3x microphone splitter

[tom1946]

As title, I need to run 3x mikes (SM58's) from 1 acoustic amp, the amp has 48v phantom power so I suppose any splitter won't need it?

I am a complete novice at this and only know what I've read on the internet.

Any advice gratefully received on which box and even if I'm doing it right.

Thanks, Tom.

[grandad]

http://www.shure.com/americas/support/find-an-answer/can-i-parallel-microphones-into-one-input-of-my-mixer

Better still get a small mixer e.g. https://www.google.com/search?q=mg10xu&client=firefox-b&source=lnms&tbm=shop&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjtvLSg_tzdAhWrIsAKHQmqCKgQ_AUIDigB&biw=1280&bih=686#spd=2954191205628418894

You don't need 48V phantom with SM58's, leave it switched off.

 

[tom1946]

Thanks Grandad, I was hoping for something a bit cheaper and less complicated, I did see one on thomann for 25 quid but can't find it now...

 

[Jus Lukin]

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Edited February 27, 2022 by Jus Lukin

[tom1946]

That looks perfect, I can't see any drawbacks with it?

It won't be plugged into a mixer, just and aux input on a big powered speaker.

[rmorris]

It seems you want to put 3 x Mics into one input. So that's not really a 'Splitter' application. That would be more taking a signal from one mic and splitting it to feed more than one input eg a recorder and a mixer.

The ART Promix gives you what you need - I'd say the individual level controls are a necessity. It's not a cheap option for you though. If I were spending in that range I'd probably look at spending a bit more on a 'real' mixer - Soundcraft Notepad series etc - that would give you more connectivity options plus individual mic EQ.

But maybe you require a physically smaller solution ?

You can sometimes pick up discontinued Notepads etc on ebay for £30 or so. But make sure they have the PSU if you're not equipped to get one together yourself. They are +/- 17Vac - technically simple but not easy to get and everyone hates the connector !

 

[tom1946]

Hi Morris, I do need a smaller solution hence the Art, I don't want to drag my Yamaha mixer down there really.

Thanks for the input.

[Matt P]

what bout one of the tiny Mixers that are available? something like this, not much bigger than the Art but about half the price, https://www.thomann.de/gb/kustom_pa4ex.htm  it has a 2 band eq on each channel as well.

the smaller Behringer mixers add in some stereo channels as well,  perfect for adding a Mp3 player or a laptop. (they also double up as great little headphone practice units, i used one for years before swapping to a Focusrite Scarlett and a PC)

 

Matt

 

[tom1946]

Thanks guys, ended up buying the Art promix and it's perfect.

[TheGreek]

You can pick up a micro mixer for under £20. I have three which I've picked up as future raffle prizes.

https://www.thomann.de/gb/behringer_micromix_mx400.htm?glp=1

https://www.gear4music.com/PA-DJ-and-Lighting/SoundLab-4-Channel-Mono-Microphone-Mixer-With-Effects/1XYX?origin=product-ads&campaign=PLA+Shop+-+GENERIC&adgroup=GENERIC&medium=vertical_search&network=google&merchant_id=1279443&product_id=90681d1&product_country=GB&product_partition_id=366051277418&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0dHdBRDEARIsAHjZYYCzJ4BnCfCshlbz0ZyLGQ94WR97guX8vCpAQFoQh5ZgLz4huc_5acwaAmhBEALw_wcB

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Prosound-Channel-Stereo-Microphones-Instruments/dp/B000KFXFIY