PodTrak P8 Podcasting Simplified

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.

Touchscreen Controls

The color touchscreen interface makes monitoring, adjusting and onboard editing seamless. Everything you need is a touch away.

Wayne Miller | Host, Creator | LA Songwriters Collective Podcast

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.

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.

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.

Zoom PodTrak P8 Podcasting Mixer Features:

• 8-channel standalone podcasting mixer from Zoom

• Mic ins, headphone outs, and faders for up to 6 speakers

• Portable — 2 hours of operation on 4x AA batteries

• Full-color touch display is easy to read and simple to navigate

• Doubles as a 2-in/2-out class-compliant audio interface (Windows, Mac, and iOS)

• 9-button sound pad with 4 banks puts 36 sound clips right at your fingertips

• Records onto common SD/SDHC/SDXC cards up to 512GB in size

• BWF-compliant WAV/MP3 — up to 16-bit/44.1kHz quality

• Dedicated call-in channel with hardwire mix-minus or wireless Bluetooth operation (requires BTA-2 Bluetooth adapter)

• Onboard transport and marker controls

• Pre-loaded with applause, laugh track, and more

Specifications

• Simultaneous Rec Tracks:13

• Sample Rate:44.1kHz

• Bit Depth:16-bit

• Effects:13 x Pre-loaded Sounds

• EQ:Tone Adjustment, Lowcut

• Compression:Compressor/DeEsser, Limiter

• Phantom Power:Yes

• Number of Mic Preamps:6

• Audio Interface:Yes

• Computer Connectivity:USB

• Analog Inputs:5 x XLR (mic), 1 x XLR (mic/USB channel), 1 x 1/8" TRRS (smartphone)

• Analog Outputs:2 x 1/4" TRS

• Headphones:6 x 1/8" TRS

• USB:1 x USB-C (2 x 2)

• Storage:SDHC (up to 32GB), SDXC (up to 512GB)

• Faders:8

• Power:5V DC power supply (included) / 4 x AA Batteries / USB bus powered