Great job! The best part of that video was hearing you tell your son, "I love you." I just bought this unit last week but have yet to turn it on but will do so this weekend. I am inspired by what I've seen here.
Cool! Great testing and review, this box sounds very good, and compressor and limiter are so important for live podcasting, thank you for the work, and best wishes for your lovely family!
I'm thinking about getting this tool and use it with the yolobox pro. The plan is to get a descent set up to stream a little music show. Thanks for sharing your experience . From France, Duke.👍
I just bought this thank you for this review. This was the last piece of my podcast setup I’m so exciting !! I have a crazy last 2 years Divorce Pandemic and my cat dying has brought me to going all in on one of my dreams of creating a podcast!! Thank you and hope one day to maybe possible to a podcast with you !!!
I bought the Rodecaster Pro and it sounded terrible. They claim it is supposed to have studio-quality sound but it didn't sound like that at all. it was echoing so I sent it back. I am looking into getting the Zoom Podtrak 8 in the near future. Thanks for the review.
The sound quality from this podcast mixer is really good! I am looking for a review of this podcast mixer used as an audio interface and used to record music like playing the guitar and singing at the same time. Thanks for the nice review.
You're welcome. The Livetrak L8 has 1/4 inch inputs as well as XLR. If you're doing live music that may better suit your needs. I did a video on that mixer too. The Podtrak P8 is more catered to voice focused podcasting.
I see a lot of potential here but I wish they would have used hard buttons for the sound banks. That menu looks a little tight for an adult finger and the buttons would have made it much quicker!
I also see that when you record in multitrack it saves them each as a .wav which is a huge plus for someone like me who will be going back and editing in post. Rodecaster you can do that too but you have to convert the file first or use a program like Adobe Audition to record.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I think this is the one I'm going to go with. I'm building a studio for others to use. I'll probably get the Rodecaster for the house to have both
2 complaints with it. They should have integrated the Bluetooth and charge the extra $50 that they price the Bluetooth adapter separately. Out of convenience I would just pay the extra $50 for the rodecaster and don't have to worry about losing the adapter. 2) it looks extremely busy with the XLR on top especially if you have 6 mics and 6 headphones plugged in plus the Bluetooth adapter, plus the studio monitors (15 items). They should just copy the roadcaster and put them in the back. The rodecaster still looks like the updated version of the 2.
I agree with both of what you said. Integration of the Bluetooth would have still made it cheaper. And the Rodecaster Pro is definitely a better looking product. Better anesthetics
Hi, I know i am late to the party but great video. Question, how do you have your P8 connected to your video mixer. I know you commented on atem mini but I am not clear on the set up. If you can assist would be greatly helpful.
Hi, I actually run both into my PC separately. I use the Atem like my Webcam and the Podtrak P8 is used as my sound card for the mic and headphones/speakers. It works seamlessly. There is a way to connect it to the Atem but I'd recommend it only if you have the pro or above, but even them you may have better results just running both into a PC or Mac separately
Hey what’s up Harrison? How do you hook up your Sony a6600 to the zoom podcast p8 to the OSEE GOSTREAM? What gears would I need to have all these three work together? Sonya6600, Zoom Podcast p8, OSEE Gostream. Thanks
Did you use the compressor in this video? Does its setting has variety i.e. you can adjust attack and release? I'm considering buying zoom H6, but I wonder whether zoom podtrak p8 has more advanced settings for its compressor.
