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Get a KitchenAid stand mixer for $90 off at Wayfair’s Way Day sale
Save $90: The KitchenAid Classic Series stand mixer (4.5-quart) is now on sale for $239.99 at Wayfair, down from $329.99 when you use the coupon code SAVE90 in your shopping cart.
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KitchenAid Classic Series stand mixer (4.5-quart)
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Home pastry chefs know it’s always a great time to bake pies, tarts, and other delicious treats. They also know the value of having great tools at their disposal to make the most out of every ingredient. If you’re in the mood for whipping up tasty treats, then this deal might be for you.
As of April 27, the KitchenAid Classic Series stand mixer (4.5-quart) is now on sale at Wayfair for $239.99, down from its usual price of $329.99, when you use the coupon code SAVE90 in your cart. This deal is part of Way Day, a Wayfair seasonal sale that provides big discounts on many products in the store’s inventory. Way Day ends today at 11:59 p.m. PT, which means this deal is available for a very limited time.
KitchenAid products are known for being long-lasting when properly cared for. This particular stand mixer features 10 speeds so you can mix your ingredients to your desired texture and creaminess. Not only does this deal include the stand and stainless steel bowl, but it also includes a dough hook, wire whip, flat beater, and whisk so you can make every treat imaginable.
Additionally, the KitchenAid Classic series stand mixer is compatible with other attachments in the KitchenAid line (sold separately). Easily tilt the stand mixer back when finished with your creations, remove the bowl and attachment, and effortlessly clean up after a hard day’s worth of home cooking.
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Home Easy stand mixer (4.8-quart) — $93.99
$139.99(save $46) This deal is also a part of Way Day and ends at 11:59 p.m. PT
KitchenAid mixer deals are perfect for Mother’s Day
SAVE $200: As of April 24, two high-level KitchenAid mixers are on sale at Best Buy and the KitchenAid website for up to $200 off.
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KitchenAid 5.5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
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KitchenAid Artisan Design Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Glass Bowl
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What does Mom want the most for Mother’s Day? (Well, besides your love, of course!) If she often bakes and cooks, a KitchenAid mixer is one of the best gifts around. The brand’s stand mixers have earned household name fame thanks to their power, style, and durability, and they last for ages—so you know you’ll be making a great investment.
That level of quality comes with a hefty price tag, but investing at the right time can save you a bunch of cash in the long run. And right now seems to be that time, with two high-level KitchenAid mixers on sale at KitchenAid and Best Buy for less than $300. They are both fairly similar in quality, offering between 10 and 11 speeds so you can find the perfect power for any recipe, and both come with a minimum of 5-quart capacity so Mom can make large batches and entertain with ease.
KitchenAid mixers also come with a minimum of 500 watts of power for quick mixing, and you can buy additional attachments to create everything from ice cream to pasta. The major difference between the two is the type of mixing it does: The option from Best Buy is a bowl-lift-stand mixer, which means the bowl attaches to two arms that are raised and lowered with a lever. Accessories can be switched or ingredients added while the bowl is lowered. The powerful motor and sturdy design of the bowl-lift stand mixer provides the stability needed for heavier mixtures.
The one from KitchenAid is a tilt-head mixer (and comes with a chic glass bowl!), which means the mixer’s head tilts back so you can attach the bowl to the base and swap out accessories as needed. It then tilts forward, where you can lock it in while the motor is running. When adding ingredients, simply release the head with a lever and tilt it back again for clear access to the bowl. It’s best for recipes where you know you’ll have to keep adding ingredients at different times.
No matter which option you pick, though, this deal is definitely not one to sleep on. Mom will be so thrilled to wake up to this on Mother’s Day, she just might make you pancakes instead.
Bastl Instruments teases mini stereo mixer with unique saturation controls
Bastl Instruments is no stranger to quirky takes on musical instruments and now they’re adding a portable stereo mixer to the lineup. The company just announced Bestie, a tiny mixer with plenty of vintage vibes and control options. This 5-channel stereo mixer boasts individual channel mutes and gain boosts up to +20 dB, so it should integrate nicely with a diverse array of instruments, from guitars to synthesizers and beyond.
This is a Bastl product, though, so innovation comes in the form of a built-in stereo distortion and saturation tool. Low-noise preamps accompany each channel, shining a spotlight on any saturation effects you apply. The effects go from subtle to absolute destruction with the twist of a dial. The company says that it will create a “distinct tremolo-like effect” when pushed to the maximum.
