Ideally suited for both live and studio applications, the Behringer X AIR XR16 is a powerhouse 16x6 portable mixer that's housed in an extremely sturdy stage box and designed for use with iPad and Android tablets. It features 8 award-winning Midas-designed mic preamps, convenient integrated Wi-Fi module for wireless control, and USB connectivity for file storage, system updates, and uncompressed stereo recordings via the USB Stereo Recorder.

Notable features include a 100-band RTA for all channels and bus EQs, the revolutionary Dugan-style Auto-Mixing for fast and easy gain adjustments, and the award-winning X32 effects rack, featuring 4 stereo FX slots. Enjoy the freedom to move around and manipulate all parameters of your mix with the free iOS, Android, and Mac/Windows applications to dial in the perfect mix from anywhere in the venue—or the tracking room. Advanced engineering and meticulous design deliver stellar sonic performance.

Programmable MIDAS-Designed Mic Preamps    8 x Combo XLR-1/4" + 8 x 1/4" TRS Inputs    6 XLR Outputs    Built-In Tri-Mode Wi-Fi Router    USB Stereo WAV Recording and Playback    4-Band EQ + 4 Virtual Stereo FX    40-Bit Floating-Point DSP    MIDI In / Out    Includes Rack Ears and Power Cord

• iPad/Android tablet-controlled 16-input digital mixer for studio and live application
• 8 award-winning Midas-designed, fully programmable mic preamps for audiophile sound quality
• Built-in Tri-Mode Wi-Fi router for direct operation, no need for external routers
• Revolutionary Dugan-style Auto-Mixing automatically manages microphone gain sharing
• USB connector for uncompressed stereo WAV recording and playback
• Award-winning X32 effects rack, featuring 4 stereo FX slots including high-end simulations such as Lexicon 480L and PCM70, EMT250, and Quantec QRSc, etc.
• 100-band Real Time Analyzer (RTA) for all channel and bus EQ's
• Rack ears and protection bumpers included for flexible rack and onstage applications
• 6 aux buses and main LR with inserts, full dynamics processing, and 6-band parametric or 31-band graphic EQ
• 4 XLR Aux outputs and 2 XLR main outputs plus phones connector
• 40-bit floating-point DSP features "unlimited" dynamic range with no internal overload and near-zero overall latency
• Free iOS, Android, and PC/Mac/Linux apps available for remote operation via Ethernet, LAN, or Wi-Fi
• MIDI In/Out allows controlling the mixer via MIDI equipment (including Mackie Control protocol)
• Future firmware updates, including new FX "Plug Ins", downloadable from behringer.com free of charge
• Internal switch-mode power supply for noise-free audio and low power consumption

Designed for the ultimate in mobility, the XR16 comes with an integrated Wi-Fi module for direct control of your mixer’s functions without the need to set up and configure an external router. The XR16 gives you the freedom to focus on your mix, while allowing you to move about the venue to experience what every part of the audience is hearing. Plus, you can adjust live monitor wedges from the artist’s perspective—or better yet, let them mix their own IEMs and floor monitors via their own tablets

• Access Point is the easiest way to connect up to 4 clients directly and concurrently (i.e., iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, or laptop). This mode should have your remote control up and running in less than a minute.
• Wi-Fi Client allows you to add your mixer to the existing wireless network where the controlling apps and devices are connected.
• Alternatively, wired connections can be made directly to your PC, to a local area network (LAN), or when connecting to a dedicated Wi-Fi router, e.g., for extended range or 5 GHz applications.

• The front-panel USB type-A connector makes the XR16 not only an amazingly powerful digital mixing solution, but also allows recording your live stereo tracks directly to attached USB flash media or hard drives. Dial in the perfect live mix with effects and zero-latency, while sending a dedicated stereo mix to your thumb drive for recording, or play background music in a break.
• 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.

