About the Kramer 102MX 2 Channel Audio Mixer
The Kramer 102MX is a compact, professional-grade stereo audio mixer designed for straightforward and reliable audio signal management in presentation, broadcasting, and small-scale production environments. This two-channel mixer provides essential capabilities for combining, balancing, and conditioning two independent stereo audio sources into a single, mastered stereo output. It is commonly employed in conference rooms, classrooms, houses of worship, and broadcast studios where multiple audio feeds—such as a computer playback, a microphone, or a secondary media player—need to be seamlessly integrated and routed to a sound reinforcement system, recording device, or streaming encoder. The device emphasizes operational simplicity and audio transparency, offering intuitive physical controls for level adjustment and tone shaping without introducing unwanted noise or coloration.
Each of the two input channels features both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA connectors, providing flexibility to connect a wide array of professional and consumer audio sources, including dynamic microphones, line-level instruments, and multimedia devices. Dedicated gain controls, three-band EQ (low, mid, high), and individual level faders allow for precise adjustment of each source to achieve a balanced mix. The mixer incorporates phantom power on the XLR inputs, enabling it to support condenser microphones commonly used in vocal and instrumental applications. A stereo auxiliary input with its own level control offers an additional path for background music or a secondary program feed, which can be blended into the main mix as needed, enhancing the system's versatility.
The main output section delivers a balanced stereo signal via XLR connectors, ensuring a robust, noise-resistant connection to amplifiers or recording equipment. A separate stereo monitor output with level control allows for the creation of a dedicated headphone or cue feed independent of the main mix. Built into a rugged, half-rack metal enclosure, the 102MX is designed for permanent installation in equipment racks or for portable use on a desktop. Its straightforward layout and high-quality components ensure reliable performance, making it an ideal solution for users who require a no-fuss, high-fidelity audio mixer to manage multiple sources in professional AV applications.