Design-wise, the Bestie takes many cues from its cousin, the Dude monophonic mixer. The form factor is portable and it is powered by a USB-C connection or four AA batteries. There are five stereo channels, translating to five audio sources, but there is a slight caveat. Just like many ultra-portable mixers like Teenage Engineering’s TX-6, the Bestie features tiny 3.5mm input jacks.
These jacks offer instant integration with gadget-like instruments, such as Korg Volcas and the like, but you will need an adapter (or five) to connect to professional-grade synthesizers, guitars and just about anything else. Unlike Teenage Engineering’s mixer, however, it looks like there is enough room in the back of the Bestie to accommodate 3.5mm to ¼-inch stereo jack adapters.
There is one other point of mention to separate Bastl’s new mixer from the pack. At $200, this thing is extremely budget-friendly. Compare that to the TX-6’s mammoth price tag of $1,200 and you can see the appeal. There are other mass-market portable mixers at this price range, but none with this kind of unique audio pedigree. The Bastl Bestie stereo mixer is available to demo at this week’s NAMM 2023 conference and is currently available for preorder, with products shipping out in the coming weeks.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/bastl-instruments-teases-mini-stereo-mixer-with-unique-saturation-controls-185151785.html?src=rss
Microsoft is testing a redesigned Windows 11 audio mixer
Windows has frequently made managing multiple audio devices a hassle. Over the years, Microsoft has tried to improve the experience in a few ways. In 2021, for example, the company simplified how Windows 10 categorized Bluetooth devices. In spite of those efforts, it often feels like the OS doesn’t make switching between audio outputs and managing sound levels as easy as they should be. For instance, I wish Windows 11’s Quick Setting panel would allow me to adjust audio levels on a per-app basis.
Thankfully, Microsoft is finally preparing to solve that minor annoyance for Windows users. This week, the company detailed the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview and it just so happens to include a redesigned Quick Settings volume mixer. The updated interface element not only allows you to switch between audio devices but you can also use it to enable spatial sound and adjust volume output on a per-app basis, two things you can’t do with the current design. What’s more, Microsoft has added a dedicated shortcut to make accessing the feature faster. Once you have access to the volume mixer, press the Windows, Ctrl and V keys on your keyboard at the same time to open it.
“With this change, you can now tailor your audio experience with more control and fewer clicks to better manage your favorite apps,” Microsoft says of the redesigned interface. As Bleeping Computer points out, the new volume mixer is reminiscent of the popular EarTrumpet mod. There’s no word yet on when Microsoft plans to roll out the latest Windows Insider features to regular users, but here’s hoping this one doesn’t take long to make its way to the general public.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-is-testing-a-redesigned-windows-11-audio-mixer-224417187.html?src=rss
GE’s New Smart $999 Mixer Won’t Overmix Your Dough
KitchenAid mixers have a cultish following, and for a good reason, but the all-new GE Profile Smart Mixer with voice commands and a built-in scale could give it some competition. And considering it’s available exclusively at Crate & Barrel for $1,000, it better help me make the best cookies ever.
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GE has a new smart mixer that can shut itself off when your dough is ready
GE has created a smart mixer that could help take more of the sting out of baking. For one thing, the Profile Smart Mixer with Auto Sense has a built-in scale that will enable you to measure ingredients directly in the mixing bowl — just be sure to add each ingredient slowly so you don’t plop in too much.
It uses motor torque feedback to monitor the texture and viscosity of a mix. According to Crate and Barrel, which snagged the smart mixer as an exclusive product, the appliance will shut off when it detects that your concoction is ready for the next step. That should help you avoid having overmixed dough that results in overly chewy cookies.
Naturally, given that this is a smart mixer, there’s support for Alexa and Google Assistant voice control. So, you can set the mixing speed without having to get flour all over the controls or washing your hands first.
There’s a companion app that has more than a dozen guided recipes at the outset. Through over-the-air updates, GE will add more features and recipes over time. Furthermore, this is said to be the first smart mixer in the US with an advanced digital brushless DC motor system. That seemingly helps the mixer run at consistently high power with the ability to work stiff doughs without stalling or overheating. The smart mixer is said to run at a lower temperature than other models, which should help extend its lifespan.
If it works as promised, the auto shutoff function in particular could be useful for newer bakers who aren’t used to eyeballing doughs for readiness. However, you’ll need to have reasonably steep pockets if you want to pick up GE’s smart mixer as it costs $1,000. Preorders are open now and the mixer should ship later this month.