FINALLY!! A CHEAP(er) GoXLR!! - the GoXLR Mini

[@Senpai]

Headed straight out to PAX after filming this and had to cut the feature suggestions short. Here is a short list of things I'd like to see them add (and what would you like to see them add?): 1. Cough button given same mute button functionality 2. Stream Deck integration (for muting, routing table changes, etc) 3. Assign Mic monitoring to fader 4. Add monitoring to EVERY input

[@Shekky_]

why does it say 6 hours ago...

[@IamKurdo]

please add your new stream package in discord like transition or your cam layout

[@KorokuGaming]

Thanks for these videos, it's thanks to you that I have a brilliant camera setup for my twitch stream now that didn't completely break the bank. I look dammmn professional on stream now and it's gaining me followers, thank you again :) Honestly, due to the quality ceiling issues, I'd recommend people a good condenser usb mic like a blue yeti/rode nt USB/at2020 and to not even consider the go xlr setup until they're making a living off of streaming, but that's just me and I'm no success yet haha.

[@staffie85]

🤔 When's this Harris Heller GoXLR going to be released because that one you just made up sounds perfect 😈 Thanks for the video and keep up the good work.

[@masterf1999]

Harris Stream Deck integration has been announce in the Helicon Discord, it's being worked on right now :-)

[@SirCampington]

Harris: "They made it idiot proof" Me: *Feeling underestimated*

[@digitalmedia8847]

Me: Is that a challenge

[@mansomg]

This dude taught me better than a school

[@xdgummygaming9397]

Yeeeees

[@bauernothockey]

Petition to make him our teacher for online school

[@mansomg]

I’m down

[@MannyA23]

Honestly what can't you learn on KZbin?

[@MannyA23]

@@bauernothockey no because then you have to pay

[@43v3rh1d3n]

"You can hear exactly what the stream hears" that's what's sold me on the GoXLR. I've worked as a live sound mixer for years and thats the thing I've wanted from my set up. When I watch my VODs back my levels are all over the place. Great review!

[@coldblackice]

Very cool!

[@stormz751]

You've been really helpful for starting my stream and i thank you for not being greedy and helping others!.!.!

[@Ukspambo]

What’s your stream name

[@TaylorTowne]

Man, let me start by saying I love your videos. You've got me as a subscriber for sure! I am a new content creator and you are REALLY helping me get a feel for what audio equipment is out there. I know this is 4 years old but I'm pretty behind in my audio knowledge. Thank you!

[@tomseymore9395]

I especially appreciate the technical, yet highly accessible & intuitive breakdown of the output rates, etc. Another entertaining, yet educational video. Thanks!

[@emberia]

Holy crap... Was looking everywhere for info about the motorized faders not being present on the Mini, but this is the first time I've seen any mention of how they work in tandem with profiles. Thank you for your content! I only recently found this channel and there's been so much "no-bullshit" guidance here, I love it. Also what I mentioned sold me on the Mini vs the normal model. Thank you :)

[@fightinghabits7304]

Man I just started watching your channel and by far the best content on perspective on streaming and audio Quality feedback. Also did the goxlr spike up a 100 bucks or was it alway 498$

[@MrGamingTec]

Can i use both of them together you know to have more chanels??

[@pixpew]

On twitter they said you can't =/ but you can connect one to the stream pc and one to the game pc and cheat that way.

[@MrGamingTec]

PIXPEW thank you !!

[@Proudmas]

Wow I’m late but one thing I remember seeing was if you use the line in and line outs into each other it should work

[@ShayK47]

I've had the GoXLR for about 4 months now, and it is by far the best thing I have ever bought. From trolling friends in Discord, to scaring kids in game with my spooky voice, it's the most creative tool, yet practical for complete sound control. It's sheer genius. The mini is super handy by the looks of it. Even for day to day audio, sitting at your PC, it's so nice having Spotify volume on a slider!

