Zoom M3 Mictrak Best Portable Mid-Side Mic For Field Recording and On-Camera Audio?

Is the Zoom M3 MicTrak the ultimate portable mid-side microphone for field recording and on-camera audio? In this video I test out Zooms M3 stereo shotgun microphone to see if it could gain a place in your field bag. The Zoom M3 MicTrak combines a professional-grade stereo shotgun microphone with an onboard audio recorder featuring revolutionary 32-bit float recording technology. This means no more worrying about setting gain levels in the field – the M3 captures clip-free audio every single time, whether you're recording dialogue, ambient sound effects, or outdoor atmospheres. What I love about the Mictrak M3: ✅ 32-bit float recording (48kHz) – never clip audio again, no gain adjustment needed ✅ Mid-Side (M/S) stereo recording with switchable patterns: Mono, 90°, and 120° stereo width ✅ Records Mid-Side RAW backup files for flexible post-production stereo adjustment ✅ Camera-mountable design with shock mount for minimal handling noise ✅ Dual recording modes: internal recording to microSD card + direct output to camera ✅ 12-hour battery life on 2 AA batteries, USB-C power option ✅ Supports microSD cards up to 1TB for extended recording sessions ✅ M3 Edit and Play software included for adjusting stereo width in post-production - *Seems a bit buggy on Windows 10 If you're looking to upgrade your on-camera audio or you need a lightweight mic for field recording without carrying a backpack full of gear, the Zoom M3 MicTrak might be exactly what you need. 🔔 Subscribe for more audio gear reviews 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful 💬 Comment below with your questions about the Zoom M3 MicTrak #ZoomM3 #MicTrak #FieldRecording #32BitFloat #OnCameraAudio #FilmmakingGear #AudioForVideo #ShotgunMicrophone #ContentCreation #VideoProduction #DSLR #MirrorlessCamera #Vlogging #Documentary #Filmmaking #AudioRecorder #ProfessionalAudio #MidSideMic #StereoRecording #CameraAudio