MAONO G3 Gaming Audio Mixer with 4 Faders, 3 Submixes and XLR Input
Product description
The MAONO G3 is a compact, angled desktop audio mixer for Windows gaming and streaming setups. Four physical faders put frequently used audio sources within reach. Want to balance game sound, chat, music, and your voice without digging through software menus? Assign sources in MAONO Arena and adjust them directly at your desk.
Key specifications
- Type: Unpowered audio mixer and XLR interface
- Controls: Four physical faders and dedicated mute buttons
- Audio routing: Three submixes and source mapping through MAONO Arena
- XLR input: Up to 57 dB low-noise preamp, 48V phantom power, and direct monitoring
- Connectivity: Dual USB-C, 3.5mm, USB Type-C, and XLR connectors
- Frequency: 48 kHz
Everyday compatibility
Designed for Windows-based streaming, the G3 works with MAONO Arena software to assign sources such as a microphone, game audio, music, chat apps, and alerts to the four faders. This gives you a hands-on alternative to managing every level through separate on-screen controls. For example, during a squad stream, you can adjust your voice, game sound, and chat while keeping the mix organized at your desk.
Three submixes let you create separate audio mixes for yourself, your audience, and teammates rather than sending every listener the same blend. That can be useful when you want to monitor the game closely while viewers hear your commentary and balanced music, or when teammates need callouts without the full stream mix. Dual USB-C connectivity also supports single-computer and dual-PC streaming workflows.
Tips for day-to-day use
Set up your sources in MAONO Arena around the controls you reach for most often, then use the physical faders and mute buttons for quick adjustments during a live session. The XLR input, direct monitoring, and noise-reduction support suit desk-based voice work such as gameplay commentary, reaction streams, online teaching, and product walkthroughs. If your XLR microphone requires phantom power, the mixer provides 48V.
Customizable sound pads can trigger audio during reactions or audience interaction, while RGB lighting adds a visible accent to the desktop setup. The compact, angled layout keeps the main controls accessible for streams where you want to respond to game audio or chat without shifting attention away from the screen.
Practical questions
Can I use the G3 for a dual-PC stream? Yes. Its dual USB-C connectivity and routing features are designed to support dual-PC streaming as well as single-computer setups.
Can I create different mixes for viewers and teammates? The three submixes let you prepare separate mixes for yourself, your audience, and your teammates, so each can receive an audio balance suited to their role.
What microphone connection does it provide? The mixer has an XLR input, 48V phantom power, a preamp offering up to 57 dB of gain, and direct monitoring for XLR-based voice setups.
Final verdict
The MAONO G3 brings source mapping, physical level controls, and flexible submixing together in one desktop unit. It is a practical fit for Windows gamers, streamers, and solo creators who want to manage voice, game audio, chat, and music from a dedicated mixer, with extra routing options for audience and team mixes.