Behringer XENYX X2222USB 22-Channel Mixer with USB

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This mixer has it all: 8 XENYX mic preamps with one-knob compression, onboard reverbs and multieffects, and stereo USB streaming to and from your computer.

With the Behringer XENYX X2222USB mixer, you get 8 XENYX microphone preamps, complete with one-knob compressors, for running live gigs and studio sessions. With the built-in stereo USB interface, you'll be ready to send audio to and from your computer and DAW. You've also got 24-bit digital FX processing on the XENYX X2222USB for adding color and sweetening to the mix, right from the board. And you get all this for a very budget-friendly price.

Solid Preamps Onboard

The Behringer XENYX X2222USB employs eight XENYX mic channels with inserts and high-headroom preamps. The XENYX preamps themselves offer 130 dB of dynamic range, with a bandwidth that extends goes well below 10 Hz. The sound on these preamps is cool and transparent, and will do justice to whatever mics or instrument you're running through them. Each of the first 8 channels has a dedicated one-knob compressor, a 3-band EQ with semi-parametric mids, and three Aux Sends. There are also four stereo line-level channels, and two convenient mix subgroups. What more could you need?

24-bit FX Processing

The XENYX mixers also features Behringer's proprietary 24-bit dual-engine FX processor. This puts the power of 16 editable, studio-grade FX presets right in your hands. From the FX section on the right side of the board, you can add Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Delay, a Pitch Shifter and/or Multi-effects. To tweak the presets, simple use the flexible Parameter control to dial up the sound you're looking for. There is also read more a super-essential Tap button for putting time-based FX in tempo with the music.

USB Plug-and-Play

The built-in, bi-directional stereo USB audio interface allows you to connect this mixer directly to your PC or Mac computer via a single USB cable. How simple is that?

Software Bundle Included

The Behringer XENYX X2222USB mixer comes with a sweet software package that includes Audacity, Podifier, Juice, Podnova and Golden Ear software. It also comes with more than 100 virtual instruments and 50 FX plug-ins for you to play with. You can use all of these in conjunction with Behringer's own TRACKTION 4 recording software. This decidedly simple software puts all its functionality on a single-screen interface, without endless drop-down menus. It also offers an unlimited number of tracks and slots for plug-ins, with the only real limitation being your computer's processing power.

With the Behringer X2222USB mixer, a USB cable and your computer running the included software, you'll have a solid toolkit for recording, editing and mixing -- all for a nice price.

Features:

- 8 x XENYX Mic Preamps with phantom-power
- 8 studio-grade compressors with "one-knob" functionality
- 3-band EQs with semi-parametric mid band
- Studio-grade FX processor with 16 editable presets
- Built-in stereo USB/Audio Interface
- Channel inserts on each mono channe
- 3 aux sends per channel
- Clip LEDs, Mute, Main Mix and Subgroup routing switches
- Solo and PFL functions on each channel
- Balanced main mix outputs with 1/4" jack and gold-plated XLR connectors
- Separate Control Room output
- Separate Headphones output
- Stereo Rec outputs
- 60mm logarithmic-taper faders and sealed rotary controls
- Rack mount brackets included
- All-steel chassis
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Dimensions: 3.54 x 16.93 x 14" (90 x 430 x 355 mm)

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Behringer XENYX X2222USB Mixer

How about eight XENYX mic channels with inserts, dedicated compressors, 3-band EQ with semi-parametric mids and three Aux Sends? You get all that with the X2222USB, plus four stereo line-level channels, two convenient mix subgroups and onboard 24-bit digital FX processing, with dual user-addressable parameter controls. All this and more enclosed in a rack-ready, roadworthy steel chassis.

XENYX USB Series mixers are designed to handle your live gigs, and they provide the state-of-the-art tools you need to make stunning, professional-quality recordings. Along with their built-in USB/audio interfaces, XENYX USB mixers come with all the recording and editing software you'll need to turn your computer system into a complete, high-performance home recording studio.

Sonically Superior Mic Preamps

All XENYX mixers have one thing in common--great-sounding, high headroom XENYX mic preamps. These state-of-the-art mic pres represent a major step in the evolution of audio technology--and they can easily hold their own, even when compared to the most expensive stand-alone mic preamps. XENYX preamps offer a staggering 130 dB of dynamic range, with a bandwidth that extends from below 10 Hz to well above 200 kHz. Armed with these outstanding mic preamps, XENYX mixers provide such transparent, crystal-clear performance you just might think someone upgraded your mics while you weren't looking.

Sublimely Musical British EQ

The British consoles of the 1960s and '70s changed the sound of rock and roll--without them the British Invasion might not have happened. Those legendary mixing desks soon became the envy of engineers and producers all over the world. The channel EQ on our XENYX mixers is based on that very same circuitry, allowing you to imbue signals with incredible warmth and detailed musical character. Even when applied generously, these equalizers exhibit sweet forgiveness and superb audio quality.

