Intellijel Jellymix: Compact Mixing Muscle for Modular Mayhem

Jellymix is Intellijel’s latest foray into the world of compact stereo performance mixers, and it’s clearly designed with the modular crowd in mind. The video kicks off with Matt introducing Jellymix as the glue for integrating drum machines, synthesizers, effects, and modular signals into a unified setup. This isn’t just another desktop mixer—it’s tailored for those who want to patch, tweak, and perform without leaving the modular ecosystem.

The emphasis here is on versatility and size. Jellymix promises to bring together disparate gear—be it a Digitakt, a Cascadia, or a pedal like the Strymon Volante—without hogging precious rack or desk space. The video sets the stage for a practical exploration, hinting at both straightforward mixing duties and more creative routing possibilities.

The heart of Jellymix lies in its five input channels, each equipped to handle stereo signals and ready for a variety of sources. Matt walks us through the back panel, where five pairs of quarter-inch jacks await your synths and drum machines, alongside two external input pairs for even more flexibility. Outputs are clearly marked, including dedicated Aux A and Aux B sends, a main stereo out, and a headphone jack for monitoring.

Each channel is more than just a volume fader. You get a gain control for proper level staging, a high pass filter to tame low-end rumble, and a tilt EQ for quick tonal shaping—ideal for balancing out a busy mix on the fly. The two Aux sends per channel, each with pre/post/off routing switches, open up a world of effects possibilities, whether you want to send a dry synth to delay or create feedback loops. It’s a thoughtful set of features for those who see their mixer as an instrument, not just a utility.

Jellymix isn’t just about static mixing—it’s built for real-time manipulation. Matt highlights the clickless mute buttons, which are both smooth and responsive, allowing performers to prep and release multiple channels in unison. This is a subtle but powerful feature for live sets, where timing is everything.

Routing options are equally flexible. Each channel’s Aux sends can be set pre- or post-fader, making it easy to send signals to effects or create feedback loops. Matt demonstrates sending Cascadia to the delay via Aux A, tweaking the tilt EQ to shape the effect return, and even using the mixer itself to generate feedback—a classic modular trick.

The filter section is another creative tool. With both high and low cut filters, resonance (Q) control, and bypass switches, you can sculpt the mix or sweep frequencies mid-performance. The ability to route channels through the filter and then instantly bypass it gives performers dynamic control over their sound, perfect for drops, builds, or sudden tonal shifts.