Love Letter to my Zoom H5

[@MikeMietlicki]

If you want to skip to the most important part, there is a dog at 1:59

[@Manim8]

He returns at 2:50. What a star he is!

[@thebrittnick23]

Right!!! Lol I should have read the comments first. Lol

[@fadedgabe791]

i saw your comment and scrolled back up and the video was at 1:58. Instant gratification!

[@gregg8583]

Great review Mr. Galifianakis!

[@TechLineHD]

Your video is amazing and you are a great guy! I have just bought the H5! thanks man!

[@BoothJunkie]

+TechLineHD fantastic! I think you'll J enjoy using it!

[@BoothJunkie]

+TechLineHD thanks for watching!

[@TechLineHD]

BTW, can I use it as a preamp for my Panasonic G7 camera? I try to avoid a dual sound system hassle (recording audio to the H5 first, then syncing audio with video in post)

[@BoothJunkie]

+TechLineHD yep. Use the line out. Then you can have a backup of audio on the device, and send the audio to the camera

[@TechLineHD]

thanks, will try it out! Subscribed to your channel, I hope to learn more about audio. Keep up the good work!

[@OkayAnd]

I keep re-watching this video it is so great don’t ever delete this

[@StephenHsiang]

I have bought one recently, and I am so satisfied with it so far.

[@swalton7969]

Picked one of these up a while back, but never used it. Starting voice over and love seeing the options that this can provide. Thanks for the information.

[@___xyz___]

No one has ever been this sincere with me.

[@stirling011]

Dude. I love the geek level and the way you think about problem solving in your videos.

[@wefamilymediagroup7687]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ZOOM AS WELL MIKE!!!! I have an R8, an R16, and a H2N I NEVER HEAR OF THE H5 Til' NOW ... Don't know how how I missed it LOL... THANK YOU!!! GREAT VOICE BTW!!!

[@BoothJunkie]

That h5'll round out your collection nicely. Good stuff!

[@ShaneGraham057]

I just picked up an H6 (package deal with my Sennheiser MKH 416) and you further clarified many of the questions that I (figured) were so. Thanks again for your insight and contributions to the VO community!

[@VOByRobbins]

Mike, I saw that you love and use the H5, I have one as well, I don't connect it to my puter, but I didn't know you could connect it to an iPad! OMG!!! you just made my day, I love hte preamps on this, so handy, I too, love my H5!! I'm sooooo bingewatching your channel right now and not doing housework --- it's raining out and I have auditions to do, but you're waaaaay more interesting, thank you!!!!!!!!!!! You're my new youtube obsession :)

[@PaulVarricchione]

I bought the H6 for podcasting. Absolutely love it. Great upgrade from the H4N. I'm buying an H5 to reside at my co-hosts house so we can record from separate locations. With the multiple outputs and inputs, it's great for doing this over cell phones via Skype.

[@GaryDmedia]

I'm with you. The H5 is great. I really like the fact that you have so many features to use.

[@evelasq1]

For years, I owned the Zoom H4N and it is a good portable recorder. It works best with batteries than with an AC Adaptor because of the ground noise. I have used it with my mirrorless camera, guitars, blue bluebird mic, SM57 mic and the vintage Uydine 545 mic. It could serve as an interface with my Garageband DAW system. I could choose or make my own special effects on the recorder. I could save and name my special effects. It could power a phantom power mic at 24V and 48V. With the software update, I can control the recording level separately on the two XLR inputs. I could plug in my electric guitar into the recorder. I have recorded sounds off my computer by using a stereo phone jack cable into the stereo external mic input and it worked at a high definition level of 96Khz, 24bit. The H5 and the H6 is tempting to purchase with its extra mics and extra xlr mic inputs.

[@SuperVoxman]

You were talking about noisy computers , I have two 8 year old HP Compaq DC 7800 's I use about two feet to my Neumann mikes , and they don't even know the HP's are there , they are just so quiet ! My other modern computers are just too noisy , so get yourself an HP DC 7800 , they may be old , but they are great quality , cheap to buy , and were designed for the future . I love them ! The HP DC 7800 is so easily up-gradable in every way , I run them on Windows10 , and recording on them is a breeze......Job done ! Love your videos . Chris Grant London.

