Two of these channels have built-in compression dials, giving you the option to apply compression during your recording, as opposed to later on in post-production. Each has the option to take an XLR input, or a 1/4″ TRS input. There are four MDR (Maximum Dynamic Range) microphone preamp channels on the mixer. So what are all these different controls, features, inputs, and outputs on the Samson MXP124FX? Mono Inputs There are a lot of buttons and dials on mixers, which can make them confusing at first.īut don’t worry! The good news is they all pretty much work in the same way, so once you’ve used one you’ll generally know what you’re doing. If you’re recording with someone over Skype, you can set up a mix-minus so that they can hear all the music and effects too – giving the episode a real “live radio show” feel. This can save you adding everything in later on, during post-production. Not only that, but you can record your show “as-live”, playing your music and effects in real-time. It also gives you the option of adding multiple mics, which can come in handy if you have guests or co-hosts. They’re really handy for recording Skype and other types of calls, either directly into your computer, or into your digital recorder (or both). Why Might I Need a Mixer?įirstly, you don’t need a mixer to podcast, but there are a few good reasons why you might want one. There are also bigger versions of both, with more inputs/channels – the MXP144 and the MXP144FX.Įach model has more similarities than differences, but it’s the MXP124FX that we’ll be taking a look at in this review. It has an analogue alternative in the form of the MXP124 for those who don’t want to work directly into a computer. The Samson MXP124FX (Or UK Link) is a USB or digital mixer, which is part of the company’s MXP range. If you’re intrigued to find out more, check out our full review of the Zoom PodTrak P4.

It’s a little podcast recorder that does everything a mixer can do, though in a much simpler and more accessible way. December 2020 update – Zoom have just released the PodTrak P4.

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