How to Route App Audio and Loopback in ProStudio 2

Quick take To route app audio in ProStudio 2, assign the app to a virtual playback channel, set its level in the Stream or Chat mix, and select Stream Input or Chat Input in the destination app. This lets OBS, recording software, or voice chat capture computer audio together with the microphone. ProStudio 2 app audio routing lets a MAONO P1 or P2 user place music, browser sound, game audio, a...

How to Mix Your Mic and Music for Phone Livestreaming with MAONO P1

Use a Windows PC for backing tracks and effects while your phone handles the livestream. Quick answer: MAONO P1 can send your microphone, backing track, and sound effects to a phone livestream. In this workflow, a Windows PC runs ProStudio 2 and plays the music and effects, while the phone handles the camera and broadcast. Keep the PC connected throughout the stream. You might already have the ...

MAONO G3 vs. G1 NEO: Which Game Streaming Audio Mixer Should You Choose?

Quick take Choose the MAONO G3 if you stream from a Windows PC and need to control several audio sources separately. It is built for game audio, Discord or chat, music, browser alerts, and microphone control through MAONO Arena. It also supports a dual-PC workflow and lets you create separate Stream, Chat, and Headphone mixes. Choose the Maonocaster G1 NEO if you want a simpler gaming mixer wit...

How the Maono PD500W Fits Into Real Creator Workflows

A microphone rarely stays in one setup anymore. A creator may record a podcast through an audio interface, shoot an interview on a camera, make short videos on a phone, and stream from a computer in the same week. The sound still needs to match, even when the equipment and location change. The Maono PD500W hybrid microphone is designed for that kind of workflow. USB, XLR, and 2.4 GHz wireless g...

MAONO P1 vs P2 vs PS22 Lite: Which Audio Interface Should You Choose?

Quick Take Choose the P1 hybrid audio interface if you record alone and want 70 dB of mic gain, Auto-Gain, and direct phone or camera connectivity.  Choose the P2 hybrid audio interface when you need two microphone or instrument inputs for interviews, two-person podcasts, or collaborative music sessions.  Choose the PS22 Lite audio interface if you want the lowest-cost route into computer-based...

Maono DGM20 vs DGM20W: Which Gaming Mic Is Worth It in 2026?

The Maono DGM20 and the Maono DGM20W are two of the most popular choices for gamers and podcasters; both are made for content creators who want better sound without having to pay studio-level costs. But of course, users and potential buyers want to know: “Which model is better for their setup?” or “Which one is better for gaming?”  This guide breaks down the differences between the Maono DGM20 ...