November 2024
Audio Mixers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of audio mixers rankings posted by key online experts, as of November 2024.
Summary
On 13 Nov 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 94 audio mixer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
78 audio mixers were endorsed in total, only 11 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 13 Nov 2024, Yamaha MG10XU takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed audio mixer with 5 expert endorsements.
Brand breakdown
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Behringer: 15 audio mixers
(#1 is Behringer Xenyx Q502USB)
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Yamaha: 7 audio mixers
(#1 is Yamaha MG10XU)
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Allen & Heath: 6 audio mixers
(#1 is Allen & Heath ZEDi 10FX)
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Mackie: 6 audio mixers
(#1 is Mackie PROFX8v2)
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Soundcraft: 5 audio mixers
(#1 is Soundcraft Ui24R)
Price breakdown
At a glance - November Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Mixer |
filmlifestyle.com
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Futurism
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Vlog Tribe
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Podcast Insights
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Music Critic
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American Songwriter
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Music Radar
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BestReviews
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BestCovery
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obsbot.com
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1
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- | $215 |
Yamaha MG10XU
The Yamaha MG10XU mixer is a versatile and reliable tool with 24 built-in effects presets, audio interface capabilities, and 10 input channels, making it suitable for a range of use cases.
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5
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2
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9
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4
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10
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2
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- | $2700 |
SSL Big SiX
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3
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1
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3
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3
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+1 | $597 |
Zoom LiveTrak L-12
The Zoom LiveTrak L-12 mixer is a versatile and portable device with 16 built-in effects presets, 12-track simultaneous recording, and a 14-in/4-out USB audio interface connectivity, making it a reliable and user-friendly recording device for musicians, podcasters, and content creators.
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7
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8
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1
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4
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-1 | $350 |
TC-Helicon GoXLR
The TC-Helicon GoXLR mixer is a versatile and user-friendly audio mixer that offers customizable effects and audio parameters, making it ideal for content creators, streamers, podcasters, and musicians who want to produce high-quality audio.
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1
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5
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5
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New * | Check price |
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c
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5
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2
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6
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New * | $1000 |
Korg SoundLink MW-1608
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2
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6
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14
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-1 | $400 |
Allen & Heath ZEDi 10FX
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7
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3
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15
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- | $65 |
PylePro PAD10MXU
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5
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5
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16
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+1 | $1450 |
Behringer X32 Producer
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4
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10
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17
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+1 | $830 |
Yamaha MG20XU
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13
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5
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18
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+1 | Check price |
Mackie PROFX8v2
The Mackie PROFX8v2 mixer is a versatile and portable mixer with high-quality effects, USB connectivity, and a variety of input options, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and live sound engineers.
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8
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10
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We ranked Yamaha MG10XU #1 in November 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Vlog Tribe
Great All-in-one Audio Mixer
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It has ten channel mixers
It is easy to use
It is durable
It has 4XLR input
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On an expensive side
Some reviews are saying it malfunctions and overheats
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Music Critic
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D-PRE mic preamps deliver exceptional sound clarity.
24 built-in SPX effects for versatile sound design.
Durable metal chassis designed for longevity onstage
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obsbot.com
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Excellent sound clarity
Intuitive design
Inbuilt MP3 player
Bluetooth and USB support
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A limited number of input channels
Controls are slightly restrictive
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We ranked SSL Big SiX #2 in November 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked SSL Big SiX as #1.
Music Critic
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SSL Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip processing add studio-grade polish to recordings.
Extensive connectivity options, including USB interface for seamless integration.
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Music Radar
Best Mixer Overall
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Quality SSL preamps
Sought after compressor that works great on drums and busses
16-channel interface
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An expensive choice
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obsbot.com
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Superb audio quality
Has G-Series bus compressor
Integrates seamlessly with digital setups using USB
Excellent build
The bus compressor is great
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Higher price points restrict accessibility
Steep learning curve
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend audio mixers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of audio mixers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for November 2024 ranking
filmlifestyle.com
Futurism
Vlog Tribe
Podcast Insights
Music Critic
American Songwriter
Music Radar
BestReviews
BestCovery
obsbot.com
We ranked Zoom LiveTrak L-12 #3 in November 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Zoom LiveTrak L-12 as #1.
Music Critic
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12-track recording to SD card with simultaneous playback to computer.
Customizable headphone mixes for up to 5 band members.
Extensive connectivity options including USB and SD card recording.
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Music Radar
Best For Rehearsal For Rooms
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All-in-one mixer and recorder
Custom mix monitoring
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Mic preamps not quite flawless
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BestReviews
Best of the best
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A simple but comprehensive unit that doesn't take up too much space.
Connect up to 5 headphones at once.
Scene-saving function lets you save up to 9 at once.
Buyers laud its comprehensive feature set for such a portable unit.
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Some reports of sound-bleeding through channels.
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We ranked TC-Helicon GoXLR #4 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked TC-Helicon GoXLR as #1.
Vlog Tribe
Most Popular Audio Mixer for Streaming
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It has high power
It produces exquisite sound quality
It has a multiple voice effects option
It has an RGB lights function
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It is expensive
Some complaints are saying that it malfunctions a few months after use
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BestReviews
Great For Looping
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Part multi-channel mixer, part preamp, part sampler—this unit does a little bit of everything.
TC-Helicon is a favorite among musicians and podcasters for its simple and beautiful design.
Easy-access buttons make everything simple. Great for streamers
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While many musicians love this unit, some may want more control than this offers.
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We ranked PreSonus StudioLive AR8c #5 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Music Critic
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Dual functionality as an analog option and USB audio interface.
Bluetooth connectivity for easy streaming from smart devices.
Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite for enhanced production capabilities.
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Music Radar
Best For Small Studios
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Highly versatile
Tough build quality
Great features for podcasters
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Quite bulky
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We ranked Korg SoundLink MW-1608 #6 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Music Critic
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HiVolt mic preamps and Velvet Sound AD/DA converters ensure exceptional audio fidelity.
Streamlined per-channel EQ and compressors simplify the mixing process.
Integrated Korg digital effects enhance creativity and performance.
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Music Radar
Best Mixer for Bands
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Excellent quality preamps and A/D converters
Korg effects are top quality
Flexible, musician-friendly features such as mute groups
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Lacks full audio interface or onboard recording
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We ranked Allen & Heath ZEDi 10FX #7 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Music Radar
Best On Budget
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A fantastic affordable mixer
Good USB interfacing options
Boutique preamps
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Not as visually pleasing as older models
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We ranked PylePro PAD10MXU #8 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Futurism
Best Budget
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Offers USB connectivity on a budget
48-volt phantom power on a single XLR input
Ultra-compact
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USB output limited to one channel
Despite USB connectivity, more useful in live sound applications
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We ranked Behringer X32 Producer #9 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
Music Radar
Supreme power and value from this digital mixer
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Midas designed preamps
Multichannel 32 x 32 USB interfacing Flexible bus routing
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No combi XLR inputs
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We ranked Yamaha MG20XU #10 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
obsbot.com
The Best Audio Mixer for Mid-range Studio
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Excellent studio-quality audio
Easy-to-navigate interface
Robust design
Numerous connectivity options
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Quite heavy, which affects portability
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We ranked Mackie PROFX8v2 #11 in November 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best audio mixers” rankings.