[@Whiprealgood]

My god I rarely comment on KZbin videos but I have to give this a go. You've sold me on this device, like I really want it now! You're nailing your videos in every way even to the point of what the device could do better even on a sponsored video ( i assume it's sponsored as you did not say it wasn't). Keep it up Harris, I subscribed to you probably a bit over a year ago and I have not stopped watching, I will always support your professional informative self.

[@CoalitionGaming]

A Harris Heller edition GoXLR would be no brainer buy for people like us! Looking forward to the Rode Podmic review!

[@RageElixir]

ultimately, i think id be happy with the goxlr mini + sm7b

[@ruinfox4108]

Same. i ordered my goxlr mini yesterday. and the mic will be ordered end of march

[@crazycat5777]

@@ruinfox4108 I had the goxlr with a 2 year protection and after 1 year I returned it and I just ordered the mini. For half the price you get the most important feautures. I had fun with the soundboard and auto-tune but for 250$ more it wasn’t worth i to me I think I annoyed more people than did good lol.

[@ruinfox4108]

@@crazycat5777 yeah i mean i got a bit of money to blow. if i dont really like it i could always return it lol. i order my sm7b tomorrow anyway

[@coldblackice]

@@crazycat5777 Good to know, thanks for sharing. I think I'll go that route, as well.

[@steimystein4368]

As a sound engineer for over 40 years, almost any Shure microphone can be made to sound as good or better than the Sm7b

[@iRogueRenegade]

Couldn't have asked for a better expert on audio when it comes to recording or streaming. You are amazing at how much content and info you put up and keep up to date. Keep up the amazing work i can't your channel explode.

[@DG-america]

GoXLR Mid: 4 channels non-motorized, voice changer, and printed labels atop the channels in a box size in between the regular and mini. #winning TY for the timestamp. ASMR is just freakin creepy. Oh, and you rock!

[@IronBandit_]

Rock Solid & Right On comparison! I have yet to watch one of your videos and not learn something. Thank you for taking the time out to help out so many people during their journey's.

[@KenBeans]

Ur so damn smart about streaming it blows my mind. Thanks for all the help even tho u never gonna see this ❤️

[@zashmnk]

Yo, congrats on 100k Harris / Alpha Gaming crew. Y'all earned it.

[@lemonadedisco4262]

Oh my god I want it so bad, but I want your hypothetical version even more

[@Sarranuva]

Thank you so much for this video Harris! Been watching so many of your videos but the aside from the amazing advice in this video, the audio upgrade path was the best. I have a Blue Yeti already and I was halfway to searching for a video on how to use a Yeti with the the mini but you've covered it off! Thanks again!

[@PlayC4]

You are one of the best in reviewing I've ever saw. You honest opinion is something i don't wanna miss when it comes to upgrading my stuff. Thank you so much!

[@6xo6xo47]

An electrical engineer can spot all the effort you put in the accuracy of your content. Wish you all the best and more growth on the platform.

[@jokester347]

Harris you nailed the asmr again man!!! LOVE IT!!!!!

[@Paul_Todkill]

Solid review! One point in regards to the quality ceiling. Twitch is actually upgrading a lot of stuff behind the scenes that most of the public isn't aware of in terms of quality - beta features for partners and grandfathered accounts. For example: You can now stream up to 10k kpbs (8k reliably) as opposed to 6k that Twitch claims you can. (They'll yell at you but you can still do it). You can stream up to 120fps (Set your value in OBS to integer value and set it manually) so those of us with 144hz monitors can enjoy that goodness (also need to be streaming in 10k for it to not look like ass). They've also rolled out increased audio quality, don't have the exact values but if you listen to a channel like a_couple_streams their quality is far and above anything else anyone is doing atm. Taking advantage of (I believe) some increased audio quality partner features. Just food for thought that investing in some top of the line studio-quality gear may actually pay dividends in coming years. (But yeah 60% of people still listen on phones so lul).

