Zoom PodTrack P4 Next Review: The REAL Truth About This Budget Recorder

In this video, I put the Zoom PodTrack P4 Next through its paces with a detailed audio testing session to see if this compact, budget-friendly podcast mixer is worth your investment in 2025. Whether you’re a beginner podcaster or looking for a simple 4-mic setup, the PodTrack P4 Next promises a lot, but does it deliver clean, professional sound? I tested the PodTrack P4 Next with multiple Rode Pod mics, checking out all the built-in features like EQ settings (tone), compressor, and the advanced AI noise reduction. You’ll hear real-time demos of each feature, both indoors and outdoors, as I walk through how each setting affects the audio quality. I also tested the headphone outputs and how the mixer handles sound bleed between mics during group recordings. One key takeaway is the preamp hiss—while the mixer is super easy to use and portable, the hiss can be noticeable, especially at higher gain levels. (This video is NOT sponsored) .. Zoom Official Website: https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/podtrak-recorders/podcast-recorders/podtrak-p4next/p4next-support/ Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. All Products and Gear Mentioned in this video 🟠Zoom Podtrak P4 Next – https://amzn.to/4ptj49a 🔵 Rode PodMic – https://amzn.to/4orrM75 =========================== Here are the ways to work with us here at CreateWithJay: ytubemoney123@gmail.com 0:00 Introduction – Budget Podcast Setup Overview 0:18 - Setup 0:53 Interface 1:22 Getting Mic Gain & Preamp Noise Test 2:34 Raw Sound Test: Interface + Mic 8:04 2-Mic Podcast Test 11:23 4 Person mic Podcast Test 13:53 Starbucks Podcast Test 16:29 Outdoor Test 18:17 4 person Podcast Test in studio 19:25 Computer Setup 24:15 Call Test: Plugged into Riverside.fm & OBS 26:40 Final Verdict: Pros & Cons of the Setup 28:13 Why I’d Choose a Higher-End Setup