, which double as mute switches during playback. A Hold switch disables all front panel buttons to prevent accidental operation during recording. The H5 can be attached to a camera strap or, with the use of our optional Hot Shoe mount, mounted directly to a DSLR or camcorder. Dual combo XLR/TRS inputs that can handle both mic- and line-level signals allow you to connect external microphones and line-level devices like mixers, portable music players, effects processors, and electronic keyboards—even electric guitars or basses equipped with active electronics. Each H5 input has its own dedicated gain control knob, located beneath a protective bar that prevents accidental movement during handling. A dedicated Line Out with adjustable volume allows you to send a stereo audio output from the H5 to the mic input of a video camera or other device without the need for an attenuator cable. In addition, there's a separate headphone output with a dedicated volume control. You can use both outputs simultaneously to route audio to your DSLR while monitoring over headphones. There's also a built-in speaker for fast access playback, and a USB port which allows the H5 to be used as an audio interface for your computer or iPad. Just 2 AA batteries—either alkaline or rechargeable NiMH—are required for power. The H5 records directly to SD and SDHC cards up to 32 gigabytes. Maximum recording time is dependent upon the card size and file type; for example, a 2GB SD card can hold approximately fourteen hours of stereo 320kbps MP3 files, three hours of stereo 16-bit / 44.1 kHz WAV files, or an hour of stereo 24-bit / 96kHz WAV files.IncludesH5 Portable RecorderXYH-5 X/Y mic capsuleUSB cableFoam windscreenCaseSteinberg Wavelab LE software downloadOperation manualFeaturesIncludes detachable X/Y capsule (XYH-5) capable of handling 140 dB SPLShock-mounted mics for reduced handling noiseCompatible with all Zoom input capsulesFour-track simultaneous recordingRecords directly to SD and SDHC cards up to 32 GBUp to 24-bit/96 kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formatsTwo mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo connectors, each with selectable phantom power and -20 dB padBuilt-in effects, including low-cut filtering, compression, and limitingAuto-record, Pre-record, and Backup-record functions mean that you'll never miss that perfect takeMultichannel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad with Loop Back functionPowered by two AA batteries or via USBAbout 10 hours of operation with alkaline batteriesSpecificationsRecording media:SD card: 16MB to 2GBSDHC card: 4GB to 32GBInputs L/R [XYH-5 X/Y mic]:Mic type: UnidirectionalSensitivity: -45 dB, 1 kHz at 1 PaInput gain: -inf to 52 dBMax sound pressure input: 140 dB SPLMic/Line In:Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jackInput gain: -inf to 52 dBInput impedance: 2 kOhms or morePlug-in power: 2.5V supportedBackup recording: -12dB lower than set L/R input gainInputs 1/2:Connectors: XLR / TRS combo jacks (XLR: Pin 2 hot / TRS: Tip hot)Input gain (PAD OFF): -inf to 55.0 dBInput gain (PAD ON): -inf to 35.0 dBInput impedance: 1.8k ohms or moreMax input level: +22 dBu (PAD ON)Phantom power: +12V /+24V /+48VEquivalent Input Noise (EIN): -120 dBu or lessLine Out:Connector: ...