[@Sherizati]

13:00 THIS! Harris, holy shit it's exactly what I want out of an audio device!

[@cakerins]

I want to thank you for your audio knowledge. You give just enough tech language to explain things intelligently. Bravo!

[@NatorDM]

Thank God! Only a few months of waiting, and it shall be MINE!! I literally almost bit the bullet and bought the original. So glad I turned my notifications on for your channel. Thanks... seriously!!

[@cactusstudios1371]

Thank you so much for clearining this up i have recently baught the GOXLR mini and i can't wait to start useing it.

[@BindlestiffGames]

Brilliant overview, and loved the question answering session at the end. Subscribed!

[@Z1Gaming]

Love the video, I’m actually on the other end when it comes to the sliders. I would love to see the sampler removed and add 2 - 4 more sliders or one for each channel available.

[@Shaeman111]

THE ONE TIME I NEED TO HEAR A VIDEO WHILE IN THE SHOWER YOU'RE WHISPERING 😭

[@therealmattseal]

As always, amazing video. Congrats on 100K!

[@liamgriffiths7767]

Congrats on 100 subs Harris.

[@Tiogar]

great video as always ! congrats for 100k ;) It's a great idea to make a cheaper goxlr for streamers who don't need all the functions of the classic goxlr. btw i came on your stream a few days ago, keep up the good work !

[@MossyStoneUK]

11:45 statements like that or why this is one of my favourite channels, it's something so many people don't seem to understand

[@buer5900]

Honestly, for everyone out there that's debating between the two, go with the Mini. Here are my reasons, which may get lost in the comments: 1. The screens unless you are looking directly above/at a slight angle, you cannot even see anything besides the light. I personally don't want to have my GoXLR at/near my keyboard, some may. 2. Maybe it's just me, but I really don't use the effects very often. I thought I would a lot, but in reality, I don't. Maybe if It was some roleplay with Grand Theft Auto or something. 3. The Sampler is garbage(okay, maybe that's harsh to say). It resets CONSTANTLY. Sure, maybe every other restart isnt constant but after a while, it gets really annoying having to throw the mp3 files back on, when you already saved it as a profile previously and it for whatever reason is now overwritten with nothing there. Side note, Kind of annoyed at the fact that there are 2 icons for the GoXLR in the taskbar, but maybe that's just me wanting to have a minimal taskbar without icon's being hidden. Personally would prefer it to be one application. Maybe this is changed with the Mini as one simply controls the sampler/effects?

[@Atrociousnes]

Im glad I found this video you answered my questions I had and made it easy for someone thats not as tech savvy

[@5ecretcode]

The single fader could have a single LED with a fade BAR indicating where you left your original fader at - so you can have a visual of your adjustment as well.

[@frankies.4500]

I believe TC Helicon is part of TC Electronic which was bought by Behringer. They use the Midas preamps in the UMC line of interfaces. Nice to see them shake the stigma of low quality products.

[@ChaseBeyond]

Great review! I’m looking forward to upgrading to the mini in the future from my current mixer :)

[@Madamasteriakat]

DAMN hitting the NAIL on the HEAD with a sludge hammer with this one Harris! 5% more IS EVERYTHING THING! thank you as always

[@Dlaspcs]

Congrats on 100k subs bro love your channel

[@messiahsaccountent]

hey man sincerly, your videos are very approachable and easy to digest. im an enthuasiast with little knowledge and your videos bridge that gape big time.

[@alisonrae]

Congratulations on 100k! Yay!

[@dannynetwrk9245]

Another wireless headset that works is the Arctics 7 the usb dongle has a line in that you can use the 3.5mm cable to broadcast audio to your headset.

[@BenjiDWJ]

An awesome video & discussion as always! Cheers, Harris! 😁 🍻

[@ianconner8019]

great video layout I actually was really hoping to find something about wireless headphones. New sub great content!

