Zoom P4 PodTrak - Podcasting Mixer and Interface

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What I like about the Zoom H6 is that it can mount on your tripod or camera as long as you have a hot-shoe adapter. You have control over each track individually and can toggle phantom power on and off depending on the microphone type connected to each input. I’ve fallen victim in the past to this lack of warning on the PodTrak P4 and only discovered some clipped audio once the recording process had finished and I was at the point of editing. All you need to do is connect to your phone or computer and start recording with your remote guests. I do like to use my Zoom H1 as a backup just in case there’s any sort of failure with my main unit or the SD card in it while recording.

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The PodTrak P4 has four mic inputs with XLR connectors as well as four headphone outputs (each with its own volume control). Although the PodTrak P4 is pretty much everything you need to record a podcast, you will need at least one podcast mic to start using it. If you’re stuck between the Zoom H4N Pro and P4, here’s a breakdown of the differences between the two. If not, are you able to hear things played back on the computer in softylike OBS, or the web based Streamyard without using mix minus? You will need to of those cables if you plan to connect the PodTrak to your computer while powering it with the AC adapter.Like the PodTrak P4, the RodeCaster Pro also has 4 inputs and outputs, and the ability to integrate remote guests into your recording via Bluetooth or USB. Since I don’t actually know the answer to this at the moment, I sent a message to Zoom support and asked. The Zoom PodTrakP4’s customizable sound pads can instantly trigger music, ads, jingles, and even pre-recorded interviews. You can connect xlr mics, phone, a computer (you can use it as a sound interface as well), it has USB-c connectivity, you can use it with a Bluetooth device, it can be powered with batteries (you receive two in the box) and a charger (which you have to provide, it does not come in the box). Although its compact size and sleek design are definitely worth it, since the PodTrak P4 is made from plastic, it’s not the most durable piece of kit out there.

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The problem is that the 4 microphone inputs on the P4 are the XLR type – the standard 3-pin connection. Yes, you can connect any Smartphone to your Podtrak P4 using a TRRS cable, which will allow you to speak to people over the phone and record your co-host or guest through input 3. Each of the inputs can be recorded onto a separate track, which gives you an invaluable level of control during post-production. A device like the P4 which is built for podcasting from the ground up offers some great features that make using it a real pleasure – it’s super simple and lowers the barrier to entry for would-be podcasters. The rich text element allows you to create and format headings, paragraphs, blockquotes, images, and video all in one place instead of having to add and format them individually.phone jacks at the bottom, so everyone in the room can monitor the recordings conveniently without a complicated setup. You can have 4 in-person mics, 3 in-person mics, and one remote guest, or 2 in-person mics and 2 remote guests.

Zoom H6 vs Podtrak P4 - Podcast Recorder Comparison Zoom H6 vs Podtrak P4 - Podcast Recorder Comparison

The XLR channels have great pre-amps with no noticeable noise and can drive power hungry dynamic mics like my Rode Procaster, the result being a much better sounding signal that I was able to achieve with less powerful preamps on mixing consoles!I decided that as long as the door still opened and closed OK by relying on the remaining hinge, I’d keep the unit simply for ease. When I turned it back on, it worked perfectly, not feeding what I was hearing on channel 4 of the P4 BACK into Reaper. The P4 is powered by 2 AA batteries and will last for several hours before needing a battery change. Step 1: First, if you’re going to be recording onto an SD card, make sure that you’ve formatted it with the P4.

Zoom P4 PodTrak - Podcasting Mixer and Interface

The Podtrak P4 has four headphone jacks with individual volume control so each in-person podcast guest/co-host can monitor the recording at a volume they prefer.

Both the low-cut filter and the limiter can be applied in post-production so if you don’t turn them on you can apply these effects after the fact. The H6 has four XLR/TRS combo jacks and can also be hooked up to your computer to act as an audio interface.