Rik (ESA)

We use a soundcraft ui16 and have been looking at a ui24 for the extra channels, as the mixer itself has been excellent, particularly with an external router. Any views on how it compares to the Behringer? The number of channels in the XR18 makes that an option, and like you say, a cheaper one given recent reductions...

Sorry I should have said, it’s the bigger venues where we lack a bit of headroom on the vocals, generally the 712 have done admirably. I play bass through the PA and without an amp, but the guitarist has an amp onstage (not loud at all) and we have a live drummer. He has loud cymbals and snare but we’re looking at options to lower those volumes (different cymbals, and holding back on the snare). Thanks very much for the response, very useful. Did you notice much of an upgrade moving from 12 inch cones to the 15s?

Hi all, Looking for some guidance from those in the know - I play in a 4 piece covers band with female lead vocals, and getting said vocals to the front of the mic is achievable but not the easiest. We do all the usual tricks (EQ, lowering volume of other instruments etc.) and use appropriate mics etc, so we’re now onto considering a louder speaker. There are many a rave review on the RCF 735’s, but they currently push towards £1,800 for a pair, so I’m trying to determine how much extra they will actually add. Of course, I know that alternatives exist so if anybody has other recommendations on the active tops front please let me know - we’ve had great results with the 712a’s which is why I’ve looked to RCF again as a starting point. For reference, we use 2 x 905AS subs as well, which I’m not looking to change. Thanks in advance for any assistance. Rick

Agreed, I’ll certainly look into that! Thanks again for the help.

Thanks very much for the reply. My band currently use a Soundcraft UI16, which has been great in truth, however there are concerns with the reliance on wireless mixing only, which was why we were looking at the physical fader option again. I must say, the rack version of the X32 looks a great price! Thanks again.

Hi all, looking for some general guidance... I have an opportunity to buy one of the above second hand, but I’m struggling to decide which to go for. Is there anything beyond the scribble strip that makes the Compact more appealing? I must say that this feature looks terrific, however the footprint and rack-mount-ability of the producer, and indeed lower price makes it a tough choice... I’d welcome the views of anyone with any experience / knowledge of these mixers please! Thanks in advance. Rick

Bought a Soundcraft desk from Dunc - top bloke, top comms, top sale all round! Pleasure doing business.