M3 MicTrak Shotgun Mic/Recorder
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Product Highlights
  • Supercardioid Pickup Pattern
  • 4 Recording Tracks
  • 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack / USB Type-C Connection
  • 1.5 W Max. Power
  • Lithium-Ion / NiMH Power Source
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Overview

M3 MicTrak Shotgun Mic/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.

Key Features:

  • Stereo Shotgun Microphone with 90 degree, 120 degree, 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

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.

Additional Features:

  • 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)

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 ambiance 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.

What's Included

M3 MicTrak
Shock Mount
Windscreen
Stereo Mini Cable for DSLR

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Product Specifications

M3 MicTrak Shotgun Mic/Recorder

Mid Mic (Mono Shotgun)

  
Directionality Supercardioid
Input Gain Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit used)
Max. Sound Pressure Input 133 dB SPL

Side Mic

  
Directionality Bidirectional
Input Gain Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit used)
Max. Sound Pressure Input 119 dB SPL

Line Out

  
Connector 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack
Max. Output Level +1.2 dBu (into 2 kΩ load)
Output Impedance 100 Ω

Phone Out

  
Connector 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack
Max. Output Level 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load)
Output Impedance 10 Ω

Recorder

  
Max. Simultaneous Recording Tracks 4
Max. 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

  
2x AA batteries Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH
AC Adapter ZOOM AD-17: DC 5 V/1 A
• USB bus power is supported.

Continuous Operation Time

  
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
Weight 135 g (4.7 oz)
Dimensions 7.1 x 20.1 x 3.8 cm (2.7 x 7.9 x 1.4")

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