Analog Audio Mixer Console-Air1-8-Channel
WHEATSTONE
AUDIOARTS AIR-1
8 CHANNEL ANALOG RADIO MIXER
A True Broadcast Console…in a Tiny Package

Conserve studio space, not studio capability. The AIR-1 is
our most capable standalone console in a compact footprint yet. It fits
anywhere your laptop computer does for on-air, production, podcasting or
remotes. The Audioarts AIR-1’s proven design has become the number one
choice for small studios and production rooms due to its compact
footprint, professional features, and attractive price. Now, with a USB
interface, this same small console is able to send and receive audio from
devices such as digital audio workstations, playout systems, and
automation systems.
The AIR-1 is ideal for remotes, small on-air studios, web streaming,
production, or any situation where a compact, low-cost, highly capable
radio console is needed.

The AIR-1 covers all the basics: two mic inputs,
six stereo line inputs, two program busses, a flexible metering and
monitoring section usually found only in larger boards, cue output,
muting, and a built-in headphone amp.
Small, so it can easily be used in a tight space such as a news or voice
tracking booth, or on remotes. Rugged, built to Wheatstone/Audioarts’
usual high standards to last and last.
AIR-1 is surprisingly inexpensive, so it fits any budget. You don’t have
to give up features or scrimp on the quality you need. Sometimes a
powerful, compact broadcast console is exactly what you need. The
Audioarts AIR-1 is it.
Features
- USB Interface
Send/receive connection to digital audio workstations, playout systems and automation systems - Low Profile Compact Design
Only 15”/39cm wide to conserve studio space. - Long-Throw Faders
On input channels, monitor output and headphone output. - Two Mic Input Faders
Extremely high-performance mic preamps – noise level just 1dB short of the theoretical limit – with enough headroom to handle the most enthusiastic voice. Continuously variable gain trims to precisely match your microphones. - Six Line Input Faders
True differential electronically balanced inputs, not a semi-pro unbalanced input that merely accept balanced signals. - Two Program Buses
Full balanced broadcast standard, switchable stereo or mono. For remote applications, use PGM 1 for the feed to the station, PGM 2 for the house monitors or phone mix-minus. - External Input
Feeds the monitor section for listening to live air or talkback from the studio. - Monitor Output
Front panel long-throw fader. Switchable PGM 1, PGM 2 or EXTernal; can mute when MIC 1 and/or MIC 2 is on. - Headphone Output
Front panel long-throw fader. Built-in powerful headphone amplifier. - Cue Output
Provides preview to an optional external cue speaker amplifier. Can be set to automatically interrupt your main stereo monitors. - Split Cue
Switchable separately for speaker and headphone. When any fader is in CUE, sends CUE audio to the left channel, L+R sum of the selected monitor source to the right channel. Very useful in remotes for sending local program to one ear of the talent, talkback from the studio to the other ear. - Switched Meter
PGM 1, PGM 2 or EXTernal input. - Solid State Leds
On all switches so you never need to replace burned-out bulbs. External In-Line Power Supply for hum free, cool reliable operation. - On-Air Light
Front panel LED between the meters, and a relay output to drive an external ON AIR light. Activates when a mic channel is ON and enabled for monitor mute.
Bottom-mounted dip switches for easy programming
MONO SUM
PGM outputs can be stereo or mono sum
INPUT LEVEL
LINE and EXT input can be set to +4dBu (broadcast professional standard)
or –4dBu (consumer)
MONITOR MUTE
Mic inputs
can mute monitor speaker when mic channel is turned on (prevent control
room feedback)
SPLIT CUE
Sends CUE to the left channel, L+R sum of the selected monitor source to
the right channel
CUE TO MONITOR
When on, any source in cue will interrupt the monitor speakers, similar to
solo

SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO INPUT | |
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Mic | XLR connector, balanced |
Electronic differential >2KΩ bridging | |
Adjustable sensitivity -64dB to -24dB | |
Maximum input 0dBu | |
Line | Separate left and right 1/4” TRS connectors, balanced |
Electronic differential >40KΩ bridging | |
Switchable sensitivity +4dBu=0VU or -4dBu=0VU | |
Maximum input +28dBu | |
External | Same as Line |
AUDIO OUTPUT | |
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Program | Separate left and right 1/4” TRS connectors, balanced |
Electronic differential 100Ω source impedance to drive >600Ω | |
0VU=+4dBu, maximum output +28dBu | |
Monitor | Separate left and right 1/4” TRS connectors, unbalanced |
Headphone Stereo 1/4” TRS connector to directly drive typical broadcast style headphones >200Ω | |
Cue | 1/4” TRS connector, unbalanced |
LOGIC | |
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On-Air | 1/4” 2-conductor TS |
Low-current relay contact closure to drive external relay to switch AC to on-air light |
PERFORMANCE | |
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Frequency Response | Mic ±0.10dB 20Hz-20kHz |
Line ±0.05dB 20Hz-20kHz | |
THD | Mic <0.002% @1kHz/+24dBu |
Line <0.0003% @1kHz/+24dBu | |
Noise | Mic -128dB EIN |
Line -92dB ref +4dBu | |
Bus crosstalk | -100dB @1kHz, -96dB @20kHz |
Stereo separation | 95dB @1kHz |
PHYSICAL | |
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Dimensions: | 15.2”/38.6cm wide |
11.5”/29.2cm deep | |
1.3”/3.3cm high @front | |
2.5”/6.2cm high @rear | |
Weight: | 7lbs/3.2kg |
Shipping Weight: | 12lbs/5.4kg |
Power | 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 25W |
ROHS | Compliant |

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UNIQUE SOLUTIONS: TOP PERFORMANCES AND RELIABILITY
- HOT PLUG-IN POWER SUPPLY for Instant replacement of the power supplies, easy maintenance, without off-air. The power supply plug-in modules can be safely removed from the front panel without interrupting the transmission.
- STANDARD MARKET AVAILABLE POWER SUPPLY
- SMP: Superior Modular Philosophy
- MODULARITY with very light amplifier modules (less than 17kg/34lbs each)
- Maximum Redundancy
- Ultra compact size 2U for each amplifier module
- DIRECT INTERNET CONNECTION: all the WIRED Line components have direct connection to internet without the help of any external box or accessories.
- LOWEST LOST OF POWER OF THE MARKET IN CASE OF FAILURE OF ONE MODULE: Due to combination of 2kW amplifier modules, extremely low output power loss in case of failure.
- TOTALLY MADE IN ALLUINUM: for minimum weight and robustness.
- AIR PROTECTION: all the internal components are designed to avoid the direct contact with the air, mainly the air coming in from the fans, this avoid all the failures produced by the air corrosion.
- MIRROR Network Mirror System:
- DIREC ACCESS TO MAIN COMMANDS
- OVERALL STATUS SHOWING BY LED
- TOUCH SCREEN BRAIN CONTROL UNIT: The control unit have the specific function to supervise the transmitter, even in case of failure of it (or turned off) manual control of the transmitter guarantee perfect operation.
- Web control
- Extremely detailed web control with all main parameters fully controllable and adjustable, available.
- Weekly scheduler output power for energy consumption optimization management.
- E-mails configuration available sent for any event.
- Remotely upgradable
- SMART BROWSING
- 65:1 VSWR TOLERANCE