Overview
ZOOM PodTrak P4next, USB and XLR Podcast Recorder
The Zoom PodTrak P4next is a compact podcast recorder built for round-table recording, remote guests, and live streaming. It combines four XLR microphone inputs, four headphone outputs with individual volume controls, built-in voice processing (tone shaping, compression, and AI noise reduction), and one-touch sound pads for intros, jingles, and effects. It can record directly to a microSD card in 48 kHz / 24-bit WAV, or function as a 12-in / 2-out USB audio interface for computers and mobile devices.
Features
- Four XLR mic inputs with up to +70 dB gain (supports demanding dynamic mics)
- +48V phantom power available for condenser microphones
- Four independent headphone outputs with dedicated volume knobs
- AI Noise Reduction, Tone, and Compressor controls for voice clarity and consistency
- Four sound pads for triggering built-in sounds or loading/recording your own
- Records a stereo mix plus isolated tracks for detailed editing
- Remote guest support by phone (TRRS) or Bluetooth (requires optional adapter), with built-in mix-minus behavior to reduce echo
- Voice guidance that provides audible menu feedback through headphones
- Runs on 2 AA batteries or USB power (AC adapter, battery bank, or bus power)
Specifications / Documents
Inputs
- Input Connectors: 4x XLR jacks (XLR: 2 HOT)
- Input Gain: +70dB
- Input Impedance: 3kΩ or more
- Maximum Input Level: 0dBu
- Phantom Power: +48V
Outputs
- Connectors: 4x Stereo mini jacks
- Maximum Output Level: 6mW + 6mW (per output into 32Ω load)
- Output Impedance: 10Ω or less
Smartphone Connection Jack
- Connector: TRRS mini jack (4 contacts, TIP: L, RING: R, RING: GND, SLEEVE: MIC)
- Input Impedance: 2.7kΩ or more
- Maximum Input Level: +3dBu
- Output Impedance: 100Ω or less
- Maximum Output Level: -24dBu
Recorder
- Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 12x
- Maximum Simultaneous Playback Tracks: 2x
- Recording Formats: 48kHz/24-bit WAV Stereo/mono
- Recording Media: microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards
USB
- Connector: USB Type-C
- Audio Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Input and Output Channels: 12x In, 2x Out
- Sampling Frequency: 48kHz
- Bit Depth: 24-bit
- File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed
General
- Dimensions: 5" x 4.7" x 1.6" (125.9mm x 120mm x 40mm)
- Weight: 10.6oz (300g)
- Power Consumption: 5W Maximum
- Equivalent Input Noise: EIN -125dBu or less (IHF-A) at +70dB/150Ω input
- Display: 128x64 OLED
- Batteries: 2x AA Batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH)
