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Behringer Desks

  • 16-10-2006 11:18PM
    #1
    crosstownk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,863 ✭✭✭✭


    Hey All,

    I use a Behringer 2442 Desk. OK it was cheap. But systematically channel after channel has started to fail - usually with XLR only. Typically it's outside warranty.

    2 things............

    1. Has any one else experienced bad Behringer desks?

    2. Can anyone recommend a good desk for a 5 piece band (rock) with acoustic drums?

    We've a 4k rig so we don't need a powered desk.

    Thanks.
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Comments

  • #2
    Owen
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,678 ✭✭✭✭Owen


    I used to use Behringer stuff. And TBH, I never had any problems. I always thought their rack stuff could be a little easier to program, but hey, them's the breaks. It just sounds like flaky dry joint soldering on the XLR connectors, you'd be suprised what a decent tech could do with it.


  • #3
    frobisher
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,413 ✭✭✭frobisher


    Have you popped it open to have a look? Maybe there is a small simple problem repeating across the tracks like a loose connection or solder. Is it left uncovered in a dusty/smoky place? Dust can be a problem but can sometimes be solved with a blast of compressed air. Although on the other hand, what appears to be the XLR may actually be the gain pot, which is a lot trickier to fix than some dodgy soldering. If you need to replace on a budget you could look at the Mackie's. They come highly recommended by many.


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