[@Talipoop]

Thanks to you I decided to go with the H5 and it's on it's way. Thank you friend.

[@The192kHz]

Great video! I purchased a Zoom H5 after watching this and it is working out great to record my drums, with the XLR\TRS capsule upgrade! I love the fact that there are no moving parts!

[@matrixate]

What were you using before...tape/DAT?

[@yankeedrummer21]

I have the Zoom H6 and soon adding a Zoom LiveTrak L-12 for home studio work amazing kit

[@spacep0d]

Nice vid. The H5 is quite flexible. I want to use it to record guitar and vox from my TC Helicon Play Acoustic device. The portability and solid-state is fantastic. The changeable mics are great too. It's also nice to have the device when inspiration strikes and in different places..without having to have it tied to a computer.

[@fabsy_]

Just got one... thanks for the honest reviews and user guides

[@PUBGSabreshot]

I wonder if he made a video about that makeshift booth in the background... Hmmm. lol. Mike, your videos are always so entertaining and helpful. I picked up my E100S and Zoom H5 on ebay used for $400 total. You are absolutely right, the difference is staggering. Thank you so much for your help. I know I'm a bit late to the party, but it helped immensely.

[@christopherbrissini5722]

I have been watching and enjoying Mike’s videos from the start. Such a talent, such a character and such brilliant videos. Always love a creator when they are passionate about the ‘Art’ and not simply the dollar (or £) value of voiceover. Angela from #VoiceOverAngela and Mr Delgarudio, ‘the’ #BoothJunkie are not to be missed...

[@billsugden]

Thanks bud great vid , I took your advice and just bought one ;) $379 I was struggling between the h5 and the h4n pro at $279 .. h5 was worth the hundred bucks for me because I really like the separate line out and headphones as well as the removable mic pods ;) I've been told by so many that I have a radio voice , so I am considering your line of work.. Thanks again for the great videos...

[@acekndut4969]

Nice and easy setup

[@MylesShank]

So helpful - I was looking at buying the H5 and you just solidified it. Thanks man!

[@andrewnanabanyinbekoe8645]

Absolutely Love It!

[@podcasteditorguy]

Hi Mike, You have some real golden nuggets of information in getting started in VO. I eventually settled with Zoom H6 as it already has 4 XLR inputs and is good for location & podcast recording in a conversational setting. Although can't afford a whisper room, and closet space not suitable for consistency, I do have a spare room so looking into providing better acoustic treatment using your method. In the UK we don't appear to have the corning 703 and from my investigation Rockwool RW3 seems to be the nearest equivalent so going to go with that me thinks. I'm subscribed so make sure you keep up the great vids that helps all of us newbies. Keep the noise floor low, the plosives gone and the voice bright ! :0)

[@MeAndMyOpinions_OverYours]

Bought both my h6 and h6 off ebay. 184 h5 and 256 h6. New open box. I use them to record live dj mix and master audio for events. Great devices!

[@YukariTsuko]

You can also pass through a signal from a mixer or another line level device, with the line-in socket on the Rt-side of the mic capsule.

[@jeffrobey3831]

Love your video's Mike. They're very helpful to those getting into V.O for the first time like myself. I've taken your good and professional advice and purchased a good microphone and the H5. Looking forward to having an H5 as well.I look at it this way.......I would rather spend the extra money on the advice of a pro who's been there, and increase my odds of success, as opposed to making amateur mistakes which I would later regret. Thank you for producing these video's.

[@MasterLeadership360]

You Rock! I love your energy & passion! I'm a newbie at podcasting (Master Leadership) and you inspire me with you zany, authentic self!!!

[@HectorCollante]

Thanks from Argentina, i love your videos! Especially your DBX 286s specs, it was really helpfull for me

[@JonathanRelf]

Big thanks for this video. As a result of your insight and recommendation I've invested in one of these and I'm already impressed. And I've also watched several of your other videos and they've all been really interesting. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise and passion. Cheers!

