Product Overview
Azden’s FMX-42 portable mixer has been trusted by audio professionals in the field for over a decade. Its extensive set of features, handcrafted quality and affordability have made it one of the most popular portable mixers on the market. Now with the new FMX-42u, Azden has added a USB digital audio output for even more flexibility.
The USB Out on the FMX-42u is designed to connect to a computer, smartphone or tablet and acts as a secondary stereo audio output (necessary USB cables and adapters are not included but readily available from electronics suppliers). This flexible feature could now allow you to use a mobile device or laptop computer as a backup digital recorder, use up to 4 XLR microphones while shooting video with a smartphone or tablet, or even use the FMX-42u as an in-studio mixer for web streaming or podcasting.
Of course the FMX-42u still boasts the many features of its predecessor, which include 4 balanced XLR line/mic inputs with individual level and pan controls, switchable (per channel) 48V phantom power and limiting, professional quality VU meters for accurate level setting, master level control, 1k tone generator, 2 balanced XLR outputs (line/mic switchable), stereo mini-jack output for DV cameras and a headphone output with level control.
The FMX-42u can be powered by either 6 internal “AA” batteries or an optional 12V DC external power supply (Azden part #BC-27H). A ballistic nylon carrying case is included.
General | |
Frequency Response | |
Balanced or Unbalanced Output: | 20 Hz - 30 kHz (+0/-1.5 dB) |
Monitor Output: | 30 Hz - 30 kHz (+0/-2 dB) |
Signal-to-Noise Balanced Output: | -120 dBu (A weighted, input equivalent level) |
T.H.D. Balanced Output: | < 0.005% @ 1 kHz (at LINE position +19 dBu output) |
Phantom Power Voltage: | 48V (±1.5V) |
Sample Tone Frequency: | 1 kHz |
Battery Requirement: | 6 Alkaline "AA" |
External Power: | 10.5 ~ 17V DC @ 200mA |
Dimensions: | 220mmW x 160mmD x 56mmH (without protrusions) |
9"W x 6 1/2" D x 2 1/4"H (without protrusions) | |
Weight: | 1.3 kg / 2.9 lbs (without batteries) |
INPUT | ||
Balanced Input: | XLR 3-pin Female x 4 (CH1, 2, 3 & 4) | |
Level | ||
Line | Standard: +4 dBu (electronically balanced) | |
Maximum: > +26 dBu | ||
Impedance: 20kΩ | ||
MIC HI | Standard: -38 dBu (electronically balanced) | |
Maximum: +4 dBu | ||
Impedance: 2kΩ | ||
MIC LO | Standard: -58 dBu (electronically balanced) | |
Maximum: -15 dBu | ||
Impedance: 2kΩ | ||
High Pass Filter (HPF): | 100Hz - 6dB/oct | |
Return Inputs (FMX-42a): | Hirose 10-pin Female for Hirose Plug Part #RM15TD-10P | |
3.5mm (1/8") Stereo Mini-Jack | ||
Input Level: | -20 dBu - +19 dBu (unbalanced) | |
Impedance: | 11kΩ | |
OUTPUT | ||
Balanced Outputs: | XLR 3-pin Male x 2 (Output L & R) | |
Hirose 10-pin Female for Hirose Plug (FMX-42a only) | ||
Unbalanced Output: | 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo Mini-Jack | |
Monitor Output: | 6.3mm (1/4") Stereo Jack | |
Digital Signal Output (FMX-42u only): | USB mini-B connector (female) | |
Balanced Level Output | ||
+4 dBu | LINE | Standard: +4 dBu (electronically balanced, 5kΩ load) |
Maximum: +20 dBu (electronically balanced, 5kΩ load) | ||
Impedance: 600Ω | ||
-36 dBu | MIC | Standard: -36 dBu (electronically balanced, 5kΩ load) |
Maximum: -20 dBu (electronically balanced, 5kΩ load) | ||
Impedance: 600Ω | ||
Unbalanced Output Level | Standard: -36 dBu (electronically balanced, 2kΩ load) | |
Maximum: -20 dBu (electronically balanced, 2kΩ load) | ||
Impedance: 120Ω | ||
Monitor Output | Max Output: +1 dBu (32Ω load at 9V) | |
16-100Ω load recommended | ||
Meters | Standard Output Level: 0 VU (+4 dBu) | |
DIGITAL SIGNAL OUTPUT (FMX-42u Only) | |
Interface Format: | USB 2.0 Full Speed |
Audio Data Format: | Isochronous Data Format |
Sampling Frequencies: | 16 / 22.05 / 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz Compatible |
Bit Depth: | 8 / 16 bit Compatible |
Channels: | 2 |
Device Name: | USB AUDIO CODEC |
Features
- Handcrafted in Japan
- 2 Channel USB digital audio output
- USB out connects to computer, smartphone or tablet
- 4 balanced XLR line/mic inputs and pan controls
- Switchable 48V phantom power and limiting
- Professional quality VU meters
- 2 balanced XLR outputs (line/mic switchable)
- Stereo mini-jack output for DV cameras
- 6x AA battery powered
- Optional A/C adapter
In The Box
- FMX-42u mixer
- Nylon carrying case
- Manual
