All user reviews for the Behringer DDX3216

-Not try to Racker
Some limit-e / s analog direct outputs have fun but also does good is a digital and that price should not ask for the moon.
Conection-levels, trs well nothing to say.
Eq them lack a bit of precision for my taste
Upscaling in 24/48 Sufis largely for my own use
-The internal automation I have not used, for against the console used to control the mixer of Cubase and midi faders motoriss after the mix is ​​internal gnial (nb: no HUI mode fashion so tlcomande not available for pro tools ... grrrrr: /

UTILIZATION

Dja-for anyone who used a mix numrique table using the DDX is a breeze, trs intuitive for those coming from analog must well faloir 5 / 10 minutes more to get used to the concept
I do not remember not having opened the manual

SOUNDS

-I found rather transparent converters, taken on acoustic 12-string with a large diaphragm microphone Chinese, trs aproach its really natural sound (at least the end of what my ears still hear saturax guitar sound natural)
Trs pramplis them are clean as broadly comparable to those of my digi 002
For effects-not bad sharck the dsp (the Memme than creamware, or on some amps high ranges like H & K Zenter) do their job but nothing more, for against the fact that there is a dynamic section for each is really great.

OVERALL OPINION

I can use it for a prs 3 months
Most:

- Dynamic per
- 4 multis can DPAN
- The "meter band" at the fader Intgr
- Small and flexible
Price-quality RAPORT absolutely unbeatable on the nine

les:

-The fact that the input output S / P DIF are not assignable or you want *
-That the e / s numriques spares either otpion (since 16 tracks of their consoles are DDIS)
-Number of analog output limits 6 and spares including 4 rpart bus / to
The fan-not silencieu.
-Not compatible pro tools (especially since their last mulate the control surface so it'll have HUI probably not much more expensive to upgrade a kit like Mackie HUI has for its control surface)

Response to sebdu25:

The console is "capable" of 32 inputs and 16 independent outputs.
But like all digital consoles, it is equipped with only a few inputs and outputs "physical", the other inputs and outputs by a digital means of digital interfaces to plug in the back of the console.

For the 32 entries, it is necessary to add racks of physical inputs converting analog signals into digital signals, and connect their digital output interfaces plugged into the console.

Originally from the console comes with:
Entries: 12 mono inputs with XLR mic preamp (+ jacks) and 2 stereo line inputs (4 Jacks).
Outputs: 2 MAIN outputs, 4 outputs patchable (eg, auxiliary) and two digital stereo outputs also patchable, Phone +, Control Room, etc..

Extensions possible:
Can be added such as a rack and ADA8000 Pro8 Digital Interface ADT1616.
We then have 8 inputs mono mic / line and 8 extra XLR line outputs further.
So a total of 20 mono inputs + stereo inputs of the console.

You can still add a new rack ADA8000 connected to the same interface ADT1616.
We then have 8 inputs mono mic / line and 8 extra XLR line outputs further.

So a total of 28 mono inputs + 4 stereo inputs of the console, making good 32 independent input channels. But we will more than double the budget entry ...

As for outputs, we then have taken much more "physical" than the 16 independent output channels that computer console can handle.
We must therefore decide to send signals to each outlet.

I do not know this particular point, but I feel that we can send to choose one of 16 digital channels on each physical outputs available. On the score of 20 out multiple broadcast the same signal.

32 inputs and 16 independent outputs in this small volume and the price is not bad! ...

UTILIZATION

Ras

SOUNDS

Ras

OVERALL OPINION

Ras

For specifications, refer to previous opinions.

UTILIZATION

Ditto

SOUNDS

The sound on the whole is appropriate, with a signal / noise ratio very correct.
on the other hand, in my case, problems of cross talk between the slices and even between the bus! (It's relatively quiet, although still easily detectable)

OVERALL OPINION

Apparently, my case is not a generality. I've had problems with the DDX3216.
She broke down at least 3 times, and actuellemnt is totally unusable.
I bought it in 2002 at a price of € 2300 !!!!!
That is why I have some balls ...
Now it is true that given the current new price (in € 600 / 700), provided it works perfectly (Which seems to be the case for many users) is a very good deal with a quality / price ratio unbeatable.

