A basic analog mixer.

Behringer Xenyx 1204

The Xenyx 1204 has 12 inputs and 2 aux sends for each channel. Additionally, 2 multi-functional stereo aux returns have been incorporated for routing flexibility. Behringer's innovative Xenyx mixers provide the home recordist and club musician with pristine sound quality and cutting-edge features for very little outlay. The new Xenyx Mic Preamp approaches the sound quality, transparency, headroom, and even the dynamic range of boutique-style, standalone mic preamps. Behringer's neo-classic British EQ" brings back the warmth and musicality of those 60s and 70s mega-console desks that made music history. The Xenyx 1204 and higher models come with a USB/audio interface for direct plug & play connectivity to your Windows or Mac computer.

A minimal analog mixer. Cannot handle an "on-board' phone patch.

Behringer Eurorack UB502 5-Channel Compact Mixer

The Behringer Eurorack UB502 5-Channel Compact Mixer features the same state-of-the-art Invisible Mic Preamp and ultralow-noise design (with the highest possible headroom) as its larger brethren. One mono channel and 2 stereo channels with a 2-band EQ and peak LED on the mono channel make it the ideal mixer for use with fixed audio installations, keyboards, samplers, and computer applications. 5 balanced high-headroom line inputs; main mix, headphone, and stereo tape outs; assignable tape ins; and external power supply.

When you need to control more mics and line-level inputs.

Mackie 1402-VLZ3 Premium 14-Channel Compact Mixer

The Mackie 1402-VLZ3 Premium 14-Channel Compact Mixer builds on the legacy of the extremely popular 1402-VLZ Pro, offering the same great feature set, plus greatly enhanced sound quality. Six studio-grade XDR2 (Extended Dynamic Range) second-generation mic preamps, along with Mackie's proprietary active three-band EQ circuitry, give the 1402-VLZ3 its high-headroom, low-noise functionality. With its outstanding sound quality, multi-voltage power supply, and 60mm faders for precise mix control and visibility, the 1402-VLZ3 is the ideal choice for small and medium-sized mixing applications, anywhere in the world.

Edirol M-10DX 10-Channel Digital Mixer

More portable and affordable than its M-16DX big brother, the M-10DX packs an amazing amount of high-end features into its small frame, including a 24-bit/96kHz processing engine and a backlit LCD so you can see the effects in operation, as well as a graphical spectrum analysis.Advanced Specs Based on the same high-resolution processing engine as the flagship M-16DX, the M-10DX mixer provides full 24-bit/96kHz processing for the ultimate in transparent digital mixing. Mixing is made simple, with dedicated channel controls for 3-Band EQ, Pan, Aux, Select, and Level.Visual Mix Magic For maximum portability, the M-10DX sound mixer condenses almost all of the M-16DX's functions into a compact tabletop package for easy portability and use anywhere. It even retains the backlit LCD from its big brother, so you can see the effects in operation, as well as a graphical spectrum analysis.

TASCAM DM-3200 Digital Mixer

More channels. More inputs. The new TASCAM DM-3200 digital mixer has more of everything that made the DM-24 a pedigreed studio workhorse. Plus an improved physical interface with per-channel multi-function LED ring encoders, more comprehensive DAW control, vastly improved routing flexibility, easier and robust data backup/ restore, greatly expanded mix storage using compact flash media and much more.The DM-3200 features 32 full-featured channels and 16 returns for a total of 48 channels at mixdown — even at its full 96kHz / 24-bit audio resolution. It has 4-band fully-parametric EQ and dynamics on every channel and two effects processors, each capable of running the built-in TC Works reverb processor. Surround mixing is available with up to 6.1-channel panning, and the optional IF-SM/DM expansion card adds surround monitoring and downmixing to the DM-3200.The DM-3200 provides a new way to record with DAW recording software. With the addition of an optional expansion card, the IF-FW/DM FireWire interface, the DM-3200 becomes a 24-channel computer audio interface, making it a complete studio solution for professional DAW recording. Built-in HUI and Mackie Control emulation allows the console to function as a flexible control surface for workstation software. This gives you the best of both worlds — total control over your recording software transport and mixing capabilities with the cue mixing, talkback, microphone preamps and world-class automation provided by the DM-3200.

