THE #1 AV NEWS PUBLICATION. PERIOD.

BEHRINGER Launches iX16 Ultra-Compact Digital Mixer for iPad

ix16-0113BEHRINGER today introduced the latest addition to its digital mixer product line with the unveiling of the iX16 Digital Mixer for iPad. The unit features 16 digitally-programmable, high-resolution MIDAS-designed mic pres, all controllable remotely from the supplied iPad app. Extensive control options include PC/Mac/Linux over Ethernet or Wi-Fi as well as iPhone/iPod Touch for personal monitor mixing right out the box.

The iX16 leverages BEHRINGER’s extensive suite of remastered digital FX emulations, such as Lexicon 480L and PCM70, EMT250 and Quantec QRS. It offers four true-stereo virtual effects racks, inserts on all eight buses, six-band parametric EQ and full dynamics processing. The iX16 is built on a 40-Bit floating-point DSP core that offers “unlimited” dynamic range with no internal overload and near-zero latency of <0.8 msec, according to BEHRINGER.

BEHRINGER has included its ULTRANET digital audio network technology for direct connection of the iX16 into a network with X32 Digital Mixers or the company’s new iQ Networked Active Loudspeaker line, for 16-channel connectivity over a single CAT5 cable. The same system allows for connection of the P16 Personal Monitor system, allowing for up to 64 monitor mixes without consuming a single mix bus on the iX16. The inclusion of a USB 2.0 interface that turns the iX16 into an 18×18 channel audio interface offers additional flexibility.

In addition to its audio connectivity the iX16 also includes MIDI In/Out for remote scene recall or controlling other MIDI equipment. Presets can be saved internally and backed onto a USB drive through the type-A connector that also serves as a stereo recorder directly to Flash.

For recording applications, iX16 features a bi-directional 18-channel USB audio interface that, combined with the 40-bit digital mix engine, elevates recording to a new level of sonic clarity. A Virtual FX rack is also included with 4 true stereo FX slots including high-end simulations such as Lexicon 480L, PCM70, EMT250 and Quantec QRS, etc. ULTRANET connectivity works with the BEHRINGER P16 Personal Monitoring System to further enhance both live and studio applications.

The iX16 Digital Mixer for iPad isn’t on BEHRINGER’s site yet, but when it is, it will be here:http://www.behringer.com/EN/products/index.aspx

Top