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The magazine for producers, engineers & recording musicians | 22 March 2010


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16FX
MTM 79

Peavey 16FX
Even the baby of Peavey’s new FX Series mixers manages to cram in a considerable amount. Mike Hillier gets on the buss.

  Xone 22
MTM 77

Allen & Heath Xone 22
The pros’ fave Allen & Heath sets its sights on the bedroom DJ with this entry-level console. Russell Deeks is in a spin.

ZED R16
MTM 71

Allen & Heath ZED R16
Allen & Heath has added the first new mixer to its ZED series in over a decade. It’s analogue, it’s digital and it’s a MIDI controller, too. Huw Price checks out the R16.

  Eurodesk SX3242FX
MTM 70

Behringer Eurodesk SX3242FX
Behringer has made big steps in the live market, so is the new Eurodesk one giant leap? Mike Hillier rides the faders.

Xone:4D
MTM 68

Allen & Heath Xone:4D
Allen & Heath has set about updating the company’s flagship mixer. Mike Hillier checks out what’s new in the Xone.

  ZED-12FX
MTM 65

Allen & Heath ZED-12FX
Allen & Heath has brought effects to its ZED range of small-format mixers. Mike Hillier checks out the ZED-12FX.

Matrix
MTM 64

Solid State Logic Matrix
Solid State Logic’s new Matrix demonstrates a bold new way of looking at the contemporary studio. Mark Cousins finds out if the Matrix is ‘the one’.

  Xenyx 2442FX
MTM 64

Behringer Xenyx 2442FX
The Xenyx 2442FX is Behringer’s new flagship mixer, suitable for both studio and live work. Mike Hillier rides the faders.

01V96 VCM
MTM 62

Yamaha 01V96 VCM
Now packing the company’s well-regarded VCM effects, Yamaha offers up the latest version of its 01V96 mixing desk. Mike Hillier gets behind the faders...

  MultiMix 16 USB 2.0
MTM 60

Alesis MultiMix 16 USB 2.0
Alesis’ new compact mixer offers 18 direct inputs to your DAW. Could it be the perfect front end for your project studio? Mike Hillier delves into the mix...

Fat Track
MTM 60

TL Audio Fat Track
At last: an affordable analogue tracking, summing and monitoring solution for DAW-based project studios. Keith Gemmell does his sums...

  n12 Digital Mixing Studio
MTM 59

Yamaha n12 Digital Mixing Studio
Can Yamaha’s n12 range set the stage alight? Mike Hillier delves into the mix...

Helix Board 18 FireWire MKII
MTM 58

Phonic Helix Board 18 FireWire MKII
Can a few small changes make a big difference to Phonic’s updated Helix Board? Mike Hillier investigates...

  ZED 14
MTM 57

Allen & Heath ZED 14
Entry-level mixers represent new territory for Allen & Heath, so can the ZED 14 cut the mustard? Mike Hillier sizes it up...

MW12CX
MTM 56

Yamaha MW12CX
If your budget won’t extend to multi-I/O interfaces but you need some extra flexibility in your project studio, the MW12CX could be the answer. Mike Hillier gets in the mix...

  MG166CX USB
MTM 55

Yamaha MG166CX USB
Yamaha augments its MG range of mixers with a USB-equipped model. Mike Hillier is behind the desk...

M-16DX
MTM 53

Edirol M-16DX
Edirol has raised the bar with its digital M-16DX, but how does it square up to its analogue rivals? Keith Gemmell is in bits...

  EMX5016CF
MTM 50

Yamaha EMX5016CF
Yamaha’s latest live mixer packs a punch, offering 500 watts of power per channel. Mike Hillier gets into the mix...

M1 Tubetracker
MTM 48

TL Audio M1 Tubetracker
Forget small-footprint modern mixers – TL Audio’s M1 Tubetracker is a console that seriously states its presence. Mark Cousins feels a warm glow...

  PV 10 USB
MTM 47

Peavey PV 10 USB
Peavey equips its PV range of analogue mixers with USB ports, enabling direct DAW connectivity. Mike Hillier mixes in...

EPM6
MTM 43

Soundcraft EPM6
Does this big-name small-format mixer maintain its maker’s enviable reputation for quality? Mark Cousins mixes in...

  Helix Board 24 FireWire
MTM 40

Phonic Helix Board 24 FireWire
Analogue meets digital in Phonic’s latest small-format mixer. Mike Hillier unwinds with the Helix Board 24 FireWire.

DM-3200
MTM 39

Tascam DM-3200
Does Tascam’s DM-3200 finally offer us a digital console fit for today’s DAW-driven studios? Mark Cousins gets his fingers on the faders...

