Zoom M3 Stereo 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.

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.

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 & Mono Modes
Easily switch between mono and stereo modes. Mono mode is optimal for capturing dialogue. 90 gives an accurate, transparent stereo capture. 120 provides a generous stereo capture ideal for ambience or sound effects.

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
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 batteriesx (12 hour battery life)

xBatteries not included

Specifications:

Inputs
Mid Mic (Mono Shotgun):
Directionality: Super Cardioid
Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit)
Max Sound Pressure Input: 133 dB SPL
Side Mic:
Directionality: Bidirectional
Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuit)
Max Sound Pressure Input: 119 dB SPL

Outputs
Line Out:
Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Max Output Level: +1.2 dBu (into 2 k load)
Output Impedance: 100
Phone Out:
Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Max Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32 load)
Output Impedance: 10

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:
microSDHC: 4 GB - 32 GB
microSDXC: 64 GB - 1 TB

USB
Connector: USB Type-C
USB Mic:
USB 2.0 High Speed
48 kHz / 24-bit
2-in / 2-out
File Transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed

Power
Battery Types:
2 × AA (Alkaline, Lithium, NiMH rechargeable)
AC Adapter: Zoom AD-17 (DC 5 V / 1 A)
USB Bus Power: Supported
Rated Current:
Batteries: 234 mA
USB / DC Power: 186 mA
Power Consumption: Max 1.5 W
Battery Life (Approximate)
Alkaline: ~12 hours
NiMH (1900 mAh): ~11 hours
Lithium: ~21 hours

Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 71.6 mm (W) × 201.3 mm (D) × 38 mm (H)
Weight (with batteries): 135 g

What's in the box
1x M3 MicTrak
1x Shock Mount
1x Windscreen
1x Stereo Mini Cable for DSLR
1x Quick Tour