mixer
n. countablen. a machine used for combining ingredients or a drink used to dilute alcohol. It can also be a piece of equipment that blends different sounds together.
n. an electronic device or software application used to combine, route, and change the level and dynamics of audio signals. Also refers to a kitchen appliance for blending food or a non-alcoholic beverage added to spirits.
He plugged his microphone into the audio mixer.
The DJ adjusted the levels on the mixer to ensure the transition between the two tracks was seamless.
While a basic four-channel mixer suffices for home recording, professional studios require consoles with extensive routing capabilities to manage complex multi-track sessions effectively.
From mix + -er.
Commonly used in both culinary and technical audio contexts; in social settings, it can also refer to an informal party designed to help people meet.