MAONO G1 NEO White Gaming Audio Mixer with XLR, 48V and RGB

At 16D x 5.1W x 13.2H centimetres, the MAONO G1 NEO White brings mixing controls to a compact streaming setup. It combines an XLR microphone input with four soundpads, Bluetooth accompaniment and customizable RGB lighting. Use it to shape voice and audio for gaming or live content. If your setup needs more than a direct mic connection, its voice effects and Loopback add practical ways to manage a stream.

Key points

The G1 NEO has four channels and a built-in preamp for an XLR microphone, with 48V phantom power for XLR condenser microphones. Switch phantom power on for a condenser mic and keep it off for an XLR dynamic mic, USB microphones are not compatible. One-click noise reduction is available for voice chat and streaming, while the gain and volume controls help you set the mic level for your setup.

Four customizable soundpads let you trigger your own audio cues, and voice effects can change the voice to female, male, baby or robot. Reverb and sidechain add further options for stream content or singing along with teammates. Bluetooth accompaniment lets you bring audio into a live session, while Loopback sends computer audio back through the mixer when enabled. One-click mute and direct monitoring provide quick control during a broadcast or game.

RGB lighting offers 12 colour variations, including solid, gradient and rainbow effects, so you can coordinate the mixer with your gaming space. The package includes a USB A-to-C cable and a 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. Buyers often appreciate the mixer’s ease of use and gaming functions, opinions are mixed on sound quality and connectivity, so the overall experience may vary by setup.

Usage tips

Connect an XLR microphone, then set phantom power according to its type: on for a condenser mic and off for a dynamic mic. The manufacturer recommends setting XLR microphone gain between -45 dB and -55 dB. For computer audio to return to the mixer during a live stream, connect the computer through USB and turn on Loopback. Direct monitoring can be activated with one press for real-time audio.

The mixer works with computers, phones and tablets and can be used with recording and streaming software such as OBS Studio, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Streamlabs, StreamYard and Zoom. It is compatible with PS4 and PS5, Xbox and Switch are not supported. Read the user manual when setting up your connections and controls.

Best use cases

For gaming, the G1 NEO brings microphone control, sound effects and quick mute access into one mixer, helping you manage voice chat without leaving the session. For livestreams and podcasts, the XLR input, soundpads and Loopback support a setup that combines spoken audio with cues or computer audio. Bluetooth accompaniment can add music or other audio to a live session, while voice effects offer another way to personalize content.

A simple microphone connection may suit someone who only needs to speak into a mic. This mixer is more suited to creators who want hands-on audio controls, custom sounds and streaming features together. It suits you if you use an XLR microphone and want to add voice effects or sound cues to gaming, podcasting or live content.

Buying verdict

Choose the MAONO G1 NEO White when your streaming setup calls for an XLR mic interface with soundpads, Bluetooth accompaniment and convenient controls in a compact format. Its mix of one-click functions, customizable RGB and support for PS4 and PS5 makes it a practical fit for gaming streams and creator workflows where voice and added audio are part of the show.