One-Knob Compression

Ask professional sound engineers what their favorite piece of external processing gear is and the majority response will be virtually unanimous--dynamic compression. What is compression? We're glad you asked. Compression essentially limits the dynamic range of a signal, lowering the level of loud sounds and turning up softer sounds, to achieve sonic balance. But applying compression is a delicate art that many novice, and even intermediate, sound techs have great difficulty mastering. Our "one-knob" compression is available on all mono channels and is easy to operate, even for entry-level users. With this one knob, you can easily dial in the perfect amount of compression for instruments and vocals, creating powerful mixes with punch and clarity. This is indeed a rare feature for products in this class--but standard on all XENYX USB mixers.

Effective FX

All XENYX USB Series mixers (except the 1204USB) feature the 24-bit dual engine FX processor, with 16 editable, studio-grade presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and multi-effects. Complete with a highly accurate input meter, these effects can be altered to your personal taste via the Parameter control. Time-based functions can be entered manually by pressing the Tap button in tempo with the music.

Recording Bliss

There was a time when the recording process called for lots and lots of expensive gear, which meant the average musician had to buy time at a recording studio--and that time was pricey indeed. But modern technology has put personal recording well within the reach of virtually anyone with access to a computer. How do you get all that music flying around your brain into your computer? That's where XENYX USB mixers come in. Thanks to the built-in, bi-directional stereo USB audio interface, you can connect any of these mixers directly to your PC or Mac computer via a single USB cable. Now any signal source you connect to the mixer can be recorded directly to your hard drive. Which brings us to software...

Free Would Be Nice!

Because you'll want to take full advantage of the XENYX USB Series mixers' recording and podcasting potential, we've thrown in a massive software package that includes Audacity (the most popular open source audio editor), Podifier, Juice, Podnova and Golden Ear (a great selection of podcasting software). You're ready to go live on your PC or Mac computer right out of the box! You also get more than 100 virtual instruments and 50 FX plug-ins, turning your computer into a complete home-based or mobile recording studio from input to output.

Value

No matter what your audio mixing needs are, BEHRINGER USB Series mixers provide the performance and features that can take your talent to the next level, at a price that is sure to amaze you. Try one on today--we have one available in your size!

Compose. Record. Mix. Share.

TRACKTION 4 puts the fun back into the creative process, so we're including it free of charge with select BEHRINGER products. This powerful, yet easy-to-use music production software is unlike anything you've seen before, putting everything you'll need on your desktop, on a single-screen - without the sea of drop down and hidden menus common to most other DAWs. And TRACKTION doesn't limit the number of tracks you can record, or the number of effects you can use. In fact, the only limitation is your Mac or PC computer's processing power. Recording and editing couldn't be easier; simply drag, drop, cut, copy or paste. Once your magnum opus is finished, share it with other "Tracktioneers" so they can listen, collaborate and edit.

Here are just a few of TRACKTION 4's outstanding features:
- Native FX plug-ins ranging from dynamics to modulation, reverb and more
- Support for available third party AU, VST and VSTi plug-ins
- Mix Automation
- Safe Record
- Loop Recording
- 64-bit, 192 kHz Mix Engine
- Audio Clip manipulation
- MIDI Editor
- Filters - Volume / Pan, Level Meter, 4-Band EQ, Aux Send & Return and FX
- Export to a variety of formats such as .wav, .aif, and .mp3'

Features:

- Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
- 8 state-of-the-art, phantom-powered XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
- 8 studio-grade compressors with super-easy "one-knob" functionality and control LED for professional vocal and instrumental sound
- Neo-classic "British" 3-band EQs with semi-parametric mid band for warm and musical sound
- Sstudio-grade FX processor with 16 editable presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter, multi-effects, Tap function and storable user parameter settings
- Built-in stereo USB/Audio Interface to connect directly to your computer. Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins and ultra-low latency driver downloadable at www.behringer.com
- Channel inserts on each mono channel for flexible connection of outboard equipment
- 3 aux sends per channel: 1 pre fader for monitoring, 1 pre/post fader switchable for monitoring/FX applications, 1 post fader (for internal FX or as external send)
- Clip LEDs, mute, main mix and subgroup routing switches, solo and PFL functions on all channels
- 2 subgroups with separate outputs for added routing flexibility; 3 multi-functional stereo aux returns with flexible routing
- Balanced main mix outputs with 1/4" jack and gold-plated XLR connectors, separate control room, headphones and stereo rec outputs
- Control room/phones outputs with multi-input source matrix; rec inputs assignable to main mix or control room/phones outputs
- Long-wearing 60-mm logarithmic-taper faders and sealed rotary controls
- "Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy saving
- Rack mount brackets included for ultimate flexibility
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
- Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (11 ratings)
Submitted August 14, 2012 by Heath R in Union City, TN

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Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Ive had this mixer for about 2 weeks, i love the looks of it, and it is completely functional with plenty of inputs & outputs that you might need. The manual however, lacks something to be desired. Not everyone is a sound engineer, so for those of us who have limited knowledge of inserts, subgroups and so on..not to mention the various combinations of buttons that need to be pressed or left alone...the instructions came up short. I did manage to learn most of it simply by trial and error....something i don't normally like to do. So far I am very happy with it, Behringer helps those of us that don't have serious bank to continue with serious music.

Musical Background:

Drummer for 20 years

Musical Style:

Rock
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