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Darrell McCullough

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A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« on: August 05, 2014, 05:57:02 PM »

Hey folks.. I am not in the pro audio field, but as a working musician, I would like to get some opinions on these two mixers. We are preparing to make the jump to a digital board, and these two (and possibly the PreSonus 16.4.2) are at the top of the list.

Pros/Cons of each? Really need to have at least 16 true mic inputs and at least 3 aux's for monitor sends.

Any info would be greatly appreciated!


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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2014, 06:15:33 PM »

I would add the Behringer x32 Compact to you list in place of the Presonus.
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #2 on: August 05, 2014, 06:18:53 PM »

- QU16 has everything recallable
- Touchmix 16 doesn't do recallable HA
- Studiolive doesn't do recallable faders and HA

Also consider the X32 and Si Expression.
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #3 on: August 05, 2014, 06:54:10 PM »

I would add the Behringer x32 Compact to you list in place of the Presonus.

+1.  I have used both, and I'm growing on the X32 Compact.  Plus you can always add the digital stageboxes to have 32 channels down the road, which is extremely handy.
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2014, 07:28:40 PM »

Before I make any recommendations, what are you trying to do with it?
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #5 on: August 05, 2014, 07:39:54 PM »

Scott, we mix from the stage... usual layout of 3-4 vocals, guitar, bass, anywhere from 3-6 drum mics (depending on venue), and the occasional keys, needing either 4 inputs or 2 stereo channels. 3 monitor mixes (all active boxes, no in ears) minimum, 4 would be great. We don't use that much vocal processing, so just a reverb on the snare is about all we ever use.

As for the Behringer, I've had bad luck with their stuff in the past. Has the quality gone up, or would I be looking at repairs or replacement a couple years down the road?


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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #6 on: August 05, 2014, 07:52:38 PM »

For your application of mixing from stage I'd recommend the StudioLive.  Your actual needs are modest, so no need for a lot of bells and whistles you won't use.  But here are the main points that make it right for you.

1.  Meter bridge feature utilizing the Fat Channel LED's to show you all your channel levels in the mix.  LARGE display easily readable in all conditions.  Absolutely spot-on for self-mixing.

2.  SMAART capability via VSL on a laptop or netbook for ease of EQ'ing your system, dealing with any feedback anomalies and keeping track of your various mixes.

All the candidates are good.  The StudioLive suits you better.
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #7 on: August 05, 2014, 08:39:20 PM »

For your application of mixing from stage I'd recommend the StudioLive.  Your actual needs are modest, so no need for a lot of bells and whistles you won't use.  But here are the main points that make it right for you.

1.  Meter bridge feature utilizing the Fat Channel LED's to show you all your channel levels in the mix.  LARGE display easily readable in all conditions.  Absolutely spot-on for self-mixing.

2.  SMAART capability via VSL on a laptop or netbook for ease of EQ'ing your system, dealing with any feedback anomalies and keeping track of your various mixes.

All the candidates are good.  The StudioLive suits you better.

Bingo!  Some of the other choices offer features you will probably never use and are more complex to set up.  As a musician you need to concentrate on your playing and not be distracted by your equipment.  With the Studiolive all your inputs and outputs are pre-configured.  Some see that as a limitation but for a working musician that wants to concentrate more on playing than trying to be a soundman, it is a blessing. If you don't believe me, check out some of the other forums where you can 
read 500 pages of people trying to figure out how to use their X32!
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #8 on: August 05, 2014, 08:57:22 PM »

FWIW, I use a Qu-16 now for my work and will be picking up a TouchMix 8 for briefcase jobs. 

I'd still want a StudioLive in your situation.
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Re: A&H QU-16 vs QSC TouchMix 16
« Reply #9 on: August 05, 2014, 09:31:24 PM »

Yeah, and I have an Expression III, but for mixing
from stage, and about 90% of my live sound gigs, my Studiolive is still my first choice!
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