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I just bought an H5 and can't wait to begin using it! This device appears to have a LOT of built-in functionality, but I also look forward to what I can do when processing the recorded audio. So far, everything sounds AWESOME! Nice product, even if it is a few years old! Great video too!

love the Z5. simple, clear review ! thanks

waiting for mine, this will do wonders for my projects.

great intro vid. waiting for mine to arrive. being from the analog '80's and 90's this is a great intro for a machine that takes me into the 21st century. thank you Max. good stuff.

I just purchased this thanks to you.. sorry I couldn't use your link coz I was purchasing from Dubai. Really appreciated your review though. helped with the decision. great job as always.

So very useful review ! Thank's a lot for this !

Love watching your reviews dude !! Stoke

I appreciate your review on the H5. I have all of the Zoom digital recording devices, including the H6n. I use the H6n to record my music playing. The H5 will be my "go to" field ENG recorder. The unit does a good job capturing audio and it gives the user many recording options. I agree with most of your comments. There are some "cons" on this unit. Why ship a micro SD card with adapter, just include a SD without the adapter? Where is the cover for the top of the unit when not using the XY mics? That area is left exposed, and can get damaged or soiled. The plastic storage case is made to be stored with the XY mics, otherwise it rolls loose inside. With a protective contact cap the plastic storage case would be a lot smaller and easier to store in a pack back. Thank again for your review.

Everything I needed to know thank you

Nice comparison, thanks.

sold! Thanks Max

Great video! Thanx. I'm waiting for my h5 to arrive :)

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Matilda Melander Thanks for watching!

Nice video. Anxiously waiting for the one I just ordered. Note: It's not all "guys" out here watching. ;-)

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Shirley G =) Thanks for watching!

Thx, Max! Appreciate the time and effort researching and providing the info to the masses. In the process of supporting our daughter who is a budding videographer/film student. The information you provide is very helpful. Carry on. :)

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Harold glad it's of help!

Thanks! Truly helpful.

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Gonçalo Abrantes Thanks for watching!

Very nice Video! Is it possible to power the H5 via USB like the Tascam DR40?

@mrrolandlawrence

6 жыл бұрын

yes

Greetings Max, letting you know that i bought the H5 after watching a few reviews about the H5 (including yours) and im sure i made the right choice. Sry, i didnt use your link to buy it. I considered going for the H4N but the H5 had the integrated compressor/limiter option - so that made up my mind + i love the automatic -12db backup recording that the H5 does. Thanks for a good review, now that i got the audiogear needed im thinking about using it for my youtube channel as well. Thumbs up and subscribed!

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Tarmo Luberg Thanks glad the videos helped you!

Nice video. Well done. My only suggestion is since you're advocating strongly for the Zoom, don't tell people you get a kick-back. It may have a negative connotation. I would use the word "Commission." It says exactly what you're doing. Keep it up!

thanks max! good presentation. The Zoom H5 displays do not show the time recorder countdown...???

Thanks for the great and detailed review. I want to know the rough estimate of how long fully charged internal alkaline/NiMH batteries will last for continuous recording while Phantom Power is "ON" for only 1 XLR input at 12V, 24V, and 48V?

Nice review Max! I just got a H5 to record stereo ambiance in the field when I shoot trains. Main train audio. will be a shotgun on the camera. Have you done a field test and could you recommend some limiter and roll off settings?..or do I need to just experiment trackside and see what works the best? As I will do anyway, but this is all new to me..LOL Cheers Gtregg

Great Review Max, keep up the good work. I think another great video would be the differences/comparisons between the zoom H5 & zoom H6. What do you think?

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Yes! If I ever get one :)

Yeah pretty good review. Actually well I don't know if it was a thing at the time of upload, but there's an actual direct upgrade to the H4N. The H4N Pro. So yeah. I've heard the h6. pretty cool.

Mi found this really cool new wireless mic called Sennheiser Avx and want your opinion on it and should I use this befor I buy my zoom h5 or should I get both? Thx

Hello Max, thanks for the overview of the H5. Very helpful. Question: Have you used the ntg-2 shotgun mic with it? If so, do you recommend that mic. Or is there another shotgun mic/low budget mic you recommend? Thanks...

I'm looking for something to record college lectures within the classroom. The plan is to sit at the front of the class to get as close to the instructor as possible. do you think this h5 is a good fit?

gr8 review

nice video! i just bought the zoom h5 and im having a small issue. after recording my audio and when i playback the audio from the zoom h5 with my headphone plugged into it, it sounded really good. but when i playback the audio in my laptop, it sounded really really really soft. i've set my volumes to the max but its still isnt that loud.

