Podcast Mixer Kit, Comes w/ One Microphone, Mic Stand, Headphones & Comprehensive Setup Guide
Product highlights
All-in-one Podcast Mixer Set • Mixer, Microphone, Mic Stand, Headphones and Comprehensive Setup Guide Included • Individual Controls • Two Gold-Plated 1/4" Microphone Inputs • Stereo RCA/MP3 Inputs • Master Output Control
Learn more about the pm21
This digital, social networking age in which we live has granted us the ability to communicate with each other through a broad variety of mediums. However, since nearly everyone has access to these mediums, now we’re faced with sifting through oceans of piffle to find worthwhile and/or intellectually stimulating content. With Technical Pro’s PM-21, one faces the question “why not create your own?” This convenient podcast kit comes with everything you need to say something and have it be heard.
The Mixer:The mixer is housed in a compact rugged metal cabinet and features four source inputs with six discrete channels; two gold plated ¼”microphone inputs; iPod/MP3 (RCA and 3.5mm) inputs; and Stereo Line level for additional audio such as CD (RCA). Each channel features level adjust and Bass / Treble equalization. A master output control is paired with a level adjust for the dual headphone outputs. The mixer can be powered either by using the included AC/DC adapter, or with a 9V battery for field recordings with a laptop. For maximum flexibility, the unit features analog stereo line out as well as USB audio output. In keeping with Technical Pro’s audio expertise, the mixer features excellent noise characteristics S/N -86dB and low distortion, a total of less than 0.09% THD.
The Microphone:The included pro-grade microphone is a rugged and good-looking dynamic type. It features a die-cast body, on/off switch and XLR type connection with 10 foot cable with a ¼” plug. Sensitivity is –56.5dB, Frequency response 80-15kH, 600 ohms impedance. A heavy weighted base desktop mic stand is included.
The Headphone:The model HP-20 headphones are based on Technical Pro DJ headphones since the requirements are similar: they deliver excellent isolation, comfort and the great sound expected from all Technical Pro headphones. These circumnaural headphones feature “Super Bass Drivers”. Cord length is 10 feet terminated with 3.5mm stereo plug. Sensitivity is 107dB +/- 3 db, Frequency Response, 20-20kHz.
User Guide and Software:For experienced professionals making podcasts is a fairly simple process. However for the first timer, the process can be daunting. In addition to the podcast equipment , the PM-21 includes the required recording software and a step-by-step tutorial developed by Technical Pro. The tutorial covers everything from scripting, podcast content community websites, & tips on how to promote your podcasts. Also included is a CD of Audacity audio editor for PC and Mac. Audacity is a very capable open source package for recording, editing and exporting podcasts.
Want to conduct interviews on your podcast? Simply hook up another microphone to one of the other mic inputs and you're ready to go. Whether you are looking to improve your podcast or start a podcast, Technical Pro has the equipment you need to get you rolling. Technical Pro is also offering for free a fantastic Levelator program that can be downloaded today that automatically levels the sound of the podcast. For more information or for download links, click here.
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Headphone Specifications
Read more about the Technical Pro PM-21 in our blog here!
Manufacturer:
Model Number:
PM-21
Weight:
6.00lbs
Internal SKU:
pm21
Internal Product ID:
21233
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This item is great!
Honestly when I first saw this thing I wasnt sure it would work for me, but I hooked it up and it surprised me how well it actually worked. since I purchased it I have made over 300 podcasts with it and I have a good response from listeners saying It sounds great. I tell them all the time how small my "setup" is and they reply with incredible praise. anyone who is into podcasts and wants to make their own should get this. Also if setup properly it can be used for live DJing of music at parties and events, I have done that a few times too. It was well worth it to get this thing!
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Technical Pro becomes Technical Fail.
I read the only review on this item and was sold, after seeing the review I was quite sure I would get more bang for my buck.. well when I received it I plugged everything in, installed everything.. started up my mp3 player to test and what did I hear? nothing because the headphones did not work, which I tried on several different devices just to make sure it was't the device itself. Then while using the usb audio source as a mic on my computer I noticed a humming on the line, and once I turned on the microphone the humming was about 20db louder, I made sure to check and see if any boosters were enabled which they were not. Anyways I could have just gotten a defective item but I guess I'll never know.. until I get mine replaced.
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good for the money
good for the money.. like the portability feature with the 9v... plan on upgrading your input cable as it is a cheapo. if you plan on the pm-22, you can buy 2 pm-21's and have a spare mixer, as i plan on doing!
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Eh, not bad for what it is.
The mic sounds pretty dull. Not sure where the high frequency roll off is, but yeah. I gave the headphones to my girlfriend's 3-year-old, since I already had much higher-end ones. The mixer seems alright, but I haven't bothered using it since I always mix digitally in my DAW. Audacity is great, for a free DAW, but you don't need to buy this pack to get it. You can simply Google it and find it for download on their site.
Honestly, the most impressive part of this pack is the setup guide. It shows you step-by-step how to get a podcast up and running, right down to registration with a free podcasting website. Despite my not using any of the components, I am thankful to have been directed to that site, since it's been where I've hosted my podcast for the past 6 months.
Frankly, podcasting doesn't require outstanding quality components. For what it is, it's a nice little pack. I just prefer to produce my podcast with better components than those offered here because I'm a trained audio engineer, though I'd probably recommend this to anyone as a great entry-level kit.
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