For this section, information is widely available on the Web ...
In this respect, it fits my needs well enough, I added the card to connect my ADAT sound card RME HDSP 9652!

UTILIZATION

Config. is very simple! This table is very easy Taking Charge!

SOUNDS

The sound is cold, but the restite is clean & clear ... that's all I expected (for the price ...)!

OVERALL OPINION

I bought two 2.5 years ago, each teams with ADAT card.
One has never pos no problem (apart from some rare extinctions, but worry redmarrage)!

The other, however, silent on dballage down (& any dusts !?!?!)... SAV return the next day.
I reu another 2 months APRS. She Bugu trsrgulirement ds the first day (clips of VU meters, frquentes extinctions, failures of the motor faders, etc. ....)... return sender APRS year (I'm patient, but she ended up not Get You Started ...)!!!
So I reu another 6 weeks later ... for 8 months & she did, for the moment, not possible ... oufffff worry!

In short, to be "quiet", it is better to buy two (condition, Obviously, the usefulness of having ...)!
For its price, it makes all of the same good service ... but reliability issue is the lottery, and the better to have a "spare tire"! Finally this is just my opinion ...

Console Rack 32 outs in 16 (24-bit 48Khz max)
12 pramps of fairly good quality with analog insert + 2 Stereo jack with gain in
4 stro internal multi fx (including 2 free reverbs)
4 omni outputs (assignable)
16 internal buses
A master (XLR)
CR (symtriques jacks)
1 headphone
Word clock in out
spdif (lanes 13 and 14)
SMPTE
2 slots for options (ADAT TDIF AESEBU)

UTILIZATION

This console works well trs, trs is intuitive and does ncssite the manual for some opration routing (if you want to assign to auxs omni outputs while being able to equalize (the remaining much simpler on the Yamaha and others).
The meters on each slice to be very practical and multi-function knobs make a lot of service.

SOUNDS

The 12 pramp are transparent but lack a bit of momentum, which is easily corrected with the compressors, eqs (4 bands paramtriques) and gate of each slice. The converters are fairly sound and cohrents round (much better than the company 01V and my taste more than 2,500 are more than dcevantes ...) no pb clock and sync (same if it is better to clock in on the word prsonus for example), sound effects plutt not bad, except some reverb in the long values ​​.... The connection is rather poor (as on all others) but with 16 channels of ADAT cards 190
but happiness.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it to record sound and moving a couple presonus digimax, PC (Nuendo) and 24 HD for about a year. By comparing it to Yamaha (01V, 02R ...) I use rgulirement I think it sounds far too good (or better). The weak points for me are:
- The only way spdif assignable 13/14
- The failure to process (compress eq fx) and 16 internal buses that serve ultimately as subgroups
- The quality of production remains below the trs MODELS Japanese and others (especially do not open !!!!!!!).
I think even when it's a great product (no competitor on the market!) 575 and ashamed for our German friends: what more?

a few gaps in the paramtrage (compared with 01V96), I find trs complte (except SPDIF input and also the tape that take place in other entries).

UTILIZATION

Very easy to use, I find it intuitive trs. (Easier than the yamaha o one sometimes gets lost in the menus if you do not use the same MODEL all the time)

SOUNDS

The pramps are transparent (no breath (-72dB gain with background - calculate with my RME HDSP9652 ADAT in))
The converters will rev well (taken from his sound good in general)

OVERALL OPINION

For almost five years of use (and yes, I bought it in 2000 while beginners with ADAT card! So do not complain of the quality price because I am me trs happy even this price (except that now the 01V96 is almost the same price as the DDX3216 5 years ago 500 prs see 1000) I have never encountered worries, the same ventillo level that has never made a noise monster (can be the first model taient stronger than 600 new releases!)

