Behringer X18 X AIR 18-Channel Digital Mixer WiFi

The Behringer X AIR X18 is an 18-channel digital mixer that eliminates the traditional mixing console entirely, placing all control in an iPad or Android tablet app. At its core are 16 fully programmable MIDAS-designed microphone preamps — the same preamp architecture found in far more expensive mixing desks — delivering clean, low-noise gain across all channels. The built-in tri-mode Wi-Fi router lets you connect a tablet directly to the mixer without setting up external networking hardware, making it genuinely ready to mix out of the box in both studio and live settings.

Beyond mixing, the X18 serves as a full 18-input, 18-output USB audio interface, enabling multitrack recording directly into a DAW with all channels captured individually. The Dugan-style auto-mixing feature is a standout for spoken-word applications, automatically managing gain sharing across multiple open microphones so that only active speakers are heard clearly. The compact, rackmountable chassis fits into a standard equipment rack or sits on a tabletop, and its lightweight build makes it practical for mobile production. For project studios, podcasters, houses of worship, and small-to-mid-size live events, the X18 delivers professional-grade capability without the cost or bulk of a traditional mixing console.