The Maono Maonocaster AMC2 NEO is a compact audio mixer and sound card designed for streaming, podcasting, and content creation. It features a premium preamp with up to 60dB of gain and 48V phantom power to support both dynamic and condenser microphones.
Audio and connectivity
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Data transmission: USB-C.
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Sample rate: 48kHz/16bit.
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Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz.
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THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): \(<0.05\%\) at 1kHz.
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Mic input: XLR / 6.35mm combo jack.
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Line input: 3.5mm AUX-in.
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Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 4.2.
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Headset output power: 20mW, 32Ω (1kHz, THD+N=1%).
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Headphone output: 3.5mm and 6.35mm.
- Compatibility: Windows, macOS, and mobile devices
Power and battery
- Battery type: Li-Polymer.
- Battery capacity: 2000mAh.
- Power input: 5V/1A.
- Charge time: Approximately 3 hours.
- Battery life: Approximately 8 hours (with highest keypads brightness). Some retailers list a 7-hour battery life based on their testing.
Features and controls
- Sound pads: 3 customizable sound pads for triggering sound effects.
- Noise reduction: 2-level intelligent noise reduction.
- Reverb: 6 preset reverb scenes.
- Voice changers: 4 preset voice effects (male, female, baby, robot).
- Side chain: Automatically lowers background music when speaking into the microphone.
- Direct monitoring/loopback: Switchable monitoring to control what is sent to your headphones versus the stream.
- Controls: Independent controls for mic volume, mic gain, AUX input, headphone volume, and stream output.
Dimensions and weight
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 24.5 x 15.7 x 5.5 cm (with buttons included)
- Weight: Some retailers report weights around 0.6 kg or 0.80 kg.