8 жыл бұрын

I have this "problem" too. Don't hesitate to raise-up the gain in Audacity, Audition, Cubase, Vegas, Premiere Pro until it peaks!

which is the better machine overall for recording, particularly from line level input from a mixer?

Hey max, am i weird in preferring the sound recorded on your H1 from the lapel microphone?

does zoom h5 has digital sound slate like tascam dr60d mark 2? which helps greatly in syncing audio...

@NightWLKR1

5 жыл бұрын

Would you happen to know if the zoom h4n Pro has this feature?

I bought the H5 zoom and feel great. Can I use the zoom h5 as a DAC for listen music with my headphones audio technica mx 50 on the pc or smartphone?

Muchas gracias

Do you have a review of using H5 with a Canon DSLR?

Aaaw, I was looking this up because of the backup track, but I also don't want the hassle of encoding MP3s of my recording to save space :P If only they could have had two encoding chips or whatever in there... hrm...

just got this! :) great vid

@MaksimYuryev

8 жыл бұрын

+MinxLaura123 Thanks!

@MinxLaura123

8 жыл бұрын

hey.. one thing.. when i use it as a usb mic with my laptop .. fllm with webcam c920 logitech.. it works but... only left side works?! why is that u think ?? its fine normally!

@MaksimYuryev

8 жыл бұрын

+MinxLaura123 Interesting. Are you using the built in mics? or a Lav mic?

@MinxLaura123

8 жыл бұрын

+Max Yuryev just plugged it in via usb .. then go to webcam setting set mic to h5 then yeh.. 1 side worked 1 didnt weird lol

@metalbullz

8 жыл бұрын

+MinxLaura123 because the jack for your laptop is very likely mono. I think the H5 sees the module as stereo

With good headphones Audio-Technica+ Mic (Shure m58) + 6ft XLR cable into either channel 1/2, and not making a peep....and adjusting the gain knobs-> I hear a background hiss clearly coming from this setup. The hiss is even louder when the gain is turned up....are there any settings on the h5 to subtract this “hiss during silence” or am I setting up incorrectly that is causing the hiss?

Can you tell me if the H5 works as an audio interface in 24 bit as well, as the H4n Pro sadly only works in 16 bit? Also, the menu on the H4n Pro is quite laggy (kind of a bummer), especially compared with every cheap tascam recorder out there - but the H5 looks a little snappier from the videos I've seen... So is it any better? Thx

Have you been able to connect the H5 in OS X 10.11.1 via usb as an audio device using multitrack. I've tried it in stereo and it connects fine. Shows up as H5 in audio input in the system preferences. However when I change it to multitrack it does not show up. Thanks let me know.

@BIGBEATS275

7 жыл бұрын

@merlinbk- Have been able to figure out how to get the 4in/2out option to work when using it as an audio interface? Where are the audio outs? Thanks.

Hi max i need your help i have H4N pro audio recorder and I want use two mic plz can you explain me how can adjust the audio label separately thanks

I got a question people I'm a beatboxer and I'm pretty much all about the bass in my beats and I also like using drum beats and some high pitched noises but mainly what I'm looking for is what is the best mic for picking up bass but doesn't mess up drum sounds or mess up high pitched noises.

Questions,1.) is there any real notable difference between the zoom H5 and zoom H6 in terms of pure audio quality and 2.) What would you recommend I get with the zoom H5/H6 for voice overs that would be pretty cheap or do you think just using the on-board mics they have would work (Maybe upgrade to the shotgun attachment?)

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Hi Clientech. The audio quality is identical the H6 has more features. For voice overs i'd say go for the H6 as it already comes with this capsule amzn.to/1NYtRSg and that's what I would use. I would also suggest one of these bhpho.to/19pEuOs to maximize the audio quality.

@ClientechMediaGroup

9 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of going with the H6 because of the capsule but upon hearing some tests it sounds like its more for recording ambient noise. I think pairing the Zoom H5 with a Rode NTG-1 would be a much better idea.

would you recommend to use rechargable batteries on the recorder? also.. do this have preset effects built in?

@oysteinsoreide4323

7 жыл бұрын

you can use rechargable batteries. But you must set the type in the menus. But I can't figure why people ask this. It is clearly info about it in the manual.

cool I have the tascam wL44

on the Zoom H4n I see that you can use different types of reverb only if you are multi-tracking. Is the H5 set up the same way as far as recording effects?

