Zoom M4 MicTrak Recorder
Best portable recorder for creators seeking reliable, high fidelity audio.
This is the ultimate field companion for filmmakers who refuse to worry about clipping or syncing headaches. By pairing 32-bit float technology with a built-in timecode generator, it prioritizes bulletproof audio reliability over the bells and whistles of more complex, studio-bound interfaces.
$199.99
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Alto Music
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Who it's for
- Field recordists and videographers needing reliable, unclipped audio.
- Filmmakers and content creators working with multiple cameras.
- Documentary makers and journalists recording on location.
Who should skip it
- Audio engineers accustomed to traditional 24-bit recording workflows.
- Budget-conscious hobbyists seeking a basic portable recording solution.
- Users preferring large touchscreens for immediate, visual control.
Performance breakdown
Dynamic Range
32-bit float technology makes digital clipping virtually impossible to achieve.
Sync Precision
Integrated timecode generation simplifies professional video and audio alignment workflows.
Input Versatility
Dual XLR inputs provide essential flexibility for multi-source field recording.
Portability
Compact form factor fits easily into any filmmaker's mobile kit.
Battery Efficiency
Eighteen hours of continuous operation ensures reliability during long production days.
Interface Clarity
Full-color LCD display offers clear visibility for monitoring levels on location.
Key Specs
Built-in XY Mic
2 XLR/TRS Inputs
Max Sound Pressure Input
135 dB SPL
Recording Media
4GB–32GB microSDHC cards, 64GB–1TB microSDXC cards
Supported Formats
44.1/47.952/48/48.048/96/192kHz, 32-bit float, mono/stereo, BWF and iXML
Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks
4
Time Code Modes
Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext
Time Code Frame Rates
23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND, 30D
Power Supplies
4 AA batteries or ZOOM AD-17 AC Adapter (DC 5 V/1 A)
Display
1.54″ full color LCD (240 × 240)
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