User Manual

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INTRODUCTION
The ART USBMIX6 Microphone, Instrument, and Line Mixer / Computer Interface is a compact
versatile audio interface for your computer that converts analog signals from a variety of audio
sources to a digital audio. The built-in low latency stereo digital effects add to the versatility. It can
also be used as a standalone mixer through the main mix outputs. The USBMIX6 provides a great
starting point for personal home studio recording or for anyone wanting to do mobile location
recording. Use the USBMIX6 to record podcasts, capture your latest idea for a song, make
voiceovers for your home movies, or record a jam with a friend - whenever and wherever your
creativity takes you!
Key Features Include
• Powered by a 15vac external power supply, USB interface needed when used with a
computer
• CH1 and 2 Microphone (balanced XLR) inputs or instrument (unbalanced ¼-inch TS) inputs
with switchable impedances
• Switchable low noise +48V phantom power for microphones
• Balance ¼-inch TRS inputs for stereo or mono line-level sources on CH3-4
• ¼-inch TRS output jacks work with balanced or unbalanced lines
• Unbalanced RCA inputs Ch5-6
• Stereo ¼-inch TRS headphone jack with independent level control for output monitoring
• Independent controls for both sets of inputs, main output, and headphone monitor
• Red LED signal/clip indicator for Ch1-2, overall gain shown on LED meter display
• Switchable assignment of USB playback to channels 5 and 6 or monitor
• USB 2.0 compliant
• No special drivers needed with most modern versions of Windows, Mac OS, and Linux
• USB cable, AC supply, and Audacity recording software included
• Rugged steel case