The 2nd generation of the AG series includes the updated AG06MK2 and AG03MK2 live streaming mixers and an entirely new AG01 live streaming USB microphone – all developed to cover a more diverse range of use cases. All models and optional products/packages are available in either black or white colours to easily adapt to a variety of streaming environments.

The successors to the original AG lineup, the AG06MK2 and AG03MK2 add two condenser mic capability (AG06MK2), a MUTE button, an amp simulator, and improved overall sound quality. They also now feature a 4-pole mini I/O to support Android devices and enable mirrored streaming or voice chat streaming. This simultaneously connects the main streaming device via USB and the secondary streaming device to the 4-pole mini jack.

The AG01 is a new model that integrates a studio-quality condenser microphone with a high­ performance mixer unit that features DSP effects, loopback functionality, and flexible inputs for stress-free streaming. The AG01 is compact enough to be placed on a desk or mounted on a desk arm, transforming almost any environment to a minimal streaming station. It can also be powered by a mobile battery allowing you to take your fully functioning streaming station anywhere you like.

The YCM01 studio-quality condenser microphone is an ideal choice for live streamers who require higher quality sound. Adopting a cardioid polar pattern for more focused sensitivity, the YCM01 will add a new level of quality to live streaming, remote meetings, and of course, music production.

AG01 – Live streaming USB microphone with integrated high-performance mixer.
Available in black or white.
New product. AU$499.99

AG03MK2 – 3-channel live streaming mixer with USB audio interface.
Available in black or white.
Replaces AG03. AU$319.99

AG06MK2 – 6-channel live streaming mixer with USB audio interface.
Available in black or white.
Replaces AG06 AU$369.99

YCM01 – Studio-quality condenser microphone.
Available in black or white.
New product. AU$199.99

AG03MK2 PACK – AG03MK2 live streaming mixer with YCM01 microphone and YH-MT1 studio headphones.
Available in black or white.
New product. AU$599.99

TX-6 is Teenage Engineering’s new portable, battery-powered mixer and multi-channel audio interface. Comparable to larger units, but with even more tech packed into one small device, the TX-6 allows you to mix 6 stereo input channels, use tempo sync, access the internal synthesiser and sequencer, or use the built-in tuner. MFi compatibility also lets you connect to your iOS devices.

Smallest Of Its Kind
TX-6 features a 6 channel stereo mixer with a configurable knob layout. Choose to have the three-band eq at your fingertips, or customise each knob to control whichever setting you prefer. There is certainly more than meets the eye, as the TX-6 is packed with features and connectivity options.

Technical Specifications:
• 6 stereo input connectors
• 2 stereo output connectors
• 1 stereo headphones connector with headset microphone support
• USB audio / midi interface
• Rechargeable battery
• Bluetooth low energy radio interface
• 8h battery life
• 48×64 pixel monochrome display

Inputs and outputs:
• 32-bit/48kHz usb interface
• 3.5 mm mini jack to 6.3 mm jack
• Headset mic input
• Aux output
• Connect to iPhone, lightning cable
• Stereo or mono for each input

Dimensions:
• 90 mm (102 mm with adapter) x 62 mm x 23 mm
• 64×48 pixels oled display

Audio inputs:
• Impedance 10 kOhm
• Analog gain 0 – 42 dB
• Max level 8 dBu, 2 Vrms
• TLV320ADC3140 burr-brown
• SNR ~ 102 dBA

Audio output (main and aux):
• Max level 8 dBu, 2 Vrms
• Cirrus logic masterhifi CS43131
• SNR > 120 dBA

Audio output (cue):
• Max level 2 dBu, 1 Vrms
• Cirrus logic CS47L35
• SNR > 110 dBA
• Handling

Audiovisual and IT connectivity provider ATEN have launched the podcast AI audio mixer MicLIVE 6-CH in Australia, the industry’s first AI-optimised audio mixer. MicLIVE UC8000 offers features such as acoustic enhancement with its AI-created SmartEQ, a compact and portable design, and an intuitive UI aimed at one to two host podcasts setups.

Audio mixers have become central to content creation, especially audio-format creation such as podcasts. In the case where users are new to the practice, capturing audio for podcasts can be daunting and complicated. Here MicLIVE presents a solution with an easy to navigate mixer that’s capable of capturing audio and carrying out post-production tasks as well. As an all-in-one solution for podcasts and audio content creation, this Good Design Award winner helps to make it easier for just one user to create pro-level podcasts.

MicLIVE users can manipulate their voice with 24 Voice FX programs, SmartEQ, use jingle pads that store up to 8 customisable sound effects, and make use of the auto-ducking function to keep up with broadcasting production values. In addition, MicLIVE ships with an inbuilt preamp that provides gain for the microphone’s signal, and supplies phantom power (+48V) should that be required. The mixer also comes with the companion application OnAir Audio. This software gives users control of parameters while allowing the simple assigning of audio from their computer, and customising sound effects through a user-friendly interface. It has flexible input options allowing the use of XLR microphones, musical instruments, USB audio sources, and audio from phone-in for mixing.

Product Highlights:

• All-in-one design – Simplifies podcast mixing and workflow, offering up to 6-channel audio inputs, DSP and AD/DA converter, and adds audio resolution up to 24-bit /96 kHz to USB-C on PC or Mac
• SmartEQ – Created using AI, the function improves microphone audio quality with enhanced acoustic models allowing users to create high-quality recordings in real time
• Jingle pads – Save up to 8 sound effects from audio sources from a computer, microphone, or other audio inputs
• Auto-ducking – Lowers background music while subjects speak

Model: UC8000
RRP: AU$409 

When the landlord called ‘time’ on the Damien Gerrard studio lease last year, owner Marshall Cullen might have had good reason to fall into a funk… throw in the towel, even.

The Balmain location was perfect for the Sydney music scene, perhaps even more ideal than the Pyrmont-based location before it, and finding a similarly convenient and vibey inner-west site would be impossible thanks to soaring rents and redevelopment activity.

But rather than give up, Marshall took on the challenge of relocating Damien Gerrard to the Central Coast, and to find a cashed-up partner to assist in levelling-up the studio’s capabilities.

To cut a long story short, he did. The studio is now located in Gosford West in an old TV production studio and has some extra cash behind it to give the studio a real shot in the arm.

The most conspicuous addition to the studio is a brand new SSL Origin mixing console.

The analogue console debuted at NAMM earlier in the year and Damien Gerrard is one of the first studios internationally to take the plunge.

“The old Soundcraft console was probably our weak link, compared to the quality we had elsewhere in our outboard and mic inventory,” notes Marshall Cullen. “We began looking at vintage consoles that might be available, including Sylvia Massy’s old Neve in the US. But it the economics of it didn’t stack up.

“We heard good things about the new Origin, and the advantages of buying a new console were hard to ignore: a warranty, for starters; and the modern design means you don’t need to run air conditioning 24/7 to keep it cool.”

The 88-input SSL Origin provides plenty of flexibility to take on larger sessions, as well as offering the trademark SSL sound thanks to the SSL preamps, E Series EQ, talkback compressor and bus compressor.