Is Rack? yes
What is the type of connection (RCA, Jack, XLR ...)? XLR microphone inputs, line inputs for Jack
How many lanes, bus attendant, departures, returns ...)? 16 channels in native range in 32 with a card and two ADA8000 adat.
The parametric equalizer is it? full 4-band parametric
An effects section is it integrated? ... For digital consoles: 4 multi-effects built acceptable.
Automation is supported? yes

UTILIZATION

The general configuration is it simple? yes
The usual functions are they easily accessible? very
The manual is clear and sufficient? ... Little use: it is an intuitive console.

SOUNDS

Overall sound quality is good.

OVERALL OPINION

I have three, and used live outdoors for 4 years. The live and the outdoors are demanding circumstances, and I had 2 times of trouble, but for reasons that would have impacted any console (console in the water, and console forgotten in the sun, after drying and cooling, ddx return to life!).
Personally, I prefer the interface of ddx that of yam. that have a slightly higher sound quality.
The value for money of these consoles is unbeatable. They have a reputation dragged major downtime, I did not have this concern. I have three, then, and I bought in a failed, I repaired and works every day since. I said all along, alerted on the forums for information failures in the heating power supplies, I grafted additional fans on my boxes in my lim consoles.
I would do if this choice? yeah, definitely. I look also forward to X32 the behringer.

For CHARACTERISTICS, visit the Behringer.
It is a console numrique, do not forget to synchronize with the rest of the hardware.
Otherwise, some will say that is the Behringer!

UTILIZATION

Me, I have AIM routing functions, safeguarding paramtres MDIA * Smart and visualization of the level on each channel.

* With adapter PMCI

SOUNDS

I use it with the expansion card connects to a 1616 ADT ALESIS HD24.
The 3216 synchronizes the HD24.
Personally, I 'm very satisfied. Not seeking any color in the sound, but plutt transparency, it suits me well!
When it is 100% mastery operation, it provides good service.
Trslgre coloration in the acute to the headphone jack.
The fan of the original noise was cold, I have replaced by an equivalent MODEL and now ... silence! (12volt-100-mA 40mmX40mm)
Available at Conrad REFERENCE: 53 14-29 73 at a price of 9 Euros.

OVERALL OPINION

Nothing to do with the consoles diffrent Behringer that I tried. The DDX3216 has convinced me its price over quality.
I use it for about two years (every day) from the fan, no worries.
I keep my and my mackie soundcraft in relief, but at the risk of shock to some, I prfre my 3216!
There are better, but that is much more expensive .....

Added 10 fvrier 2006

I possde this console since 2002 and I 'm used almost every day.
I record concerts often "classic" in DIFFERENT places (churches, chapels) where the temprature and the rates are quite hygromtrie nfastes for the electronics.
The heckling by van dplacements somewhat DDX3216!
Well, not a failure, not the least abnormal!
I use it mainly input / output interface via ADAT numriques 1616 with routing functions.
The techniques DIFFERENT problem faced by some of you, s' explained by the application of a pricing policy "trs" emissions that fact that Chinese manufacturers Behringer consult DIFFERENT . Thus, despite the specifications imposed by Behringer, making this console is in Ingala of SERIES SERIES.
If we can criticize dmarches commercial products of the brand, it is difficult to criticize the console that benefitted from an excellent qualitprix.


Added November 18, 2008
Since 2002, not a failure, always Fidler!
If it falls in the road, I make you sign ...

4 effects

UTILIZATION

It is more ergonomic than the 01
It was always a dpart For at hand, without having to change page.

SOUNDS

The pramp.sont clear crystal hair.
prvoir lamps to cut corners.

