Zoom LiveTrak L6max Mixer & Digital Audio Recorder

We say...

One of the most popular compact mixer/recorders of recent times now has a big brother! Compared to the original LiveTrak L6, the LiveTrack L6max offers two additional channels with XLR/combi jack input, an OLED screen, AI noise reduction, a second headphone jack plus -20dB pads on inputs 5-8 for handling hot modular-level signals. Another winner, we reckon.

Manufacturer's description

Big Mixer Energy: The LiveTrak L6max is packed with all the features you’d expect from a full-size mixer, plus a multi-track recorder. It’s compact, battery powered, and ready to be the centerpiece of your live show, rehearsal or podcast.

Small Enough for a Duo, Big Enough for a Band: Whether you are a full-band, an acoustic duo or a solo performer, the L6max is ready. With 4 combo inputs (including 2 with Hi-Z) and 8 line inputs, its 12 channels offer the flexibility you need for any session.

Custom Monitoring Options: Two headphone outputs with one customizable Sub-Out mix let you monitor exactly what you need, wherever you are on stage.

High-Output Ready: Channels 5–8 include a -20 dB PAD switch so you can handle loud sources such as vintage synths and Eurorack modules. No attenuator required.

OLED Display: The high-contrast OLED display helps you create projects and adjust settings with ease.

14 Tracks of Recording: Capture up to 12 individual tracks plus a stereo mix directly to SD cards up to 2TB. Projects can be saved and recalled for mixing anytime.

Unlimited Overdubbing: You can mix and bounce tracks to the dedicated ‘bounce track’’ freeing up additional channels to keep adding layers. If the bounce doesn’t hit the mark, ‘undo’ it and try again. Even after a bounce Individual files are saved to the SD card for future mixing.

AI Noise Reduction: Turn on AI Noise Reduction and let the L6max intelligently remove hum, hiss, and background noise - while preserving every detail of your voice and instruments.

Let’s Get Loud: For huge drums and loud guitar solos, the L6max records clip-free audio in 32-bit float. Channels 1-4 have dual AD converters, keeping mic signals pristine across extreme dynamics.

3-Band EQ for Every Channel: Dial in the perfect tone with LOW, HIGH, and MID EQ on each channel

Onboard Effects: Build the perfect mix with onboard effects including Reverb, Delay, and Echo. Use the TAP key to set delay times.

Advanced Compressor: The master track compressor adds punch and saturation to your mix. With 32-bit float the audio will never clip, even at high volumes.

Easily Record with your Smartphone or Computer: The L6Max can be used as a 32-bit float 12-in / 4-out USB audio interface for your computer, iOS, or Android device while recording simultaneously to the microSD card. It’s also a control surface for your favorite DAW.

Pro-Level Mixer Functions

Flexible Routing with AUX Sends: Two AUX Sends with pre/post-fader options for FX loops and monitor feeds

Scene Memory: Store up to four mixes and recall them anytime with a single button.

Sound Pads with MIDI Sync: Trigger jingles, sound effects, or samples on demand. Sound Pads can even sync to a MIDI clock for live electronic performances.

MIDI I/O and USB MIDI: Connect external synths and grooveboxes or integrate with MIDI apps on your computer and mobile devices.

Customize with the L6 Editor App: The free L6 Editor app for Mac and Windows lets you customize pads, effects, and MIDI assignments with ease.

Stay Powered, Stay Mobile: Power the L6max via AA batteries, USB bus power, or a mobile battery pack.

Eurorack Integration: The L6max is mountable to a standard Eurorack case using the optional ERL-6 rack ears and power supply.

Specifications

Inputs

• MIC/LINE (mono): 4 inputs
• LINE (stereo): 4

Outputs

• AUX SEND (mono): 2
• MASTER (stereo): 1
• MONITOR (stereo): 1
• SUB-OUT (stereo): 1

Connectors (MIC/LINE)

• 4× XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)
• Input gain: adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuits used)
• Input impedance: XLR ≥ 3.8 kΩ; TRS ≥ 18 kΩ (Hi-Z off) / ≥ 1 MΩ (Hi-Z on)
• Maximum input level: XLR +4 dBu, TRS +24 dBu
• Phantom power: +48 V, channel total ≤ 20 mA

Line Inputs

• Connectors: 8 × TS phone jacks
• Input impedance: ≥ 30 kΩ
• Maximum input level: +4 dBu (PAD 0 dB), +24 dBu (PAD −20 dB)

Aux Send

• Connectors: 2 × TRS phone jacks (impedance balanced)
• Maximum output level: +9.5 dBu
• Output impedance: 147 Ω

Master Out

• Connectors: 2 × TRS phone jacks (balanced)
• Maximum output level: +15 dBu
• Output impedance: 147 Ω

Monitor / Sub-Out

• Connector: TRS phone jack
• Maximum output level: 50 mW + 50 mW (63 Ω load)
• Output impedance: 14.7 Ω

Buses

• Master: 1
• Sub-mix: 1
• Aux send: 2
• Send EFX: 1

Channel Strip EQ

• High: 10 kHz, ±15 dB, shelving
• Mid: 100 Hz – 8 kHz, ±15 dB, peaking
• Low: 100 Hz, ±15 dB, shelving

Level meters: 6 segments

Send effects: 6 types

Recorder

• Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 14
• Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: 14
• Recording formats: 48 kHz, 32-bit float, mono/stereo WAV
• Recording media: microSDHC / microSDXC (Class 10 or higher, see Zoom website for compatible cards)

Audio Interface

• Input channels: 14
• Output channels: 4
• Sampling frequency: 48 kHz
• Bit depth: 32-bit float / 24-bit
• Interface: USB 2.0 (High Speed, Mass Storage Class)
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (−1.0 dB / +0.5 dB)
• Equivalent input noise: −120 dBu or less (IHF-A, at 150 Ω input)

Display

• 128 × 64 OLED

Power

• Power supply: 4 × AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH), AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17: DC 5V/1A), USB bus power supported
• Power consumption: max. 5 W
• Estimated continuous recording time (14-track recording, phantom power off, headphones used (63 Ω load), no MASTER output):
• Alkaline: ~1.5 h
• NiMH (1900 mAh): ~2.5 h
• Lithium: ~5 h

Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms