Working with the onboard controls of the X32 Rack is less than fun and not very quick either. If you lose connection, the tablet battery dies, or you forget some portion of the network connections, you are relegated to the tiny onboard controls of the X32 Rack. First, it really does still require you to have a CONSTANT pc, or tablet connection. The X32 Rack has some things with it that make it not very suitable for the average punter. I eventually bought a second one to diversify and expand with. It paid for itself VERY quickly and was the ultimate get in, get out format type rig. I used the X32 Rack for many years as a ' stealth ' system for doing weddings and other events where the client didn't want an FOH position, or the space allocated for one was simply useless. The X/M32 ecosystem is really hard to beat. I have the front panel buttons set for mute groups and of course a master volume that can be used in a pinch. Although they are just for emergencies, they give me some peace of mind. Why I went with X32 Core instead of M32 Core - the Behringer has 'some' front panel controls, and they are configurable. 3 spaces with front panel XLR connections. BUT, I also love the X32 Core with a DL16 or S16. (yes I had a back up router, but needed to pull it out of a briefcase and get it wired up.and until I could do that, I was able to use the front panel to make some necessary tweaks) Thus X32 Rack is my primary gig rig. I've had a router fail in the middle of a set, and front panel controls saved my butt in that instance. I love the fact that the X32 Rack (in a pinch, and I have needed it) can be controlled via front panel controls. All the features in one box, including 16 XLR inputs. The X32 rack is the real winner for me, with or without the DL16. As others have said - The X32 with a DL16, will give you the Midas preamps (which are IMO, a little better, but not dramatically different). I have a X32 Core, 2 X32 Racks, a S16 and a DL16.

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