Yamaha 01V96V2 Digital 969KHz Mixer

Prepare to be amazed at how far Yamaha digital evolution has come. Now the 01V96 has been upgraded to Version 2, which features a number of improvements and enhancements in both functions and operation.Digital audio technology has come a long way since the early days of 16 bits at 44.1 kHz — a format that many considered to be the reason for "harsh", "cold" sound. The entire industry is now settling on 24-bit/96-kHz digital operation for significantly superior sonic quality. The 01V96 mixer does give you a choice — you can work at 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, or 96 kHz, depending on the needs of each individual project. But when you want the truly transparent, incredibly dynamic sound of 24-bits at 96 -kHz, the 01V96 is ready to deliver. It even includes a comprehensive range of superb 96-kHz compatible stereo effects with 32-bit internal processing.Right out of the box the 01V96 gives you 16 analog channel inputs — 12 with high-performance microphone head amplifiers — and eight digital channel inputs via a built-in ADAT optical interface. Without going any further you're ready to handle a comprehensive mix of analog and digital inputs. All the 01V96 input connectors are top-mounted for easy access in any application. The first 12 analog channels feature high-performance head amplifiers for microphone or line input that deliver a pristine signal to the mixing console's precision 24-bit/96-kHz A/D converters. The 48-volt phantom power for condenser microphones is switchable in 4-channel groups, while trim controls and pad switches facilitate optimum level matching with the source, and channel inserts make it easy to insert external analog processing gear into the pre-A/D signal path. Inputs 13 through 16 accept balanced/unbalanced line-level signals singly (each input has an independent trim control) or in pairs for stereo input. When you need more, Yamaha offers a range of Mini-YGDAI expansion cards that can simply be plugged into the 01V96 expansion slot to provide additional I/O in a variety of formats: ADAT, AES/EBU, TDIF or analog.The 01V96 offers a main stereo program bus, eight individual mixing buses, two solo buses, and eight auxiliary buses — a total of 20 in all. This gives you plenty of signal-routing options to adapt to just about any mixing requirements.Surround is becoming an important part of modern sound production. The 01V96 audio mixer features 6.1, 5.1 and 3-1 surround panning modes so you can create surround mixes without having to sacrifice features or performance in other areas.The 16 channel strips on the 01V96 panel provide access to the most essential operations for the corresponding channels. Depending on the currently selected layer, the channel strips will control channels 1 through 16, channels 17 through 32, or the eight AUX sends and eight buses (the "Master Layer"). Also, the channel faders will function according to the settings in the FADER MODE section. In addition to a 100-millimete

A Compressor is used to raise the low volume portions of an audio signal.

Behringer MDX2500 Composer Pro-XL Compressor

The Behringer MDX2500 Composer Pro-XL Compressor is surprisingly easy to use. It has all the basic tools for optimal sound onstage and in the studio plus integrated dynamic enhancer, de-esser, tube simulation, and low-contour filter. Revolutionary IKA circuitry combines the advantages of hard- and soft-knee compression in a single dynamic function to deliver natural, transparent results. Also equipped with fully automatic and manually adjustable attack and release times, IGC peak-limiting circuit, selectable dual-mono or stereo, 12-segment display, switchable sidechain input with sidechain monitor function, and servo-balanced XLR and 1/4" I/O. Single rackspace.

A Gate is a method of noise reduction. When closed (below a set volume threshold) audio is not allowed to pass. A Gate is most often used for music recording to reduce room noise and extraneous audio.

A Limiter is designed to prevent loud portions of an audio signal from exceeding a set volume.

In many applications a Compressor and Limiter are used in combination.

Drawmer MX30 Gated/Compressor/Limiter

The MX30 Gated/Comp/Limiter is a low cost professional quality dynamics processor containing some of the proprietary design circuitry used in the more expensive models in the Drawmer range. The MX30 has many automated features enabling fast, effective dynamic control whilst retaining the instinctively laid out control parameters, sonic character and high technical specification which have made Drawmer the industry standard. The MX30's competitive price point brings Drawmer's professional processing into a much wider musician, project studio and live performance area.Operational control is split into three sections:- Gate, Compressor, Output: Program Adaptive' Gate Used to remove unwanted noise below a pre-set level, each channel consists of a variable Threshold Gate incorporating Drawmer's Programme Adaptive' circuitry. Although quick and simple to operate, the gate's auto-circuitry continually optimises such parameters as Attack, Hold, Ratio and Release, completely eliminating chatter' when the signal is fluctuating on or around Threshold. Two LED's show when the signal is above' or below' Threshold and a push button switch allows additional control of Release time. This design approach also retains all leading edge' information making the gate ideal for cleaning up' vocals or retaining the punch' on gated drums. Switching is provided for 'Fast' or 'Slow' release characteristics. The 'Fast' mode can be used for instruments with rapid decay times or for additional tightening of the gating effect. The 'Slow' mode is more suitable for vocals and instruments with longer decay times or can be used to smooth over rough fade outs. A single LED indicates gating action. Soft Knee Auto Compressor' The gate is followed by a variable Threshold, variable Ratio, soft knee compressor with fully automatic Attack and Release. Large transients are controlled instantly whilst small signal variations are treated gently, retaining as much life' as possible and without generating unpredictable side effects. From the slightest to the most aggressive levels of compression, the MX30 handles it all with ease and displays the amount of compression taking place on a high resolution Gain Reduction bargraph meter. Output The Gain control is used to compensate for the amount of compression and brings the signal to the required output level as displayed by the output bargraph meter. A variable Threshold zero overshoot' limiter, essential for avoiding distortion when mastering to digital or speaker protection in a live' situation, adds the final polish to the signal by keeping control over signal peaks. The Limit threshold provides an absolute maximum peak level which no signal can pass. Fast transients are clipped instantly whilst more sustained peaks are dealt with by applying Gain Reduction, indicated by a single LED. Controls Gate Threshold: This control sets the level below which gating takes place and may be set anywhere in the range of -70dB to +20dB. A green LED illumin