Best Digital Mixers for Small Bands (XR18 vs XR16 vs X32 Rack)
A practical comparison of the Behringer XR16, XR18, and X32 Rack, explaining how each digital mixer fits different live band setups, recording needs, and budgets.
Mixers, Live Sound
Mixers
Live Sound, Mixers
Why Monitor Mixing Gets Hard in Live Sound (And How to Fix It)
A practical explanation of why monitor mixing becomes difficult in live sound and how workflow, mixer choice, and control access make the difference.
Mixers, Live Sound
When the Behringer X32 Makes Sense for Live Sound
A real-world guide to deciding when the Behringer X32 makes sense for live sound, focusing on workflow, venue size, and practical mixing needs rather than specs.
Mixers, Live Sound
Digital vs. Analog Mixing for Small Venues
A real-world comparison of digital vs analog mixers for small venues, based on live gigs using the XR18, X32, and Wing—not just specs or theory.
Mixers, Live Sound
Unlocking the X32 Effects Rack on Your XR18
A practical guide to unlocking the full X32 effects engine inside the Behringer XR18, including what’s already available, how it compares to the X32, and how live bands can get better sound without upgrading mixers.
Mixers, Live Sound
How to Record Multitrack Audio with the Behringer XR18 (USB Setup Guide)
A step-by-step guide to recording multitrack audio with the Behringer XR18 over USB, covering setup, routing, common mistakes, and how to capture clean rehearsal or live recordings without studio gear.
Mixers
Behringer XR18 Review: A Portable Digital Mixer That Punches Above Its Weight
An honest review of the Behringer XR18 from a live-band perspective, focusing on sound quality, reliability, mixing workflow, and whether it still makes sense for gigging musicians in real-world use.