The Zoom PodTrak P4next is a portable multitrack podcast recorder. It features AI noise reduction, tone shaping, and built-in voice compression.
It looks to be a good solution whether you’re in the studio, on the road, or recording with remote guests.
Key features
- 4 XLR mic inputs with up to +70 dB of clean gain
- AI Noise Reduction that adapts to your environment
- Tone + Compressor buttons for polished, consistent sound
- Dual remote call-in options via TRRS, Bluetooth, or USB
- 4 headphone outputs with individual volume control
- Sound pads for music, intros, and effects
- 48 kHz / 24-bit recording to SD card (up to 2 TB)
- Voice Guidance system for blind & low-vision creators
- Compact, battery-powered design for podcasting anywhere
AI noise reduction is claimed to learn and remove hums, buzzes, and street noise. The tone-shaping feature applies EQ and de-essing, while the built-in compressor smooths sudden shouts, laughter, and whispers.
Four XLR inputs deliver up to +70 dB of gain, with 48V phantom power available on every channel. For working remotely in the field, the PodTrak P4next features versatile power options that let you record anywhere for up to 3.5 hours on two AA batteries or via USB from a mobile battery, bus power, or AC adapter.
Users can host up to five participants by using three mic inputs and two remote guests via USB, Bluetooth, or TRRS smartphone input. Built-in mix-minus automatically removes echo and feedback. (Requires BTA-2 Bluetooth adapter for Bluetooth.)
Four headphone outputs with independent volume controls give everyone at the table their own mix. Backlit transport controls handle record and playback; dedicated mic volume knobs for mixing; mute buttons to eliminate unwanted noise; and an easy-to-read screen shows level meters and settings. Voice guidance provides audible menu descriptions through your headphones.
You can record in 48 kHz / 24-bit, and there is the added ability to connect directly to your phone for audio on your videos.
Users can cue up music, effects, or intros with four assignable sound pads. Connected via USB-C, the P4next works as a plug-and-play stereo interface for streaming or recording on PC, Mac, iOS, or Android, with full multitrack capability when needed.
Save a ready-to-publish stereo mix and capture each channel individually, all straight to a microSD card up to 2TB.
Pricing & Availability
The Zoom PodTrak P4next is available to pre-order for $179.99 USD.
