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product_id: 48468164
title: "H5 4-Track Portable Recorder for Audio for Video, Music, and Podcasting, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface, Battery Powered"
brand: "zoom"
price: "VT108683"
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category: "Zoom"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48468164-h5-4-track-portable-recorder-for-audio-for-video-music
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# 15-hour battery life 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs 4-track simultaneous recording H5 4-Track Portable Recorder for Audio for Video, Music, and Podcasting, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface, Battery Powered

**Brand:** zoom
**Price:** VT108683
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your audio game—record like a pro, wherever creativity strikes!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** H5 4-Track Portable Recorder for Audio for Video, Music, and Podcasting, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface, Battery Powered by zoom
- **How much does it cost?** VT108683 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48468164-h5-4-track-portable-recorder-for-audio-for-video-music)

## Best For

- zoom enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zoom brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long-Lasting Power:** Record up to 15 hours on just 2 AA batteries or USB power—stay unplugged and unstoppable.
- • **Dual XLR/TRS Inputs:** Plug in professional mics or instruments with versatile combo inputs for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Rugged, Portable Design:** Compact yet durable with rubberized grip and shock-mounted mics to reduce handling noise on the go.
- • **Pro-Grade 4-Track Recording:** Capture every detail with four simultaneous tracks for music, podcasts, and video.
- • **Interchangeable Mic Capsules:** Customize your sound on the fly with easy-swap capsules—like changing lenses on a camera.

## Overview

The Zoom H5 is a versatile 4-track portable recorder featuring interchangeable mic capsules, dual XLR/TRS inputs, and up to 15 hours of battery life. Designed for podcasters, musicians, and videographers, it delivers professional-grade audio with a rugged, ergonomic build and USB interface for seamless workflow.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders of £20 or more. Buy Zoom H5 4-Track Portable Recorder for Audio for Video, Music, and Podcasting, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/TRS Inputs, USB Audio Interface, Battery Powered at desertcart UK.

Review: Exceptional build quality, great audio, and perfect for the jobbing reporter and podcaster alike - especially at around £200! - There are plenty of others around here far better qualified than me to talk about the audio qualities of the H5 (it's perfect for me as a jobbing journalist/reporter and broadcaster - 'nuff said). So instead I will look at the build quality and offer some tips for other new purchasers: Build quality: absolutely superb. Seriously, if you've only been exposed to the likes of the Zoom H1 or Tascam DR-05 then prepare to be taken aback by the step-up in quality here. Everything from the analogue dials with their metal guard bars, to the rubberized finish (great to grip) and the solidity of buttons and sockets speaks to the effort that has gone into making this a device that isn't going to fall apart any time soon. The speaker is a decent size and perfectly adequate for hearing initial playback. Even the battery compartment is well made, with a firm click to the cover (no rattling) and a ribbon to ease battery removal - small points, but often seemingly overlooked by some manufacturers. By way of contrast, I purchased a Tascam DR-22 (not a cheap item in itself) and the build quality was awful - line out socket faulty, generally flimsy feel and loose buttons. The speaker is so small as to be pointless, making the headphone problem more of one. I sent that straight back to desertcart for a refund, looked at the Zoom H5 of a work colleague and ordered that immediately. In the box: as well as 2GB SD card (upgrade to a 32GB at once, and that's the maximum so don't be tempted to use a 64GB or 128GB as you'll lose recordings if you do) and USB cable (great to power the device from a portable power slab by the way) you get a windscreen, a couple of batteries and a hard case. The windscreen is a really cheap foam thing and worth throwing away to be honest, buy a decent 'furry; one instead and you won't regret it. The hard case is adequate, but investing in a bigger case with custom/diced foam is a good idea so you can carry other mic capsules, power supply, xlr cables and external mics etc. Here's a good tip: don't throw away the little bit of foam inside that hard case, keep it and use it to protect the delicate mic capsule (see photo) if you are storing this in the supplied case. You also get a copy of Cubase LE and Wavelab software, not on disc so don't panic when you cannot find them, there are download codes in the box. My final tip would be, unless you are looking to invest in additional mic capsules anyway, not to get the Zoom H6 if you aren't going to be using those six channels. The H5 is every bit as good, in my never humble opinion, as well as being smaller, lighter, better shaped in the hand and newer of course. Save your money and by this, you will not be disappointed...
Review: Great device, does everything great - Great device, an all rounder for every task.

