Zoom PodTrak P8 Portable Multitrack Podcast Recorder
- 6 x High-Gain XLR Mic Inputs with +48V
- 6 x Independent Headphone Outputs
- 9 Sound Pads, 4 Banks for Music/Samples
- Mix-Minus for 2 Echo-Free Remote Callers
- Onboard Recording & Editing Controls
- Tone-Enhancing Options & Noise Reduction
- Separate Gain, Mute & Headphone Volume
- Powered via Batteries, AC, or USB
- Supports SDXC Cards up to 512GB
- Class-Compliant Mode for iOS Devices
Purpose-built for recording, editing, and producing polished multi-person podcasts anywhere you go without the need for a computer, the Zoom PodTrak P8 is a portable multitrack podcast recorder that lets you quickly record up to six mics, handle 2 echo-free remote call-ins simultaneously, trigger sound samples, and provide separate headphone feeds for all your guests, all at the same time and with refreshing simplicity, thanks to the large full-color LCD touchscreen.
From the intuitive, tactile controls to the powerful audio processing and editing functions, the PodTrak P8 is well equipped to help you record, stream, and export pristine audio for complex panel podcasts. Dynamic and condenser mics, customizable sound pads, call-ins via your smartphone or computer, and independent headphone outs; the PodTrak P8 can manage everything you need a podcast production station to do.
Extra touches including per-channel tone controls, compression/de-essing, limiters, low-cut filters, and noise reduction—all stellar tools for achieving professional-sounding tracks, an integrated mix-minus function to prevent echo and feedback for remote guests, and multiple powering methods make the PodTrak P8 a truly powerful all-in-one solution for podcasting.
Specifiactions :
| Form Factor | Tabletop |
| Display | 1 x Touchscreen |
| Channels of I/O | Analog: 8 Input / 2 Output at 44.1 kHz |
| Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 44.1 kHz / 16-Bit |
| Number of Mic Preamps | 6 |
| Input Level Adjustment | 6 x via Touchscreen |
| Number of Headphone Mixes | 1 x Master 5 x Guest |
| Solo/Mute | Mute per Input Channel |
| Pad | None |
| Sample Pads | 9 x Assignable |
| Analog Audio I/O | 6 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input 6 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Aux In/Out |
| Phantom Power | +48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs) |
| Digital Audio I/O | None |
| Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0) |
| Memory Card Slot | 1 x SDXC |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB (at 44.1 kHz) |
| Gain/Trim Range | Mic Inputs: 0 dB to +70 dB |
| Max Input Level | XLR Mic Inputs: +5 dBu for 0 dBFS 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Inputs: +2.5 dBu |
| Max Output Level | Monitor Outputs: +5.5 dBu |
| Headphone Output Power | 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance | XLR Mic Inputs: 3 Kilohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Inputs: 3 Kilohms 1/4" Monitor Outputs: 320 Ohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 27 Ohms |
| EIN | -124 dBu (150-Ohm Source, +70 dB Gain) |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 kHz |
| Bit Depths | 16-Bit |
| OS Compatibility | macOS Windows iOS |
| Included Software | None |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Not Included) |
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included), Battery, or USB Bus Power |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC at 1 A |
| Power Consumption | 5 W |
| Battery Type | 4 x AA |
| Approximate Battery Life | 2 Hours (AA Alkaline, Phantom Off, Recording, with Headphones) 3.5 Hours (AA NiMH, Phantom Off, Recording, with Headphones) 6.5 Hours (AA Lithium, Phantom Off, Recording, with Headphones) |
| Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
| Dimensions | 11.6 x 9.8 x 2.4" / 29.5 x 24.8 x 6.1 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg |
| Package Weight | 4.595 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 14.8 x 11.2 x 3.3" |
| Technical | |
| Warranty | Non Warranty |