Heritage Audio introduced the Mix Buddy, a 9-channel instrument mixer with high-gain and unity-gain outputs along with the rollout of the TUBESTRIP Analog All-tube Channel Strip. These devices offer powerful solutions for controlling an entire audio environment or supercharging recordings with second-order harmonic bliss.

NEW YORK, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Heritage Audio just released the Mix Buddy, a compact mixer with seven dual-mono/stereo unbalanced inputs for instruments and line level gear along with one more channel with a tube-powered mic preamp. The Mix Buddy promises to be a studio command center designed to power any instrument you may have in your setup—route any of your synths, guitars, samplers, keyboards, and drum machines into one singular device for ultimate control of your sound.

Heritage Audio TUBESTRIP, an all-tube analog channel strip featuring a unique preamp with +60 dB of gain and a morphing function between Triode, Pentode, and UltraLinear modes. With a passive inductor-based three-band EQ, two compressors (a tube-based Vari-Mu compressor and a smooth optical compressor), and a -14 to +6 dB output trim, you have full control over your input signals in any scenario.

Heritage Audio Mix Buddy 9-Channel Instrument Mixer MIX BUDDY

Key Features

For Band Performances & Project Studios
7 Dual-Mono/Stereo Unbalanced Inputs
Tube-Based Mic Preamp with Morphing
Balanced Stereo Input Channel
Fully Featured Aux Section per Channel
JFET Circuit Topology
Compact and Portable Form Factor
Transformer-Balanced Outputs

Each Channel is stereo/dual mono: channels 1 through 7 can be toggled between “dual” mode for stereo input and “thru” mode which converts the bottom row input into a throughput, making it work like a DI or a patch point; perfect for effects pedals, chaining outboard gear, or sending an individual signal to its own output. Channels 1 through 4 are Hi-Gain inputs in case you have low output/vintage equipment that needs extra juice, while 5 through 7 are unity gain. Channel 8 is a dedicated stereo balanced input designed for TRS cables. Channel 9 is a microphone input with a tube powered pre and its own dedicated gain and level controls along with a +48V toggle for condenser microphones.

Each channel has its own auxiliary level control that can be individually set to pre or post for maximum flexibility and control for any effects you’re using. The center master section out has two outputs: the Main Out with XLR stereo transformer mic/line level output and Out 2 with transformer less transparent line level output via TRS.

This announcement comes along with the rollout of the new Heritage Audio TUBESTRIP All-tube Channel Strip, packed with powerful DI circuitry with up to 60dB of gain, vari-mu and optical compression, inductor based 3-band parametric EQ, and a switch for swapping compression and EQ order. This rack mounted piece of outboard gear can morph between triode, pentode, and UltraLinear modes, offering engineers massive power and flexibility in the studio.

Heritage Audio TUBESTRIP Analog All-Tube Channel Strip TUBESTRIP

Key Features

Tube Preamp with up to 60 dB of Gain
Triode, Pentode, and UltraLinear Modes
Mic, Line, or Hi-Z DI Input
Inductor-Based 3-Band Parametric EQ
Vari-Mu Compressor Based on LANG P Lane
Switch for Swapping Vari-Mu and EQ Order
Optical Compressor with De-Esser
Output Section with -14 to +6 dB Trim
Custom-Made Transformers
Integrated Universal Power Supply

If you’re looking for complete control of your studio or venue in a powerful and compact package, or if you need a studio-centric tube-based powerhouse to supercharge your recordings, Heritage Audio has some exciting new options for you! Learn more about Mix Buddy at the B&H website or ask one of our audio experts for specific information.

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Heritage Audio Mix Buddy is a compact mixer featuring seven dual-mono / stereo unbalanced inputs for instruments and line-level gear and one tube-powered mic preamp with a unique morphing capability. Along with a balanced stereo input channel, this mixer offers plenty of options for gigging musicians.