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Notes: More affordable than the flagship X8 but still offering exceptional sound quality, the X6 is a handheld recorder for every purpose, with built-in mics or XLR inputs, 96-kHz/32-bit resolution and smartphone-style touchscreen control.

Supplier's Notes:
Advanced recording technology, yet simple to use!

Capturing high-resolution audio is easy with the Portacapture X6. The intuitive app-like operation on its large colour touchscreen makes it easy to record or sweeten up your audio in post-processing. Record using the two built-in microphones or plug in your own mics to its two XLR inputs. The recording quality on the Portacapture X6 will be your secret advantage. Its 96-kHz/32-bit floating-point recording technology means that you can capture audio softer or louder than ideal, assuring that you will never miss that moment.

Six different recording apps to choose from

Manual: This is the main app for multi-track recording of up to six audio sources and a stereo mix (2-mix).
Voice: This recording app is ideal for capturing interviews, dictation and meetings.
Podcast: Use this for podcast creation with up to four people.
Music: Choose this app for capturing instrumental and vocal performances.
Field: Ideal for recording nature sounds outdoors.
ASMR: The screen visual effect changes in response to the input sound.

App-like operation
Quickly access your settings and adjustments on the Portacapture X6's large (2.4-inch) colour touchscreen. With the easy-to-navigate interface and helpful tools, you are just a few taps from the perfect setting for your needs. Use the Launcher to select from podcast, music, interviews, field recording and real 6-track recording. Start fast, start right and get exactly what you need.

Audio for video production

When shooting a video, you want to be able to focus on your video production and not worry about your audio. The Portacapture X6 was built with video production in mind. The workflow, presets and user settings save you countless steps. The X6 has your back with its 96 kHz/32-bit float recording technology. Not only does this mean you will have the highest quality audio, but you will have a dynamic range that allows you to overcome those less-than-ideal realities that can often occur on a shoot.

The X6 even gives you a timecode sync option* via Bluetooth (with optional AK-BT1) allowing you to align your audio with your video, even when you have no audio on your camera. Upgrade your audio and reduce your worries with your own Portacapture X6.

Record your way

The Portacapture X6 is ready to record with a few quick taps. The internal high-quality stereo microphones can instantly be rotated from A-B to a true X-Y mic pattern to allow for dialogue or spatial music recording. Have your own mics? Use those thanks to the two included XLR inputs which can also handle line level sources.

The mic preamplifiers are Tascam HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) - providing ultra-low noise and clean transparent audio based on more than 50 years of Tascam know-how.

Record six tracks (four individual track plus stereo mix) simultaneously and even use the X6 as your 6-in/2-out USB audio interface to connect to your computer.

Capture every bit

It would be great if every time you need to capture audio, everything is perfect. Not too loud, not too soft. Of course that is not the reality for most of us. Sometimes a voice or sound will be really soft and in other cases it is blasting. Even in these extremes, you are expected to capture the sound and deliver well-finished audio.

The 32-bit floating point recording technology in the Portacapture X6 gives you a much lower floor and higher ceiling for sound material. The result is that your recording can capture everything from the quietest rustle to the loudest spectacle.

Control the recorder from your phone (with optional Bluetooth adapter)

In those cases where you want to put your audio recorder in one place and operate it from another, the X6 has you covered. With the AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter (sold separately) and the free Portacapture Control app, it's easy to remote control your X6 wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet.

Imagine the possibilities!

Ready-to-publish audio anywhere

With the Portacapture X6, your audio is ready to share. Built-in signal processing, including a compressor, limiter, high-pass filter, EQ and reverb, adds that studio polish.

Whether you need to tame the wind when recording outside or want to add the ambiance of reverb to your vocals, the X6 has you covered. From smoothing out your input to preventing extreme peaks or eliminating plosives in dialogue, you can count on the Portacapture X6.

