Zoom PodTrak P8
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PodTrak P8
Product Info
Article Number:
503515
Brand:
Zoom
Model:
PodTrak P8
Category:
Multitrack Compact Studios
Price:
$346.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The PodTrak P8 is a solid step up from simpler podcasting recorders. It's a great all-in-one solution for podcasters, interviewers, and small production teams needing multi-track recording with decent flexibility. If you need a portable, self-contained system for recording multiple voices and sound effects, this is a strong contender.
Product Description
- Zoom PodTrak P8
- Podcasting Recorder
- Colour LCD touch screen
- 6 Microphone inputs with XLR connections and optional phantom power
- 6 Headphone outputs with individual volume controls: 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Gain control each input
- Mute button and "ON AIR" indicator
- Independent channel for recording telephone interviews (mix-minus function to prevent echo and feedback effects)
- Wireless integration of telephones via Zoom BTA-2 Bluetooth receiver (Art.#500445# - not included)
- Nine assignable sound pads with four banks
- 13 Pre-installed sounds such as applause
- laughter
- etc.
- Internal editing functions
- Simultaneous recording of up to 13 individual tracks (all inputs
- as well as pads and sum)
- USB audio interface with 2 inputs and 2 outputs
- iOS compatibility through Class Compliant Mode
- Supports SD
- SDHC and SDXC cards with up to 512 GB capacity
- BWF-compliant WAV formats with up to 16 bit / 44.1 kHz or various MP3 formats
- Up to two hours of battery operation with four AA batteries (not included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 295 x 248 x 61 mm
- Weight: 1.43 kg
- Includes PodTrak P8
- AD-14 power supply and quick start guide
PROS
- • Six XLR inputs offer flexible mic configurations for complex setups
- • Independent headphone mixes reduce latency and improve workflow for guests
- • Mix-minus functionality is genuinely effective for remote interviews
- • Assignable sound pads add creative flair and production shortcuts
CONS
- • Build quality feels a little plasticky for the price point
- • Limited editing capabilities compared to full DAW software
- • Requires external Bluetooth adapter for phone interview integration
Product Video
Key Features
Tracks
13
Max Sample Rate
48 kHz
Effects
Sound pads with pre-installed sounds, basic editing
Storage
SD card (up to 512GB)
Connections
6 XLR, 6 3.5mm headphone, 2x USB, Bluetooth (with adapter)
Weight
1.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mix-minus is decent, but reliability degrades with poor connections; expect occasional glitches or dropouts.
Yes, the P8 provides 48V phantom power to each XLR input, allowing use of condenser mics.
The touch screen is generally responsive, but smaller buttons might require some getting used to for precise adjustments during recording.
