Zoom Livetrak L6max

A 12-channel digital mixer & multi-track recorder designed for musicians, podcasters, and live performers. Compact, battery-powered, yet offers the power of a full mixer.

Key Features

  • 4 combo MIC/LINE inputs (2 with Hi-Z).
  • 8 line (TS) inputs.
  • -20 dB PAD on channels 5-8 for hot synths or Eurorack signals.
  • Records up to 14 simultaneous tracks (12 individual + stereo mix) directly to microSD.
  • Overdubbing and track bouncing with undo.
  • AI noise reduction to suppress hum, hiss, and background noise.
  • 32-bit float recording (channels 1-4 use dual A/D converters).
  • 3-band EQ per channel (Low, sweepable Mid, High).
  • Built-in effects (Reverb, Delay, Echo, master compressor).
  • USB audio interface (14-in / 4-out, 32-bit float / 24-bit).
  • Two headphone outputs + Sub-Out mix.
  • OLED display for high contrast visibility.
  • Scene memories (4), sound pads, MIDI I/O, aux sends, optional Eurorack adapter.
  • Powered by 4×AA batteries, USB, or AC adapter.
  • Battery life: up to ~5 hours (with lithium AAs, phantom power off).
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Comparison: LiveTrak L6 vs LiveTrak L6max

FeatureLiveTrak L6LiveTrak L6max
Channels / Inputs10 (2 combo + 4 stereo line)12 (4 combo + 8 line)
Max Recording Tracks12 (10 discrete + stereo mix)14 (12 discrete + stereo mix)
PAD on line inputsNoYes (-20 dB on channels 5-8)
32-bit floatYes, all channelsYes, with dual A/D on channels 1-4
AI Noise ReductionNoYes
Monitoring outputsOne headphone, master, auxTwo headphones, Sub-Out, master, aux
USB Interface12-in / 4-out14-in / 4-out
EffectsReverb, delay, echoReverb, delay, echo, comp, EQ, FX
Scene Memory3 scenes4 scenes
Weight & Size223×114×46.5 mm, 526 g284×114×46.5 mm, 673 g
ReleaseSeptember 2024Available October 2025
Price~$299 / €379 / £289 / ~AU$460~$400 USD

Link: https://zoomcorp.com/en/jp/digital-mixer-multi-track-recorders/digital-mixer-recorders/livetrak-l6max/