Audio And Video Mixing Desks

Audio And Video Mixing Desks

Audio and video mixing desks, also known as audio and video mixers, are electronic devices used to combine and manipulate audio and video signals. These devices are commonly used in professional audio and video production, as well as in live events such as concerts and television broadcasts. Audio mixing desks are used to control and adjust the levels, frequencies, and effects of multiple audio signals, such as microphones, instruments, and playback devices. They typically feature a number of input channels, each with its own set of controls, as well as a master output section for adjusting the overall output level. Audio mixers may also include built-in effects processors, such as reverb and delay, as well as equalizers for fine-tuning the frequency response of each input channel. Video mixing desks, on the other hand, are used to switch and manipulate multiple video signals, such as cameras, video players, and graphics generators. They typically feature a number of input channels, each with its own preview monitor and control panel, as well as a master output section for adjusting the overall output level. Video mixers may also include built-in effects processors, such as chroma keying and picture-in-picture, as well as color correction tools for adjusting the color balance and brightness of each input channel. In addition to audio and video mixing desks, there are also hybrid devices that combine both functions into a single unit. These devices are commonly used in live events where both audio and video signals need to be mixed and controlled simultaneously.

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— John Jackson

CITATION : "John Jackson. 'Audio And Video Mixing Desks.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=288047 (Accessed on August 18, 2025)"