The Saramonic SR-PAX1 Audio Mixer Preamp Microphone Adapterfrom Saramonic SR-PAX1 Audio Mixer Preamp Microphone Adapteris a compact, two-channel active audio mixer with pre-amplifier and phantom power that is designed for DSLR cameras and camcorders. It can be used to record professional-quality audio from two independent sources and mix them into your camera simultaneously.

The SR-PAX1 attaches to the base of a camera, and a threaded socket on its base allows for mounting on a tripod or case. The two-channel audio mixer features two XLR inputs, two 3.5mm TRS inputs, and two 1/4" inputs with a 3.5mm TRS output jack. The input levels of each channel can be controlled with the two gain-control knobs. In addition, a phone jack allows you to monitor the audio in real time.

For DSLR Cameras and Camcorders    2 x Balanced XLR Inputs    2 x 3.5mm TRS Inputs    2 x 1/4" Inputs    Dual Gain-Control Knobs    3.5mm TRS Output    3.5mm Headphone Monitoring    Runs on 9V Battery    48V Phantom Power

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have 2 3.5mm mics will they be on separate left and right channels or be all in one?

A: The Saramonic SR-PAX1 Two-Channel Audio Mixer, Preamp, Microphone Adapter can be used to connect two microphones with 3.5mm connectors. There are separate left and right inputs on the back to connect both mics and a button on the front labeled "M/S" which is used to select between mono and stereo mode. When using the mono setting, the left and right channels will be combined as one mixed signal on both the left and right channels (same audio on both sides). When using the stereo mode, the two mics will be separated on different sides.

Q: 2. Will this device help to eliminate hiss if I connect it as a preamp between the shotgun microphone (600 Ohms) powered by the 1.5V battery and the Tascam DR-40 recorder?

A: Not necessarily. It would be helpful to know which shotgun microphone you will be using and how it is connecting to the recorder so we can do a bit of troubleshooting first to determine the source of the noise. Please contact us by phone or through live chat on the website and we can work with you directly to find the best solution.

Q: 3. Does this mixer work with IPhones?

A: To connect the Saramonic SR-PAX1 Two-Channel Audio Mixer, Preamp, Microphone Adapter, you would require a 3.5mm to Lighting adapter such as BH #APLAADAP.

Q: 4. Output TRRS. How to adjust TRRS output to TRS camera input? Thanks

A: There is a switch on the front. Smartphones and Tablets (looks like a smartphone) and Cameras. Switch to Smartphones and Tablets for TRRS, switch to Cameras for TRS.

Q: 5. For how long is the battery working?

A: They have not published that information.

Q: 6. Is this still supported by Saramonic? I can't find the manual or the unit on the Saramonic website.

A: Yes, A user manual can be located using the following link https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1443713-REG/saramonic_smartrig_uc_two_channel_audio_interface_for.html

Q: 7. Since this doesn’t work for IPhone, would it still work directly plugged into your PC for recording two mics? Like on Audition?

A: The Saramonic SR-PAX1 Two-Channel Audio Mixer, Preamp, Microphone Adapter's 3.5mm output could technically be plugged into a computer's microphone jack, but this is not how it is designed to be used and you would achieve much better results by using an audio interface instead.

Q: 8. If I do not need phantom power, can I still use it without the battery?

A: The Saramonic SR-PAX1 Two-Channel Audio Mixer, Preamp, Microphone Adapter requires power from a 9V battery in all use cases for proper operation. Using the SR-PAX1 with the phantom power feature disengaged still requires power from the internal 9V battery source.

Q: 9. will this work with the Sony a7iii?

A: Yes

Q: 10. how connect cable?

A: The Saramonic SR-PAX1 Two-Channel Audio Mixer, Preamp, Microphone Adapter has a 3.5mm TRS output to connect the cable which will also connect to the mic input on the camera. You can use a cable like the Kopul CMX-RC30 Right-Angle Coiled Stereo Mini Cable (B&H # KOCMXRC30B) to connect to a camera with a 3.5mm TRS mic input.