The Zoom MSH-6 - Mid-Side Microphone Capsule for Zoom H5 and H6 Field Recorders is an interchangeable component in Zoom's H5 and H6 modular recorder system. The capsule features two microphone elements - one mid unidirectional element that faces forward and one bi-directional side element positioned perpendicularly to the first. This arrangement enables the "mid-side" recording technique whereby signals from the center and ambient sounds from the sides can be combined to make the stereo image more narrow or wide. It is suitable for everything from live concert recording, studio recording, rehearsals, and TV broadcasts.

Mid Microphone Faces Forward    Side Bi-Directional Microphone    Enables Stereo Width Post Adjustment    Studio, Live, Rehearsal, TV Broadcast

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this capsule work with the Zoom F1 Field Recorder, to add XLR Input channels?

A: Yes, it works with the Zooms proprietary 10 pin connector, you can use that or any of the other Zoom capsule accessories. But just like Richard says, the dual XLR accessory isn't capable to provide phantom power. Not on the F1 or any other compatible recorder.

Q: 2. What is the max dB SPL this can handle? Thanks

A: The maximum sound pressure level rating for the Zoom SGH-6 Shotgun Microphone Capsule is 122 dB SPL.

Q: 3. Will this work with the Zoom F1 field recorder?

A: Yes, I did a test and they are compatible.

Q: 4. Is it compatible with the Zoom H8 recorder? Looks like not because it may be in the way of the top two xlr inputs on the h8?

A: Yes, the Zoom EXH-6 Dual XLR/TRS Combo Input Capsule for H5, H6, and F4 Recorders is compatible with the Zoom H8 recorder.

Q: 5. This zoom mid side microphone while looking like the one in the box for the h6 is a specifically mid side microphone,and is therefore a solution ? Just looking at mid side processing, and this is a appropriate solution? Stefan....

A: This mid side capsule works with the Zoom H5 and H6 portable recorders, and features two mic elements - one is a middle unidirectional mic that faces forward and one bi-directional side mic that is perpendicular to the first. This set-up enables the "mid-side" recording style, where signals from the center and ambient sounds from the sides can be combined to make the stereo image more narrow or wide.

Q: 6. Which lot of Rycote form matches this mic?

A: If you're looking for suspension, pretty much any Rycote with a hot shoe adapter will work with the H6.a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=1050991&Q=&is=REG&A=details target= _blank http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=1050991&Q=&is=REG&A=details/a

Q: 7. What is the Signal-To-Noise Ratio for this?

A: At this time, the SNR is not specified by the manufacturer.

Q: 8. Does this, like the Zoom SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Capsule, allow the H5 to record in RAW, to allow mid-side balance in post?

A: Yes!

Q: 9. What is the Bit-depth and Frequency that it records at?

A: That is dependent on the recorder being used with this capsule. When using this with the H5 or H6 recorder, you can record at 24 bit, up to 96k sample rate.

Q: 10. Does someone who have this, think it does or would work well if put on a boom pole with the h5 to record dialogue inside?

A: Works GREAT outside, inside I have found the sound to be strangely distorted. Would not recommend for indoor dialog.