Purpose-built for recording, editing, and producing polished multi-person podcasts anywhere you go without the need for a computer, the Zoom PodTrak P8 is a portable multitrack podcast recorder that lets you quickly record up to six mics, handle 2 echo-free remote call-ins simultaneously, trigger sound samples, and provide separate headphone feeds for all your guests, all at the same time and with refreshing simplicity, thanks to the large full-color LCD touchscreen.
From the intuitive, tactile controls to the powerful audio processing and editing functions, the PodTrak P8 is well equipped to help you record, stream, and export pristine audio for complex panel podcasts. Dynamic and condenser mics, customizable sound pads, call-ins via your smartphone or computer, and independent headphone outs; the PodTrak P8 can manage everything you need a podcast production station to do.
Extra touches including per-channel tone controls, compression/de-essing, limiters, low-cut filters, and noise reduction—all stellar tools for achieving professional-sounding tracks, an integrated mix-minus function to prevent echo and feedback for remote guests, and multiple powering methods make the PodTrak P8 a truly powerful all-in-one solution for podcasting.
PodTrack P8 vs P4
How does the PodTrak P8 differ from the smaller PodTrak P4?
| Feature | Zoom PodTrak P8 | Zoom PodTrak P4 |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Designed for complex, multi-person podcast setups | Ideal for beginners or smaller podcast setups |
| Mic Inputs | 6 XLR mic inputs with up to 70 dB gain | 4 XLR mic inputs with up to 70 dB gain |
| Phantom Power | Yes, selectable +48V per channel | Yes, selectable +48V per channel |
| Headphone Outputs | 6 separate headphone outputs | 4 separate headphone outputs |
| Speaker Output | Yes | No |
| Touchscreen Display | 4.3″ full-color touchscreen | None – uses physical buttons and knobs |
| Sound Pads | 9 programmable sound pads | 4 programmable sound pads |
| Built-in Editing | Yes – full editing suite with cut, trim, etc., directly on device | No – editing must be done on external software |
| Storage | SD card slot (up to 512GB) | SD card slot (up to 512GB) |
| Battery Power | 4 AA batteries or USB-C power | 2 AA batteries or USB-C power |
| Remote Guests (Phone/USB) | Yes – supports call-ins and USB audio | Yes – mix-minus for call-ins via phone or USB |
| Use Without a Computer | Fully standalone – record, edit, and export on device | Record only – needs computer/software for editing/export |
| Overall Size & Portability | Larger, studio-style design | Compact and ultra-portable |
