{"product_id":"mackie-chromium-usb-condenser-microphone-with-2-channel-mixer","title":"Mackie CHROMIUM USB Condenser Microphone with 2-Channel Mixer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mackie CHROMIUM is a USB condenser microphone with a built-in two-channel mixer for recording, streaming, podcasting, online meetings, and music creation. It combines microphone capture, computer connectivity, headphone monitoring, and external-input control in one desktop-oriented unit. This helps simplify a compact recording setup by reducing the need for separate basic monitoring and input hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for content creators, singer-songwriters, musicians, and home-studio users, the CHROMIUM connects directly to a computer through USB-C. Its class-compliant interface is designed for plug-and-play operation without a driver requirement. An included USB-C cable connects the microphone to a computer USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe microphone uses three 16 mm electret capsules and offers four selectable polar patterns: cardioid, bi-directional figure-8, omni-directional, and stereo. Cardioid mode is suited to focused voice or instrument capture, while figure-8 can serve face-to-face interviews or duets. Omni and stereo modes add flexible options for room capture, group use, field recording, and instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnyx microphone preamp circuitry supports a clear, low-noise signal path, while onboard gain adjustment helps set the microphone level for a computer or DAW. Professional input and output metering provides a visual level reference. The microphone supports 16-bit, 48 kHz digital audio operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe integrated mixer section accepts a 1\/4-inch instrument or line-level source and a stereo 1\/8-inch auxiliary source. A separate headphone output, volume control, and Direct\/USB blend control support monitoring while recording or listening to computer playback. With its built-in mixer stand and adjustable microphone angle, the CHROMIUM can serve as a compact starting point for a desktop recording or streaming system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Polar Patterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select cardioid, figure-8, omni, or stereo pickup for different recording situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnyx Mic Preamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports a clear, low-noise microphone signal path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Two-Channel Mixer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds instrument and auxiliary source control at the microphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C Computer Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects directly to a computer with class-compliant, driver-free operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides independent headphone volume and Direct\/USB blend adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnboard Metering And Mute:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps monitor levels and mute the microphone signal when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CHROMIUM combines a side-address condenser microphone with a built-in mixer stand. Its controls include microphone gain, polar-pattern selection, instrument level, auxiliary level, headphone volume, monitor blend, and microphone mute. Rugged construction and an integrated stand make it suitable for desktop recording, streaming, and communication setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect the included USB-C cable from the microphone to a directly available computer USB port, then select USB Microphone as the input and output device in the computer settings. Connect stereo headphones to the 1\/8-inch phones jack and use the blend control to balance direct microphone monitoring with computer playback. The 1\/4-inch input accepts balanced or unbalanced instrument or line-level sources, while the 1\/8-inch auxiliary input accepts a stereo line-level source such as a phone or music player.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mackie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45669383995462,"sku":"CHROMIUM","price":325.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/4163\/5910\/files\/51vWBI9yfSL.jpg?v=1784496042","url":"https:\/\/audiowatt.store\/products\/mackie-chromium-usb-condenser-microphone-with-2-channel-mixer","provider":"Audio Watt Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}