Zoom M4 MicTrak 4-Track Handheld Recorder

PERFECT TRACKS.
IN ONE TAKE.
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.

CLIP-FREE 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.

ROLLING… AND… ACTION!
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.

MAKE GREAT SOUNDING MUSIC VIDEOS
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.

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

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

TIMECODE ONBOARD
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.

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

PERFECT OUTPUTS
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.

ONE-STEP NORMALIZATION
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.

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

SIX SECONDS OF SAFETY
The PRERECORD function captures and saves six seconds of audio before you hit RECORD - perfect for unexpected starts.

RECORD ALL DAY
With 18 hours of battery life, the M4 is ready to record whenever you need it.

RC4 REMOTE CONTROL
Control your M4 from up to 5 meters away with the Zoom RC4 (sold separately).

32-BIT FLOAT AUDIO INTERFACE
The M4 can be used as a 32-bit float, 4-in/2-out audio interface.

Key Features

• 4-Track 32-bit float recorder
• Newly designed stereo X/Y microphones provide unmatched frequency response and clarity
• Body construction, and specialized finish to reduce handling noise
• 2 XLR/TRS inputs with F-Series preamps
• Color LCD Screen with waveform display
• Timecode Generator with 3.5mm in/out
• Onboard Normalization 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* (18-hour battery life)

Technical Specifications

INPUTS
CHANNELS
2 (BUILT IN XY MIC) + 2(XLR/TRS INPUTS)
MIC INPUT
MIC TYPE
Unidirectional
SENSITIVITY
-42 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
INPUT GAIN
Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits used)
MAX SOUND PRESSURE INPUT
135 dB SPL
EXT MIC INPUT
CONNECTORS
1/8” stereo mini jack
INPUT GAIN
Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits used)
INPUT IMPEDANCE
2 kΩ or more
XLR/TRS INPUTS
CONNECTORS
XLR (2: HOT)/TRS combo jacks
INPUT GAIN
Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits used)
INPUT IMPEDANCE
MIC: 3 kΩ or more LINE: 3 kΩ or more
MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL
MIC: +4 dBu LINE: +24 dBu
PHANTOM POWER
+24/+48V 10mA maximum for each channel
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE
-127 dBu or less (IHF-A)
OUTPUTS
LINE OUT
CONNECTOR
1/8” stereo mini jack
MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL
+1 dBu
HEADPHONE
CONNECTOR
1/8” stereo mini jack
MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL
20 mW +20 mW(32 Ω load)
BUILT-IN SPEAKER
500mW/8Ω mono speaker
RECORDING
RECORDING MEDIA
4GB-32GB microSDHC cards 64GB-1TB microSDXC cards
WAV
SUPPORTED FORMATS
-44.1/47.952/48/48.048/96/192kHz -32-bit float -mono/stereo -BWF and iXML
MAXIMUM SIMULTANEOUS RECORDING TRACKS
4 (2 BUILT IN XY MIC + 2 XLR/TRS INPUTS)
TIME CODE
CONNECTOR
1/8” stereo mini jack (Tip: IN, Ring: OUT)
MODES
Off Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run Ext
FRAME RATES
23.976ND 24ND 25ND 29.97ND 29.97D 30ND 30D
PRECISION
±0.2 ppm
SUPPORTED INPUT LEVELS
0.2 - 5.0 Vpp
INPUT IMPEDANCE
4.6 kΩ
OUTPUT LEVEL
3.3 Vpp
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
50 Ω or less
POWER SUPPLIES
BATTERIES
4 AA
AC ADAPTER
ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A)
USB bus power is supported.
DISPLAY
LCD
1.54” full color (240 x 240)
REMOTE
INPUT
RC2/RC4/RCH-5/RCH-6
USB
CONNECTOR
USB Type-C
MASS STORAGE
CLASS
USB 2.0 High Speed
AUDIO INTERFACE WITH REC
CLASS
USB 2.0 High Speed
SAMPLING RATE
48kHz
BIT RATE
24-bit/32-bit float
CHANNELS
4 in/2 out
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIME USING BATTERIES
48 KHZ/32-BIT FLOAT, 2CH RECORDING TO MICROSDHC CARD
Alkaline batteries: about 18 hours
INCLUDED
Quick Guide
Windscreen