Another great video!!!! Very informative and you broke it down step by step. Do you have any video’s on microphones and computer’s to use for podcasting?? Thanks 💯💯
Wasn’t even interested in this particular piece of equipment was checking out the P4 and Zoom 8 however when I seen that it was my brother doing the review I had to click on it. Wasn’t expect this
I accidentally found this unit from your video. I have been researching units comparable to the Rode. Both are sufficient, but I actually need one with less inputs, as I will more than likely never have a 2nd person in house. Do you know of anything like that? And I'm also curious about the phone calls. What if you were hosting a live through something like streamyard where you have a co-host and a guest on the phone. Would everyone in the stream be able to hear the person on the phone and would the person on the phone be able to hear a co-host? Thanks in advance and great video
Hi @Strung Out Oudoors. This unit may be much if you don't need the extra inputs. Have you researched the GoXLR? They have one mic input and there are inputs for a mic and headphones that you can possibly use a splitter with. This does work with Streamyards with the panelists able to hear the phone call and the caller able to hear them. I have never used the GoXLR so I don't know much about it but I'd recommend researching that to see if that unit has a mix minus for phone calls.
Will this work with Windows so I can separate discord, spotify, OBS, etc?? I'm searching for a mixer that can do that, but also connect my phone and have the sound FX too for a live stream. Thanks for the great review.
Loved this video!!! I am so new that I haven't even ordered my equipment yet. One question I have is, what camera switcher do you use? I know that the Kilobytes are not high enough to support video, so I am wondering how you have your cameras and P8 hooked together? Hope this question made sense... Thank you in advance
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thank you sir for the fast reply. Definitely appreciate the information and video. I'm looking to get into podcasting with my daughter's. Just need to build my "studio" and equipment.
Greetings Mr. Harrison, I’ve just acquired the Zoom PodTrak P8. All-in-All it’s a good unit-save one issue I have a question about. While the preamp noise floor can be low (depending upon which dynamic / condenser mic is used), it can add quite a bit of noise when the compressor / de-esser is on. So… Q. Although there is 70dB of gain, have you tried using a ‘mic activator’ with a dynamic mic so the mic preamp gain can be lowered and, thus, when turning on the compressor / de-esser the noise won’t be so prominent? yYM
Are you referring when listening using the headphones? Those preamps are not so great but I found that even though the headphones sounded wonky the main audio feeds sounded crisp
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Sorry I wasn’t clear. I was inquiring about the noise with regards to the mic preamps. Best Practices is to get the cleanest recording between -9dB and -6dB before post processing so as to not have to chase those hissy noise floor gremlins. So, for example: All other things being equal, a dynamic mic with a sensitivity of, say, -59dB (like the Shure SM7B) is going contribute to a higher noise floor than, say, a mic with -48dB (like the Audio-Technica BP40). I.e., if using the BP40, you‘d need to set the pre-fader mic gain lower to get the same level in the 'Good' range. This translates to lower noise from the preamp. Now, when you add a compressor, it compresses any noise and, thus, the noise is now louder (more prominent) overall. My idea was to add an inline ‘mic activator’ so the initial mic gain setting is lower. Thus, when the compressor / de-esser is turned on, will there be far less noise added?
I've never done it but if you get 1/8 male trs to 1/8 male trs it should work, but I don't think that's the best option for quality. I would do that but still record to SD card and sync audio in post
Great review. We are starting a podcast and was looking at the zoom p4, p8 and rodecaster. What are your thoughts on the the p4? Btw, your phone call with your son sounds like one between my college son and myself.
@@TivianAnnette Really? The latency may be an internet connection. Were you doing the show prior to using the Podtrak P8? It can also be the servers from the platform you are using to distribute your show.
Hey .... quick question... been watching your reviews.... just got my P8 today and tested it out... I don’t have the bta-2 adapter... so I’m trying to use the cable options for calls... and I’m using an iPhone 12pro max. I can’t get any sound from trrs to trs rode cable... I’m obviously missing something. What cable are you using?thank you
Hi, the cable should have a trrs point on both sides to get the sound from both the in and out signals. If using a trrs to trs then it wouldn't work. Do you have a trrs to trrs cable handy?
The RCP mix-minus states: "The audio signal is routed so that phone callers hear everything but their own voices" so that means that your guesses actually can hear the sound pad and everything else except themselves.... So.... Why do you say the opposite?
