The Blackmagic Design ATEM Microphone Converter is a specialized audio interface accessory designed to expand the audio input capabilities of ATEM live production switchers, particularly the compact ATEM Television Studio models. It addresses a common need in live production by providing two additional, high-quality microphone preamps with phantom power, allowing users to connect professional XLR microphones directly to their ATEM ecosystem without requiring an external mixer. This converter seamlessly integrates with the ATEM software, making the added microphone channels appear and behave like native inputs within the switcher's audio mixer.

The converter features two combo XLR/TRS input jacks, each with its own gain control and a shared +48V phantom power switch for powering condenser microphones. It connects to an ATEM switcher via a single USB cable, which carries both audio data and power, creating a clean and simple setup. Once connected, the two microphone channels are automatically detected and become available in the ATEM Software Control interface, where they can be mixed, leveled, and processed alongside the switcher's existing audio sources. This integration is crucial for productions like interviews, panel discussions, or live performances where multiple microphones are needed but desk space or budget for a full external mixer is limited.

Housed in a compact, rugged metal enclosure that matches the aesthetic of other Blackmagic hardware, the ATEM Microphone Converter is built for reliability on the road or in the studio. Its plug-and-play design eliminates complex configuration, making it an accessible and practical solution for content creators, educators, and AV professionals who use ATEM switchers and need to incorporate additional professional audio sources directly into their live production workflow.