ABSTRACT
This chapter outlines what mixer types there are, some tips on using them, and some mixing features available in NLEs. Field mixers are typically small, rugged and should ideally be battery powered and lightweight. On a lot of video shoots, a cameraman might also be the sound person. Meters on the field mixer are very handy for showing if the input is clipping or not. In addition, field mixers typically have an input peak limiter, which prevents the incoming signal from clipping. For mixers in the post-room, the choices are incredibly vast. Studio mixers also have EQ controls so one can have some level of control over the highs, mids and lows of their input, as well as panning controls. A really good studio mixer provides several audio tools to simplify production duties. Nonlinear editors contain a mixer panel of some sort that operates similarly in function as a real world mixer minus some features such as EQ.