• When your application calls for a multiple-microphone setup, such as an onstage panel discussion, press conference or courtroom proceeding, etc., it can become a challenge to maintain so many open mics – and preserve maximum gain and priority for the moderator.
• A major first for compact audio mixers, our revolutionary X AIR Gain Sharing technology can easily manage fully automated mixes with up to 8 live microphones. Based on the legendary Dan Dugan automix system, the XR16’s gainsharing paradigm automatically controls the levels of all selected microphones in real time, without any gating artifacts or noise modulation.
• This function dramatically reduces the typical feedback, studio noise, and comb filtering challenges that can occur when two or more mics are in close proximity to each other. X AIR Gain Sharing technology provides a consistent system gain structure, even when multiple speakers are talking at the same time.

• Equipped with the very same FX engines as the now legendary X32 Digital Mixing Console, the onboard virtual FX Rack provides access to four true-stereo (8 mono), multi-effects processors including delay, chorus, dynamics—plus the XR16 can run production-quality, true-stereo reverbs concurrently with 31-band EQ on the main and aux buses, all without the need for any additional hardware.
• You can select any combination of high-end simulations of legendary studio effects, such as the Lexicon 480L and PCM70, as well as the EMT250 and Quantec QRS reverbs. Onboard processing means your computer doesn’t have to do the heavy lifting during a mixing session with DAW plugins as the XR16 has a whole studio of FX under its hood.
• Custom-designed, and physically modeled after some of the most iconic and sought-after processors, all effects run inside the low-latency environment of the X32 mix engine, ensuring flawless performance, flexible routing and the end of cable faults forever.

• The XR16 includes a high-resolution 100-band Real Time Analyzer (RTA), with full Bar and Spectrograph views. This high-resolution RTA displays the audio energy distribution in 100 frequency bands over time – capturing a sonogram window of a full 10 seconds.
• Switch between the Large RTA view, displaying any available signal in full screen resolution, or the Combined RTA view shown above each of the channel and bus EQ curves – and see the results of your filtering choices. Additionally, the RTA can be displayed on top of the 31-band graphic EQs in the Main LR or Aux buses. Monitoring and controlling frequencies have never been easier!

• The XR16 allows you to achieve the same incredible level of EQ finesse as the award-winning X32 thanks to its 100-band Real Time Analyzer, which is built into every input channel and bus EQ. Visual feedback built into the control app allows you to see and make fast, surgical adjustments to frequencies in need of a boost or a cut.
• Every input channel also features Low-Cut, 4-band fully parametric EQ and the same Gate and Compressor dynamics suite found in the X32—with one very special addition; you can choose either Expert or Simple functionality. In Expert mode, you can drill down and get your hands on every nuance of your dynamics. Or, if you’re more of the ‘plug and play’ type, Simple mode lets you either select from one of our 4 carefully optimized presets—or load your own channel templates. Add to this 40-bit, floating-point DSP and you’ll experience virtually “unlimited” dynamic range with no internal overload and near-zero overall latency.
• In addition to the Main L/R bus for Front of House, 6 Aux buses are provided for dialing in the perfect monitor mixes, or creating a dedicated mix for your USB stereo recording—complete with inserts, dynamics, and either a 6-band parametric EQ or 31-band graphic EQ. And if all these outstanding EQ options put a smile on your face, you’ll love it even more when we tell you that 100-band RTAs are available for these as well.

The physical MIDI I/O port on the XR16 mixer can also be used for connecting external MIDI controllers, such as our X-TOUCH or B-CONTROL products, for dynamically controlling channel level, muting, and panorama adjustments during your performance. An upcoming firmware release will also support the Mackie Control protocol, allowing you to easily apply comprehensive remote editing and parameter adjustments via any compatible MIDI devices.

