Behringer XENYX 1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps and Compressors, British EQ and USB/Audio Interface, Compatible with PC and Mac

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An integrated USB/audio interface connects directly to a computer so users can edit their sound and mixes from the comfort of their home. The compact XENYX 1204USB mixer allows you to effortlessly achieve premium-quality sound, thanks to its 4 onboard studio-grade XENYX Mic Preamps and ultra-musical “British” channel EQs. If you are counting, that is a total of 6 channels with 2 inputs each, which is why this thing is advertised as a 12-input mixer.

Make sure the LED level on the effects module is sufficiently high, but avoid constant blinking as it could cause unpleasant distortion. or make available through this Software or the content that is made available to you by third parties. But applying compression is a delicate art that many novice, and even intermediate, sound techs find challenging. I had no experience and little money to get started recording and found myself in need of a simple way to connect my synthesizer to my computer and also be able to play my flute with a basic microphone. Add to this our easy-to-use “one-knob” compressors, which provide total dynamic control for the ultimate in punch and clarity, while respecting all the power and emotion you pack into every note – and the 1204USB becomes an incredibly versatile mixer for your live performances.I am running a radio project in a number of schools and have chosen to use a Behringer USB mixer almost identical to the one you own. We’ve also provided a free download of more than 150 virtual instruments and FX plug-ins – turning your computer into a powerful home-based or mobile recording studio from input to output. Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins and ultra-low latency driver included. There are limitations but as a beginner myself, the basic connection and easy to use controls are great.

The ''one-knob'' compression function is available on all mono channels and allows you to dial in the perfect amount of compression for both instruments and vocals.I've only had it a little over a year and never used it outside the house, so I don't think I got my money's worth. Add to this the 24-bit, dual engine Multi-FX processor with 16 editable, professional-grade presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and multi-effects – and the X1204USB becomes an incredibly versatile mixer for your live performances. Set your main levels where they need to be for recording then use the auxiliary sends on each channel to set up a custom monitor mix that can be sent to a headphone amp. Our mission is to inspire and support educators in making a meaningful difference to music and arts education through the effective integration of technology … technology that engages students, empowers teachers and turbo charges the creative mind. I brought my kids into the living room for a band practice and we played through a bunch of songs to decide which ones to include in our set.