Description
The Zoom M4 MicTrak Stereo Microphone and Recorder is the first portable recorder equipped with 32-bit float recording and built-in timecode generator, giving filmmakers and musicians everything they need to capture outstanding audio.
Clip-free Audio
When you’re on-set you can’t afford to come away with clipped or faint audio. The M4 records in 32-bit float, allowing you to capture perfect audio in any situation without the need to set gain.
Rolling…and…Action!
Filmmakers can use the two XLR inputs for dialogue, while using the X/Y mics to record ambience. In post, your recordings can easily be synced to video, thanks to the M4’s onboard timecode generator.
Make Great Sounding Music Videos
Combine audio captured by the on-board X/Y mics with two additional external microphones to give your videos studio-quality sound in any environment.
Super-Low Handling Noise
The M4 was engineered to be the quietest handheld recorder ever. Its unique X/Y mics and glossy finish significantly reduces handling noise, ensuring clean, clear audio, everytime.
Timecode Onboard
Serious videographers use timecode to keep their audio and video perfectly in sync. The M4’s built-in timecode generator has professional grade .2 ppm accuracy.
Key Features* All-in-One X/Y Microphone and Recorder
- 4-Channel Recording
- 44.1 to 192 kHz / 32-Bit Floating Point
- Time Code Input Support
- Cardioid Pickup Pattern
- Two Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Inputs
Specifications
| Portable Recorder | |
| Form Factor | Handheld Recorder |
| Primary Use Applications | Audio-for-Video, Dictation & Transcription, Podcasting |
| Number of Tracks | 4 |
| Number of Input Channels | 4 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 44.1 kHz / 32-Bit (PCM) 48 kHz / 32-Bit (PCM) 96 kHz / 32-Bit (PCM) 192 kHz / 32-Bit (PCM) |
| Microphone | Built-In Cardioid Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration |
| Number of Microphone Preamps | 4 Preamps |
| Built-In Speaker | Yes, 500 mW Mono |
| Display | 1.54″ / 3.91 cm Colour LCD (Backlit) |
| Memory Card Support | microSDHC (4 GB to 32 GB) microSDXC (64 GB to 1 TB) |
| Internal Storage | None |
| Special Features | None |
| Recording | |
| Audio File Formats | Recording: BWF, WAV, iXML |
| Sample Rates | WAV: 44.1 / 47.952 / 48 / 48.048 / 96 / 192 kHz (Record) |
| Bit Depth | 32-Bit (Recording) |
| Bit Rates | 24 to 32 kb/s |
| Signal Processing & FX | None |
| Timecode Support | Yes |
| Frame Rates Supported | 23.976 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 29.97 DF / 30 / 30 DF |
| Clock Accuracy | ±0.2 ppm |
| Included Software | None |
| Connectivity | |
| Analogue I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Female Line/Mic Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Mic Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Line Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone Output |
| Digital I/O | None |
| Phantom Power | +24 / 48 V |
| Phantom Power Current | 10 mA per Channel (Max) |
| Host Connection | 1 x USB-C (2.0) |
| Audio Interface Capability | Multi-Track |
| Performance | |
| Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +4 dBu Line Inputs: +24 dBu |
| Max Output Level | Line Outputs: +1 dBu |
| Headphone Output Power | 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance | Mic/Line Inputs: 3 Kilohms (Line Level, Mic Level) 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Inputs: 2 Kilohms (Mic Level) |
| EIN | -127 dBu |
| Microphone Sensitivity | -42 dB (X/Y) |
| Microphone Max SPL | 135 dB SPL (X/Y) |
| Power | |
| Power Options | Battery, USB Bus Power |
| Battery Type | 4 x AA (Not Included) |
| Approximate Battery Life | WAV 48 kHz/32-Bit: 18 Hours (AA Alkaline) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included) |
| Physical | |
| Included Accessories | Windscreen |
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