I had to make sure. The Zoom Livetrak L8 does not allow callers to hear. If you watch more you'll see I tested it and it worked. The P8 does allow the callers to hear the soundpad. Watch more and you'll see the test
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Oh dear, you are right! I thought you meant the Rodecaster Pro... I have both products in mind, the Rodercaster pro (RCP) and this one from Zoom. Cheers! Great vid!
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I get horrible static in my headphones when my galaxy 20 is near the equipment. It doesn't get recorded but it still is annoying.
@Bro.Jerome It's a long story, but to try to make it short. In 2009 my son's mother left us and when the divorce was final I was asked to resign. I haven't served as a pastor in an official capacity since, but serve my local church whenever I'm needed. I would love to pastor one day but not have 100% of my salary from my service as a pastor.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I Just finished my bible college and im becoming a Pastor. But I just started aPodcast as well in order to reach others. I grew up in the streets and want to reach others who were raise in the same atmosphere I grew up in. But the goal is to reach everyone!
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Great job! The best part of that video was hearing you tell your son, "I love you." I just bought this unit last week but have yet to turn it on but will do so this weekend. I am inspired by what I've seen here.
Great video, very informative and more practical than others. Keep it up
The Rodecaster Pro doesn't have any noise on the headphones. Very clean.
Just placed that order for that P8. God Is Good All The Time!!!
@@Bro.Jerome Awesome
Amazing your channel!
Thank you so much!
Cool! Great testing and review, this box sounds very good, and compressor and limiter are so important for live podcasting, thank you for the work, and best wishes for your lovely family!
Thank you. Thanks for watching
I'm thinking about getting this tool and use it with the yolobox pro. The plan is to get a descent set up to stream a little music show. Thanks for sharing your experience . From France, Duke.👍
Sweet. Between this and the Rodecaster Pro you won't go wrong
I just bought this thank you for this review. This was the last piece of my podcast setup I’m so exciting !! I have a crazy last 2 years Divorce Pandemic and my cat dying has brought me to going all in on one of my dreams of creating a podcast!! Thank you and hope one day to maybe possible to a podcast with you !!!
Wow you looks like have a good quality of podcast mixer and looks the sounds really good especially when you try it
very clean sounding unit. I've been on the fence about which I may consider purchasing but leaning heavily towards the P8
I bought the Rodecaster Pro and it sounded terrible. They claim it is supposed to have studio-quality sound but it didn't sound like that at all. it was echoing so I sent it back. I am looking into getting the Zoom Podtrak 8 in the near future. Thanks for the review.
You're welcome. Let me know what you think about the P8
I love your set up. You should do a video on how obs worked for you on this video. Would be cool. Also good content
Thanks for the idea, I'll work on that. I appreciate it
@@HarrisonFamilyValues legit man! Check out my podcast when you get a chance
I’m impressed with the sound of this video! I’m not techie but I enjoyed this!!
The sound quality from this podcast mixer is really good! I am looking for a review of this podcast mixer used as an audio interface and used to record music like playing the guitar and singing at the same time. Thanks for the nice review.
You're welcome. The Livetrak L8 has 1/4 inch inputs as well as XLR. If you're doing live music that may better suit your needs. I did a video on that mixer too. The Podtrak P8 is more catered to voice focused podcasting.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Thanks for the reply and recommendation.
Great real world review! Thanks for sharing
This was very informative. Thanks for sharing. Can you show how you made your intro countdown and the outro?
Great overview. Thank you!!
I see a lot of potential here but I wish they would have used hard buttons for the sound banks. That menu looks a little tight for an adult finger and the buttons would have made it much quicker!
Great Video 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
You don’t need an adapter to move the audio to your computer. You can hook it directly to your computer using the included usb cord.
Yuppp and its plug and play. It will come up as a sound and mic option
I also see that when you record in multitrack it saves them each as a .wav which is a huge plus for someone like me who will be going back and editing in post. Rodecaster you can do that too but you have to convert the file first or use a program like Adobe Audition to record.
