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Here are some recommendations based on the different purposes that they could be used for :
Behringer XENYX X2442USB
These mixers come with 10 phantom-powered XENYX mic preamps , studio-grade compressors with one-knob functionality which can be monitored through a control LED . Neo-classic 3-band EQs with semi-parametric mid band for each channel and a studio-grade effects processor with 16 editable presets including reverb , chorus , flanger , delay , pitch shifter , etc . It also comes equipped with a USB port that allows you to record a stereo mix into your DAW .
Presonus StudioLive AR16 USB Mixer
StudioLive AR16 is a lightweight , versatile 18 channel mixer , feature-rich , and packed with analog connections and digital tools . It comes equipped with 12 Presonus mic preamps and a three-band EQ in each channel . It allows you to multi-track recordings and fly in backing tracks with a 24-bit , 96 kHz , USB 2.0 digital audio interface . So , if you have a band that you want to record live , all the instruments separately , this mixer is a great option . The AR16 also comes with an SD card port that lets you record your stereo mix onto an SD card . This feature will prove very handy at live shows . The unique Super Channel feature ( stereo channel 17 / 18 ) allows you to connect four stereo analog and digital sources at once , enabling you to use the mixer with your high-tech devices . It also comes equipped with Bluetooth 4.1 to pair your phone to your StudioLive AR mixer and instantly have wireless access to your music library for break music , backing tracks , or ear-training . The StudioLive
AR16 USB has you covered with an internal stereo effects processor with 16 presets , including an assortment of room , hall , and plate reverbs ; chorus and delay effects ; even a preset that emulates an acoustically treated studio room to provide a warmer , more intimate tone . These make it simple to mix and record live shows , studio productions , band rehearsals or podcasts .
Behringer X-32
While this mixer might be way out of the budget for most people , it is an absolutely amazing digital mixer with impressive number of inputs and outputs for its compact size . Fitted with 32 Midas designed gain-programmable mic preamps , six 1 / 4 " TRS aux inputs , 16 balanced XLR outs , plus balanced Control Room outputs on both XLR and 1 / 4 " TRS connectors . Whether it ' s a studio or large shows , the X32 lets you carry them out without the fear of running out of inputs or outputs . The X32 digital mixer comes with the X-USB recording interface card , which lets you multi-track straight into your DAW and is compatible with Pro Tools , Logic , Cubase , Studio One , and nearly any other ASIO or Core Audio-compatible DAW . The need for outboard hardware is eliminated as the X32 comes decked with effects such as multi-effects processors , including delay , chorus , and dynamics . It can also run four studio-quality stereo reverbs together with eight channels of 31-band graphic EQ . It should be noted that this mixer is for people who aim to eventually upgrade their studio into a professional studio or live set-up as it a bit of a heavy investment .
ve AR16 USB Mixer Behringer X-32
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