[@BreonNagy]

I like the idea of the mini. The first thing I said when the GoXLR came out was "cut the effects and I'm sold". I'm a little disappointed that they didn't try to squeeze all of the i/o on the back panel for better cable management

[@HeliconGaming]

Just for the record - we indeed did try. The good news is we know that there will be some people who are happy to have the cables out the front. It's a win/lose either way, but we did originally spec GoXLR Mini to all go out the back.

[@warmmafura]

Thank you for doing this video, I have this Mixer call the Rubix-44 from Roland and it didn't sound that beautiful as your stream. I might save up and invest for the mini in the future! Really need an idiot proof device for people like me. Really appreciate this video. Also congrats hitting 100K Subscribers!

[@mrkasparauzer5134]

Hey, love ur channel. Best of twitch tutorials and tips. Wait for GoXLR tricks video

[@Beedyboyofficial]

Tip for people with usb dongle wireless headset: connect goxlr line output to your pc, get base voicemeeter, set input to line in, output it to wireless headphone and any other outputs you want. There is no delay at all. You are welcome:)

[@kcasni]

100.000 subs. Good job men!!

[@DavidLindgren89]

Best advice in the whole video: 13:40 🙏⭐️

[@ZeyRides]

I am so glad that I didnt purchase the full size one, now knowing that there is a smaller, more affordable one coming out. I decided to purchase the Asus ROG Swift PG258Q 240Hz monitor since that would serve me better than dumping $400 on something that doesnt matter that much on my stream *yet*. Now seeing this, I have a new device in mind. Thanks for the amazing review, Harris.

[@TrekkeursCompulsifs]

You didn't mention the lack of 48V phantom power on this one. For me it's a complete game changer.

[@andrewtran2536]

He probably didn’t mention the lack of phantom power because the GoXLR Mini actually does provide phantom power.

[@lyianx]

9:41 - I disagree. I have a Podmic plugged into mine and everyone has complained its very quiet unless i crank up the mic volume up to like 85-90%, which should not be necessary. I have a cloud lifter on it now and am able to keep it at a more reasonable 70% with the Gain set to 26dB. Increasing the gain higher just adds static noise, which i had to do a bit without the lifter. Unless you can suggest something to improve that in the XLR settings someplace, i did go over your GoXRL setup video several times and it was still very quiet below 85% volume.

[@ASYLUMCUSTOMWOODWORKING]

Awesome vid , and Perfect timing I am looking at buy the goxlr for my channel. you gave me lots to think about.

[@kevinlecavalier9720]

I'm probably getting that when I feel like it's the good time, I don't know audio but could start there! thx for all your content!

[@AmirHajri]

So a steel series arctic 7 wireless would work becouse it has the receiver thing or is that different

[@bobjohnson3794]

CONGRATS on 100k!

[@elchupagoat2169]

Your help has made all the difference in my young KZbin career

[@garyfromwork6334]

MidCovid 2020, the pricing on Amazon for these have more than doubled. Yeeeeesh.

[@jonasKimpel]

9:53 this sounds amazing 🤩 what setting do you use there for the go xlr mini and the shure sm7b?

[@TheDivineOmega]

Love the included upgrade progression timeline!

[@FishFPS]

When I used my Shure SM7B with the GoXLR, I had to drive the pre-amp up pretty high and got a pretty loud hiss as a result. Putting a CloudLifter in the loop resolved it and I only need about 30dB of gain from the GoXLR to get a nice sound.

[@sethgallop9266]

The asmr unboxings are great keep it up

[@nprbiz]

yeah dude. ur A maz-ing.. You find some real creative ways to change up the pace of your videos. and When you start watching them like 8-15 in a row. change up is much appreciated. Ive been trying to put my finger on what it is that makes your content so appealing.. I mean other than than the metric shit ton of info, that Ive gleaned from them... And for me.. I think its 2 things. #1. Your are Sincere to the Nine's.. and if you aren't really sincere, then you my friend, have pulled of the sincere act like no one Ive ever seen. (im going with the 1st one.) #2. You have an honest Connection to your personality and who you are. Meaning, That I never see you struggle internally during your delivery. you know like melted butter on flapjacks.. lol.. Anyway.. I coulda just said great job, but you deserve better than that. Thanks for what you do. And for what its's worth, you are definitely on the right path.