Specifications

Recorder specifications

Recording media: microSD card (64 MB - 2 GB), microSDHC card (4-32 GB), microSDXC card (48-512 GB)
Recording/playback formats: WAV (BWF): 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bit or 32 bit float, MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 128/192/256/320 kbit/s
Input channels: 4 (maximum)
Recording tracks: 6 (4 tracks + stereo mix)

Analogue audio inputs

Mic inputs 3-4 (balanced): XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), 6.3-mm TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
(phantom power over XLR only)
Input impedance: +/-2.2 kO
Maximum input level: +2 dBu
Minimum input level: -75 dBu
Line inputs 3-4: XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), 6.3-mm TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance: +/-9 kO
Maximum input level: +24 dBu
Minimum input level: -53 dBu
MIC/EXT IN (unbalanced): 3.5-mm mini jack (supports plug-in power)
Input impedance: 10 kO (plug-in power off), 1.8 kO (plug-in power on)
Maximum input level: 0 dBV
Minimum input level: -67 dBV

Analogue audio outputs

Line output (LINE OUT, unbalanced): 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
Output impedance: 200 O
Nominal output level: -14 dBV
Maximum output level: +6 dBV
Headphones output: 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
Maximum output: 45 mW + 45 mW (THD+N: =0.1%, 32 O load)
Built-in speaker: 0.4 W (mono)

Control inputs/outputs

USB port: USB Type-C connector
Format: USB 2.0 High Speed mass storage class
Bluetooth device connector: For Bluetooth adapter (AK-BT1) only

Audio performance

Equivalent input noise (EIN, mic inputs 3-4) =-125 dBu
Frequency response (inputs 3-4 to PCM data): Fs 48 kHz: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +0/-0.3 dB (JEITA), Fs 96 kHz: 20 Hz - 40 kHz, +0/-0.7 dB (JEITA)

Dynamic range (20 kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighted, Field app)
Inputs 3-4 to PCM data: -112 dB (48/96 kHz)

S/N ratio (20 kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighted)
Inputs 3-4 : 112 dB (48/96 kHz)
MIC/EXT IN: 103 dB (48 kHz), 105 dB (96 kHz)
Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N, 1 kHz sine wave, -5 dBFS at input, GAIN at minimum, 20 kHz SPCL LPF)
Inputs 3-4 (LINE IN) to PCM data: 0.008 %
Inputs 3-4 (MIC IN) to PCM data: 0.006 %

Power supply and other specifications

Power supply: 4 AA batteries (alkaline, Ni-MH or lithium-ion)
USB bus power from a computer
AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520U, sold separately)
Power consumption 7.5 W (maximum)
Display: 2.4-inch full-colour LCD touchscreen
Dimensions (W × H × D): 75 mm × 174 mm × 37 mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight: 365 g (with batteries) / 265 g (without batteries)
Operating temperature range: 0-40 -C

Notes: 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.

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 clarity.

The H5studio features Zooms F-series preamps, giving your audio unmatched clarity (-127 dBu EIN). With dual AD converters and 32-bit float, it delivers an impressive 132dB dynamic range, capturing everything without noise or distortion.

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.

The H5studio captures up to six tracks (four iso-tracks plus a stereo mix) with sample rates up to 192 kHz.

Carefully engineered RF shielding keeps interference from smartphones and Wi-Fi routers out of your recordings, anywhere you go.

The H5studio features "advanced look-ahead" limiters which anticipate potential overloads and prevent distortion before it reaches your track.

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.

The H5studio's 3.0 capsule system supports 32-bit float and gives creators more options to use the right mic for their recording.

Monitor input levels and real-time waveforms with the full color LCD, making it easy to adjust and monitor audio in real time.

Use the loud 20 mW headphone output to monitor or listen back to your recordings in any environment.

Use the 3.5mm stereo LINE OUT to connect directly to a camera, easily syncing your audio and video.

The built-in speaker has a maximum output of 250mW for previewing recordings on the spot.

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.