OVERALL OPINION

It is very well fiddle to the house.
But sail with her for a show or a recording, if it is your only console,
would be "absolutely suicidal"
It can lcher a while on the other.
mine broke down in garantie.Aprs rpar t have it again the same fault (Alim) a few weeks after.
Silent as the guarantee expires when the SAV rpondu me that I had to pay for the rerparer.
It's a gadget unreliable and trade policy malhonnte

features

This in my opinion the most interesting part of this console, though different from his most famous rival 01V96 (la01v Classic does not even compare yours), it is nonetheless equally useful and sometimes more simple.

the ddx features 16 mix busses which opens many possibilities, but surprisingly, no routing is allowed on these buses which requires them to return each bus in a slice if you want to take advantage of routing options (the least for assigning the hand)

it has 32 channels with 16 "virtual" home that can operate entirely provided you have an interface.
if using the 32 channel mixer with external sources, we can no longer enjoy the 16canaux "virtual" to mix buses, or the fx which requires an external treatment for dynamic eq and other treatments offered by the machine .

no grid patch compared to the 01V96, we can assign the inputs on faders in groups of 8, and the PSU ghosts walking by 2x6 3x4 cons for yamaha.

cepandant, how to use the console is more open than the Japanese graces encoders on each channel and the other six rotary encoders and push under the screen, you can have control on the selected channel 4 start (at or fx) and a departure on all other channels which is more comfortable on stage.

the machine is very thoughtful, very intuitive, very easy to access and although no longer distributed, still deserves its place in our regulated (for models that works in any case ...)

48khz and 24 bit conversion is the maximum available, 4 internal effects are present whatever the configuration, the cepandant fx 3 and 4 do not dsposent reverbs.

everything can be made using the fx or circuits as onstage, but it obviously sacrifices the effect fx channel selected. can therefore have a total of 8 circuits independent mixes

and it is rackabe flycase proposed by Thomann is very well designed

Word clock sync by internal or external via the slot extensions.

UTILIZATION

very simple to use, and adaptability to the style of chaqun: eg

you can choose to display either the channel parameters to first select either by touching the fader or encoder of the channel.

the manual is very clear and explicit

all important functions are the same and a little more ...

a statement on the mine: it tends to become unstable hot, so I removed the cover from the slot 2 in order to install additional ventillo which solves this problem.

I think having the forum and the opinions that this console has the capacity and performance alternative to the 01V96 which is expensive but in return for its price, you have to fiddle a bit to get some reliability
yamaha It's expensive but it works and you buy you ask yourself questions
ddx the other hand is cheap but it you offset the financial gap that inevitably creates a gap in reliability

SOUNDS

RAS on sound, transparent and dynamic, so you hear everything and its opposite ...

OVERALL OPINION

I know very well on small 01V96 but the LS9 and M7CL, I had the opportunity to work on vista studer 2000, harrison (film studio mix) and some other nice machines incomparable

I like my little cepandant ddx offering me a lot of possibilities for a lower prices despite the hacks

Note that worries me one encountered on this machine seem to be very often due to the PSU heats can very well deport this one out of the console and ventilate more efficassement has provided you know what ing.

it is a choice of mc Guiver sound broomsticks abstain.

View manufacturer's description.

UTILIZATION

I bought it because it fesais an all in one, mixing and effects. I have not exploited its full potential. I used it only for mix tapes are and what instrument I played. For the first console, I managed to get out with the documents provided. Both in terms of uses that connection to my instruments and my sound card.

SOUNDS

The sonoritée is good for my level of use. My chain is generally consistent with his plays and microphones Behringer Samsons more I used it in my room in a small room with sound not studied.

OVERALL OPINION

I do not use more than 2 years since I moved and not yet reinstalled my music corner. She almost always had a problem at the level of which ventillo fesais sound of chopper aumoins for a good quarter of an hour before doing a little quieter. She sleeps in a closet and hope it will eve ... well surprise the day I remmetrais up.

I hope this little review has helped you, I'm not exercise specialist.

everything is already said elsewhere, the month I use the extension with adat and 8 in the same brand. of shots I can route a what I want, but only in groups of 2 in / out.

