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Compact Digital Mixers ALLEN & HEATH
QU-24 Qu-24 boasts a dedicated fader per mic input channel, 24 mic/line inputs, three stereo inputs, four FX engines with four dedicated sends and stereo returns, and 20 mix
outputs including two stereo matrix mix outputs and two stereo groups with full processing. Other features include a patchable AES digital output with a further two-channel ALT output, dedicated talkback mic input, and two-track output. High-speed dual core DSPs provide comprehensive channel and FX processing while the SuperStrip provides control knobs for a selected channel’s key processing parameters.
• Total recall of settings (including 25 motorised faders and digitally controlled preamps)
• Qu-Drive integrated multi-track recorder • dSNAKE for remote I/O and personal monitoring • Multichannel USB streaming to Mac • Qu-Pad control app • iLive’s FX library
www.allen-heath.com
BEHRINGER
X32 COMPACT The Behringer X32 provides a fluid workflow coupled with a fully interactive user interface. With the introduction of the new 2.0 firmware, Behringer has added new capabilities including Acoustic Integration for connectivity and control of speaker and in-ear monitor systems, and reimagined the more than 50
onboard FX plug-ins. It has also added classic processor examples based on True Physical Modelling.
• 40-input channels and 25 busses • 16 Midas-designed programmable mic preamps • 17 fully automated motorised 100mm faders • Eight XLR outputs plus six additional line in/outputs • Individual and dynamic LCD Scribble Strips on all channels and busses • 32 x 32 channel USB 2.0 audio interface, with DAW remote control emulating HUI and Mackie Control
www.behringer.com
CADAC CDC FOUR
The Cadac CDC four boasts 16 mono mic/line inputs plus eight stereo line inputs as standard, but can be expanded up to 64 inputs with the addition of a 32-input, 16-output external stagebox. Wireless remote control of the console is also available via an iPad and purpose-designed app.
• 32 inputs expandable to 64 • 16 Cadac mic pres • 96kHz 24-bit conversion and processing throughout
• 19in rack capability • Time aligned, phase coherent outputs
• Snapshot automation
www.cadac-sound.com
QSC
TOUCHMIX SERIES QSC TouchMix-8 (eight mic/line, two stereo inputs) and TouchMix-16 (16 mic/line, two stereo inputs) mixers are available mid-2014. All input channels include full function gates, compressors, and four-band parametric EQ.
• Wizards and preset libraries for easy set-up • Capacitive touchscreen combined with hardware controls • Four multi-effects processors offer reverbs, delay, chorus, and pitch change plus a pitch corrector
• Outputs include 1/3 octave graphic EQ, delay, limiter, and notch filters • All inputs may be recorded directly to and played back from a USB hard drive • WiFi interface and a padded carrying case included
www.qsc.com
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www.audiomedia.com
AVID S6
Easily scalable, the Avid S6 is built on the same technology that is core to the ICON and System 5 product families. With its ability to simultaneously control multiple Pro Tools and other EUCON-enabled DAWs over Ethernet, S6 also speeds workflows and enables network collaboration on a single integrated platform.
• Scalable and customisable modular design • Visual feedback including waveform scrolling • Intelligent studio control • EUCON connectivity
www.avid.com
Packing powerful digital mixing facilities into a compact form factor can make for a cost-effective solution. We take a look at some of the latest models on the market.
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