Behringer X AIR X18 Product Information
Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
iPad*/Android* tablet controlled
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18-input digital mixer for studio and
live applications
16 award-winning MIDAS-designed,
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fully programmable mic preamps for
audiophile sound quality
Built-In Tri-Mode Wi router for
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direct operation—no need for
external routers
18 x 18 channel, bidirectional
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USB interface for direct recording
on iPad etc.
Revolutionary Dugan*-style
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Auto-Mixing automatically
manages microphone gain sharing
(future rmware)
Award-winning X32 e ects rack
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featuring 4 stereo FX slots including
high-end simulations such as
Lexicon 480L* and PCM70*, EMT250*
and Quantec QRS* etc.
100-band Real Time Analyzer (RTA)
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for all channel and bus EQ’s
ULTRANET connectivity for
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BEHRINGER’s P-16 Personal
Monitoring System*
The BEHRINGER X32 completely
changed the game by rethinking what
is possible from a digital mixer – and
over 100,000 users are enjoying the
results. Now, that same technology
has been incorporated into a small, but
incredibly powerful, rack-mountable
mixer that will forever change both
the way you record – and the way you
play live music.
The revolutionary X18 is a powerhouse 18 input/12 bus digital mixer
that also serves as the launch pad for your favorite computer tablet –
including iPad and Android tablets. It is ideally suited for both live and
studio applications, thanks to its 16 award-winning MIDAS-designed mic
preamps, convenient integrated Wi module for wireless control – and a
lightning-fast, bidirectional USB Audio Interface.
Ultra-wide tray suitable for
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almost all tablets, iPads and
even mini notebooks
6 aux and main LR buses with
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inserts, full dynamics processing
and 6-band parametric or
31-band graphic EQ
6 TRS aux outputs and 2 XLR main
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outputs plus stereo RCA output and
phones connectors
40-Bit oating-point DSP features
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“unlimited” dynamic range
with no internal overload and
near-zero overall latency
The freedom to move around and manipulate all parameters of your mix
with the free iOS, Android and PC apps lets you dial in the perfect sound
from anywhere in the venue – or the tracking room! Advanced engineering
and meticulous design deliver stellar sonic performance at an extremely
a ordable price – changing the game once again.
Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
Free iOS, Android and PC/Mac*/
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Linux* apps available for remote
operation via Ethernet, LAN or WiFi
MIDI In/Out allows controlling
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the mixer via MIDI equipment
(incl. Mackie Control* protocol)
or for use as a USB MIDI interface
Future rmware updates, incl. new
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FX “Plug Ins”, downloadable from
behringer.com free of charge
Internal switch-mode power
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supply for noise-free audio and
low power consumption
3-Year Warranty Program**
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Conceived and designed by
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BEHRINGER Germany
MIDAS – The Legend in
Sound Quality
Ever since its formation in the 1970s, MIDAS
has had a long history of innovation and
leadership in the world of audio mixing
consoles. Employed by the most famous
touring acts and installations worldwide,
legendary MIDAS consoles such as the XL4
and Heritage H3000 quickly became industry
standards.
MIDAS has earned their impeccable reputation
due to their no-compromise approach for
audio and build quality and in particular for
their award-winning Mic Preamps which
are considered by industry experts as the
industry’s best sounding designs. Building on this legacy, the XL8 and PRO Series of Live
Mixing Systems continue this great heritage of award-winning audio quality.
*iPad and Mac a re trademark s of Apple Inc. Andr oid is a trademark o f
Google In c. Linux is the regi stered tradem ark of Linus Torvalds i n the
U.S. and oth er countries. All t hird-part y trademark s are the proper ty
of their resp ective owner s. Their use neit her constitutes a cl aim of the
trademar k nor a liation of the tra demark owners w ith MUSIC Group.
Product n ames are mentione d solely as a refer ence for compatib ility,
e ects and /or components. i Pad and P-16 Monitoring Syste m are
not includ ed.
**Warran ty details can b e found at music-gro up.com.
BEHRINGER is proud to incorporate MIDAS designed mic preamps for the ultimate in high-
quality audio reproduction in both live and studio environments. Find out more about
MIDAS’ amazing legacy by visiting their extensive website.
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Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
Built-In Tri-Mode Wi Router
Designed for the ultimate in mobility, the X18 comes with an integrated Wi module for direct
control of your mixer’s functions – without the need to setup and con gure an external router.
The X18 gives you the freedom to focus on your mix, while allowing you to move about the venue
to experience what every part of the audience is hearing. Plus you can adjust live monitor wedges
from the artist’s perspective – or better yet, let them mix their own IEMs and oor monitors via their
own tablets.
1. Access Point is the easiest way to connect up to 4 clients directly and concurrently
(i.e., iPad, Android smartphone/tablet or laptop). This mode should have your remote
control up and running in less than a minute.
2. Wi Client allows you to add your mixer to the existing wireless network where the
controlling apps and devices are connected.
3. Alternately, wired connections can be made directly to your PC, to a local area network
(LAN), or when connecting to a dedicated Wi router, e.g., for extended range or
5 GHz applications.
Recording Simpli ed
The incredibly fast and comprehensive 18 x 18 channel, bi-directional USB interface makes the X18 an amazingly powerful digital mixing
solution for recording directly to your iPad or PC. Dial in the perfect monitoring mix with e ects and zero-latency, while sending up to
16 microphone signals – and the keyboard player’s MIDI notes to your DAW for recording.
Whether you’re making rock history in the studio, or you want to capture intimate live performances – it’s never been easier to record stunning
tracks with exceptional clarity.
