Zoom PodTrak P4

The Zoom PodTrak P4 is a compact, battery-powered podcast recorder that puts everything you need to record a professional show in the palm of your hand. With four XLR microphone inputs, four headphone outputs, sound pads for intros and effects, and built-in call-in support, it lets up to four people record together anywhere, with no computer required.

Highlights

• Four high-gain XLR mic inputs with +48V phantom power and up to 70 dB of gain
• Four independent headphone outputs, each with its own volume control
• Four sound pads for jingles, intros, and sound effects
• Smartphone TRRS input with built-in mix-minus for echo-free remote guests
• USB-C audio interface mode for recording or streaming on a computer
• Runs on two AA batteries, USB bus power, or an AC adapter

Zoom PodTrak P4: A Complete Podcast Studio in One Box

Starting a podcast usually means stitching together an audio interface, a mixer, headphone amps, and recording software. The PodTrak P4 replaces all of that with one simple device. Plug in up to four microphones, give each host their own headphones, press record, and every voice is captured to an SD card, ready to edit.

The P4’s preamps provide plenty of clean gain for dynamic broadcast microphones, which are the most common choice for podcasting. Each input has its own level control, so you can balance hosts quickly without menus.

PodTrak P4 Remote Guests and Sound Pads

Bringing a remote guest on the show is simple. Connect a smartphone to the TRRS input, and the P4’s mix-minus feature sends everyone’s voices to the caller without echoing their own voice back. You can also bring in remote guests over USB from a computer.

The four sound pads let you trigger your intro music, transitions, applause, and stingers live as you record, so the episode sounds produced right out of the recorder and needs less editing afterward.

Recording and Editing With the P4

The P4 records each microphone to its own track as well as a stereo mix, giving you flexibility in editing. Record a fully mixed episode for fast turnaround, or use the separate tracks to fix levels, remove crosstalk, and edit each host independently. Files are stored on an SD card for easy transfer to any editing software.

Taking the PodTrak P4 on the Road

Because it runs on AA batteries and fits in a small bag, the P4 is ideal for recording interviews on location, at events, or anywhere your guests are. Pack it with a few dynamic microphones, desk stands, and headphones, and you have a portable studio that sets up in minutes.

Zoom PodTrak P4 Specifications at a Glance

• Mic inputs: 4 XLR with +48V phantom power, up to 70 dB gain
• Headphone outputs: 4 with independent volume
• Sound pads: 4
• Call-in: smartphone TRRS input with mix-minus; USB call-in supported
• USB: USB-C audio interface and mass storage
• Storage: SD card
• Power: 2 AA batteries, USB bus power, or AC adapter

Who Buys the Zoom PodTrak P4

• New podcasters who want a simple, all-in-one recording solution
• Two- to four-host shows recording in person
• Interviewers and journalists recording on location
• Churches, schools, and businesses launching their own podcast

Why Buy the Zoom PodTrak P4 From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We sell, install, and service pro audio in-house, so our team can help you choose microphones, stands, and headphones that work with the P4, show you how to set it up, and support you after the sale. We also build complete podcast studios for businesses, churches, and schools, with B2B and integrator pricing on volume orders.

Browse more options in our Podcast Mixers category, or see the full specifications on the official Zoom PodTrak P4 product page.