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-colour 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, customisable 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.
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Six High-Gain Mic Inputs
Headphone Mixes for You and All Your Guests
For optimal configuration in your home studio, the PodTrak P8 also has two balanced 1/4" speaker outputs with a dedicated volume control; just plug them into a pair of active monitors, turn up the volume, and listen away.
Echo-Free Remote Call-Ins
Whether you use TRRS, USB, or both, the PodTrak P8 automatically prevents echo and feedback with its built-in mix-minus feature; your remote guests will never be distracted by hearing their own voice echo back to them.
Supports BTA-2 for Wireless Remote Guests
Assignable Sound Pads with Preset Sounds
Instant Access to Volume, On-Air, and Mute for Each Input
Record up to 13 Tracks Simultaneously
User-Friendly Editing
SD Card Recording and Audio Interface Functionality
Alternatively, use the PodTrak P8 as a 2-in/2-out USB 2.0 audio interface (at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz) with your Mac/Windows computer or iOS/Android mobile device (separately available Apple Camera Connection Kit is required for use with iOS devices).
Powered via AA Batteries, AC Adapter, or USB
Powerful Signal Processing Adds Sonic Polish
- Mic Preamp Gain: A simple slider adjusts the mic preamp gain while the meter is divided into Low, Good, and Over sections to help you set the level properly
- Limiter: Prevents distortion from sudden spikes in level
- Low-Cut Filter: Reduces wind noise, blowing, and other kinds of low-frequency rumble
- Tone: Drag the slider to make the sound brighter or warmer
- Compressor/DeEsser: Provides more presence and impact
Plus, a selectable Noise Reduction setting automatically lowers the volume of silent mic tracks to reduce overall background noise.
Extra Enhancements
- Ideal for international use, the PodTrak P8’s touchscreen can be set to one of six languages—English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Japanese
- Colour-coded inputs, outputs, and controls make on-the-fly adjustments a breeze and keep you focused on the discussion
- Transfer track files to your computer to do a final mix in your favourite DAW software
Zoom PodTrak P8 Specs
Form Factor | Tabletop |
Channels of I/O | Analog: 8 Inputs / 2 Outputs 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 |
Display and Indicators | 1 x Touchscreen (Menu Navigation, Metering, Multifunction) 8 x LEDs (Mute) |
Host Connection | 1 x USB Type-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0) |
Analog 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 I/O | None |
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 (at 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 |
Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio Compliant Software |
Included Software | None |
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 |
Whats In the Box
- Zoom PodTrak P8 Portable Multitrack Podcast Recorder
- Zoom AD-14 AC Adapter