[@MD-jt8dj]

Thanks a lot for the video. It helped me to decide wich recorder to buy. Definitely the Zoom H5.

[@jaydabliu]

Love your videos so much, man. I got the H5 after seeing your videos and it's been great so far for podcasting and video. Thank you so much.

[@AnthonyTamayoAsis]

because of you, im buying this thing, thank you for the review! best one so far! i never thought there's another plug to make it 4 mics

[@kevinstuart5105]

I did this! Got the zoom H5, an MXL 990, some rechargeable batteries, an XLR cable, and a desktop microphone stand. Boom! Self-contained, portable voice-over booth, minus the booth. But I got an old ford out back with a non-op! Let's do this.

[@matrixate]

The only problem with this, is like you said, it picks up desk and handling noises really well which require you to use RX to fix them. Besides that, USB power is the main reason to get it for outdoor shooting and the other reasons you describe. Definitely a winner.

[@trentg8807]

I have an H6 it's one of the best investments I've made, when it comes to running a podcast.

[@thebrittnick23]

How do you like the H6?

[@johnbravo7542]

Jesus,you almost took my right eye out with the mini USB cable

[@jakeholmes636]

Convinced! I'm an amateur podcaster and been looking at this. Your video convinced me. Thanks mate.

[@isettech]

If you do use a PC, a VGA, HDMI, or related extension cord is great along with a good wireless keyboard and mouse. Move the noise out the the room. Monitors are fanless.

[@yellowadrian]

Hi, this one is the best review ever ❤ for h5

[@matthewhoward-white463]

This is a great video, along with the "beginner vocal booth" which i'm utilizing. Any chance of a video about using the h5 as the interface for reaper. Struggling with that a little bit. Keep up the great vids, much appreciated.

[@xaosnox]

Love it! Booth Junkie to the rescue. Does it mow the lawn? I've been wondering why more VO artists don't use this as an interface. Just saw a video on another channel where the guy just happened to mention in passing that this could be used as an interface as well. I had a "what, What, WHAT?!!??" moment. You can pick them up on eBay for $200. Very, very nice. Sorry, Focusrite. That's one less Scarlet Duo sale for you.

[@Anime-nl9mr]

Sold!!!!!!!!!!!!!! F, it doesn't have a jack connector. Do you have any recordings?

[@m_oznari]

dude you just convinced me, i am buying it

[@totoroutes5389]

For a good quiet computer try the ipadPro and Auria app

[@xaosnox]

Okay. Sold. I was on the fence about the quality of the preamps, but I get it-you love it! I'd be interested in hearing the Zoom H5 compared to your usual preamp with the same mic. I know that would take some editing, but you're the man, Mike! Let's do the H5 v the world preamp nuthouse video like you did with the e100s.

[@kamaharima3701]

X S I own this and let me disclose this information, these preamps are noisy!! Turn up 1 and 2 with nothing connected and listen... at about 6 it’s just sad. Level 7 wtf?!? And keep in mind this on on 1 and 2 not the xy left and right capsules

[@christopherecatalano]

Kamahari, the headphone amp is noisy, but that may not be indicative of the audio recorded if the gain structure of your input strip is set up. Something this low powered would also require a pretty good signal going in, it would be unreasonable to expect over 10db of clean on the combi jacks, instrumental or dynamic or condenser. I still have to mess with this, but I had a much vaunted Sony PCM-50, and the on-board mics of this blow the expensive Sony ones completely out of the water. Dead quiet, and smooth high end. I will be AB testing with a pair of RØDE nt5s today to confirm whether or not the externals are as noisy as you say.

[@timhaupt5270]

@@christopherecatalano Yes, the headphone amp is noisy, and a big distraction. Hope Zoom takes care of that in future models.

[@mrcrobart]

yes, i confirm, this microphone is awesome :)

[@SjorsHoukes]

The microphone is actually not that great, but the recorder is.

[@H_Oscarsson]

Soundwise, would you recommend the H5 or the H6?