Yep. Both great mixers. You won't go wrong with either but you'll go right with price with the Podtrak P8
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I think this is the one I'm going to go with. I'm building a studio for others to use. I'll probably get the Rodecaster for the house to have both
Just watching this video compared to me working with the Rodecaster... Rodecaster is the winner! Way more user friendly
Great vid. This machine is impressive.
It's a great machine and is certainly a competitor to the Rodecaster Pro. Are you in the market for a mixer?
Thank you so much!
You're welcome
Question:Can you put a link for the type of Sd card for this item..
Sure, here is one that would work.. amzn.to/3f9VdcP
Hi congratulations for the review. Is it posible to connect my phone via bluetooth as well?
The P8 doesn't have Bluetooth built-in but they do have an adapter for $50 and it still ends up cheaper than the Rodecaster Pro
2 complaints with it. They should have integrated the Bluetooth and charge the extra $50 that they price the Bluetooth adapter separately. Out of convenience I would just pay the extra $50 for the rodecaster and don't have to worry about losing the adapter. 2) it looks extremely busy with the XLR on top especially if you have 6 mics and 6 headphones plugged in plus the Bluetooth adapter, plus the studio monitors (15 items). They should just copy the roadcaster and put them in the back. The rodecaster still looks like the updated version of the 2.
I agree with both of what you said. Integration of the Bluetooth would have still made it cheaper. And the Rodecaster Pro is definitely a better looking product. Better anesthetics
I’m buying this
It's a great machine fam
I didn`t knew about this one. i just ordered the Zoom LiveTrak L-12 waiting for it to come this week. can you upload beats en make a song on it?
Hi, I know i am late to the party but great video. Question, how do you have your P8 connected to your video mixer. I know you commented on atem mini but I am not clear on the set up. If you can assist would be greatly helpful.
Hi, I actually run both into my PC separately. I use the Atem like my Webcam and the Podtrak P8 is used as my sound card for the mic and headphones/speakers. It works seamlessly. There is a way to connect it to the Atem but I'd recommend it only if you have the pro or above, but even them you may have better results just running both into a PC or Mac separately
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thank you so much for the quick reply and helpful feedback.
*Are you using zoom with Rode? You have to have Electro voice RE20, for you voice is the best*
What's Electro Voice RE20?
Yes I'm the Podtrak P8 with the Rode Podmic
@@HarrisonFamilyValues *The best for guys with nice voice, is for professional working in the radio station*
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Here n my other channel, I compare Podmic vs RE20 vs SM7 vs Neumann U87Ai and I compare too the Zoom P8 vs Rodecaster
@@EscueladePodcast checking it out now
Hey what’s up Harrison? How do you hook up your Sony a6600 to the zoom podcast p8 to the OSEE GOSTREAM? What gears would I need to have all these three work together? Sonya6600, Zoom Podcast p8, OSEE Gostream. Thanks
Did you use the compressor in this video? Does its setting has variety i.e. you can adjust attack and release? I'm considering buying zoom H6, but I wonder whether zoom podtrak p8 has more advanced settings for its compressor.
Hi, I didn't use a compressor. Will you be using a device for podcasting primarily?
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I will use it for videoconferencing. I guess it's same as podcasting in terms of setting up the gears
Another great video!!!! Very informative and you broke it down step by step. Do you have any video’s on microphones and computer’s to use for podcasting?? Thanks 💯💯
I don't yet but thanks for recommending those. I will try to shoot videos about microphones and computers for podcasting.
Wasn’t even interested in this particular piece of equipment was checking out the P4 and Zoom 8 however when I seen that it was my brother doing the review I had to click on it. Wasn’t expect this
Yoooooooooo Thanks for watching fam. Do you have a podcast?
I accidentally found this unit from your video. I have been researching units comparable to the Rode. Both are sufficient, but I actually need one with less inputs, as I will more than likely never have a 2nd person in house. Do you know of anything like that? And I'm also curious about the phone calls. What if you were hosting a live through something like streamyard where you have a co-host and a guest on the phone. Would everyone in the stream be able to hear the person on the phone and would the person on the phone be able to hear a co-host?
