MAONO Gaming Audio Mixer, RGB PC Mixer for Streaming, XLR Interface with 48 V Phantom Power, DIY Sound Effects, Volume Control, Mute Button, Noise Cancellation, Recording, Vocals

I bought this for my son so the set up was easy

I have been using this for a while now. Came in a nicely packaged box with all the required wires. Very easy to setup and my computer picked up the mixer straight away. I have been using it for my games recordings & gaming sessions, made my audio a lot better. Things I liked. 1. Nice and compact 2. Easy of use for beginners 3. LED colours 4. Addition of BT for more connections. 5. The knobs and buttons for ease of use 6. Dedicated mute buttons. Overall happy with the item and recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their audio/mic setup.

This is a fun, cheerful and colourful mixer which falls short of being ‘pro’. But for semi-serious streamers and vloggers, the ones whose subscriber count doesn’t give them the budget for a pro grade mixer, this is perfectly adequate for most casual use. It’s not just the cheesy toy that the colourful LED lights make it look like. It generally works pretty well. The ports on the back are clearly marked and it’s a simple job to get it up and running as a sound device on Windows. It requires surprisingly little power so it can even be powered through the data cable if needed, though there is a separate USB-C port for that too. The instruction manual is really well presented, and gives a clear explanation of some of the functions, like the custom sound recording, simple enough for my kids to understand. The build quality is generally pretty good too. It’s a fairly heavy device that won’t slide around on a desk. There’s a good movement to the knobs and sliders, though they’re a little imprecise when you get to close-to-the-limit-but-not-the-limit. The buttons have a rubbery texture to them and feel very durable, but sometimes you do need to make sure you hit them with a good solid hit, like hitting a drum pad firmly- just stroking them with a light press doesn’t always trigger them. The sound quality is fine. Unlike some cheap USB-powered devices I’ve used in the past, there’s thankfully no hum here, and the overall quality of a mix from different inputs sounds reasonably crisp and clear, and pretty much as good as the quality of the audio you feed into it. The voice changer effects are really very cheesy and childish, but do sound on a par, pretty much, with some of the Minecraft videos for kids I’ve seen my kids watching. There are plenty of things that this mixer doesn’t do though, some of which may arguably have been realistic expectations for the price level. One important point is that it doesn’t work with USB-ended microphones, which a lot of junior or just-starting-up might have already bought themselves. There are other would-be-nice features that could’ve been added, for example automatic trimming of the custom sound recordings so that it’s easier to hit them punchily on a beat without an awkward bit of silence between the button press and the sound happening. The 48V phantom power button should’ve been a switch on the back of the device rather than a button in its own right, but otherwise the layout of buttons is fairly sensible. Style-wise it does look a bit like a kids’ toy version of a Novation Launchpad, and it certainly could be confused for a toy because of the lighting effects- and it could, potentially, be used as a toy. But this is also a decent budget-level mixer, well presented for vloggers or streamers.

Definitely recommend this product. Makes audio handling so much easier! Extremely easy to use. And a great value for money for those on a budget but want perfection performance. Beautiful design and and great functionality!

I upgraded my mic recently, but my voice still sounded thin on streams. Enter the MAONOcaster G1 NEO! I was instantly impressed – the built-in preamp is a game-changer. My voice now sounds crisp and clear, just like the streamers I watch. Plus, it's got multiple jacks, so I can connect my mic, headphones, and even my phone for background music – no more switching cables mid-stream! The knobs are easy to use on the fly, and the RGB lighting adds a cool touch to my setup. However, it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Everything's made of plastic, which feels a bit flimsy compared to some mixers I've seen. Also, getting the volume just right at lower settings can be tricky – the gain control seems a bit jumpy. The instructions weren't super helpful either, and I had to do some online digging to figure out a couple things. For the price, the MAONO G1 NEO is a great way to take your stream audio to the next level. The sound quality boost is undeniable, and the multiple inputs make life easier. But if a super sturdy build and ultra-fine-tuned controls are dealbreakers, you might want to keep looking.

This mixer gives you quite a few options to use for gaming voice audio, or streaming, and may meet all your needs. The RGB colours are strong, and you can set multiple effects, and the unit has a compact and smart presentation in general. The controls are probably what lets this down the most, the volume faders for the microphone and aux input cut out between 2 and 0, and the knobs for mic volume, gain, and reverb all seems to have dead travel at the end of their motion, so you dont have the fine level of control it should provide. The larger buttons are often unresponsive for quick presses. They all seem to require quite firm and often central presses to respond, which isn't ideal for gaming. The voice changer is fun, but gimmicky and has little use after an initial play around. The 4 buttons for pre-recording sounds could be helpful but the total of 4 is a bit limiting. They also didn't appear to be impacted by the aux volume controller. The bluetooth feature does provide a lot of options however, as you can easily use a mobile phone as a soundboard, or stream music via this option. The device presents as both a microphone and a speaker output via USB. Unfortunately the aux input volume controls both Bluetooth/Aux in AND the PC output volume via USB, so you cant control game output with background music etc. It would have been nice to have a 3.5mm microphone input separate from the XLR and headset input. It didn't appear to be possible to use a 3.5mm mic input in the headset input slot as the audio output changed from the headphone output slot. Underside has a screw in attachment so it can be fitted to an arm/tripod arrangement. You are limiting yourself to a fully wired setup using this device, which is generally fine for a fixed microphone, but can be constrictive with a headset or headphones.

This is my new favorite device. I'm amazed at everything that this does for the price. Bluetooth connectivity, side chain, 48 volt phantom power for XLR mics, loop back... the list goes on. Even the RGB is pretty cool. This is ideal for a budding streamer. It's listed as a gamer mixer but it's just so good. The noise reducer is awesome. It has two levels and it's all hardware operated so there's no software to install to get this thing to work. It has various voice changers which are fun. Although I'm not sure whether I will ever actually use those, maybe that is more for gamers. I really do have to say this thing is really really good and I thoroughly recommend it. You just can't get anything better at this price. The sound quality is great too.

This gaming mixer not only delivers outstanding sound performance but also integrates customized sound effects and captivating RGB lighting to immerse you in gaming or streaming. Pro-preamp and 48V phantom power to fully unleash the potential of your XLR microphone, allowing you to quickly and easily achieve the high-quality audio typically associated with streaming setups. Just one-click noise reduction ensures clear audio for your teammates whether strategizing with them or interacting with viewers during live streams, ensuring smooth communication during gameplay The voice change feature allows you to bring a whole new dimension to your gaming streams, you can become the female, male, baby, or robot, creating an engaging and entertaining experience for your viewers. Utilize custom sound pads to create your voice tag, quickly increase popularity, unleash potential, and expand your audience reach Intuitive and user-friendly interface to keep focus on gaming or content creation without any unnecessary distractions. With Bluetooth accompaniment input, you can create livelier and more engaging live streams, showcasing your personalized streaming style while enhancing interactive experiences. Enjoy the ease of one-click mute and Loopback for added freedom during game streaming RGB: Achieve 11 different color variations by customizing buttons and body light strips with RGB solid colors, gradients, and rainbow RGB effects, perfectly complementing the aesthetics of your game room. Easily immerse yourself in the gaming atmosphere even as you load your game, enhancing the immersive experience during live streams Widely compatible with phones, computers, and tablets. Record with ease using most software, such as OBS Studio, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Streamlabs, Streamyard, and Zoom Package List and Customer Service: 1* gaming audio mixer, 1* USB A-C cable, 1* 3.5mm TRRS audio cable,1* user manual. For a better user experience, please read the user manual before setting up