If using the Zoom H5 is this mic necessary when recording a speaker talking or are the existing mics enough?

Not only is the shotgun feature on this very handy for getting good sound from an impressive distance, the ability of the Zoom to limit or expand the side channels on this mic is absolutely invaluable. It's like the included mid-side mic, but with the added distance power of the other shotgun. A great hybrid and I use it more than any other mic.

Can I get mono audio using this mic? or is it always produces stereo?

In post production, you can get mono audio as the ssh6 only records in stereo (at least on the Zoom Q8). If you mean at the actual time of recording, no. It always records in stereo (One track for the front, one track from the sides).

I assume this mic has the ability to record on 2 separate channels, one for each capsule, is this the case?

It does the MS type of recording, so if you chose to decode it, you would have a LCR feel. It will require you to update the firmware so that you can adjust the side record levels. When you just import the file, it will be on 2 tracks, with one of them being directional, and the other the off-mic.

Does this work with the h8? i don't see it listed, but doesn't the h8 use the same capsule system as the h6?

The SSH-6 would be compatible with the H8. The H8 would also be compatible with any other Zoom interchangeable microphone capsule.

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Description

🎤 Elevate your sound game — don’t just record, captivate!

COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - Portable design (0.6 lbs) that fits perfectly into your mobile recording workflow.
MONO MODE FLEXIBILITY - Switch to mono compatibility for versatile audio setups without missing a beat.
PLUG PLAY COMPATIBILITY - Effortlessly pairs with Zoom H5 and H6 recorders for professional-grade audio on the go.
CRYSTAL CLEAR STEREO CAPTURE - Mid-side design delivers immersive, directional sound that elevates your recordings.
WIND NOISE REDUCTION INCLUDED - Comes with a deadcat windscreen to ensure pristine sound even in challenging outdoor environments.

The Zoom SSH-6 is a premium mid-side stereo shotgun microphone capsule designed exclusively for Zoom H5 and H6 recorders. It offers a wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response with a 78dB signal-to-noise ratio, delivering crisp, directional audio with mono compatibility for versatile recording. Lightweight and portable, it includes a windscreen for outdoor use, making it the go-to choice for video professionals and content creators seeking studio-quality sound on the move.

Specifications

ASIN	B00SGDG8TU
Antenna Location	Video Production
Audible Noise	78 Decibels
Best Sellers Rank	#767,052 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #200 in External Camcorder Microphones
Box Contents	1 N Hairy Windscreen
Brand	Zoom
Brand Name	Zoom
Colour	Black
Compatible Devices	zoom h5, h6
Connectivity Technology	Auxiliary
Connector Type	3.5 mm Jack
Country of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 242 Reviews
Enclosure Material	Specialized Material
Frequency Range	20hz - 20khz
Frequency Response	20 KHz
Global Trade Identification Number	04515260014262
Hardware Platform	Television
Impedance Unit of Measure	2000 Ohms
Item Dimensions	9.4 x 22.1 x 8.6 Centimeters
Item Type Name	Portable Recording Devices
Item Weight Unit of Measure	0.6 Pounds
Manufacturer	Zoom Corporation, Zoom Corporation 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
Manufacturer Contact Information	Zoom Corporation 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
Manufacturer Part Number	SSH-6
Microphone Form Factor	Shotgun
Model Name	SSH-6
Model Number	SSH-6
Number of Channels	1
Packer Contact Information	ZOOM MICROPHONES USA Zoom Corporation 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
Polar Pattern	Omnidirectional
Power Source	Battery Powered
Recommended Uses For Product	Video Production
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	78 dB
Special Feature	Stereo Shotgun, Mono Compatible
UPC	884354014292
Unit Count	1 Count

Reviews

S**T

What more could you ask for?!

20.06.2024

D**O

Perfecto e imperdible. Lo recomiendo por mucho!!

Sin duda alguna es un gran micrófono, capta exageradamente bien el sonido ambiental y direccional. El muy fácil de usar en la zoom h5 o h6. Ya incluye su deadcat. La zoom h6 con sus dos cápsulas ya guarda muy bien el sonido pero con este micrófono sientes que la zoom h6 valió la pena cada centavo.

23.08.2019

M**M

This thing produces sound that blows mind.

4.05.2022

A**X

2 en 1 Direccional y Midside en un solo microfono

La marca Zoom es mi favorita y este micrófono es probablemente el mejor de toda la gama de las cápsulas.

17.04.2022

G**Z

Excellent Stereo Shotgun Mic — Perfect for the Zoom H6

13.10.2016

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