UTILIZATION

not need manual, overall if you know the 01v well ... damage must be forgotten because the ergonomics of this console and have a reverse reflex ....
but everything that is annoying on the 01v is easy to access this one.

SOUNDS

is the c or c is interesting: against all expectations the sound is really good, contrary to what one might expect for the price and c is astonishing .. by comparison beside the 01V96 has converters aggressive enough in the highs and low cold enough ... The EQ is much more complete and effective on the console.
the effects are quite correct. however I'm not super convinced by the compressors.

OVERALL OPINION

What I love most is ergonomics c which is much more simple and accessible as on a 01V.
there is a bar graph in lane c is great.
the sound is also better that what we say (and despite the difference in price opportunity !!!!).
c now it is a pity theres no treatment on the master or the 16 bus ... no delays no longer possible .... c is really poor on this side ...
in fact what the console has suffered reliability cest. I think the problem come from the power supply, fan and drain hole are ridiculously small and the console seems poorly ventilated. Me my mine made some false starts in extreme conditions, below and above 10.C 35.C but since I've done it 4 years, used multiple configurations, I have never had any problems but I add for safety behind a UPS.

I work on a lot of numerical models 01v/96, 02V, M7CL, DM1000, DM2000, SONY-DMXR100, PM5D ICON ETC ....
I can say that Berhinger really did a great job on this console and also really shit on food, once they are thrown from professional .... damage
But this table is very interesting and helps out if you fall on a series reliable.

* Is the rack?
Yes
* How many lanes, bus, auxiliary sends, returns ...)?
32 channels 16bus, 4 auxiliary
* What type of connectors (RCA Jack, XLR ...)?
* An effects section is integrated? ... For digital consoles:

* What is the accuracy of the sample (bits / kHz)?
Good RAS
* Automation is supported?
yes
* What type of sync are supported? ...
ADAT sync or word clock

UTILIZATION

Excellent console in use!

SOUNDS

Sounds great! Maybe not optimal, but some will say though, I love!

OVERALL OPINION

* For how long have you been using it?
I use it regularly now for a little over a year.
* What thing do you like most/least about it?
I love everything about this console and I've never had problems with (though I use it often in difficult conditions (cold, humidity ,...).
* Did you try many other models before getting this one?
Yes, I fiddled a little Yamaha 01V96. And I tried the Tascam DM3200, these two are great too, but I love my ddx so I prefer it in common use in the past two
* What is your opinion about the value for the price?
Excellent!
* Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice? ...
Absolutely!

The ddx digital mixer has all the standard studiotools on board, like channel delay, gate, compressor, effects, and even phase reverse. It's just a complete production package, can't think of something missing. the expansion slots give you the opportunity to hook up adat , tdif en aes-ebu equipment. In the near future , i'm going to install a adat board in the ddx and in my pc, so i can record up to 32 channels digital audio on my computer. Wow, at that price!!

Price paid: 1399 euro

UTILIZATION

Not much has to be said here, very easy! I started without reading the manual. Offcourse, when you're a newbie in studioland, it's neccessary to read the manual. But hey, why should you buy such an advanced device then?

SOUNDS

Well, let's be honest, it's not a yamaha o2r96, but i'm not owning a 1 milion professional studio. For semi professional use, especialy when you won't make any acoustic recordings, it's perfect. I believe the pre amps, can be of better quality.But in my situation, only line gear is connected except for one condensor mic. And even that one sounds great! effects are pretty good, but i wont sell my lexicon! dynamics are a bit lame, better use the inserts to route them to youre analog compressor. But in most circumstances, they are pretty usefull.

OVERALL OPINION

The first range of analog behringer mixers were not that robust. but i have to say, this one is just as robust as e.g. the yamaha o1v, wich i recently laid my hands on for a mixjob. No negative comments here!

i love it!!!! Because of it's price it's a perfect substitute for the more expensive mixers from e.g. yamaha. I own it just for a few days, but this is the best buy i made in years!

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: Unknown (January 1-, 2003)