Roland GO:MIXER PRO-X: Using with Smartphone Apps
This manual explains how to link the GO:MIXER PRO-X unit with various smartphone applications. The information is based on findings as of March 2021. Please note that linking with specific apps may vary, and methods described here might change due to software updates.
Compatible Smartphone Apps
- ZOOM Cloud Meetings
- Skype
- FaceTime
- Clubhouse
- Zenbeats
- GarageBand
- Instagram Live
- Taobao E commerce
- nana
- 4XCAMERA
- YouTube
- Facebook Live
- Collab
- Twitch
- TwitCasting
- SHOWROOM
- 17LIVE
- LINE LIVE
- Pococha
- FILMIC Pro
Note: Some apps and services may not be available in all countries or regions.
If you experience noise when using iOS 13, it might be due to connecting/disconnecting the GO:MIXER PRO-X while the app is running. Restart your smartphone if noise occurs.
FaceTime and GarageBand are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc.
Company and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
Roland and 4XCAMERA are registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation.
Online Lessons Using the ZOOM Cloud Meetings App
Connection: Use the included 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable to connect your Android smartphone to the unit. For iPhone/iPad, use the appropriate adapter (Lightning or USB Type-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter, sold separately).
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Note for Android: When using an Android smartphone, the audio is in mono. Start the app after connecting to the GO:MIXER PRO-X.
App Settings:
- The Zoom app features echo cancellation and noise suppression by default. To avoid sound interference and warping, turn these features off.
- Configure settings as follows: App [Settings] → [Meetings] → [Use Original Sound]
- Meeting Screen [More] → [Enable Original Sound]
Using This Unit for Online Lessons via Skype
Connection: This feature does not work via USB. Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required. For iPad with USB Type-C, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
FaceTime
Connection: This feature does not work via USB. Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required. For iPad with USB Type-C, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Clubhouse
Connection: Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable when connecting to an iPhone or iPad. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is also required.
Multitrack Recording with Zenbeats
Setup: Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF". Connect your smartphone via USB.
Steps:
- Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF".
- Connect the GO:MIXER PRO-X and launch Zenbeats.
- Tap [New Song].
- Tap [X] to close the Drum Editor.
- Tap [→] to switch to Timeline View.
- Tap [+ Track] to add an audio track.
- Tap [>] to view the track information.
- Tap [In 1] and select [Channel 1/2] in Audio Input.
- Recording begins. To turn off loop recording, touch the loop icon.
Multitrack Recording with GarageBand
Setup: Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF".
Steps:
- Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF". Note: This disables volume control via the [HEADPHONE/SMARTPHONE OUT] knob if connected via USB.
- While connected to the GO:MIXER PRO-X, select the "AUDIO RECORDER" on GarageBand. If "Audio Device Connected" appears, tap "Cancel".
- Tap the audio input icon [?️].
- Tap [Channel] and set it to "Stereo".
- Set [Monitor] to "Off".
Broadcasting to Participating Friends via Instagram Live
Connection: For live broadcasts to participating Instagram friends, USB connection is unavailable. Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required. For iPad with USB Type-C, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Note: USB connection is available for regular Instagram Live broadcasts that do not require invitations. See "Connecting to Other Apps" (p. 22).
Taobao E Commerce
Connection: This feature does not work via USB. Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required. For iPad with USB Type-C, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Collaborating on nana
Setup: Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF". Connect your smartphone via USB.
Steps:
- Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF".
Multitrack Recording by Yourself with 4XCAMERA
Setup: Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF". Connect your smartphone via USB.
Steps:
- Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "OFF".
Using 4XCAMERA to Record the Sound from This Unit with Music Playing on Your Smartphone
Setup: Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "ON". Connect your smartphone via USB.
Steps:
- Set the [LOOP BACK] switch to "ON".
- Tap the camera icon [?].
- Tap the music note icon [?].
- Select music on your smartphone. Note: Music protected by DRM (digital rights management) cannot be selected.
FILMIC Pro
Connection: Connect your Android smartphone to this unit with a 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone/iPad, use the appropriate adapter.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Note for Android: When using an Android smartphone, the audio is in mono. Start the app after connecting to the GO:MIXER PRO-X.
Connection: This feature does not work via USB. Use the 3.5 mm TRRS audio cable. For iPhone, a Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required. For iPad with USB Type-C, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter is required.
Operation: If using the SMARTPHONE IN/OUT jack, operate the unit on battery power.
Connecting to Other Apps
For the following apps, connect as shown in the diagram (USB connection to smartphone):
- YouTube
- Facebook Live (*1)
- Collab
- Instagram Live (*2)
- Twitch
- TwitCasting
- SHOWROOM
- 17LIVE
- LINE LIVE
- Pococha
(*1) Connect the GO:MIXER PRO-X after starting the live broadcast.
(*2) If your Instagram friends are participating, see "Broadcasting to Participating Friends via Instagram Live" (p. 14).