[@Jonny51982]

Hey, Mike. Without getting into all the reasoning and all that, I am going to add an SM57 to use with my H5 that was bought largely bc of your endorsement (which also is how I found your channel several months ago). Your advice has served me well thus far with the H5 and some tips/tricks - thank you - so I was hoping you could weigh in on whether or not I need an external preamp for the 57 and, if I do, if you could recommend something portable and budget-friendly that wouldn't end up on the upgrade ASAP list. Would love to grab the MM-1 you reviewed recently, but that's definitely out of my range right now. I'll drop the cash on a Cloudlifter or something similar if that's what I need to do, but I'm trying to keep costs as low as possible. I'm not presently doing VO or such work, so I don't necessarily need quite that standard of audio, but I still want a quality baseline recording.

[@chriswellz5993]

I got one. It's dope.

[@maciejlechpaczkowski8717]

Thx for info ,😉☺️😁

[@Kreln1221]

The H5 only provides phantom power on the two built in connectors on the bottom. The optional EXH-6 dual XLR/TRS module does not provide phantom power.

[@Bob_C]

You really made me laugh after you said, "You can even turn your computer off." And the face you made. lmao. 😅 Thanks. I needed a good laugh.

[@JAM-qq2gp]

Hey Mike I'm in need of a new audio interface, I dropped my scarlet 2i2 :( I remembered you talking about the H5 in this video and in our interview and I'm planning on buying it today. I think it will be a great way to get my computer out of the studio and I can use the H5 as a mic when I vlog! Thanks again for pointing me in this direction.

[@gear2video]

Hey! Just found your video. Awesome! After seeing a couple of your videos I bought a Sennheiser MKH416 - hope, it will arrive next week. I'm now considering buying a Zoom H5 or H6... I'm a bit concerned about the battery life when using phantom power. What is your experience around that? Thanks a lot in advance and best regards from Germany!! Cheers

[@HMVideofilms]

A USB 5 volt AC charger like the one that charges your phone will work just take out the iPhone cable from the plug and connect a USB to the plug and the smaller USB 2.0 end into your device another option is to get a 'memory bank storage' make sure its fully charged and connect that up via USB out on the data bank to USB 2.0 (smaller end) into Zoom H6) I haven't tried this on any other Zooms so don't know if it works on other models. Hope you got it sorted and making great sounds.

[@NowyKurs]

The only thing which I consider, or worried about are the capsules, which I Imagine are frigail.

[@StasComoestas]

I like your channel, your videos are amazing. To recording naturally sound(rain, birds, sea, cars and more) which microphone will be best choice too get right sound quality with zoom h5?

[@electrobear31]

Just got one, it's sexy, can't wait to start to record stuff with it. Nice vid!

[@JulianMakes]

great video thank you

[@TheRycooder]

How good for recording an acoustic or electric guitar and vocals? Good video thank you!

[@marctestarossa]

'most computers are really loud' That's why I love working with audio recording and my fanless MacBook Air M1 xD it's literally quieter than I am when sitting still

[@CitrusXVA]

I love my H4n. I would want to upgrade to the h5, but for now, it does what I need it to do. Granted I'm using my Presonus Audiobox (one cited in the video) but for out and about production work, my H4n works, or if I don't trust my Audiobox for whatever reason. Thanks for sharing.

[@Wurdnurdninja]

p.s I truly appreciate your video blogs BJ-man...you rock!

[@jasonsgroovemachine]

So here's a question that I didn't see addressed in the video. If I missed it, I apologize. I'm at work trying really hard to not work today. Say I wanna take this to a gig and run a mic and a guitar into it... but I still need the signal to go out from here to my PA. I know there's a line out on this little guy and I could, in theory, split that audio into the two channels on my PA. But can I pan the two channels in the zoom left and right so I can adjust the volume for the venue and not have to mess too much with the settings on the Zoom?

[@EricksonFilmsYT]

I love your channel, thank you!

