compare both behringer mixer XENYX X1222USB and XENYX X2442USB

[MovieBuff]

The X32 is a great looking mixer. However, the cost of that mixer, when compared with the 2442, is well over twice that of the other.

Regarding Skype not liking Firewire audio devices... If you are running Skype on different machines, which I am, then the Firewire issues is not a problem, as the audio of Skype can be received into the mixer from the output of the machine into the mixer and visa-versa. The use of Firewire, or USB for that matter, is something I tend to bypass in the implementation of any mixer I use.

The only advantage might be, IF Wirecast were able to recognize multiple digital inputs (from Firewire, or USB), which it does not, the ability to use the audio delay capability of it to sync audio in those difficult bandwidth challenged calls where the sync is off.

If the Behringer X18 Mixer has multi-track recording, I'll get it.

[AlBurr]

Seems like you'll be getting it


Recording Simplicity

The incredibly fast and comprehensive 18 x 18 channel, bi-directional USB interface also makes the X18 an amazingly powerful digital mixing solution for recording directly to your iPad or PC. Whether you’re making rock history in the studio, or you want to capture intimate live performances – it’s never been easier to record stunning tracks with exceptional clarity.


Perhaps I am misinterpreting this feature but doesn't this mean you can have 18 separate channels out the USB to the PC thus Multi-Track?

[MovieBuff]

The X18 doesn't have aux sends?

I am surprised the Behringer X2442USB does not do multi-track via usb (please tell me I am wrong).

The Alesis MultiMix 16 USB FX:

All 16 channels on the MultiMix 16 can be recorded into a computer, along with the stereo Main Mix output, over the USB 2.0 connection. In addition, a stereo feed from the computer can be returned to the mixer for monitoring or mixing purposes.

http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/aug0...timixUSB16.htm

[Dan Ortego]

Seemingly, the 'newer' Behringer offerings are impressive. Since the X18 got mentioned above I'll go ahead and mention the X32 Rack. The backside shows Aux IN/Aux OUT so I can only guess that it means the same thing as Aux Send and Aux Return.