Zoom PodTrak P2 review. Is the PodTrak P2 the best small format audio interface? In this review I cover all the features and functionality of the Zoom PodTrak P2. From the PodTrak P2’s onboard DSP, to its battery continuous use rating, it’s all covered.
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You can power the PodTrak P2 either by battery or by USB cable.
The battery ratings are as follows:
Alkaline batteries: About 3.5 hours
NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): About 5 hours
Lithium batteries: About 10 hours
While Zoom has a small list of compatible USB mics listed, the PodTrak P2 is said to work with 99% of USB microphones (Zoom’s own words).
TIMESTAMPS:
00:19 PodTrak P2 Price & Overview
02:14 Build Quality
02:41 Layout
04:05 Why Did Zoom Choose USB Mics Theories
05:47 AI Noise Reduction Before
06:00 AI Noise Reduction After
06:17 Mute Button
06:32 Compressor
07:22 Tone
08:10 Pros
11:09 Cons
12:55 Nitpicks
PODTRAK P2 COMPATIBILITY LISTS:
PodTrak P2 SD Card Compatibility List: https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3640/P2_compatible_cards_E.pdf
PodTrak P2 USB Mic Compatibility List:
https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3641/P2_compatible_USBmics_EN4.pdf
PodTrak P2 Audio Recording Software Compatibility List:
https://zoomcorp.com/documents/2119/PCR_DAW_compatibility_2025MAR_E.pdf
PodTrak P2 Compatible Android Devices and Software:
https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3674/P2_CompatibleAndroidDevices-and-Software_E.pdf.pdf
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