ART PowerMix III

Product overview

The ART PowerMix III is a three channel stereo mini mixer for line sources, with pan and level controls on every channel, a master level and two headphone outputs.

Each channel has dual 1/4 inch inputs that accept mono or stereo sources, with controls for level and panning. A master level control sets the main outputs, and a shared level control serves the two headphone jacks. It is a compact mixing and submixing solution for synthesizers, sound modules, media players and other line sources, mixing them down to stereo or identical left / right mono signals.

Key features

• Three input channels, each with its own pan and level controls
• Three sets of 1/4 inch left and right unbalanced inputs
• Right inputs may be used for mono signals
• Master Level control regulates all three channels
• Left and right unbalanced 1/4 inch outputs
• Dual stereo 1/4 inch headphone outputs, so two headsets can be connected at once
• Headphone Level control regulates both headphone outputs

Mono or stereo sources

Stereo sources plug into the separate left and right inputs of channels 1 to 3. Mono sources go into the Right input of any channel, and the channel's Pan control places them in the stereo image; ART does not recommend connecting two mono sources to one channel.

Outputs and headphones

The left and right unbalanced 1/4 inch outputs feed a mixer, recorder or computer, with the Master Level setting the final level. Two stereo headphone jacks let two people listen at the same time, with one Headphone Level control for both.

In the box

• PowerMix III mixer
• 12 V DC adapter (listed as included in ART's product sheet)

ART PowerMix III: frequently asked questions

Can I connect mono sources?

Yes. Mono sources go into the Right input of any channel.

How many headphones can I connect?

Two. The headphone section has two stereo 1/4 inch outputs controlled by one Headphone Level control.

How is it powered?

From 12 V DC; ART's product sheet lists a 12 V DC adapter as included.

Where can I buy the ART PowerMix III in India?

The ART PowerMix III is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Submixing synthesizers and sound modules

Keyboard players and electronic musicians.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect each stereo source to a channel.
2. Set Pan and Level per channel, then the Master Level.

Tip: The PowerMix III frees up inputs on the main mixer.

Workflow 2: Mixing a CD player, synthesizer and bass amp into a recorder

Home studios, following ART's own example.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the sources with unbalanced shielded cables.
2. Mix while listening on headphones, then raise the Master Level for the best recording level.

Tip: Mono sources go into the Right input.

Workflow 3: Two people listening at once

Teachers and students, or two musicians practising together.

Connections

Setup

1. Plug in both headphones.
2. Turn up the Headphone Level slightly and adjust as needed.

Tip: One Headphone Level control regulates both outputs.

Workflow 4: Media players into a small PA

Presentations and small events.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the players.
2. Balance them with the channel levels and set the Master Level.

Tip: Pan controls also work as balance controls for stereo sources.

Workflow 5: Mono sources placed in the stereo image

Users mixing mono instruments to stereo.

Connections

Setup

1. Plug each mono source into a Right input.
2. Use Pan to place it left, centre or right.

Tip: Avoid connecting two mono sources to one channel.

Workflow 6: Desktop monitoring station

Users needing a compact line mixer on the desk.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the PowerMix III on the desk and power it.
2. Connect sources and headphones.

Tip: The steel box measures 14.6 x 11.2 x 4.4 cm.