ZOOM M4 MicTrak | Portable Multitrack 32-bit Floating-Point Recorder for Video and Live Sound
The ZOOM M4 MicTrak is a portable multitrack recorder designed for video production, podcasting, and live performances. It combines built-in stereo microphones with external inputs, supports 32-bit floating-point recording, and offers high dynamic range and headroom so small teams can reliably capture clear audio.
Key Product Features
- Records up to 4 tracks simultaneously, suitable for dialogue, ambient sound, and backup tracks.
- Uses 32-bit floating-point recording to increase dynamic range and reduce the risk of clipping and level errors.
- Built-in stereo microphones let you power up and record on the go for high mobility.
- Provides inputs for external microphones/instruments, offering flexibility for various recording situations.
- Intuitive controls and a clear display help with quick setup, recording, and marker management.
- Supports memory card recording and USB connectivity for easy file backup and post-production editing.
- Includes headphone monitoring and line outputs for real-time monitoring and sending audio to cameras or mixers.
- Portable, durable design suitable for field recording, vlogs, events, and long work sessions.
Specifications
- Type: Portable multitrack recorder
- Recording: Supports lossless audio recording (e.g., WAV; actual formats and sample rates subject to official specifications)
- Tracks: Up to 4 tracks (depending on device mode and settings)
- Storage: Supports memory card recording (capacity and specifications per official information)
- Connectivity: USB for file transfer; USB audio interface support depends on official firmware
- I/O: Built-in stereo microphones, external audio input jacks, headphone output, line output (actual I/O may vary by unit)
- Power: Supports battery or external power (actual battery type and runtime per official specifications)
Plugin Format
- Not applicable (hardware recorder, not a software plugin)
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
After recording, files can be transferred to a computer via memory card or USB and imported into any WAV-compatible DAW (such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, etc.) for editing, mixing, and post-production. In video workflows, the line output can be routed into a camera as a sync reference; if the firmware supports USB audio interface mode, recordings can also be captured directly into a computer or mobile device to simplify the production process.
