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With the continuously evolving spate of gear expanding the horizons of the mixing art form, DJs have never had more opportunities to explore, experiment with, and customize their sound. For clubs, venues, and stages of every size, Union Audio’s Elara.4 supplies DJs with a 4-channel mixer that blends sought-after hi-fi analog character with cutting-edge sonic sculpting tools. Housed in an ultra-compact form factor, Union Audio spared no effort in designing the Elara.4 interface to maximize accessibility through thoughtful ergonomics. Much to the delight of Sweetwater’s DJs, the company has ensured the mixer’s formidable connectivity and analog panache are at home in setups of virtually any size. Armed with a diverse array of per-channel sound shaping opportunities, an adjustable Innofader crossfader, and flexible Aux Return or Master Insert options, the Elara.4 gives DJs four channels of malleable musicality that stand to elevate any set.





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Per-channel shaping with exacting precision





Across its 4-channel analog architecture, the Elara.4 arms DJs with flexible yet focused control. Each channel features a 3-band EQ, Trim controls, and a 10-LED VU meter for real-time monitoring, alongside per-channel highpass filters, robust channel faders, and selectable pre- or post-fader auxiliary sends. Moreover, the auto-variable Q value of each channel’s HPF rises with the filter’s cutoff frequency, ensuring low-end frequencies aren’t disproportionately boosted as you carve iconic filtering throughout your mix.





Versatile cue controls and masterful malleability





With the expanded performance possibilities afforded by a 4-channel design, Union Audio outfitted their Elara.4 mixer with a suite of flexible cueing and Master-level tools, including split-cue and add-mix controls, as well as pre-fader monitoring with each channel. The Master output’s 3-band EQ is supplemented with an isolator circuit that features adjustable crossover behaviors from 150Hz to 1kHz, going from full kill to a 6dB boost. Combining all of this with the variable crossfade contour of the onboard Innofader crossfader results in a voltaic arrangement of detailed mixing, sculpting, and blending opportunities.





Connectivity for all





The masterful ergonomics and satisfying tactility of the Elara.4’s uniquely compact 1.2-millimeter Zintec chassis are complemented by an equally versatile I/O suite, thereby maximizing interoperative integration and creative potential. Stereo RCA input pairs adorn each channel, with secondary line-level pairs for the third and fourth channels and RIAA pairs for the first and second channels, alongside dual 1/4-inch TRS inputs, granting uncompromising control over Master Insert and Auxiliary Return use. Auxiliary and Booth outputs comprise 1/4-inch TRS stereo pairs, joined by a dedicated RCA Record Out pair, 3-pin XLR Master Out, and a pair of ground connectors. Furthermore, the mixer’s PCBs are intentionally mounted at 90-degree angles to the front panel, safeguarding your sound and nearly eliminating crosstalk by preventing pooling in the event of a liquid spill ? an unfortunately all-too-common dilemma for DJs.





Union Audio Elara.4 4-channel Compact Analog DJ Mixer Features:


All-analog architecture packed into an ultra-compact chassis brings indelible sonic character to setups of virtually any size or arrangement


Per-channel sound shaping includes 3-band EQ, HPFs, Trim controls, Auxiliary inputs, and 10-LED VU meters for precise, diverse mixing


Selectable pre- and post-fader Auxiliary Send behavior is painlessly toggled for maximum interoperative integration without outboard gear and effects


Comprehensive cueing includes split-cue, add-mix, and per-channel pre-fader monitoring, with dynamic VU displays to ensure real-time accuracy with every detail


Master EQ and Isolator circuit support multitudes of mixing styles, seamless blends, and maximum expression, with adjustable crossover frequencies to go from full kill to 6dB


Isolator circuit HPFs feature intentionally positioned Q values and behaviors to enhance musicality in filtering, blending, and mixing


Innofader crossfader is accompanied by a designated control knob to adjust crossfade contour at any time, tailoring your mixing experience to your style


Rugged 5083 aluminum front panel, grooved aluminum knobs, and Zintec chassis mean enduring construction and reliable performance for long-haul use


Diverse I/O suite supports RCA stereo, 3-pin XLR, and 1/4-inch TRS connections across multitudes of integrative performance and recording opportunities