Phonic Helix Board 18 Universal - 18-Ch Mixer w/ USB 2.0 & FireWire Interface
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The Helix Board 18 Universal from Phonic is an 18 channel hybrid analog mixer and dual-protocol USB 2.0 and FireWire computer audio interface. In addition to operating as an 18 input analog mixer with 3 aux sends and 3-band EQs with a swept mid, it also connects to your computer through FireWire 400 or USB. You can stream 16 audio tracks into your computer, and return 2 tracks for monitoring.
There are individual pre/post switches on every channel that gives you the option of sending each low-cut filter and EQ section to the computer or not. All 8 XLR inputs feature low-noise microphone preamps, and the ability to input line-level signals. A powerful digital multi-effects processor is built into the Helix Board 18 Universal with 40-bit digital signal processing and the ability to control the effects with foot switches.
Cubase LE 4 digital audio workstation software is included (Mac and Windows compatible). The Helix Board 18 Universal can process audio at 96 kHz with extremely low latency. A S/PDIF output is provided for connecting to your digital equipment. Every microphone input can supply condenser mics with +48V of phantom power. The Helix Board 18 Universal is a powerful mixer/computer audio interface for a variety of recording, live sound, and multi-media production purposes.
- 96 kHz FireWire interface for streaming 16 independent channels of audio to computer with zero latency
- Pre/post setting for swapping USB 2.0/FireWire input channels sent to computer from pre-low cut, EQ to post-EQ, post-fader
- Over 100 high-definition digital multi-effects
- S/PDIF digital audio output
- 8 extremely low-noise mic preamps
- Steinberg Cubase LE 4 digital audio workstation software included (Mac & Windows compatible)
- 18-input small-format analog mixer with extremely low noise circuitry
- 2 channels of monitoring from computer via USB 2.0 / FireWire interface can be assigned to control room monitors, Main mix, and AUX 1
- Channel 15/16 routed to computer can be selected from main mix, group 1/2 and AUX 2/3
- Foot switch jacks and volume controls for digital multi-effect processor
- Six mic/line channels with inserts
- Four stereo line channels
- 3-band EQ with swept mid-range
- 75 Hz low-cut filter on mono channels
- Three AUX sends, one with pre/post switch
- Two stereo AUX returns, one with effect to monitor level control
- +48V phantom power on mic channels
- Solo feature on each input and output
- Two true subgroups with main left and right routing switches
- Built-in switching power supply with universal connector, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
- Rack-mounting kit included
- S/PDIF digital audio output
- Compatible with Mac OSX and Windows XP & Vista
| Inputs |
Total Channels: 10 Balanced Mono Mic / Line channels: 6 Balanced Mic / Stereo Line channels: 2 Balanced Stereo Line Channels: 2 2 Track Input: Stereo RCA |
| Outputs |
Main L/R Stereo: 2 x 1/4" TRS & 2 XLR Balanced Outputs Record Out with Trim Control: Stereo RCA Control Room: 2 x 1/4" TS Phones: 1 1/4" Headphone Jack |
| AUX Sends | 3 |
| AUX Returns | 2 |
| Volume Control | 60mm faders |
| Pan | Pan/Balance Control: Yes |
| Connectivity | Firewire / USB Interface: 16 inputs & 2 outputs, 24-bit / 96 kHz |
| Effects |
108 Built-In Digital Multi-Effects (40-bit DSP) Foot switch control (effect on/off, tap tempo) |
| Metering | 2 12-Segment LED Meters |
| Phantom Power | Yes, +48V DC |
| Frequency Response |
20 Hz - 60 kHz (+0/-1 dB) 20 Hz - 100 kHz (+0/-3 dB) |
| Crosstalk | Channel fader down, other channels at unity: < -90 dB |
| Noise |
20 Hz - 20 kHz; measured at main output, Channels 1-4 unit gain; EQ flat; all channels on main mix; channels
1/3 as far left as possible, channels 2/4 as far right as possible. Reference = +6 dBu
Master at unity, channel fader down: -86.5 dBu |
| Power |
Built-in switching power supply 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 16 x 3.5 x 14" (407 x 89 x 357mm) |
| Weight | 11.2 lbs (5.1 kg) |
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Breaks Easily
- Poor Quality Sound
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Phonic Helix Board 18 Universal - 18-Ch Mixer w/ USB 2.0 & FireWire Interface:
18 Ch mixer, with 18 separate recording tracks available in both USB and Firewire... For [$]!Sounds like heaven!Well, yeah, it's pretty cheap for what you'll get, but still, if you're looking for great quality products, you may want to review your choice.When I bought my first one in 2009, it was defective... Changed it and enjoyed the new one a few weeks later.About live sound ( mixer ):The preamps are horrible... Noise when you amplify them, it peaks a lot faster than good quality ones.The DSPs are ok, not worth lexicon or Yamaha, but still useful for voicesThe general layout is intuitive and well engineered. A lot of i/o channels, efx send/rtn..., 2 Aux channels. Great value for the price.About the firewire interface:Works randomly... Sometime it will be perfect, sometime you will get cracks and noise in your recordings, random disconnections... The drivers are not very stable, far from RME and Motu.The cheap preamps still sound cheap in the recordings.Pros: You can still record 14 different channels in the same time, for [$], it's awesome!I used it for drums studio recording, as well as small live performances. I enjoyed it for a few months, then it broke down, and I bought a real audio interface (Motu 24 i/o), which changed my life.To summ up, I would say it's a good choice, but don't expect too much on the quality. It's worth the price.
Pros
- Accurate Controls
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
- Crackling Effects
- Quiet USB Firewire output
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Phonic Helix Board 18 Universal - 18-Ch Mixer w/ USB 2.0 & FireWire Interface:
I use this product for personal band recording through the USB and soon to be Firewire. It has many features and great sound! I get some noise when I turn up the gain on the mic preamp, but thats mainly because I have a cheap mic. The only problems I have are crackling on the chorus, flanger, and phaser effects, and the USB output is kind of quiet.
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What's in the Box
- Rack Mounting Kit
- FireWire Cable
- USB Cable
- Power Cord
- Steinberg Cubase LE 4 (Mac & Windows)
- Driver DVD
- 1 Year Warranty
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