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Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
Revolutionary Auto-Mixing
When your application calls for a multiple-microphone setup, such as an onstage panel discussion,
press conference or courtroom proceeding, etc., it can become a challenge to maintain so many
open mics – and preserve maximum gain and priority for the moderator.
A major rst for compact audio mixers, our revolutionary X AIR Gain Sharing technology can easily
manage fully automated mixes with up to 16 live microphones. Based on the legendary Dan Dugan
automix system, the X18’s gain sharing paradigm automatically controls the levels of all selected
microphones in real time, without any gating artifacts or noise modulation.
This function dramatically reduces the typical feedback, studio noise and comb ltering challenges
that can occur when two, or more mics are in close proximity of each another. X AIR Gain Sharing
technology provides a consistent system gain structure, even when multiple speakers are talking at
the same time.
4 Onboard X32 E ects Engines
Equipped with the very same FX engines as the now legendary X32 Digital Mixing Console, the onboard
virtual FX Rack provides access to four true-stereo (8 mono), multi-e ects processors including delay,
chorus, dynamics – plus the X18 can run production-quality, true-stereo reverbs concurrently with
31-band EQ on the main and aux buses, all without the need for any additional hardware.
You can select any combination of high-end simulations of legendary studio e ects, such as the
Lexicon 480L and PCM70, as well as the EMT250 and Quantec QRS reverbs. Onboard processing
means your computer doesn’t have to do the heavy lifting during a mixing session with DAW plugins
as the X18 has a whole studio of FX under it’s hood.
Custom-designed, and physically modeled after some of the most iconic and sought-after
processors, all e ects run inside the low-latency environment of the X32 mix engine, ensuring
awless performance, exible routing and the end of cable faults forever!
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Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
High-End FX Racks at Your Finger Tips
The immaculate tube signal path in Teletronix’ LA-2A Leveling Ampli er has left its exceptional clarity, its rich and warm compression on
countless albums of the past decades.
The ultra-smooth o ptical attenuator is closely modeled in o ur LA COMPRESSOR. It provides breezy, natural and e ortlessly musical compression.
(Inspired by Teletronix LA-2A*)
When Urei released the 1176LN Limiting Ampli er in the late 60’s, it broke new ground. Field E ect Transistors employed were just invented, and
the 1176 was one of the rst audio processors to bene t from this new technology.
Our digital reincarnation, ULTIMO COMPRESSOR, is based on the early Rev. E model, and authentically captures the smooth character of the
original Class-A output stage and its FET’s legendary fast Attack. (Inspired by Urei 1176LN*)
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Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
The Fairchild 670 tube compressor not only achieves record bids in high-end vintage gear auctions, it also delivers some of the nest colorations
in compressor history. Two small trim VR’s preset the control side chain action, a six-step switch determines the timing, and the two large Input
and Threshold knobs adjust the levels.
Our FAIR COMPRESSOR model is true to the original signal path, and conveniently provides models for dual, stereo-linked or M/S operation.
(Inspired by Fairchild 670*)
The COMBINATOR is an amazing 5-band compressor that emulates famous broadcasting and mastering compressors. A highly complex
processor, the COMBINATOR utilizes automatic parameter control that produces stunning and “inaudible” results. Makeup-gain for each
frequency band will automatically be adjusted by the Spectral Balance Control (SBC) function, to maintain a balanced audio spectrum.
The XTEC EQ1 emulates one of the undisputedly best passive studio equalizers ever manufactured. Virtually indescribable, recording engineers
claim the Pultec EQP-1a to be the “secret sauce” of sound enhancement. We analyzed this classic to the core and created an exact physical model
that reproduces the multi-faceted sound in painstaking detail. Even the transformers and tube output stage have been faithfully modeled!
(Inspired by Pultec EQP-1a*)
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Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
Put simply, Pultec literally wrote the book on passive equalization. By digitally “rebuilding” every aspect of this original classic, we captured the
very essence in our mid-range focused parametric equalizer XTEC EQ5. Our digital re-incarnation authentically emulates the smooth character
of its rather unique components. (Inspired by Pultec MEQ5*)
The new SUB OCTAVER provides two channels of earth-shattering sub-harmonics generation, one or even two octaves below the input signal.
While originally designed for bass players, the e ect can be adjusted for Hi, Mid and Low frequency tracking to apply to a wide range of
applications. This is your secret weapon for beatboxing...
The EDISON EX1 is the reincarnation of one of our own analog classics. This remarkably e ective tool allows manipulation of the stereo eld.
Selectable Mono or Stereo I/O modes allow the processing, or creation, of Mono/Stereo recorded sound sources. (Inspired by BEHRINGER EDISON)
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Product Information Document
Digital Mixers
XAIR
X18
18-Channel, 12-Bus Digital Mixer for
iPad/Android Tablets with 16 Programmable
MIDAS Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and
Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface
The SOUND MAXIMIZER restores natural brilliance and clarity to any audio signal by adjusting the phase and amplitude integrity to reveal more
of the natural texture of the sound, which is often hidden when using some e ects and equalizers. (Inspired by Sonic Maximizer 482i*)
The DIMENSIONAL CHORUS is the perfect emulation of what has been referred to as “the best analog Chorus unit ever created”. Four simple
Mode preset buttons activate amazing e ects, best described as “space” and “dimension”. Absolutely faithful to the original, multiple preset
buttons can be pressed simultaneously. (Inspired by Roland Dimension D Chorus*)
MODULATION DELAY combines three of the most-used time modulation e ects into one easy-to-operate unit. Enjoy true-stereo delay with a
lush and spacious chorus, topped o with your choice of three very unique reverb models, Ambience, Club and Hall.
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