[@MauNFL]

You're unbelievably good at explaining this whole audio thing that's, as you said, super complicated. Appreciate your work, man!

[@mistlive]

Congrats for the 100K 💯

[@rudeirishknight6018]

ok I understand the price difference and sorry if this a repeated question. I have been looking into this for awhile now. I have currently a Xenyx Q502 and I am going to upgrade to the GO XLR should I just save up for the big GO XLR or look into the Mini GO XLR?

[@casedistorted]

RudeIrishKnight I think he answered it with the video but seems like you didn’t watch it lol, they’re the same quality just depends how many features you want.

[@josiahmsantiago]

I really want to get into streaming but I don't have a crazy amount of money to get a goxlr and a new mic. Now that they have mini version for $250 idk if I should get the GoXLR mini or the Yamaha MG10XU which is around $200. What do you guys recommend?

[@Outdoor_Andy]

1 minute in and you answered my question. About to make a bunch off of selling my other audio gear 🙌

[@king_of_fluff6149]

I think your version of the goxlr mini is really smart and I think could be better than the actual one.

[@ashleycullen.933]

Your possibly the only channel along with linus or jayz2cents I'd trust when giving consumer advise. I'm sold and picking up a Goxlr mini today.

[@himynameisryan]

Congratulations on 100K btw

[@NoobzDownTV]

Awesome - thank you for all of your Great work! :)

[@igichan]

I'd be good if they replace the voice changer with a toggle switch that give you basic reverb or echo. That's the main thing I like about the Yamaha MG06X, but it's touch to mix audio sources from within windows with an analogue.

[@eringrides3796]

I agree with you! Seeing a single motorized fader, voice changer, plus the mute button would be amazing. Even better if they could get it around $150!! Thank you as always for your advice!

[@zatoichiable]

A ducker to reduce all volumes sound when mic is used would be a nice added feature...

[@cliffcreates]

that asmr unboxing was awkward af 🤔 love it! enjoyed the rest of the video too 😁

[@memistic2536]

When you were whispering i was listening on my dt 990s and could not stand that treble 😂

[@McNallyM]

That is great at this point for me $250 is very doable!!!! Another banger Harris!!😎 Thank you!!🙏🏻

[@omegacon4]

You are nuts. You can buy a fully functional audio mixer (e.g. Yamaha) for $199. You are the exact type of customer that Helicon wants to trick into buying this product.

[@sirtaugs]

@@omegacon4 I'm willing to pay the extra 50 for full software support and RGB on the fly. I thought 400 was ridiculous for the Go XLR. But I've been a user for 6 months now and its been worth every penny. Used USB audio mixers in the past. Including the Yamaha you're probably talking about (AG06) This mini works great for this type of content creating. Not a music mixer with multiple 1/4 ports that your average streamer and PC user wouldn't use. For a musician the Yamaha is a great mixer to use to stream their content.

[@Yevgen4000]

My only complaint with the GoXLR Mini is that it only has 24V of Phantom Power, which is not enough to power any higher end mic. If it had 48V, I wouldn't have a single (good) reason to use the GoXLR over the GoXLR Mini (so maybe that's what they're trying to do)

[@kaifausty6410]

👀✨ I see that subtle #givesamaraise ( 3:28 ) Almost slipped by too. Good job Sam 👍 (and F for your internal sanity)

[@waquo]

Question: How is the latency mic to headphone when using wireless headphones? I understand the GoXLR has 4.5ms latency from mic in to HP out, which is good. It used to be 11ms before the big software update, which was slightly uncomfortable for monitoring. How is it with the Steelseries wireless transmitter added?

