BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO Camera Audio Adapter
- XLR and three mini-jack inputs
- Low-noise preamps with two gain settings
- Runs on one 9-volt battery
$161.00 USD
BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO Camera Audio Adapter
The BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO is a compact two-channel camera audio adapter that brings an XLR microphone, wireless receivers, and camera-mounted mics into a camera’s 3.5 mm mic input.
It has one XLR input with 48 V phantom power, two 3.5 mm mono inputs, and one 3.5 mm stereo input with plug-in power for camera-mounted mics such as RODE VideoMics. You can record two sources at once and adjust each channel’s level even while recording, and Good/Over indicators show the level at a glance.
Low-noise preamplifiers with two gain settings send a strong signal, so the camera’s gain can be turned down to cut hiss. The headphone jack monitors the adapter while recording or the camera on playback, and audio bracketing records a second, lower-level channel as a backup.
The adapter mounts under the camera to its tripod attachment, or on the hot shoe with the brass mounting foot, clear of the battery drawer. A mounting shoe on each side holds accessories. It runs on one 9-volt alkaline or lithium battery, about 3 hours on alkaline or 8 hours on lithium without phantom power.
Features
- XLR input with switchable 48 V phantom power
- Two 3.5 mm mono and one 3.5 mm stereo inputs with plug-in power
- Two gain settings: +15 dB and +30 dB
- Level control on each channel
- Good/Over level indicators
- Headphone amplifier with volume control
- Mounts under the camera or on the hot shoe
- Runs on one 9-volt battery
- Extruded aluminum chassis with two side mounting shoes
What's Included
- DXA-MICRO PRO adapter
- 2 × SC35 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm cables
- Brass mounting foot with knurled wheel and attachment bolt
- Allen key
Specifications
| Inputs | 1 × XLR; 2 × 3.5 mm mono mini-jack; 1 × 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack |
|---|---|
| Maximum input level | −14 dBu (LO gain), −29 dBu (HI gain) |
| Output level | −26 dBu when the level indicators change to red |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) |
| THD + N | Less than 0.03% at 1 kHz, −30 dBu input |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 85 dB at 1 kHz, −30 dBu input |
| Gain | +15 dB (LO), +30 dB (HI) |
| Phantom power | Regulated 48 V, current to 14 mA (direct short) |
| Plug-in power | 3.5 V on all mini-jack mic inputs |
| Output | 3.5 mm unbalanced stereo mini-jack |
| Battery | One 9 V alkaline or lithium battery |
| Battery life | 3 hours typical with alkaline, 8 hours typical with lithium (no phantom power) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 4 × 3 × 1.5 in (102 × 76 × 38 mm) |
| Weight | 12 oz (0.3 kg) |
Features
Inputs
- One balanced XLR connector
- Two unbalanced 3.5mm jacks with plug-in power
- One stereo unbalanced 3.5mm jack with plug-in power
- MONITOR IN for playback monitoring
Outputs
- Unbalanced stereo mini-jack for connection to the camera
Headphone Monitor
- Built-in headphone amplifier with volume control
- 3.5mm phone jack
Phantom Power
- Switchable 48V phantom power for the XLR input
Level Indicators
- Good/Over level indicators
Gain Switch
- Two gain settings to match any microphone
Level Controls
- Adjusts output level on each channel
Low Noise Preamplifiers
- Exceptionally low-noise circuitry for superb audio
- Wide-bandwidth for full rich sound
Playback Monitor
- Provides an easy way to monitor audio on playback
Power
- Easily replaceable 9 volt battery
- Low battery indicator
Case
- Sturdy extruded aluminum enclosure
