# Pocket-Sized Smartphone Mixers The Roland GO:MIXER PRO-X Allows for Smartphone Music Recording By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-06-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-gomixer-prox References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/06/22/rolands-new-mobile-mixer-aims-at-turning-your-smartphone-into-a-full-fledged-recording-and-production-studio/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [roland](https://www.roland.com/us/products/gomixer_pro-x/?lang=en-US) The [Roland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-gomixer-studio) GO:MIXER PRO-X smartphone [mixer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salter-british-bakes-stand-mixer) is a feature-rich solution for avid musicians that will enable them to enjoy impressive capabilities directly from their mobile device. The device is compatible for use with both Android and iOS smartphones, and will enable users to keep control over their equipment as they record or livestream their performance. This makes the mixer great for performers, presenters and podcasters alike who need a [portable yet powerful piece of equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundmixer) to fine-tune their audio output. The Roland GO:MIXER PRO-X smartphone mixer can be used virtually anywhere thanks to its compact design and will keep a connected mobile device in place thanks to a dedicated mount notch. This makes it ideal for live-streaming while out in the field. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smartphone Mixing Devices:** The rise of smartphone use in music production presents an opportunity for the development of portable and feature-rich mixing devices that allow for high-quality audio recording and livestreaming. - **Mobile Audio Recording:** As more musicians and podcasters opt for the convenience of recording on the go, there is a growing need for innovations that cater to high-quality audio recording and processing on mobile devices. - **Portable Audio Equipment:** As the demand for portable music and audio equipment continues to rise, there is an opportunity for the development of compact and versatile devices that enable professional-grade recording and mixing remotely. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Music Technology:** Companies in the music technology industry can capitalize on the trend by developing innovative products that enhance the audio recording and mixing capabilities of mobile devices. - **Podcasting:** The growing popularity of podcasting presents an opportunity for companies to develop specialized audio recording and processing equipment that caters to this market segment. - **Live Events:** Event organizers and professionals in the entertainment industry can leverage smartphone mixing devices to enable high-quality livestreams and remote recording of events, even in non-traditional settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Affordable Audio Engineer Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-gomixer-studio.md) - [Palm-Sized Portable Audio Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-audio-mixer.md) - [Compact Podcast Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodecaster-duo.md) - [Simplified Smartphone External Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rode-videomic-go-ii.md) - [Two-in-One Creator Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irig-stream-mic-pro.md) - [All-in-One Streamer Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-bridge-cast-x.md) - [Dedicated Streamer Audio Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-audio-mixer.md) - [Stream-Controlling Mixer Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stream-deck-plus-1.md) - [Portable Multi-Track Recorders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multitrack-recorder.md)