8 жыл бұрын

The H5 doesn't have effect at all... Cubase Element is shipping with it so you can do this in post-prod ;)

Is that shotgun capsule any good?

Is it possible to capture audio from an XLR connected mic send it from the line out of the Zoom to a DSLR while capturing separate audio from the capsule to create an additional scratch audio file in the Zoom?

@MaksimYuryev

8 жыл бұрын

+PinnacleStudioPro Its possible but i'm not sure what will go out of the Line out, both channels or just one. I'm thinking probably both.

@PinnacleStudioPro

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. Wouldn't want both sources in my DSLR file. I guess I can record my lavalier mic via the XLR connection, send that via line out to my camera, and record the same audio from the lav mic in the Zoom H5 on the SD card. Will that work?

@armandoabreu7244

8 жыл бұрын

+Max Yuryev I have this Zoom H5 and a Lavalier Mic, when i turn on the plug-in power, connect the Lavalier to the XY Line In and "start recording" the zoom doesn't record anything. I tried with different mics and the same.

@JeanManuelVignau

7 жыл бұрын

Yes that's possible. Just set the output level to -30db

Do you know if you are able to use this as an interface for live audio? I tried linking it via USB to my computer (PC) and it shows in the device manager but has a yellow caution sign. all drivers are up to date. I am using XSplit for live video but it does not see the H5 nor is it visible for me to pick! :-(

7 жыл бұрын

did you install the driver for the stereo and/or multitrack audio interface from Zoom's website?

A very nice review, thanks for that! 1. I want to do voice-recording indoors and think that it might be better to record mono instead of stereo. Is this true according to voice-recording? 2. Is it possible to record mono with the xy-capsule directly into the H5 (or the Tascam DR-44WL) or do you always have to convert stereo to mono in post? Thanks for answering!

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Yes I would do mono, and you can change the settings to write mono :)

@vannitii8708

9 жыл бұрын

That´s exactly what I wanted to hear ;) I ordered the H5 now. Many thanks for answering!

What lava mic did you use?

I reckon that the H5 sounded fuller than the H1 lavalier by a distance.

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

onenarrowdoor I think it sounded a lot better.

I have been using the Zoom H2n.While recording quality is exceptional, the overall mfg quality is cheesy. Example, the plastic tripod thread mount stripped in the first week. Can't hand hold it to to excessive hand transfer noise. I would need to buy a separate shock mount. So now my question regarding the H5... its primary use will be for hand held interviews. How is the sound transfer to the unit? Are there any solutions so as to isolate external sound transfer? It appears that H6 may suffer from this as well. I am liking the H5's form factor.

@abrowne1950

8 жыл бұрын

+Phillip Conroy The problem still exists. I complained to ZOOM 2 years ago and they told me that if I did nit like the plastic thread, I would need to upgrade to the H4n. Not a good answer. ZOOM is aware of the problem yet they refuse to fix it. THE THREADS WILL STRIP. The fix is up to you. If you are so inclined, some how remove the plastic sleeve and replace it with a metal sleeve. How you do it is up to you. With that said, I love my H5.

@abrowne1950

8 жыл бұрын

+Phillip Conroy I looked at H4n but when compared to the H5 it was no contest. H5 boots faster has newer and better electronics and does a better job isolating hand sounds. My mayn use of the mic is hand held interview recording in the field. The H5 blows away the H4n.

Hi, can you say something about if the H5 allows to record several harmonies? I bougth this and they said in the store h5 had the function to record different voices, like harmonies on a song you already recorded. But I can't seem to find out how? Thank you!

8 жыл бұрын

It's in the multi-track mode only. Record your first track and go to the folder where your recording is (Menu -> Project -> ZOOM0XX) press enter and scroll to Mixer/Overdub and select Mixer/overdub again. You will return to the recording screen and select the track you want to record by pressing L-R-1-2. If you want to hear the first recorded track while recording, just click on the button assigned to it and it will light up green.

can i use it to record my vocals on Rode NT1A? I mean will the quality of preamps appropriate? I want to record vocals without computer so that the sound of fans can be eliminated.

@christianskyes

4 жыл бұрын

The Zoom H5 should be perfectly fine for that. If you want to record really quiet thing, such as natural ambiances, then you might get some hiss, but if you want to record voice, as long as you set your levels right, you won't get hiss 👍 Bear in mind that this applies to all recording devices. If you set the levels too low, you get hiss. If you set them too high, you get distortion.

does anyone know if you can power the H5 thru the DC usb instead of using batteries??

