Cad Astatic M2 2-channel Mixer With Usb Interface
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Bringing versatile mixing in a portable, compact, and affordable package, the Astatic M2 Mixer with USB Interface from CAD is a 2-channel analog mixer with built-in USB bus power and digital interfacing abilities. Ideal for portable or home studio applications, this mixer is small but flexible, sporting two mono channels that can be linked for panned stereo mixing, selectable mic or line input modes, and digital sampling up to 48 kHz / 24-bits.
The M2 features two combo XLR/1/4" inputs, two balanced 1/4" TRS main outputs, one 1/4" headphone output, and a 3.5mm headset mic input, which is sent to channel two for mixing. Selectable +48V phantom power lets you use any condenser microphone, or power a mixer lamp. And each channel has selectable reverb FX inserts with dedicated level and depth controls, volume controls, and 2-band shelving EQ controls for quickly dialing in the perfect mix.
For Home Studios, Podcasting, Live Use Two Combo XLR/1/4" Mic/Line Inputs Balanced Stereo 1/4" Main Outputs Headphone Output and 3.5mm Headset Input Reverb FX Bus Inserts Per Channel Up to 48 kHz / 24-Bit Sampling Selectable +48V Phantom Power Impedance Switches for Mic or Line Input Mono Channels Linkable for Stereo Mix USB-C Bus Powered
Key Specs | |
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Number of Analog Input Channels | 2 (2 Mono) |
Number of Mic Preamps | 2 |
Analog Output Channels | 1x Stereo Master Output |
Mix Routing | FX Send |
EQ | Input Channels: 2-Band Shelving (Mono Channels) |
Built-In Effects | 1x Reverb |
USB I/O | 1x USB-C 2.0 (Audio Playback, Audio Streaming, Device Charging, I/O, Recording) |
Rack Mountable | No |
Mixer | |
Max I/O Capacity | 2x Input / 2x Output |
Number of Analog Input Channels | 2 (2 Mono) |
Number of Mic Preamps | 2 |
Analog Output Channels | 1x Stereo Master Output |
Mix Routing | FX Send |
Faders & Level Adjustment | No |
Meters | Main Meter: 1x 4-Segment LED |
Signal Processing | |
Input Polarity | Fixed |
Dynamic Processing | No |
EQ | Input Channels: 2-Band Shelving (Mono Channels) |
EQ Parameters | Mono Channels: High: ±15 dB (Shelving) Low: ±15 dB (Shelving) |
Solo/Mute | No |
Built-In Effects | 1x Reverb |
Digital Audio | |
Sample Rates | AD/DA Conversion/Record: 48 kHz |
Bit Depth | AD/DA Conversion, Record: Up to 24-Bit |
Performance | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Noise Floor | -78 dBu (One Channel Level at Unity, Stereo Out) -88 dBu (Channel Levels at -∞, Stereo Out) |
SNR | Mic Input: 80 dB Line Input: 78 dB |
THD | 0.02% |
Connectivity | |
Analog Inputs | 2x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Mic/Line Input (1 Stereo Pair) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Record/Talkback Input |
Analog Outputs | 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Mono Main Output (1 Stereo Pair, Post-Fader) 1x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone Output (Post-Fader) |
Phantom Power | +48 V, Selectable On/Off (Applied to All Inputs) |
Digital I/O | No |
MIDI I/O | No |
USB I/O | 1x USB-C 2.0 (Audio Playback, Audio Streaming, Device Charging, I/O, Recording) |
Compatibility | |
OS Compatibility | Windows 7 or Later / macOS 11 or Later |
OS Compatibility | Windows 7 to 11 macOS 11 or Later |
Power | |
AC Input Power | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
DC Input Power | 4.8 to 5.2 VDC at 3A (USB Bus Power) |
Physical | |
Rack Mountable | No |
Dimensions | 7.1 x 2.4 x 7.1" / 18 x 6 x 18 cm |
Weight | 1.3 lb / 0.6 kg |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 1.47 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.3 x 8.2 x 2.8" |
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. Are all 8 input channels stereo?
A: No
Q: 2. Can I use the T4s as audio interface with an iPad Pro ?
A: No, the Bose T4S ToneMatch 4-Channel Audio Mixer and USB Interface is not compatible for use with an iOS device like the iPad Pro, but it is compatible for use with Mac and Windows computers.
Q: 3. Does this have a phono preamp?
A: Yes, the M2 Mixer has both phono and line-level inputs depending on what signal your turntable sends from it's outputs.
Q: 4. Is the USB interface in stereo? Meaning dedicated left and right channels? Ex. RCA left/right is input to computer separately?
A: The Pyle PAD10MXU features a 2 channel USB interface allowing stereo recording and playback to a computer.
Q: 5. Does this device feed audio directly to the computer via USB, or is the USB only for power?
A: This is a USB Audio Interface and will appear on your computer's desktop as a USB device.
Q: 6. Does this have phantom power? Also I see it records? Is it a multitrack recorder or just stereo?
A: This unit does not have built-in recoed capabilities- it intrfaces audio to a computer, which you could then record to.
Q: 7. Are the 8 input channels Stereo?
A: No, they are mono microphone inputs.
Q: 8. Can you use this to record Skype calls into your DAW i.e., Garageband?
A: The best way to do that would be to have the Skype coming in from a mobile device like your smartphone or tablet and connect it to one of the line inputs on the M2 using a cable like this one. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/157944-REG/Comprehensive_XLRP_MPS_6ST_XLRP_MPS_6ST_EXF_Stereo_Mini.html You would be able to adjust the level between the Skype call and the microphone that you would have connected to the Motu M2 interface.
Q: 9. Can I connect the balanced aux out of the T4S to a device with an unbalanced input? What cable should I use - TRS or TS?
A: The aux output of the Bose T4S ToneMatch 4-Channel Audio Mixer and USB Interface accepts 1/4" TRS or TS cables. If you are connecting to an unbalanced TS input, you can use a1/4" TS cable.
Q: 10. I have a MOTU Traveller firewire unit but no longer firewire connectivity. Is there a way to feed the Traveler into this unit so I can use the additional inputs?
A: Not that we are aware of.
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