## Features

- Uses a system of interchangeable input capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lens of a camera
- Includes detachable x/y capsule (xyh-5) with extended signal capacity and shockmounted mics for reduced handling noise
- Four-track simultaneous recording
- Broadcast wave format (bwf) compatible time stamp and track marker
- Records on sd/sdhc media of up to 32gb for maximum recording time

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00LJR7128 |
| Battery Average Life | 15 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 543 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 5 in Portable Recording Devices |
| Box Contents | Mobile Phone Recorder |
| Brand Name | Zoom |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,079) |
| Digital Recording Time | 14 hours (stereo audio, 24-bit/96kHz WAV format) |
| Format | WAV |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04515260013227, 04515260013234, 04515260013296 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 millimeters |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.8D x 7.8W x 15.3H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Zoom H5/UK Handy Recorder |
| Item Weight | 281 g |
| Manufacturer | Zoom |
| Manufacturer Part Number | H5 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
| Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Music Recording Mode |
| Model Number | H5 |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
| Screen Size | 3.5 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Zoom
- **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer
- **Format:** WAV
- **Hardware interface:** USB
- **Headphone jack:** 3.5 millimeters
- **Item weight:** 281 g
- **Memory storage capacity:** 32 GB
- **Microphone form factor:** Built-In
- **Number of batteries:** 2 AA batteries required. (included)
- **Product dimensions:** 4.8D x 7.8W x 15.3H centimetres

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do sandisk sd cards work in this recorder? i've put mine in and it doesn't seem to register at all, jst keeps saying no sd card**
A: Was the card formatted to anything else than FAT 32?? If yes, re format on a pc and re try formatting via the H5. Is it recognised on a PC? If no, faulty sd card. If yes, maybe a faulty H5. 
I use Sandisk extreme pro 32 GB SD cards without a problem.

**Q: Can you play back recordings through an in built speaker, headphone socket or connect this device to a hifi or pa amp input?**
A: Ues

**Q: Anyone know the impedance and how/is it possible to adjust this please?**
A: 2x aa batteries

**Q: Can I download an mp3 backing track into this device as accompaniment to recording my sax ? Sorry not a techie !**
A: No I don't believe you can, it's a recording device. You could have the mp3 on a phone and use the line in to have the audio playing, then it will record the audio and your playing at the same time. Be sure to use the headphones to get the levels right.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional build quality, great audio, and perfect for the jobbing reporter and podcaster alike - especially at around £200!
*by ***** on 13 January 2018*

There are plenty of others around here far better qualified than me to talk about the audio qualities of the H5 (it's perfect for me as a jobbing journalist/reporter and broadcaster - 'nuff said). So instead I will look at the build quality and offer some tips for other new purchasers: Build quality: absolutely superb. Seriously, if you've only been exposed to the likes of the Zoom H1 or Tascam DR-05 then prepare to be taken aback by the step-up in quality here. Everything from the analogue dials with their metal guard bars, to the rubberized finish (great to grip) and the solidity of buttons and sockets speaks to the effort that has gone into making this a device that isn't going to fall apart any time soon. The speaker is a decent size and perfectly adequate for hearing initial playback. Even the battery compartment is well made, with a firm click to the cover (no rattling) and a ribbon to ease battery removal - small points, but often seemingly overlooked by some manufacturers. By way of contrast, I purchased a Tascam DR-22 (not a cheap item in itself) and the build quality was awful - line out socket faulty, generally flimsy feel and loose buttons. The speaker is so small as to be pointless, making the headphone problem more of one. I sent that straight back to Amazon for a refund, looked at the Zoom H5 of a work colleague and ordered that immediately. In the box: as well as 2GB SD card (upgrade to a 32GB at once, and that's the maximum so don't be tempted to use a 64GB or 128GB as you'll lose recordings if you do) and USB cable (great to power the device from a portable power slab by the way) you get a windscreen, a couple of batteries and a hard case. The windscreen is a really cheap foam thing and worth throwing away to be honest, buy a decent 'furry; one instead and you won't regret it. The hard case is adequate, but investing in a bigger case with custom/diced foam is a good idea so you can carry other mic capsules, power supply, xlr cables and external mics etc. Here's a good tip: don't throw away the little bit of foam inside that hard case, keep it and use it to protect the delicate mic capsule (see photo) if you are storing this in the supplied case. You also get a copy of Cubase LE and Wavelab software, not on disc so don't panic when you cannot find them, there are download codes in the box. My final tip would be, unless you are looking to invest in additional mic capsules anyway, not to get the Zoom H6 if you aren't going to be using those six channels. The H5 is every bit as good, in my never humble opinion, as well as being smaller, lighter, better shaped in the hand and newer of course. Save your money and by this, you will not be disappointed...

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great device, does everything great
*by M***S on 21 December 2025*

Great device, an all rounder for every task.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lots of features, easy to use
*by R***N on 11 February 2021*

Great recording quality, very low noise and easy to use. The manual could be better, but the menu system is easy to navigate. Works well as both a stand alone recorder and as an audio interface. Separate control of phantom power for each XLR, a plug-in power option which is handy for Lavaliers and similar. Has a useful mono-mix option when used as an audio interface and only using a single external microphone.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-04*