Is the overdub feature the same as h6 where you can't overdub using internal mics or is it different

8 жыл бұрын

It's the same

if you like the H5, you need to test the H6, so much better, display at the rear and more input options

@abrowne1950

8 жыл бұрын

+Brook Zerihun The H5 has the same electronics as the H6 burt has a smaller form factor for hand held use. If you don't need the additional inputs, the H5 is a much better deal.

@BrookZerihun

8 жыл бұрын

Andy Browne I Had the H5 for a few days, quickly returned the unit and bought the H6, I like a little headroom when purchasing equipment, and 4 input with an addition 2 more if I needed it offers me a better value, other than that they are about the same, although the battery life might be better, and the rear display is a convenience when filming

@abrowne1950

8 жыл бұрын

+Brook Zerihun The only change I would make to the H5 would be to add the colored display. I don't need more inputs. If I'm doing any serious recording, I would mix in my Mackie and dump it to the H5.

Zoom H5 vs H4n Pro? which one would you pick?

@dillpickle1340

6 жыл бұрын

AndroidApps h5 for sure

Hi! Do you know how the noise floor on the h5 is compared to the h1? At the moment I got the h1 for filmmaking, but thinking of upgrading to the h5. Would you think it will be a waste of money to buy the h5 or do you think it would be a great upgrade? :)

@MaksimYuryev

8 жыл бұрын

+NewClanWG It is a bit cleaner but not a huge difference. I would do the update :) but keep your H1 as second recorder or for backup.

@NewClanWG

8 жыл бұрын

+Max Yuryev Thanks for the answer! I bought it a few day ago, so far happy with it. I noticed as you said it was a bit cleaner. I was also hoping for a litle lower self noise, but with some good XLR mic attached to it, I'll probably get some nice results with it! :)

Can you recommend a good lav mic to use with cameras ? the Rod Lav for IPhone is a good solution ?

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

leonardo balbi There are sooo many options out there. Most pro's will recommend brand name Lav's that cost over $300 starting price. I've tried many and this one @1 is the best for the money, beating ones that cost 3+X the price. This is what you hear me using in my videos.

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

leonardo balbi There are sooo many options out there. Most pro's will recommend brand name Lav's that cost over $300 starting price. I've tried many and this one @1 is the best for the money, beating ones that cost 3+X the price. This is what you hear me using in my videos.

@labalbi

9 жыл бұрын

Max Yuryev Sorry, this what ? Cant see in the description ...

did zoom H5 have dual recording? thanks for answer.

8 жыл бұрын

Yes it has this function but only on the L/R input (capsule attached to the H5) and the backup file i's 12 db less than the original recording and it's limited to 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz WAV only.

@aldrinretuerma4524

8 жыл бұрын

+Alexandre Châteauneuf okey thank you for the information.

8 жыл бұрын

Even after 5 months ;)

Litlle (stupid) problem with Zoom H5 - when i pluggin a external phantompower microphone at Input 1, i can ONLY record that in put on Track 1. When i want to record somethin on Track 2, i have to plugg out the mic from Input 1 and plugg it into Input 2! Plus - on the L/R tracks, i can ONLY record the input of these XY-microphones. So its not useable for me as real 4-mono-track multitrack recorder where i could record Input 1 on ANY of the tracks. The input-to-tracks-routing is very unflexible and i dont know why it has to be that way.

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

do you know if it's like this one the H6?

@MaksimYuryev

9 жыл бұрын

Tazwaar Aadam Thing Is I buy everything myself and I'm not rich :) any money I make off youtube and affiliates I put it all back into my channel + a lot more. And I'm the only on working with a wife and 2 kids to support :) If I do get one I will definitely do a review.

@arlonrando

9 жыл бұрын

I have. I purchased instead the Zoom R8 and it works perfect for eazy multritrack recording. Zoom H5 is good for Video-Recordings or Life-Recordings, but not so good as multitrack-recorder.

Every girl needs a 'muff protector' :)

I'm looking for something to record college lectures within the classroom. The plan is to sit at the front of the class to get as close to the instructor as possible. do you think this h5 is a good fit?

@255132a

6 жыл бұрын

dman 3 no the mic needs to be 5-15 inches from the person speaking in order to get good sound

@dman34

6 жыл бұрын

+Tony Cortez what if i added a shot gun mic?