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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.
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