Tascam MiniStudio: Small, but Powerful

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The very compact Tascam MiniStudio comes with the device itself and a USB cable to connect to any computer or laptop. Features include:
- 2 XLR microphone inputs with 48v phantom power.
- Gain dial for each mic input.
- Clear display of broadcasting levels.
- Headphone/speaker connection for monitoring.
There are a range of features that make this suitable for beginners, but with professional sounding results. If you're looking for a very compact, affordable, and easy to use audio interface, then you can't go wrong with the Tascam MiniStudio.
