Zoom | M4 | MicTrak | 4Ch 32-Bit Float Handheld Recorder

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. 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.

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. 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. Keep an eye on all four tracks of your recording using the M4’s colour LCD with a real-time waveform display.

The M4 was engineered to be the quietest handheld recorder ever. Its unique shock mounted X/Y mics and glossy finish significantly reduces handling noise, ensuring clean, clear audio, every time. 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.

The M4 has two XLR/TRS inputs that feature the same professional grade, low-noise preamps found in our flagship F-Series recorders. 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.

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. Use the headphone output to monitor your recording or use the built in speaker for quick reference playback.

The PRERECORD function captures and saves six seconds of audio before you hit RECORD - perfect for unexpected starts. With 18 hours of battery life, the M4 is ready to record whenever you need it. Control your M4 from up to 5 meters away with the Zoom RC4 (sold separately). 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
• New shock-mount system body construction, and specialised finish to reduce handling noise
• 2 XLR/TRS inputs with F-Series preamps
• Colour LCD Screen with waveform display
• Timecode Generator with 3.5mm in/out
• Onboard Normalisation 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 Float**)
• Use as an audio interface and record to SD card simultaneously
• Runs on 4 AA batteries* (19 hour battery life)
• Includes M4 MicTrak Recorder, Windscreen, Quick Tour