Thanks in advance and great video
Hi @Strung Out Oudoors. This unit may be much if you don't need the extra inputs. Have you researched the GoXLR? They have one mic input and there are inputs for a mic and headphones that you can possibly use a splitter with. This does work with Streamyards with the panelists able to hear the phone call and the caller able to hear them. I have never used the GoXLR so I don't know much about it but I'd recommend researching that to see if that unit has a mix minus for phone calls.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Thanks, I'll give it a look.
I'm just trying to find one to buy. But everyone is out of stock
Mannnn. Have you tried Adorama.com?
Will this work with Windows so I can separate discord, spotify, OBS, etc?? I'm searching for a mixer that can do that, but also connect my phone and have the sound FX too for a live stream.
Thanks for the great review.
Thank you
You're welcome
hey, can you use the usb c as an additional power (attach a power bank) source to do podcasting outdoors, in case those double AA's run out of juice??
Loved this video!!! I am so new that I haven't even ordered my equipment yet. One question I have is, what camera switcher do you use? I know that the Kilobytes are not high enough to support video, so I am wondering how you have your cameras and P8 hooked together? Hope this question made sense... Thank you in advance
Hi, thanks for the comment
I use the Podtrak P8 just for audio and use the Atem Mini as my video switcher. I use a Sony a6400 and Sony a6600
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thank you sir for the fast reply. Definitely appreciate the information and video. I'm looking to get into podcasting with my daughter's. Just need to build my "studio" and equipment.
@@w6srf that's dope. I would love to subscribe to your podcast
when I restart the P8 the Date and Time are not saved - is there a way to save it?
Yes, when you set it make sure you turn it off and on first from the back then shut down the computer. The settings will save that way
ok I will try that thanks!!@@HarrisonFamilyValues
@@saintwolfvision let me know if that worked
Great
Greetings Mr. Harrison,
I’ve just acquired the Zoom PodTrak P8. All-in-All it’s a good unit-save one issue I have a question about.
While the preamp noise floor can be low (depending upon which dynamic / condenser mic is used), it can add quite a bit of noise when the compressor / de-esser is on. So…
Q. Although there is 70dB of gain, have you tried using a ‘mic activator’ with a dynamic mic so the mic preamp gain can be lowered and, thus, when turning on the compressor / de-esser the noise won’t be so prominent?
yYM
Are you referring when listening using the headphones? Those preamps are not so great but I found that even though the headphones sounded wonky the main audio feeds sounded crisp
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Sorry I wasn’t clear. I was inquiring about the noise with regards to the mic preamps. Best Practices is to get the cleanest recording between -9dB and -6dB before post processing so as to not have to chase those hissy noise floor gremlins.
So, for example:
All other things being equal, a dynamic mic with a sensitivity of, say, -59dB (like the Shure SM7B) is going contribute to a higher noise floor than, say, a mic with -48dB (like the Audio-Technica BP40). I.e., if using the BP40, you‘d need to set the pre-fader mic gain lower to get the same level in the 'Good' range. This translates to lower noise from the preamp.
Now, when you add a compressor, it compresses any noise and, thus, the noise is now louder (more prominent) overall. My idea was to add an inline ‘mic activator’ so the initial mic gain setting is lower. Thus, when the compressor / de-esser is turned on, will there be far less noise added?
How do you hook up cameras to this machine?
No really, how do you set cameras up?😂
I've never done it but if you get 1/8 male trs to 1/8 male trs it should work, but I don't think that's the best option for quality. I would do that but still record to SD card and sync audio in post
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thanks you, I appreciate the reply.
Great review. We are starting a podcast and was looking at the zoom p4, p8 and rodecaster. What are your thoughts on the the p4? Btw, your phone call with your son sounds like one between my college son and myself.