[@BoothJunkie]

Thank you!! Tell a friend ;-)

[@EricksonFilmsYT]

+Booth Junkie I definitely will

[@Traumklang_Hypnosestudio]

Thank you very much. Your Videos helps a lot . Greetings from Germany :-)

[@TheMisterDavis]

Does it provide 48V phantom power?

[@BoothJunkie]

+Mr. Davis yes it does.

[@Kreln1221]

The H5 only provides phantom power on the two built in connectors on the bottom. The optional EXH-6 dual XLR/TRS module does not provide phantom power.

[@mebombu]

@@BoothJunkieI went to a guitar center today and they said it doesn't provide 48v, but the h6 does. I went to a best buy, and they said only the h6 does. But then I see another youtubers video and your video, and you both not only say but show me that it does! Why dont they know?

[@kaarestoffer2947]

The h5 can provide separate phantom power to the 2 inputs. You can also choose between 12v 24v and 48v on both inputs

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

O. M. Goodness…

[@daveshostack4950]

Dear Mike: Why couldn't you use a Yeti Mike with an extra long USB cable to your laptop in another room or a small cheap digital recorder attached to a mic with a small connector and then transfer the recording to your computer?

[@vasylsaftiuk1867]

and... it can be powered from any power bank as well :)

[@management7565]

Thank you so much for helping and guiding me through getting my studio together during lock-down :) Have you had any experience with other Zoom products? The R Recorder interface series looks interesting, especially with them being able to run off batteries as well. R16 or R8

[@jonbbaca5580]

I've found that the Zoom H5 and H6 built in mic capsules, with the built in preamp, sound much much better than most of the USB mics that are so popular with you tubers and gamers like the Blue mics, and you can plug it straight in to your computer.

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

I would hope so. I haven’t even tried a USB mic in mine. Good to know.

[@drdimento]

Neat Vid. Just don't unplug the H5 while delivering phantom power through XLR, it will blow out the phantom power coil. There are a lot of complaints about this online and I personally experienced the same, rendering the unit defective.

[@Manim8]

"Just don't unplug the H5 while delivering phantom power through XLR". Unplug it from what? The mic? Or the PC? Or the power supply? Thanks:)

[@lagstorm1]

Can you provide a little more detail on this claim my friend? It seems like a pretty important issue.

[@TheBecomingMen]

Dude, just got mine today. You guys get to be the judge of how it sound in my newer videos

[@Snipersounds]

Great video Mike! Thanks for sharing! You are very funny!

[@inocenciotensygarcia1012]

Thank you so much for the wonderful information. I’m thinking of getting one soon and I wanted to see your results. I cook on KZbin and Ive only done it for one year. Friends tell me, I need to better my videos, so I’m doing my homework. Do you think I should buy it for my cooking in my house?,

[@Wurdnurdninja]

Great for podcasts but would you also recommend this Mike for audio book narrators?

[@MaceWinduDuHuen]

would you use a digital recorder as a regular mic? instead of a mic?

[@coreywarren370]

Hello Mr. Delgaudio. I wanted to know if you could do a comparison video of your “Zoom H5” versus “Tasman DR 40X”

[@rargenton]

Hi Mike, many thanks for your videos on the Zoom H5 and many other devices/mics - they’ve been incredibly informative. I have a question and I wonder if you could help me: I’ve recently purchased a Zoom H5 hoping it would be some sort of jack of all trades for my needs - I’m a language teacher but also a hobbyist musician. The idea was to use the Zoom H5 and its XY mic when teaching online but also when recording a tutorial video in the style of a vlog. However, in my experience there’s so much white noise when the gain is set anywhere above 5 that it makes zero latency monitoring really unpleasant and the white noise is also present in the recording afterwards. Could you comment on that? Is this normal for this device? or perhaps an issue with my particular device? In addition, the same problem occurs when when plugging in an XLR mic for a podcast style recording - i’ve tried it using the Samson Q2U, Rode NT1 and also Shure Sm7b (with a fethead). Thanks!

[@robertdyball5804]

Did you get a reply to this? I have the same issue with noise coming in at 5 or more gain that it is impossible. It is self-noise. I am using a shure SM7B in a well sound-proofed booth, so it is nothing external. Any advice, please?