If your application requires a computer for Behringer X AIR mixer remote control, the X AIR EDIT was made just for you. Simply copy and launch the free software with your computer, connect to the mixer via its built-in Ethernet (LAN) connector using a Cat 5 cable (max. 328' length), and all X AIR mixer functions are instantly mirrored on your computer screen. Since your PC screen is larger than the one on your smartphone, X AIR EDIT allows you to open and scale more app windows, such as for routing or FX editing, letting you decide how much information you need at a glance. All touch screens are supported, or you can use a mouse to adjust your physical mixer's settings. You can even control multiple mixers remotely from a single computer, or create several strategically placed computer stations to control the same mixer.

iPad

• Front of House is wherever you and your iPad are thanks to the new X AIR MIX app for iPad. Simply download the free app to your iPad, set the Behringer X AIR mixer to Access Point mode, and connect your iPad to the XR16 network that will show up. After launching the X AIR MIX app, select the mixer image, and all of your X AIR mixer’s settings can now be adjusted directly from your iPad. You can save your favorite scenes and load previously stored scenes and presets to/from your iPad or customize your channel layout, all with the support of innovative drag ’n’ drop functionality.

Android

• Designed specifically for all Android mobile devices (2.2 or higher), which includes tablets and smartphones, the app can be used in one of two modes: full access mixing mode; or bound to a specific aux bus for creating personal monitor mixes remotely on Behringer X AIR mixers. Using this free and easy to learn app, each performer can use their Android device to dial-in the perfect personal IEM or wedge monitor mix, without having to consult the audio engineer for assistance. With the X AIR MIX App for Android, personal monitor mixing just got a whole lot more personal—both live and in the studio! But it doesn’t stop there—in full access mixing mode, the app provides control over all channel processing, including the RTA overlay, effects editing, storing/loading scenes or presets, and much more—whether you’re running a 12" tablet or a 5" smartphone.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does this differ from the Behringer XR-18? And does this use the same software?

A: The Midas MR18 is made from higher grade components, offering the quality sound Midas is known for; though the software, functionally, will be the same. Granted, you would want to get the m-air app instead of the x-air app with the MR18.

Q: 2. This Mixer, have a 48 Phanton volt?

A: Yes, this will provide phantom power (48volts)

Q: 3. My camera lens is 72mm. Will this teleprompter fit ok?

A: yes

Q: 4. Could this be used with a Sony Handycam HDR Sony PXW-X200 XDCAM?

A: Yes it could be. This Prompter has a base plate that accepts Camcorders and DSLRs. You should be able to attach a camcorder like the PXW-X200 to this unit.

Q: 5. what else is needed to operate this device? Does it need a prompter server?

A: The device attaches to a camera mounted on a tripod. Beside the camera itself, you also need an iPad and teleprompter app (several apps are available, I went with Prompt Smart )

Q: 6. Can you deliver to Marseille, France?

A: You may calculate your actual shipping options/order totals by adding the items you want to a shopping cart. It will then list the shipping options, descriptions, ETA's and fees to your location.

Q: 7. Does tablet size affect screen resolution? i.e., will a 9 tablet be better than a 7 ?

A: I just used the TP-300B today (and I've used it with numerous other people before). I use a 7-inch Nexus, which I purchased from B&H, and it works perfectly. I've never had complaints from performers about not being able to read the text. The free DV Prompter app allows the text size and color to be changed. I just use the default. My 7-inch Nexus has wonderful resolution. A larger screen would allow larger text to be used without decreasing the amount of text on screen to the same extent. This could be useful in cases where the performer might have to be very far from the camera. I would recommend downloading the free DV Prompter App and see how the text looks to you from the distance your talent will be reading from. Note that the scrolling speed can also be changed. I recommend using a fast speed and letting the talent use the remote control to pause the scrolling. Advise them to not hold down the pause button, or the blutooth link will be shut off. Also, I discourage the use of the speed and skip buttons on the remote, because they make loud clicks that will be picked up on mic.

Q: 8. Does it fit to Panasonic AG-DVX200 or I will need bigger model?

A: This will work fine with a camera the size of the DVX200.

Q: 9. mr18 have deesser plugginn

A: thank you for your question. This unit does not have a primary deesser effect available but you can achieve a similar effect but a combination of EQ and compression.

Q: 10. Does Remote Control work with Android tablets? I have a 9 and 10 inch tablet with Android 3.0 and Bluetooth 3.0 and I want to know if the remote control worked with what applications on the tablet.

A: You need to install the DV Prompter app on your tablet. Simply pair the bluetooth remote to your tablet in the bluetooth settings.