Roland - GO : Mixer Studio
GO: Mixer Studio is a surprisingly nimble partner for creating audio content, bringing together multiple sources simultaneously with ease, even as you switch between voices. This small interface feels like it's ironing out technical hurdles, as its lightweight format encourages movement and supports your projects in constant motion. The creator in you benefits from a mobile box that makes your recordings more fluid, leaving room for your personal way of constructing your tracks. The whole package provides a stable bridge between your sonic imagination and the digital tools you use every day.
Presentation
You'll soon notice that GO: Mixer Studio can communicate with your smartphone or computer thanks to a USB-C connection that powers the whole thing without any complex procedures, making it really easy to get started when you want to record without wasting time. This direct link means you can record on iOS or Mac and PC with appreciable continuity. It can also use an external power source so you can continue your sound work during long creative sessions.
When you connect a microphone or instrument, GO:MIXER STUDIO makes use of its 2 powerful preamps capable of amplifying very weak signals, and Roland has integrated phantom power which is particularly useful when working with condenser microphones. These preamps open up a comfortable gain reserve, making recording clean even in a changing environment. You then benefit from an audio resolution of up to 24 bits/192 kHz to capture a clean, usable sound that's faithful to what you're actually playing.
You can also use it as a stand-alone mini-console, as it sends a signal to its outputs without the need for a connected smartphone, helping you out in simple situations such as a little impromptu live performance. Its mounting screw lets you install it on a stand so you always have access to the settings. It's easy to slip into a bag, making it very flexible for everyday use.
The built-in effects also help you when you want to adjust your soundscape without using software, as the built-in compression, reverb and EQ provide consistent processing right out of the box, and Roland has adopted approaches from established studio equipment. You can choose to apply them only to the monitoring to keep a raw signal on the recording. This gives you total freedom when it comes to editing your tracks in your favourite software.
Features
Other features
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Roland GO : Mixer Studio
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Mixer & audio interface
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Number of USB audio channels: 12 inputs + 6 outputs
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(or 8 inputs + 4 outputs @ 192 kHz)
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Sampling: 44.1 ⟶ 192 kHz
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AD/DA conversion: 24 bits
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Internal processing: 32-bit floating
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Effects: EQ, Compressor, Reverb
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Scene memory: 16
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Display: 320 × 240 dot LCD colour screen
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Compatible systems: Windows 11, macOS 15+, iOS/iPadOS 18+ .
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Connections:
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Mic/Line inputs: XLR (with Phantom ⎓ 48 V power supply)
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Guitar/bass input: Jack ∅6.35 mm
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Line L/R inputs: 2x Jack ∅6.35 mm
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Aux input: Mini-jack TRS ∅3.5 mm
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Headphone output: TRS jack ∅6.35 mm + TRS mini jack ∅3.5 mm (with Plug-in Power=)
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Line L/R outputs: 2x Jack ∅6,35 mm
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MIDI In/Out : 2x Mini-jack TRS ∅3,5 mm
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Interface & Power: USB-C (Audio Class 2.0/1.0 & MIDI)
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Microphone stand mounting possible via 3/8" screw
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1.5 m USB-C cable supplied
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Power: Via USB-C (or USB-PD adapter sold separately)
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Power consumption: 5 V⎓ / 0.5 to 3 A; 9 V⎓ / 3 A
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Dimensions: 156 × 110 × 65 mm
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Weight: 440 g
To find out more...
The brand has often sought to simplify the interface between musical gestures and digital technology.
This blend of compact engineering and creative openness has forged a solid identity in the modern audio world.
To get the most out of GO: Mixer Studio, consider using closed-back headphones, which will help you hear every nuance clearly, and you'll also benefit from better volume control when adjusting several sources simultaneously.
You can also take along a longer USB-C cable to keep a comfortable position when recording with a smartphone on a stand.
Finally, don't forget to pack an extra set of cables, so you can quickly connect an unexpected source.
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