Zoom H5
Portable Recorders
$239€214Check ↗
Brand profile · Japan, est. 1985
Zoom
Zoom Corporation, initially known for its digital samplers and recorders, has evolved into a significant player in the music technology landscape. Their reputation rests on delivering feature-rich, compact, and often surprisingly affordable solutions for both musicians and content creators. While not traditionally a guitar-centric brand, Zoom’s recent foray into guitar effects and modeling has garnered considerable attention.
Portable Digital Recorders (e.g., H series)Multitrack Compact Studios (e.g., LiveTrak series)Guitar Effects Pedals (modeling and multi-effects)Innovative looping technologyCompact, all-in-one recording solutions
1985founded
Japancountry
82products in stock
$22–$1,292price range
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Zoom LiveTrak L-20
Multitrack Compact Studios
$1,030€924Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-8
Multitrack Compact Studios
$474€425Check ↗
Zoom R20
Multitrack Compact Studios
$453€406Check ↗
Zoom H1 XLR
Portable Recorders
$174€156Check ↗
Zoom V6 SP
Vocalists
$340€305Check ↗
Zoom Q2n-4K
Portable Recorders
$250€224Check ↗
Zoom PodTrak P4next
Portable Recorders
$188€169Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Mic Set
Studio Packages
$552€495Check ↗
Zoom PodTrak P4
Portable Recorders
$133€119Check ↗
Zoom F6
Portable Recorders
$623€559Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L6max
Multitrack Compact Studios
$418€375Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-6
Multitrack Compact Studios
$281€252Check ↗
Zoom H6essential
Portable Recorders
$324€291Check ↗
Zoom F3
Portable Recorders
$367€329Check ↗
Zoom V3
Vocalists
$210€188Check ↗
Zoom A1 Four Acoustic FX Pedal
Acoustic Guitar Effects
$139€125Check ↗
Zoom H4essential
Portable Recorders
$219€196Check ↗
Zoom B6
Bass Multi Effects
$428€384Check ↗
Zoom A1X Four Acoustic FX Pedal
Acoustic Guitar Effects
$155€139Check ↗
Zoom FS01 Footswitch
Keyboard Foot Switches
$32€29Check ↗
Zoom H2essential
Portable Recorders
$200€179Check ↗
Zoom Q8n-4K
Portable Recorders
$400€359Check ↗
Zoom H1essential
Portable Recorders
$110€99Check ↗
Zoom AC3 Acoustic Guitar FX
Acoustic Guitar Effects
$281€252Check ↗
Zoom AC-2 Acoustic Guitar FX
Acoustic Guitar Effects
$169€152Check ↗
Zoom H6studio
Portable Recorders
$414€371Check ↗
Zoom H5studio
Portable Recorders
$390€350Check ↗
Zoom F2
Portable Recorders
$108€97Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-20R
Multitrack Compact Studios
$791€709Check ↗
Zoom F2-BT
Portable Recorders
$155€139Check ↗
Zoom MS-200D+
Guitar Multi Effects
$69€62Check ↗
Zoom R12
Multitrack Compact Studios
$274€246Check ↗
Zoom H5 APH-5 Bundle
Portable Recorders
$300€269Check ↗
Zoom MS-80IR+
Guitar Multi Effects
$108€97Check ↗
Zoom B2 FOUR
Bass Multi Effects
$211€189Check ↗
Zoom H5 Case Bundle
Portable Recorders
$278€249Check ↗
Zoom H5 Bag Bundle
Portable Recorders
$289€259Check ↗
Zoom H5 SD Card 16 GB Bundle
Portable Recorders
$244€219Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-20 Mixercase Bundle
Multitrack Compact Studios
$1,292€1,159Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L-20 Case Bundle
Multitrack Compact Studios
$1,102€988Check ↗
Zoom F1-SP
Portable Recorders
$133€119Check ↗
Zoom LiveTrak L12next
Multitrack Compact Studios
$698€626Check ↗
Zoom M2 MicTrak
Portable Recorders
$110€99Check ↗
Zoom PodTrak P4 Podcast Mic Set
Portable Recorders
$233€209Check ↗
Zoom B1Four Bass Multi Effect
Bass Multi Effects
$101€91Check ↗
Zoom UAC-232
USB Audio Interfaces
$197€177Check ↗
Zoom B1X Four Bass Multi Effect
Bass Multi Effects
$126€113Check ↗
Zoom, honestly
What Zoom does well
- Excellent value for money
- Highly portable and convenient
- Feature-packed devices
- User-friendly interfaces
- Wide range of product categories
What to watch for
- Build quality occasionally feels plasticky
- Sound quality can be a step below high-end competitors
- Software updates sometimes introduce bugs
- Guitar amp modeling lacks nuanced responsiveness
- Can be overwhelming for absolute beginners
Questions about Zoom
Where are Zoom instruments made?
While Zoom Corporation is based in Japan, manufacturing is often outsourced to facilities in China and other Asian countries to maintain competitive pricing.
Are Zoom recorders suitable for professional audio recording?
The LiveTrak series, in particular, offers professional-grade features and preamps, making them viable for serious recording, though high-end studio setups remain the gold standard.
Does Zoom offer software for editing recordings?
Yes, Zoom provides free downloadable software like Rec*It! and Cakewalk by BandLab integration for editing and enhancing recordings made on their devices.