Can you use a mixer as an audio interface to your laptop?

Is a USB mixer the same as an audio interface? A USB mixer will generally have more hardware controls than an audio interface. But usually you will only record a stereo stream from a USB mixer – which will be a mix of all your audio inputs. (Unless you buy a higher end USB mixer with multiple outputs).

How big is the Behringer 302usb 5 input mixer?

The Xenyx 302USB is ideally suited for a small home studio or the on-the-go recording enthusiast. At approximately 4″ long and 5″ wide (117 x 135 mm), the Xenyx 302USB features one of our state-of-the-art, phantom powered Xenyx Mic Preamps, an XLR & 1/4″ combination input and a stereo USB/Line channel – plus a dedicated 2-Track input.

What can you do with the Behringer xenyx 302usb?

And since the Xenyx 302USB can be powered directly via your laptop’s USB socket, it’s the perfect portable mixer for podcasting and impromptu recording! As a bonus, the ultra-compact 302USB comes with all the recording and editing software needed to turn your computer system into a complete, high-performance home or portable recording studio.

Can a Behringer mixer work with a laptop?

You can set the primary stereo analog input on the mixer to instead process USB audio sent from the laptop, giving you a basic DAC function (mixed with additional analog sources connected to the mixer). Good to have power over USB. The microphone sound is noticeably quieter than from my earlier Behringer UB802 mixer.

Is the Behringer ub802 microphone class compliant?

The microphone sound is noticeably quieter than from my earlier Behringer UB802 mixer. This is USB1.1 audio class compliant and limited to 16 bits/ 48KHz rates. Works with Linux as well as Windows, no driver needed. This is a “bedroom” or portable mixer, rather than formal studio.