Looking for a Mixer.

[AudioSoldier]

I'm leaning towards a USB 2.0 mixer/interface. I'm not even sure if i will be able to word this correctly, but i'll give it a try.

I want full computer connectivity, i want a 4-8 channel mixer that is able to route into a DAW and route back to the mixer for hands-on mixing. Or possibly a control surface with 4-8 inputs, at least 2 with phantom power. I hope that's possible without spending an exorbitant amount of money.

If it is possible, which models/makes would be the recommended standard for nice recording quality? I'm not a total newb to recording, but i haven't had much practice with a mixer.

 

[Armistice]

Exorbitant = ?

 

[AudioSoldier]

I was hoping to keep it around $200-$300. However, I am open to suggestions.

 

[Uhdinator]

most USB mixers in that price range will only send stereo bus into a DAW.

 

[moresound]

Exorbitant = ?

Yes and absorbent!

 

[AudioSoldier]

most USB mixers in that price range will only send stereo bus into a DAW.

Ok, so which mixers will let me do what i'm asking? I know i may be asking alot, but i'm willing to comprimise on price as long as i get the features i'm looking for.

I know the Allen&Heath 16 track will let me do what i want but that is a tad out of my price range, so is there any way we can keep it in between my original price range and the $2k for the A&H model?

Also, as for sending the stero bus into the DAW, this basically means i plug in my mics/instruments and submix on the mixer and a mixed version is routed to the DAW?

Thanks for the responses guys!

 

[buzzard bass]

I'm leaning towards a USB 2.0 mixer/interface. I'm not even sure if i will be able to word this correctly, but i'll give it a try.

I want full computer connectivity, i want a 4-8 channel mixer that is able to route into a DAW and route back to the mixer for hands-on mixing. Or possibly a control surface with 4-8 inputs, at least 2 with phantom power. I hope that's possible without spending an exorbitant amount of money.

If it is possible, which models/makes would be the recommended standard for nice recording quality? I'm not a total newb to recording, but i haven't had much practice with a mixer.

The Zoom R16 sounds like it's exactly what you want, but it's 400, never seen it for less either. Nice little piece of gear too though. Worth saving a few pennies, cut out the Starbucks, bag lunches. That kinda thing. 8 inputs, 2 have phantom. Thank me later, actually if you see a great deal lemme know, you can link 2 of these things together.

 

[AudioSoldier]

The Zoom R16 sounds like it's exactly what you want, but it's 400, never seen it for less either. Nice little piece of gear too though. Worth saving a few pennies, cut out the Starbucks, bag lunches. That kinda thing. 8 inputs, 2 have phantom. Thank me later, actually if you see a great deal lemme know, you can link 2 of these things together.

That is perfect! I also love how it's a standalone portable recorder that can run on AA batteries, and can be synced to another R16 for double the inputs (awesome expandability)! Thanks alot Buzzard Bass!

Unfortunately i live outside of the U.S right now, which means everything has a nice price hike on it. I've seen the R16 at my local music shop, but was more interested by the Yamaha MW series of USB mixers they have. However, if i run into a deal online i will certainly point you in that direction.

*Edit*

At first i was hoping for something with more knobs and such, but sacrificing a few knobs to save a few dollars (won in my case) is perfectly ok with me. +rep to you!

 

[buzzard bass]

Glad to be of help mate.

 

[xplicitstudios]

Korg d12 track mixer, it was my first and it did the job and its not too expensive