MAONO G3 Gaming Audio Mixer with 4 Faders, 3 Submixes and XLR Input

At 18 x 15.7 x 6.7 cm, the MAONO G3 is a compact desktop mixer for PC streaming. Four physical faders put key audio controls within reach. Assign sources through MAONO Arena on Windows and manage your voice, game, chat and music from one unit. Three submixes let you shape different audio for yourself, your audience and your teammates.

What to know

The G3 brings together a four-channel mixer and an XLR interface for gaming and creator setups. Its four faders can be assigned to sources such as a microphone, game audio, music, chat apps or alerts, so you can adjust levels directly instead of navigating software menus mid-session. Dedicated mute keys make it easier to silence a source quickly when a conversation or live moment calls for it.

The three submixes give you separate ways to send audio to different listeners. For example, you can keep game sound prominent in your own headphones, send commentary and music to viewers, and provide teammates with callouts or selected game audio. Dual USB-C connectivity supports single- or dual-PC streaming workflows, while the Windows-based MAONO Arena software handles source assignment and routing. This makes the G3 especially useful when several audio sources need hands-on management during a stream or online session.

For voice, the XLR input supports 48V phantom power, a preamp with up to 57 dB of gain, direct monitoring and AI noise reduction support. Sound pads, RGB lighting and a compact angled desktop design add accessible controls for live reactions and sound cues. The mixer operates from corded electric power and has a 48 kHz frequency specification.

Fit and sizing

The G3 measures 18 cm deep, 15.7 cm wide and 6.7 cm high, giving it a compact footprint for a gaming or streaming desk. Its angled desktop layout keeps the faders and buttons accessible while you focus on a game, a call or a live presentation. It is designed for Windows streaming with MAONO Arena, XLR microphones, headset monitoring and desktop speakers.

Getting the most from it

Before going live, assign your regular sources to the faders you want to reach quickly. Set up the submixes for your own monitoring, your audience and your teammates, then adjust the balance for the session. During squad play, for instance, you can change the level of music or voice without leaving the game window, during a product walkthrough or online lesson, the same controls help manage narration alongside other audio sources.

The included USB cable and quick start guide support setup at the desk. Customizable sound pads and dedicated mute buttons are useful for adding a cue or silencing audio during audience interaction, while direct monitoring lets you listen to the microphone signal as part of your workflow. For a Windows-based setup that needs more tactile control than adjusting each source in software, the G3 brings routing and level changes together in one place.

Final verdict

The MAONO G3 suits Windows gamers, streamers and solo creators who want hands-on control of multiple audio sources and separate mixes for different listeners. Its four assignable faders, three submixes and XLR voice input make it a practical fit for gameplay streams, commentary, online teaching and product demonstrations, where quick audio adjustments help keep the session moving.