After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Tascam Miscast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface
Audio creation made easy
Miscast 4 makes professional content creation easy. For podcast creation, live streaming, event production, or voice-over, Miscast 4 can mix and record mic input with internal background music, effect sounds and jingles via the trigger pads, and external audio input from your phone, PC, or Bluetooth device.
Together with the Tascam Podcast Editor software you get a complete package including waveform editing and multi-track recording for all work steps from pre-production to completion.
Stress-free touch panel control
Equipped with four mic inputs and four individual headphones outputs, the Miscast 4 is always ready for podcast production without complicated settings. It provides all audio-related operations and workflow needed for live streaming, events, podcasts, and other applications. The auto-mixing function, for example, can automatically adjust optimal levels and set mic priority for a perfect mix.
And thanks to the 5-inch color touch screen, you can intuitively access the well-structured menu and make the desired settings with just a few simple steps.
Enhance content with real-time sound effects
The Miscast 4 comes with eight banks of fully customizable, illuminated sound pads which can be triggered during a podcast production or live broadcast. In addition to preset sound effects, users can flexibly assign new sounds, music, or even mic sounds that have been pre-recorded on the unit.
The Miscast 4 sound pads also allow for easy and on-time voice effects such as pitch transformation, reverb, and more to make live streams and recordings even more interesting and fun.
Tascam Podcast Editor available for post-editing and control
The Tascam Podcast Editor offers simple and practical editing of audio content, and track arming, as well as easy configuration and assignment of sound effects and background music to the sound pads.
There’s no need for expert knowledge of DAW software as Podcast Editor also offers intuitive graphics that will help users record audio easily using the Miscast 4. Tascam Podcast Editor is designed specifically for Miscast 4 and is available for both computers and mobile devices.
Specifications
| Form Factor | Tabletop |
| Display | 5" Color Touchscreen |
| Channels of I/O |
USB: 14 Inputs / 2 Outputs |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Microphone Preamps | 4 Preamps |
| Built-In Microphone | None |
| Input Level Adjustment | 4 x via Touchscreen |
Signal Processing
| Pad | None |
| Gain/Trim Range |
Mic Inputs: 66.5 dB |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Solo/Mute | Solo, Mute per Input Channel |
Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O |
4 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line/Smartphone Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 4 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Line Output |
| Phantom Power | 48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs) |
| Digital Audio I/O | None |
| Host Connection Protocol | 1 x USB Type-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0) |
| USB (Non-Host) | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| MIDI I/O | None |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth (Audio Streaming) |
Performance
| Frequency Response |
Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (JEITA) |
| Maximum Input Level |
Mic Inputs: +10 dBu (Min Gain) 1/4" Line Inputs: +24 dBu 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs: +8 dBV |
| Maximum Output Level |
1/4" Monitor Outputs: +20 dBu 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: +6 dBV |
| Headphone Output Power | 1/4": 45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms (0.1% THD) |
| Impedance |
Mic Inputs: 2.1 Kilohms 1/4" Line Inputs: 11 Kilohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs: 12 Kilohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Inputs: 2 Kilohms 1/4" Monitor Outputs: 200 Ohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: 200 Ohms |
| SNR |
Mic Inputs: 101 dB (A-Weighted) |
| THD |
Mic Inputs: 0.003% (A-Weighted) |
| Crosstalk | ≥ 95 dB |
| EIN |
Mic Inputs: ≤ -125 dBu (150-Ohm Source, Max Gain) |
Digital Audio
| Sample Rates | 48 kHz |
| Bit Depths | 24-Bit |
Audio Storage & Playback
| Memory Card Slot | 1 x SDXC |
Compatibility
| OS Compatibility | Android 10 or Later iOS 13 or Later iPadOS 13 or Later macOS 10.15 macOS 11 macOS 12 Windows 10 macOS 11 *As of June 2022: check with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Included Software | None |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Required Hardware | Available USB Port |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration |
Power
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 VDC, Center-Positive (Included) |
| Power Consumption | 12.5 W (Maximum) |
Physical
| Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 10.4 x 2.2" / 37.5 x 26.4 x 5.7 cm 14.8 x 10.5 x 2.8" / 37.5 x 26.7 x 7.1 cm (Including Controls and Protrusions) |
| Weight | 5.7 lb / 2.6 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 7.8 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 16 x 12 x 5" |
