Behringer X32 CORE Digital Rack Mixer

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The brain of the X32 digital mixer, the one-rack-space X32 CORE pairs with Behringer X16 digital snakes to run massive I/O -- controlled via computer or iOS.

It's a 'One-Rack Attack'! The Behringer X32 CORE takes the brain of the flagship X32 digital mixing console and packs it all into a single rack space. Combine the X32 CORE with their S16 digital snakes to effortlessly run sound with high I/O counts in multiple locations. Dual AES50 networking CAT5 connectors allow for up to 96 remote inputs and 48 output channels to be controlled from and processed by X32 CORE. All of this can be managed concurrently from various locations and instances of their free control software applications, XiQ, XiControl and XControl.

Front Side Control

A set of front panel controls can be pre-configured by the engineer to enable a restricted amount of user interaction, while hiding away all the complexity. The rear panel expansion port allows inserting optional I/O cards to interface with existing networked audio infrastructure.

At the Heart of it All

The X32 CORE forms the nucleus of an ultra-flexible studio control room setup when paired with S16 I/O and P16 personal monitoring systems in each tracking room. The built-in 32 x 32 USB recording interface, 8 stereo effects engines, zero-latency monitoring (independent from DAW) and 100% total recall deliver the tools to handle any project you dare to tackle.

Do I Need an Expansion Card?

All recent X32 models come with the X-USB card, which offers USB only, as FireWire is fading in popularity. If you need FireWire features, you can swap in the X-UF expansion card, which offers USB and FireWire read more in one card. The X-MADI and X-Dante and X-ADAT expansion cards offer more connectivity options not offered on the included card.

Features:

- 40-input channel, 25-bus, 1U rack-mountable digital mixing core for live and installed sound applications
- 48-channel Digital Snake ready via dual AES50 ports, featuring KLARK TEKNIK's SuperMAC networking capability for ultra-low jitter and latency
- 32 x 32 channel USB 2.0 audio interface
- iPad and iPhone apps for professional remote operation available free of charge -- no host PC required
- 2 TRS outputs for local monitoring plus talkback mic input with trim control and front panel phones connector
- Main LCR, 6 matrix buses and all 16 mix buses featuring inserts, 6-band parametric EQ's and full dynamics processing, plus 8 DCA and 6 mute groups
- Virtual FX rack featuring 8 true-stereo FX slots include high-end simulations such as Lexicon 480L* and PCM70*, EMT250* and Quantec QRS* etc.
- Networked remote control for show setups with on-screen software editor via Ethernet
- Powerful scene management for convenient handling of complex productions
- USB type-A connector providing file storage and uncompressed stereo recordings plus show presets and system updates
- ULTRANET connectivity for Behringer's P-16 Personal Monitoring System*
- Built-in expansion port for audio interface cards or digital networking bridges
- MIDI In/Out for remote scene recall or controlling other MIDI equipment
- Future firmware updates, including new FX "Plug-ins," downloadable from behringer.com free of charge
- Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany

TRACKTION Software Included: Compose. Record. Mix. Share.

TRACKTION 4 puts the fun back into the creative process, so they'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.

TRACKTION 4 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
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Web: https://www.behringer.com/service.html

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted November 12, 2013 by Donald L in Concord Twp, OH

"Behringer X32 Core - Fantastic"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Let me start out by saying, I'm a hobbyist - a pretty "serious" hobbyist, but I'm not a professional, don't have a pro budget (or any real budget to speak of) and can't afford the high-end gear that I've (we've?) pined after for years. For the better part of 1 year, I followed the X32 before it was released, reading everything I could get my hands on, watching NAMM videos, etc. So, when it was released, I knew I had to have one - my FIRST digital console. So somewhere in November(ish) of 2012, my X32 arrived. Sure did look like the old analog desks that I'd "grown up" on, but mama-mia, what a wonderful integration of the tactile function of a desk, combined with the advanced routing, signal processing, etc of digital. I was sold. My use-case isn't very standard - I don't do live sound, but rather live multitrack recordings. My main goal from the desk was to get the preamps and the computer interface to allow 32-track recording. So, in effect, the desk itself was "overkill" - BUT, that's what was available at the time that I could afford. So, for a year, I happily used my X32 as a location recording desk, recording about a half-dozen shows during my tenure of ownership. When the X32 Core was announced, I knew this was my chance to shrink the footprint of my rig substantially, and allow myself the ability to physically remove myself from the 'room' (if desired) by putting some CAT5e between the S16s and my X32 core, where the computer and monitoring are connected. read more So again, as soon as the "Core" became available in the US (thanks zZounds!!!), I ordered one and a pair of S16s, along with a bevy of rack-mount power strips, rack bags, cable reel, etc. I had the gear at home for all of 36 hours before my first scheduled recording, so I had to get things working and tested quickly. Thankfully, due to the fact that the X32 family all work "basically" the same way, the learning curve from X32 to X32 Core was minimal, at best and the recording went off without a hitch, becoming the favorite project I've done to date. Setup was quick and painless, I was able to get the entire rig out of my Jetta (trunk!) myself with no dollies or carts, and I was set up before the talent arrived, and had the system struck and back in the bags, ready for loading, within 15 minutes after the show ended. The X32 core is an amazing piece of gear - solidly built - with nearly 0 noise and 0 heat dissipation. It draws less power than a small light bulb, and retains all the processing power of the full-size desk, but allows me more flexibility as to where I'll be monitoring the recording. When combined with the S16s (and their delicious pre-amps), it gives me the power, flexibility and functionality that would have been hundreds of thousands of dollars just 10 years ago. Behringer has allowed me to realize my dreams of having a 32-channel location recording system that I can offer to musical groups that picque MY interests, and let's me record them FOR FREE. When artists ask me "why do you do this?" my answer is simple - music has given me so much over the years... it's been a core part of who I am inside, so this is my way to "give a little back to music" by capturing moments in musical time for preservation. Behringer is re-inventing themselves as a company, and I'm thrilled to be along for the ride. For the 'haters' out there, you really do need to give this gear some consideration - the price-to-value ratio is mind-blowing.

Musical Background:
I'm a hobbyist recording engineer

Musical Style:
Jazz, blues, R&B, Zappa, Prog - you name it - love it all.
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