Overview of the New Epiq Matchstiq™ Z4

Wyatt Taylor

01/02/26

TL;DR - Article Summary

The Matchstiq™ Z4 is a palm-sized, four-channel low-SWaP SDR with high-performance RF, onboard compute, and advanced low-power modes, built for battery-powered, mission-critical systems available in 2026.

Key takeaway: Matchstiq™ Z4 delivers multi-channel, coherent RF capability with serious performance in an ultra-small, power-efficient form factor, unlocking advanced SDR use cases without external compute.

Wyatt Taylor gives an overview of the new Matchstiq™ Z4 including its compelling low power modes for leave-behind and payload applications.

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Epiq Solutions Matchstiq™ Z4 A-PNT Special Comms Small Attritable Launched Effects DF/Geo-location Jamming/ EA Small UxS COMINT C-UAS Land Vehicles Own-force Monitoring Emulation/ Decoys Manpack/ Dismount

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