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Simple, Intuitive Analog Mixer for Nearly Any Application
Ideal for live sound reinforcement in very small venues, band practices, and home or project studio recording, the TrueMix 500 from Alto Professional is a 5-channel analog mixer with a portable form factor and stereo USB recording functionality. One mic preamp and phantom-powered XLR input are provided, along with a Hi-Z instrument input as well as two stereo line input channels for keyboards and similar sources, all sporting 2-band shelving EQ control, pan, volume, and gain controls.
The TrueMix 500 also includes an RCA-based 2-track input with a dedicated gain knob as well as a 2-track RCA output, and you can utilize two buttons to either send 2-track/USB input to the main stereo 1/4" output, or to the 1/4" headphones output. This mixer includes a power supply and a USB-B to USB-A data cable to get you started.
Subtly Versatile I/O
The TrueMix 500 sports just the right amount of I/O for its size, easily accommodating home recording or live sound reinforcement in small spaces.
XLR input with low-noise mic preamp, plus a high-impedance 1/4" instrument input on the same channel
Two channels of stereo, balanced 1/4" input with the same EQ, gain, pan, and volume controls as channel 1
A balanced 1/4" stereo pair for the main output, ideal for monitor speakers or PA systems
RCA 2-track input and output, unbalanced
1/4" headphone output which supports 160mW into a 32-ohm load
USB-B terminal for stereo digital recording and playback
Portable, Compact Form Factor
The chassis of the TrueMix 500 is small and portable, easy to place on any desktop or to take with you to gigs. Weighing in at only 2 lb, this mixer will never feel burdensome and can fit into tight, crowded workspaces.
USB Recording
The USB port allows the TrueMix 500 to also be used as a 2-channel interface along with its mixing duties. Stereo recording to a computer (Windows or macOS) is quick and simple, and you can playback your multitrack productions from your DAW as well, allowing you to monitor through your headphone jack or studio monitors.
FEATURES:
For Live Sound and Project Studios
One Mic Preamp with XLR & Phantom Power
Two Stereo 1/4" Channels
RCA 2-Track Input and Record Out
Two-Band EQ on Each Channel
1/4" Main Outputs and Headphone Output
Pan, Gain, and Volume Controls
USB for Stereo Record/Playback
2-Track I/O Source/Destination Selection
Includes Power Supply and USB Cable
SPECIFICATIONS:
Mixer
Number of Analog Input Channels 4 (1 Mono / 3 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps 1
Analog Output Channels 1 x Stereo Master Output
1 x Stereo Headphone Output
1 x Stereo Tape/Record Output
Mix Routing 2 x Stereo Main Mix per Main Mix Channel (LCR Main Mix Combines Stereo and Mono Main Mixes)
Faders & Level Adjustment 5 x Channel Knob
3 x Master Knob
Meters Main Meter:
1 x 4-Segment LED
Meter Range Main Meter:
-20 dB to +5 dB Peak/Clip
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range -∞ to +10 dB
Input Polarity Fixed
Dynamic Processing None
Sidechain Filters None
EQ 2-Band Shelving
EQ Parameters High: ±15 dB (Shelving)
Low: ±15 dB (Shelving)
Graphic EQ None
Solo/Mute None
Channel Output/Source Monitoring AFL, Insert Return
Built-In Effects None
Performance
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 22 kHz ±1 dB
Max Input Level XLR Mic Input:
74 dB (To Main Out)
XLR Mic Input:
80 dB (To Phones Out)
1/4" Line Input:
30 dB (To Main Out)
Headphone Output Power 1/4": 160 mW into 32 Ohms
I/O Impedance XLR Mic Input:
3.9 Kilohms (Balanced)
Input:
> 10 Kilohms
RCA Tape Output:
1 Kilohms (Unbalanced)
Output:
120 Ohms
Crosstalk Adjacent Inputs:
-80 dB at 1 kHz
Input to Output:
< -75 dB at 1 kHz ((Stereo L/R, Channel 1, Panned Hard Left or Right)
SNR > 110 dB (All Inputs)
THD+N 0.005% (+4 dBu, at 1 kHz)
Connectivity
Analog Inputs 1 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input (2 Stereo Pairs)
1 x 1/4" TRS Line Input
2 x RCA Coaxial Unbalanced 2-Track Input (1 Stereo Pair)
Analog Outputs 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Main Output (1 Stereo Pair, Post-Fader)
2 x RCA Coaxial Unbalanced Record/Tape Output (1 Stereo Pair, Post-Fader)
Phantom Power +48 V
Digital I/O None
MIDI I/O None
USB 1 x USB-B (2-Track Record, Audio Playback)
USB I/O Capacity 2 x Input / 2 x Output
Bluetooth None
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording 2 Tracks
Compatibility
OS Compatibility Windows 10
Windows 11
macOS
*As of March, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Required Hardware USB 2.0 Port, USB Cable
Power
DC Input Power 18 VDC at 500mA
Power Consumption 9 W
Current Consumption 500 mA
Physical
Rack Mountable No
Dimensions 6.3 x 2.6 x 7.6" / 15.9 x 6.6 x 19.3 cm (Desk-Mounted)
Weight 2 lb / 0.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight 2.51 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 11.7 x 9.2 x 3.5"