I'm trying to figure out how to configure mine with RadioDJ without latency!!!🤦🤦
There is latency? How bad is it? What are the specs in the system (mac/pc) that you are using?
It's about a 30-45 sec delay... I'm not sure how to find the specs I'm still new to radio
@@TivianAnnette Really? The latency may be an internet connection. Were you doing the show prior to using the Podtrak P8? It can also be the servers from the platform you are using to distribute your show.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I finally figured it out and got it working properly now!! It works like a charm!!! Super satisfied with the product
merci beaucoup.👍
hi! How can i use the podtrak p8 with obs?
You can use the podtrak p8 with obs by adding it as a sound source
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thank u bro!
@@Karacengiz81 you're welcome
Hey .... quick question... been watching your reviews.... just got my P8 today and tested it out... I don’t have the bta-2 adapter... so I’m trying to use the cable options for calls... and I’m using an iPhone 12pro max. I can’t get any sound from trrs to trs rode cable... I’m obviously missing something. What cable are you using?thank you
Hi, the cable should have a trrs point on both sides to get the sound from both the in and out signals. If using a trrs to trs then it wouldn't work. Do you have a trrs to trrs cable handy?
@@HarrisonFamilyValues no all have at the moment are Røde cables that came with or I bought for my Røde mics. I’m gonna try the usb-c to phone next.
@@DJTailSpin96 I ordered a pair of trrs cables and it works perfectly. Let me know how the USB option works
@@HarrisonFamilyValues i sure will
The RCP mix-minus states: "The audio signal is routed so that phone callers hear everything but their own voices" so that means that your guesses actually can hear the sound pad and everything else except themselves.... So.... Why do you say the opposite?
I had to make sure. The Zoom Livetrak L8 does not allow callers to hear. If you watch more you'll see I tested it and it worked. The P8 does allow the callers to hear the soundpad. Watch more and you'll see the test
@@HarrisonFamilyValues Oh dear, you are right! I thought you meant the Rodecaster Pro... I have both products in mind, the Rodercaster pro (RCP) and this one from Zoom. Cheers! Great vid!
@@arriagatwo777 Let me know which one you get.
Great review, how long can each sample/fx be?
Hey, thanks for your comment. It can be as long as you want it. It can be an soundfx or a full song
Does it have a compressor? Or big bottom? Nice review!
Yes for compressor and not sure about big bottom. I'll now be checking on that.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues compressor is good enough. I'm loving your comprehensive and thorough reviews.
What do you use for video mixing and switching
?
I used Streamlabs OBS but I want to get the Atem Mini. Streamlabs is sometimey and causes a strain on my cpu
🔥
Do you get terrible feedback when your phone is near?
None, there's no feedback at all
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I get horrible static in my headphones when my galaxy 20 is near the equipment. It doesn't get recorded but it still is annoying.
@@TheShortShop I'm going to test it out tonight
@@HarrisonFamilyValues thank you!!!
@@HarrisonFamilyValues did you notice anything? And also did you install the new firmware?
Cannot understand why inbuilt Bluetooth is that expensive nowadays... Even low ended phones have it
I’ve heard other tests of this board and this channel always makes it sound horrible. Gain hiss, the sound seems distorted.
Why are you no longer a Pastor??
@Bro.Jerome It's a long story, but to try to make it short. In 2009 my son's mother left us and when the divorce was final I was asked to resign. I haven't served as a pastor in an official capacity since, but serve my local church whenever I'm needed. I would love to pastor one day but not have 100% of my salary from my service as a pastor.
@@HarrisonFamilyValues I Just finished my bible college and im becoming a Pastor. But I just started aPodcast as well in order to reach others. I grew up in the streets and want to reach others who were raise in the same atmosphere I grew up in. But the goal is to reach everyone!
@@Bro.Jerome Where can I find your podcast?
Too much sibilance voice. In my opinion.
Zoom are so cheap, not even a cable? Even the F6, nothing in the box, not even a cheap case..