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Zoom Podtrak P8 Podcast Recorder
The Zoom PodTrak P8 is easy to use and can handle the most ambitious podcasts. With all the functions you need to record, edit and mix, the PodTrak P8 is your complete podcast studio.
The Zoom PodTrak P8 is easy to use and can handle the most ambitious podcasts. With all the functions you need to record, edit and mix, the PodTrak P8 is your complete podcast studio.
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Product Information
Touchscreen Controls
The color touchscreen interface makes monitoring, adjusting and onboard editing seamless. Everything you need is a touch away.
Mic Preamp Slider
The Mic Preamp Slider allows you to dial in the level or gain of each mic. Make adjustments until the signal is peaking in the “Good Range”. Peaking in the “Over Range” section can cause distortion in your sound.
Limiter
The Limiter is used to prevent distortion if the volume suddenly gets too loud.
Low Cut
The Low Cut reduces low frequency noise that is present in almost any recording environment, whether it’s air conditioning, street sounds, vibrations, and other sources.
Tone Adjustment
The Tone Adjustment can make your voice darker or brighter, for that perfect podcast voice.
Compressor/DeEsser
Compressor/DeEsser enables your voice to have more presence for that perfect studio podcast sound.
Noise Reduction
In the On Air screen select Noise Reduction to decrease background noise by automatically turning down the mic levels for tracks not in use.
It Speaks Your Language
The P8’s touchscreen display can be set to any one of six languages. Choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian or Japanese
Color-Coded
The P8’s color-coded inputs, outputs, and controls make on-the-fly adjustments a breeze, keeping you focused on the discussion.
Crystal-Clear Recording
The PodTrak P8 features six of Zoom’s best-sounding mic inputs, providing pristine audio for you and your guests.
With up to 70dB of gain the P8 can handle the most demanding microphones.*
This Call Will Be Recorded
The P8 features a dedicated channel for recording phone calls. Channel six can be switched to USB mode to record your guests from your computer. Both options include a Mix-Minus feature to prevent echo and feedback for the caller.
On Air Button
When a channel’s ON AIR is disabled, you can still hear the tracks through your headphones, but they won’t be recorded, or go through speakers or USB. Helpful when having sidebar conversations or prepping your guests during breaks.
Wireless Connectivity
Use the optional Zoom BTA-2* Bluetooth Adapter to wirelessly connect your phone to record remote guests.
*BTA-2 available separately.
Added Production Value
Make your podcast sound professional by triggering sound effects, intro music, jingles, pre-recorded interviews and more, with nine multi-colored sound pads. Choose from 13 pre-loaded sounds or load your own. Create up to four banks of sounds for a total of 36 sound clips at your fingertips.
Outputs For Every Occasion
The P8 features six independent headphone outputs, each with individual volume control. For professional playback, the P8’s main outputs allow you to connect your studio monitors.
Editing Options
With the P8’s onboard editing, easily trim, split and fade audio clips to produce a finished episode. You can also transfer track files to your computer for a final mix.
Take Your Studio With You
When recording outside the studio, the P8 provides up to 1.5 hours of recording with four AA batteries, or connect a USB power supply for extended use.
Audio Interface
A USB-C port allows the PodTrak P8 to function as an audio interface when connected to a computer for recording and live streaming.
What’s in the Box
Here’s what you’ll find in the box:
- PodTrak P8
- AD-14 AC Adapter
- Quick Guide
Features
- 4.3" Color LCD touchscreen display. Select from English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese
- Record up to 13 tracks simultaneously
- Six mic inputs with XLR connectors and optional phantom power
- Individual volume sliders, mute buttons and “on air” indicators for each channel
- Dedicated channel for recording remote interviews
- Mix-Minus function automatically prevents echo and feedback from callers phone
- Nine assignable Sound Pads with four banks
- 13 pre-loaded sounds including applause, laugh track and more
- Six headphone outputs with individual volume controls let everyone hear clearly
- Onboard editing
- 2-input, 2-output USB audio interface
- Class-compliant mode for iOS compatibility
- Battery power provides up to two hours of use with four AA batteries
- Up to 1.5 hours of use with four AA batteries or use the included AD-14 AC power adapter
- Records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards up to 1 TB
- 16-bit /44.1kHz audio in WAV format
- Optional BTA-2 Bluetooth Adapter enables wireless call recording
A . Microphone Inputs
XLR inputs for microphones with option for phantom power
B. Touchscreen Interface
Monitor levels, adjust settings, and edit your recordings
C. Phone Input
TRRS input to connect a phone for remote interviews with automatic mix minus. BTA-2 Bluetooth adapter available to make a wireless connection
D. Sound Pads
Trigger sound effects, intro music, ads and more while recording
E. Outputs
6 Headphone outputs with individual volume controls plus stero speaker outputs
F. Mute/On Air
Mute a track or take it "off air" to talk behind the scenes while recording
G. Faders
Control the volume of your microphones, sound pads and phone
H. Output Controls
Adjust the volume of the USB and speaker outputs
I. Transport Controls
Start and stop recording and playback, and add marks to your recording
Specs
Inputs & Outputs
| NUMBER OF INPUT CHANNELS: | Mic inputs: 6 (mono) Smartphone input: 1 (stereo) |
| NUMBER OF OUTPUT CHANNELS: | 2 (6 headphones and L/R speaker outputs) |
Connectors
Mic
| TYPE | XLR jacks (2: HOT) |
| INPUT GAIN | 0 + 70 dB |
| INPUT IMPEDANCE | XLR?3 kΩ |
| MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL | +5 dBu (@0dBFS) |
| PHANTOM POWER | +48 V |
Smartphone Connection Jack
| TYPE | TRRS mini jack (4 contacts, TIP: L, RING 1: R, RING 2: GND, SLEEVE: MIC) |
| INPUT IMPEDANCE | 3 kΩ |
| MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL | +2.5 dBu |
USB
| USB TYPE-C (AUDIO INTERFACE AND MASS STORAGE FUNCTIONS). | |
| • USE A USB CABLE THAT SUPPORTS DATA TRANSFER. USB BUS POWER IS SUPPORTED. |
Headphones
| TYPE | 3.5mm stereo mini |
| MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL | 20 mW + 20 mW @32 Ω |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 27 Ω |
Speaker Output
| TYPE | TRS jacks (balanced) |
| MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL | +5.5 dBu |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 320 Ω |
AC Adapter
| POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR FOR AD-14 |
| FORMAT | WAV 44.1kHz, 16-bit, mono/stereo |
| RECORDING MEDIA | 4 – 32 GB cards compatible with the SDHC specification (class 10 or higher) |
| 64 GB - 1 TB cards compatible with the SDXC specification (class 10 or higher) |
| AUDIO INTERFACE | 44.1 kHz?16-bit?6 in / 2 out |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | -1.0 dB: 20 Hz ? 20 kHz @44.1 kHz |
| EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE | EIN -124 dBu (IHF-A) @+70 dB, 150 Ω input |
| DISPLAY | 4.3" (480×272) full-color touchscreen LCD |
| POWER SUPPLY | 4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-14): DC 5 V/1 A (supports USB bus power) |
| ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIME USING BATTERIES | Recording 44.1kHz/16-bit/4ch audio to SD card (when +48 V is OFF and headphone impedance is 32 Ω) |
| Alkaline batteries: About 1.5 hours | |
| NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 3 hours | |
| Lithium batteries: about 5 hours | |
| *The above values are approximate | |
| POWER CONSUMPTION | 5 W |
| EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS | 295 mm (W) × 248 mm (D) × 61 mm (H) |
| WEIGHT (UNIT ONLY) | 1.43 kg |