[@sickhcivc]

just bought one because of you! Do I need to worry about compressors / limiters when recording a voiceover(just an interview)

[@Tav_cr]

Mine got sticky over the years. In FB someone told me they are making RMAs for these units. I'm planning to contact tthem

[@CharlieTheAstronaut]

so for the money from my 1st job I got a Rode NT1 with a Focusrite scarlet 2i2 preamp from my second job I bought the H5, this is gonna allow me soo much more flexibility

[@endlessoul]

It's thanks to this and other videos of yours that I have a Zoom H5 in my booth. Thing is, I'm getting what sounds like audio twice in the cans when I record. The onboard mics aren't on, so what am I doing wrong?

[@TimGanderPhotographer]

I'm just wondering, did you make a video about your recording booth? It's not clear from this video whether you did ;-)

[@DaveDenemark]

Booth Junkie I don't know how I survived without your videos. Thank you for all your helpful vids!!. I just ordered the amazing Zoom H5, but also a Steinberg UR22 MK2 interface. If I can use the Zoom H5 as an interface too, is there any reason why I should keep the UR22?

[@5ecretcode]

WHat do you you think of an ipad pro for recording audio?

[@wbuttry1]

my laptop does not have a fan it is dell latitude and my interface is awesome I go to the park quite ofton with my laptop audio interface and condencer mic and record podcast with them during the summer

[@intrascendente]

What camera did you use on this video?

[@bauerfilms4832]

Love your stuff man, have to disagree with the xy not being usable for voiceover though--I think it sounds great. Though I must confess I am not an audio connoisseur :-)

[@VOByRobbins]

I'm using the H5 as well, just got (err... invested) a sennheiser 416 (like Mike) and my audiobook work sounds soooooo much better and my noise floor is crazy low (I don't have a whisper room) I'm using a surround around the mic and room treatments to minimize reflections. The preamps are great, I need to get some rechargeables --- long chapters are taxing on the batteries, I think take out the SD card and then archive the raw audio on Dropbox from my PC. I use Adobe Audition and some waves plugins. the Sennheiser has saved me a ton of editing time due to rejection of external noise.

[@BoothJunkie]

The H5 can also be powered over USB, so you can also use a battery pack designed for recharging your phone (something like this : amzn.to/2m7jBk9) which can really help on long sessions.

[@VOByRobbins]

Booth Junkie you are wayyyyyyy helpful, I didn't think of that!!! Gonna try that out tomorrow! Many thanks!! I'm so trying to record something great just like the booth Junkie always says!!! :)!!!

[@robbiepatin9402]

Booth Junkie and Michael Do you feel the H5 serves as a satisfactory preamp for professional recordings on the 416? I'm new to VO but truly committed to making this my main income in 6 months to a year and therefore don't mind spending a bit more if it will result in a significant gain. I have purchased a 416 and was planning on purchasing the H6 but the music store I was going to order from said that using a H6 on a 416 would be like powering a Ferrari with a 4 banger and thus suggested a audio interface with a external preamp. Any suggestion/info would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[@johncotti1586]

Got mine today! So much easier than setting up my laptop in my "studio." Shhh...it's my closet.

[@mosspage4297]

Hi Mike, You are too awesome, thank you. A question: recording "on ZOOM H5 micro SD" vs "on PC through USB" vs "on DSLR 3.5mm mic in (canon 5D mark ii)" Is there a difference in voice quality? I will appreciate if you give a brief answer.

[@Michaelderwogutist]

Nice video. : ) Thank you.

[@afghanistantvofficial]

Hei What do you think about zoom H1n and Zoom H2n compare to this? Rgts Alina

[@shivammishra-wl4bq]

sir can we connect our 3.5 mm aux speaker to it so that we can hear our recording from speaker ?? and where to connect it? i am asking for zoom h6

[@torahtalmid]

is the handy recorder on the same level? because that's what I used it was all inclusive I was gifted an audiobox and a behringer and I'm totally lost!

[@silentstalker6458]

Have you tried the H6 yet?