Zoom M3 MicTrak Shotgun Microphone/Recorder

PICTURE PERFECT SOUND.
IN ONE TAKE.
The M3 MicTrak gives filmmakers the ability to elevate their content with pristine audio. This on-camera stereo microphone / recorder captures every sonic nuance with 32-bit float recording.

32-BIT FLOAT RECORDING
The M3 captures clip-free audio, every time. With 32-bit float recording, there's no need to set gain. Whether it’s dialogue, sound effects or outdoor ambience, you’ll always get the perfect take.

RUN-AND-GUN READY
Quickly shift from scene to scene with the M3 attached to the camera of your choice. Its specially designed shock mount keeps your setup lightweight and ensures minimal handling noise.

STEREO AND MONO MODES
Easily switch between mono and stereo modes. Mono mode is optimal for capturing dialogue. 90º gives an accurate, transparent stereo capture. 120º provides a generous stereo capture ideal for ambience or sound effects.

MORE FLEXIBILITY IN POST
The M3 always saves a backup Mid-Side RAW file, giving you the flexibility to adjust the stereo width of your recording in post.

BACKUP YOUR RECORDING
Use the M3’s 3.5mm stereo output to connect to your camera and record a backup. This is especially helpful when syncing your audio to video.

STREAMLINING POST PRODUCTION
With the M3 Edit and Play software, you can adjust the stereo width of your recording and normalize your files to prepare them for syncing and editing.

USB MICROPHONE
Connect the USB-C port to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device to use the M3 as a USB mic for streaming or recording.

MONITOR & PLAYBACK
Use the 3.5mm headphone output to monitor your recording.

FOR ALL-DAY SHOOTS
With SDXC card support up to 1TB and 12-hour AA battery life, the M3 can keep your sound powered during long production days.

Key Features

• Stereo Shotgun Microphone with 90-degree, 120 degrees, and MONO
• Built in 32-bit float recorder
• Records additional Mid-Side RAW file for post-production stereo adjustment
• Includes custom Zoom Shock Mount
• Lo cut filter
• Camera mounted or grip mounted
• 3.5mm stereo line output for camera connection
• 3.5mm headphone output
• Companion Edit & Play software to adjust stereo width and normalize recorded files
• Records to SDXC cards
• USB Microphone compatible with PC and Mac
• Runs on 2 AA batteries* (12-hour battery life)

Technical Specifications

INPUTS
Mid mic (Mono shotgun)
Directionality
Super cardioid
Input gain
Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit used)
Maximum sound pressure input
133 dB SPL
Side mic
Directionality
Bidirectional
Input gain
Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit used)
Maximum sound pressure input
119 dB SPL
OUTPUTS
LINE OUT
Connector
3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Maximum output level
+1.2 dBu (into 2 kΩ load)
Output impedance
100 Ω
PHONE OUT
Connector
3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Maximum output level
20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load)
Output impedance
10 Ω
RECORDER
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks
4
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks
2
Recording format
WAV
48 kHz, 32-bit float stereo
BWF format supported
Recording media
4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
64GB-1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification
USB
Connector
USB Type-C
Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
USB mic
USB 2.0 High Speed
48 kHz, 24-bit
2-in/2-out
File transfer
USB 2.0 High Speed
POWER
2 AA batteries
Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH
AC adapter
ZOOM AD-17: DC 5 V/1 A
USB bus power is supported.
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIME USING BATTERIES
Alkaline batteries
About 12 hours
NiMH batteries (1900 mAh)
About 11 hours
Lithium batteries
About 21 hours
Rated current
Batteries: 234 mA
USB bus power / DC 5V power supply: 186 mA
Power consumption
1.5 W maximum
Dimensions
71.6 mm (W) x 201.3 mm (D) x 38 mm (H)
Weight (including batteries)
135 g