ART TubeMix
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TubeMix
Product Info
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The TubeMix is a neat little unit if you're after a touch of tube warmth in your recordings without a huge budget. It's perfect for singer-songwriters, podcasters, or anyone wanting a simple, colored interface for tracking vocals or instruments—just don't expect a full-blown studio powerhouse.
Product Description
- ART TubeMix
- 5-Channel Small Mixer and USB Audio Interface
- 16 Bits
- 44.1/ 48 kHz
- 2 Balanced XLR mic inputs
- 1 Instrument input 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo line input 6.3 mm jack (mono usable)
- 6.3 mm Jack stereo output
- Headphone output
- Switchable 48 V phantom power
- LED for signal/ clip display
- Control room output
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 82 x 195 x 245 mm
- Weight: 2.5 kg
- Including USB cable and power supply
PROS
- • Warm tube preamp coloration adds pleasing harmonic richness
- • Compact size makes it ideal for smaller studios or mobile recording
- • Balanced XLR inputs handle professional microphone signals cleanly
- • Instrument input provides a convenient direct recording option
CONS
- • Limited to 5 channels restricts complex recording setups
- • 16-bit/44.1kHz resolution feels dated for modern workflows
- • Build quality, while decent, uses mostly plastic components
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
2 XLR, 1 Instrument (6.3mm jack), 1 Stereo Line (6.3mm jack)
Outputs
Stereo Line (6.3mm jack), Headphone, Control Room
Max Sample Rate
48 kHz
Bit Depth
16 bits
Preamps
Tube-based (ART preamps)
Weight
2.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It adds a subtle warmth and 'roundness', especially noticeable on vocals and acoustic instruments; electric guitars can sound a bit muddy if overdone.
Yes, the 48V phantom power is standard and should reliably power most common condenser microphones, though I’d still test with your specific mic.
While it can, the limited channel count and lack of EQ per channel make it less than ideal for complex live mixing scenarios.
