Perfect Tracks. In One Take.
The M4 MicTrak 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.
WAV Watching
Keep an eye on all four tracks of your recording using the M4's color LCD with a real-time waveform display.
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.
High-Performance Inputs
The M4 has two XLR/TRS inputs that feature the same professional grade, low-noise preamps found in our flagship F-Series recorders.
Perfect Outputs
Connect the line output to your camera to record a backup or sync track to your video. Monitor your recording using the built-in headphone output.
One-Step Normalization
Save time in post production by using the on board NORMALIZE function to automatically raise or lower the volume of your recording to the optimal level without compressing the audio.
Monitoring Capability
Use the headphone output to monitor your recording or use the built in speaker for quick reference playback.
Six Seconds Of Safety
The PRERECORD function captures and saves six seconds of audio before you hit RECORD - perfect for unexpected starts.
Record All Day
With 19 hours of battery life, the M4 is ready to record whenever you need it.
RC4 Remote Control
Control your M4 from up to 5 meters away with the Zoom RC4 (sold separately).
32-Bit Float Audio Interface
The M4 can be used as a 32-bit float, 4-in/2-out audio interface.
Features:
4-Track 32-bit float recorder
Newly designed stereo X/Y microphones provide unmatched frequency response and clarity
Body construction, and specialized finish to reduce handling noise
2 XLR/TRS inputs with F-Series preamps
Color LCD Screen with waveform display
Timecode Generator with 3.5mm in/out
Onboard Normalization function
3.5mm headphone output plus 3.5mm stereo line output for camera connection
USB Interface compatible with PC, Mac, iOS, and Android (48 kHz at 24 or 32-bit Floatxx)
Use as an audio interface and record to SD card simultaneously
Runs on 4 AA batteriesx (18 hour battery life)
Specifications:
Inputs
Channels: 2 Built-in XY Mic + 2 XLR/TRS Combo Inputs
Built-in XY Microphones:
Mic Type: Unidirectional
Sensitivity: -42 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa)
Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits)
Max Sound Pressure Input: 135 dB SPL
External Mic Input:
Connector: 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini jack
Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary
Input Impedance: 2 k or more
XLR/TRS Inputs:
Connectors: XLR (2:HOT) / TRS combo jacks
Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary
Input Impedance:
MIC: 3 k or more
LINE: 3 k or more
Maximum Input Level:
MIC: +4 dBu
LINE: +24 dBu
Phantom Power: +24V / +48V, 10 mA max per channel
Equivalent Input Noise: 127 dBu or less (IHF-A)
Outputs
Line Out:
Connector: 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini jack
Max Output Level: +1 dBu
Headphone Out:
Connector: 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini jack
Max Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (32 load)
Built-In Speaker: 500 mW / 8 mono
Recording
Recording Media:
4GB-32GB microSDHC
64GB-1TB microSDXC
WAV Formats Supported:
44.1 / 47.952 / 48 / 48.048 / 96 / 192 kHz
32-bit float, mono/stereo
BWF and iXML compatible
Max Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 4 (2 XY + 2 XLR/TRS)
Timecode
Connector: 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini jack
Tip: IN, Ring: OUT
Modes:
Off
Int Free Run
Int Record Run
Int RTC Run
Ext
Frame Rates:
23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND
29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND, 30D
Precision: 0.2 ppm
Input Level Supported: 0.2-5.0 Vpp
Input Impedance: 4.6 k
Output Level: 3.3 Vpp
Output Impedance: 50 or less
Power
Battery: 4 × AA batteries
AC Adapter: Zoom AD-17 (DC 5V/1A)
USB Bus Power: Supported
Battery Life:
~18 hours (48 kHz / 32-bit float, 2ch recording, alkaline batteries)
Display
LCD: 1.54" Full Color Display (240 × 240)
Remote Control
Compatible with: RC2, RC4, RCH-5, RCH-6
USB
Connector: USB Type-C
Mass Storage Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
Audio Interface with Recording:
Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
Bit Rate: 24-bit / 32-bit float
Channels: 4 in / 2 out
What's in the box
1x M4 MicTrak Recorder
1x Windscreen
1x Quick Tour
