ZOOM PodTrak P8 for Podcasting and Live Streaming: Recorder, Mixer, Audio Interface
ZOOM launched a new addition to its PodTrak line of recorders, the new PodTrak P8. This all-in-on mixing board, recorder, and USB audio interface features six XLR inputs, 9 sound pads (with 4 switchable banks), and an input for mobile devices to add remote guests. Its automatic mix minus feature also makes it easy to add remote guests. Let’s take a closer look and compare the PodTrak P8 to the RODECaster Pro - it’s most obvious competitor. We also talk a bit about how the P8 compares to the ZOOM LiveTrak L8.
If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. Our latest course is Sound for Live Streaming with the ATEM Mini.
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Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:
- ZOOM PodTrak P8 Podcast Recorder, Mixer, & USB Audio Interface - B&H
- RODECaster Pro Podcast Recorder, Mixer, & USB Audio Interface - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon
- SHURE SM7B dynamic broadcast microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon
- SHURE MV7 dynamic podcast/livestream microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon
- Electrovoice RE20 dynamic broadcast microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon
- Canon C200 cinema camera used for talking head shots - B&H
- Canon EF 24-105 f/4L Lens - B&H, Amazon
- Canon C70 cinema camera used for BTS shots - B&H
- Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L IS Lens - B&H, Amazon
- Panasonic GH5S camera overhead B-roll shots - B&H, Amazon
- Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens - B&H, Amazon
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