An Introduction to Sound Mixers

A sound mixer is also called a soundboard or more commonly now as an audio interface or computer-based audio mixing console. This is a small electronic device used to mix, balance and mixing various sound sources such as instruments, microphones, or synthesizers and / or previously recorded music. With the help of a sound mixer, one can record audio signals and play them back to create a musical composition. It has several advantages over other popular musical equipment such as drum machines and keyboards.

With the advent of modern technology, digital sound mixing consoles have become more affordable and are now widely available on the market. This equipment enables a user to easily perform simple audio mixing and mastering tasks such as layering, adding effects and various musical instruments and one can do this from the comfort of their own home. Using this equipment, one can produce and mix music in various formats such as MP3, WAV, AIFF, etc. Using the right software program, an individual can even export the finished music to CD, DVD and other digital media. Today's electronic music lovers can easily turn their hobby of composing, recording and performing into a successful career.

Professional audio mixing and mastering professionals use high-end sound production tools to make sure that the final product is worth listening to, watching or buying. Mixers with knobs and sliders can be used for adding extra sounds and music sources to a track. Audio mixing consoles are used to control the overall volume of a mix. These tools are also very useful when one needs to monitor their mix while they are away from the studio and can be remotely controlled from a laptop, computer or other instrument.