[@PhilzGoodMan]

I absolutely love how you intersected recording/pro audio with gaming and streaming on your channel! Have you tried RME's interfaces before?

[@fireblazer54]

dat stereo audio tho, i was mindblown when I heard that youtube is usually mono for me

[@kyledickerson9700]

$250 for the amount of features the mini is packing plus the 72db of gain (ie no CL needed) along with the Midas preamps, this thing is an absolute steal and as soon as Helicon announces pre-orders, I’m buying asap.

[@marius.n-m]

1 thing i don`t like. input and output on the front. i would like to have in on the back. and. is the voice changer in the software. or is it all gone?

[@aaymax]

Hey, Herris! Thanks a lot for this review. What about voice monitoring in it? Do you use it to hear yourself while streaming or not? I've read on reddit that there is a small delay, so i have some concerns now. Because I have now dbx 286s and behringer 1204 with scarlet solo, but want something small and compact but with the same functionality.

[@HeliconGaming]

Most hardware mixers have a 3ms latency. Because we do more vocal processing than most hardware mixers, ours is about 4ms latency. It's not something we've had anyone notice. In the latest GoXLR Summer Update we reduced the GoXLR Latency from 11ms to 4.5ms (GoXLR Mini is slightly lower latency than GoXLR), and since then we've had no complaints!

[@PatrickHaveSomeFun]

Hell yea I'd love to have a GoXLR like that, voice changer for me is kinda a "must" since I make a lot of weird ass noises with my own voice / mouth that can be really used in many ways with a voice changer.

[@JonnyBravo0311]

+72db of gain is pretty impressive for the mic preamp! That will drive pretty much any dynamic or ribbon. If I were going to suggest a path, I’d start with a Samson Q2U or Atr2100 over the Yeti. Save a few bucks that you can then put towards that GoXLR mini. Then you get the GoXLR and you can still use the same mic you have been... now using the XLR connection instead of the USB. From there... well, there are so many good mic choices...

[@sirtaugs]

XlR mic's are def in a league of their own. I cant go back to USB mic's

[@Throggy]

Finally, I knew I didn't need the full GO XLR, however, this mini version really has caught my eye. I'm wanting to upgrade my mic, and I want a XLR mic with a good mixer and then this video gets released.... I think it is a sign, but I do have to wait till I hit my sub goal to upgrade lol

[@omegacon4]

Nice product but targeting a very niche customer demographic. By leaving out a voice sampler in the GoXLR mini, Helicon is focusing on customers who are looking primarily for an audio mixer. But those who want that already know that they can use other audio mixers out in the market (e.g. Yamaha, Behringer). Helicon should focus on what makes their GoXLR special (i.e. combining a voice sampler with audio mixer).

[@bblzryfusion]

I am a bit confused, I just bought a logitech brio and a blue yeti. I need to upgrade my headset and probably going to get the GoXLR. However what I'm confused on is, blue yeti will be for talking to my viewers and headset mic would be for my in game chat correct? Would I put the blue yeti on the GoXLR or should I have it through my gaming headset? And then have blue yeti as an open mic and gaming headset push to talk?

[@milehighguy285]

i have never watch ASMR but i could not stop laughing. Also loved the intro! Thanks for the knowledge

[@jacobbrown8506]

I love the fact that the best words he could come up to describe it was 12:10

[@mik3tb]

A question about the GoXLR Mini: I am trying to understand if I could use the GoXLR Mini purely as an audio interface for other work besides streaming. For example, if I am recording a VO project into Logic on a Shure SM7B connected to this GoXLR Mini, will it function well as an audio interface for professional work? Or would I be better suited going with something like the 2i2, Evo 4, or another audio interface. I want my audio interface to work for both streaming and recording high quality VO. Cheers, and thank you!

[@colby4181]

Well done! Saved me 200$ and you're knowledge is awesome. Thanks for the great video.