  MW12
MTM 39

Yamaha MW12
Yamaha enters the world of USB mixing, but what does its MW12 offer over the competition? Mark Cousins finds out.

MultiMix 16 FireWire
MTM 38

Alesis MultiMix 16 FireWire
The MultiMix 16 features FireWire connectivity alongside a host of useful features. Mark Cousins finds out what else’s on offer...

  MixWizard WZ3 20S
MTM 36

Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ3 20S
Does Allen & Heath’s latest offering meet the multiple demands placed on modern-day mixers? Hollin Jones finds out.

ProjectMix I/O
MTM 35

M-Audio ProjectMix I/O
If you’ve been dreaming of hands-on mix control coupled with multi-channel audio recording, it’s time to wake up. Hollin Jones discovers the ProjectMix I/O.

  EMX512SC
MTM 35

Yamaha EMX512SC
Yamaha’s latest take on the powered mixer comes with some serious muscle. Kieran Robinson takes it on the road.

MG8/2FX
MTM 29

Yamaha MG8/2FX
Yamaha’s smallest mixer to date packs a surprising number of features into its diminutive frame. George Shilling checks it out.

  Helix Board 17
MTM 29

Phonic Helix Board 17
An increasing number of desks are featuring USB digital audio outputs as standard. Mark Cousins takes a look at Phonic’s spin on this theme – the Helix Board 17.

Gigrac 1000st
MTM 26

Soundcraft Gigrac 1000st
If you’re gigging regularly, you’re going to need your own PA – and portability is always a key consideration. Huw Price goes on the road with Soundcraft’s latest offering.

  PV 8
MTM 24

Peavey PV 8
Peavey’s new PV 8 mixer may be as cheap as chips, but it’s packed with features that its price tag belies. Bob Dormon feasts on its functions.

RoadGear 160
MTM 23

Phonic Corporation RoadGear 160
RoadGear looks like the perfect all-in-one sound system for musicians playing small venues – but how does it actually sound? Keith Gemmell hits the road.

  MU1822X
MTM 23

Phonic MU1822X
There probably hasn’t been a better time to buy a budget mixer, but does Phonic’s MU1822X make it harder or easier to choose something suitable? Bob Dormon finds out.

Onyx 1620
MTM 19

Mackie Onyx 1620
This analogue console can be fitted with a digital implant, but will it appeal to digital diehards? Bob Dormon plugs and plays.

  Compact 4
MTM 15

Soundcraft Compact 4
Soundcraft turns its hand to a smaller mixer aimed at project studio users. Hollin Jones gets close-up and personal with the Compact 4…

01X
MTM 12

Yamaha 01X
Another digital mixing desk from Yamaha is no longer earth-shaking news – but the 01X is rather different. Bob Dormon finds out what the fuss is all about…

  6306 Mixer
MTM 10

Tapco 6306 Mixer
With its accessible price tag, there’s clearly more than a logo separating this new mixer from its competitors. Dan Goldstein hunts for compromises…

V-4 Vision Mixer
MTM 10

Edirol V-4 Vision Mixer
Want to combine images with your music but being put off by the lack of low-budget video hardware? Mark Jenkins gets visionary with the Edirol V-4…

  M-100FX Mixer/Audio Interface
MTM 08

Edirol M-100FX Mixer/Audio Interface
The M-100FX is a USB audio interface and compact mixer hybrid targeted at video studio applications. Dan Duffell explores its potential.

MG16/6FX Mixer
MTM 07

Yamaha MG16/6FX Mixer
Yamaha’s MG series of analogue mixers look just the job – but are they? Bob Dormon takes the compact MG16/6FX for a spin...

  MDR8 Mixer
MTM 06

Samson Technologies MDR8 Mixer
Small mixers come and go, but the MDR8 has a couple of tricks up its sleeve... Pete Crisp fades us in.

01V96
MTM 05

Yamaha 01V96
Yamaha’s 01V mixing desk gets an update and a mind-boggling bundle of new features. Bob Dormon prepares to lift the lid...

  Spirit E8
MTM 03

Soundcraft Spirit E8
Designed to be at home with recording setups or on stage, the Spirit E series mixer is obviously trying to be all things to all men. But does it suit our man Bob Dormon?

MG16/4 Mixing Console
MTM 03

Yamaha MG16/4 Mixing Console
Looking for a small, general-purpose mixer for your home studio or band but strapped for cash? Daniel Duffell sets out to discover whether industry giant Yamaha still knows how to appeal to those setting up a studio on a tight budget…

     

 


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