Zoom H5 Studio Vs. Tascam Portacapture X8 (Audio Samples - On Board Mics, NTG5, MKH50, & SM7B)

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So I decided to pick up the Tascam Portacapture X8 and put it to the test vs. the new Zoom H5 studio.

Overall, I think you can't go wrong with either of these recorders - it just comes down to preference. Listening on studio monitors + headphones, both sound pretty identical.

This is even with the H5 Studio having 'F' series pre-amps. I may keep the X8 and return the H5 Studio but will take a few days to decide. Mainly being because - the audio is similar, it has touch screen, easier to use. --- I'm curious though as to what you all think.

Also, amazon has the X8's used for around $319 - so def worth looking into!

What would you pick? Both sound fantastic if you just listen through speakers, you won't hear hiss or background noise.

Be sure to wear headphones when you watch this video.

CORRECTION: x8 has a built in speaker as well. (speaker is not as loud as H5 studio) You also will need the BTA (Bluetooth) adapter to use the app on the x8. Different modes on the x8 make it far more easier to use as well, the apps(modes) basically simplify toggles based on what you want to record


0:00 - hello
0:12 - real intro
0:39 - Quick overview of X8
1:32 - lets get to it
1:56 - Tascam x8 On board Mic
2:30 - Zoom H5 Studio
3:42 - Tascam X8 Rode NTG5
4:35 - Zoom H5 Studio Rode NTG5
5:39 - thoughts on MKH50
6:08 - Tascam X8 MKH50
7:06 - Zoom H5 Studio MKH50
8:54 - quick notes on zoom + tascam
9:15 - they seem to read gain differently but equate to the same thing
9:59 - Tascam X8 Shure SM7B
13:45 - Zoom H5 Studio Shure SM7B
15:00 - what do you think sounds better? they seem similar
16:20 - x8 seems to read gain differently not sure why
17:00 - benefits of x8 are multiple ports
17:30 - not sure what I'll keep, leaning towards x8
18:15 - this devices is 4 years older but right on par
19:45 - what would you buy
20:16 - Zoom H5 Studio Noise Floor Test
20:47 - Tascam X8 Noise Floor Test

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