The Ashly MX-206 Stereo Microphone Mixer is a 6-input microphone mixer designed to supplement larger consoles or for use as a stand alone mixer in sound-reinforcement and portable installations. The MX-206 features 6 studio grade, low-noise XLR 3-pin microphone preamps. Each input features a 20dB Pad switch that avoid signal overload due to excessive gain.

All of the MX-206's microphone preamps are capable of supplying +48V phantom power (globally switched) to condenser microphones. The output section features a balanced XLR mono, and L/R RCA stereo outputs. An Aux stereo input also features unbalanced L/R RCA stereo input connections and can be used to input signal from playback devices or additional mixers. The front panel features Level and Pan control as well as -20, -40 & -60dB gain switches for each input channel. The MX-206's compact, single-rack-space design allows easy storage and transport for mobile use.

6 Channel    Rack Mountable    Pad Switches Each Channel    6 Mic Inputs    Stereo/Mono Output    Stereo AUX (RCA) Input    -20, -40, & -60dB Gain Switches    Pan Control for Each Channel    +48V Phantom Power    5-Year Warranty

The MX-206 6 channel microphone mixer features low noise XLR microphone preamps on all input channels.

The output section features a single XLR mono output connection and L/R unbalanced RCA stereo outputs.

A L/R unbalanced stereo RCA Aux input can be used for playback devices such as CD and cassette players, as well as signals from other mixers.

Every channel features a Pad switch that provides the attenuation needed to avoid overload from microphones that output high gain levels.

The front panel features -20, -40 & -60dB input level gain switches.

All channels feature level and Pan control for complete control over signal placement within the stereo field.

All input channels provide +48V phantom power for condenser microphones.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the minimum and maximum angles of sound coverage?

A: This is not specified by the manufacturer. The microphones are uni-directional/cardioid patterns so they will pick up primarily from the front of the mic capsules.

Q: 2. What is the part number of a deadcat I can purchase for use with the Zoom M3?

A: Zoom has confirmed that the Zoom HWS-6 Hairy Windscreen (BH #ZOHWS6) will fit the Zoom M3 MicTrak Stereo Shotgun Microphone and Recorder.

Q: 3. What is the pickup pattern of the mic, omni, cardioid, super-cardioid, shotgun? How well does it eliminate background noise?

A: The built in mic is stereo (pattern) condenser mic. There are no filters on it, so no background noise mitigation.

Q: 4. Does this thing have an ability to be mounted on a threaded mount on he end of a pole?

A: Yes, you can use a cold shoe adapter to mount the Zoom M3 MicTrak Stereo Shotgun Microphone and Recorder on a boompole or stand. The Frio Hold Universal Shoe Mount (B&H # FRENLFRC2A) has 3/8"-16 and 1/4"-20 threads on the bottom. The Vello Cold Shoe Mount with 1/4" Thread (B&H # VECS20) or the JOBY Cold Shoe Mount Adapter (B&H # JOJB01528) can be used with a thread adapter like the Impact Female 1/4"-20 to Male 3/8"-16 Thread Adapter (B&H # IMCA109) to attach to a boompole.

Q: 5. Can this be fixed to a tripod or monopod for added stability?

A: The Sevenoak Camera Stabilizer with Built-In Microphone MicRig Stereo does not feature a tripod mounting point on the bottom.

Q: 6. Is there a low battery warning signal?

A: The Zoom M3 MicTrak's power button LED will blink orange to indicate a low battery, and will blink frequently to indicate a very low battery.

Q: 7. Will this work with new iPhones via lightning dongle?

A: Yes it will

Q: 8. Does this item suffer from interference when near other electronics such as phones?

A: Yes, it is possible that the TASCAM DR-07X Portable Audio Recorder could be affected by RF when placed in close proximity to devices like smartphones, routers, computers, and other appliances that can generate RF. It is always best to avoid placing the recorder near devices like these and to do test recordings as well as monitor the audio while recording to ensure that noise is not being picked along with the audio signal.

Q: 9. Can you record isolated tracks on the SD card? Or only via USB on your computer?

A: You can record the isolated tracks directly to an SD card, to a computer, or both simultaneously.

Q: 10. Did manufacturer solve RF interference problem with this model?

A: https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/news/mictrak_notice/ According to this they have, at least for the initial batch.