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Description

The Midas Venice F-16 R is a compact yet powerful mixer, perfect for both live performances and studio recordings. Designed with the needs of professional musicians and audio engineers in mind, this mixer combines analog warmth with digital precision. The firewire interface allows seamless integration with your digital audio workstation, making it easy to record and manipulate sound at the highest quality.

With 16 channels, the Venice F-16 R offers extensive connectivity options, including mic inputs, line inputs, and inserts for each channel, providing versatility and flexibility for diverse audio setups. Each channel features high-quality preamps, ensuring pristine audio clarity, while the EQ section allows for precise tonal shaping. The mixer’s robust construction and intuitive layout make it a reliable choice for touring musicians and studio engineers alike.

The Venice F-16 R is equipped with a comprehensive control surface that includes smooth faders, responsive knobs, and clear LED indicators, which make it easy to monitor and adjust your mix in real-time. Whether you’re crafting a new track in the studio or mixing a live concert, this mixer provides the tools you need to achieve professional results.

Key Features:

  • 16 input channels with mic/line inputs
  • Integrated firewire interface for seamless DAW integration
  • High-quality preamps for clear, dynamic sound
  • Comprehensive EQ section for tonal control
  • Robust build with intuitive controls and LED indicators
  • Ideal for both live and studio applications

Product specs

Brand Midas
Model Venice F16R 16-Channel Rackmount Mixing Console / FireWire Interface
Finish Blue
Year 2012 - 2016
Made In China
Categories Audio Interfaces, Audio Mixers, Consoles and Summing Boxes

FAQs

What connectivity options does the Midas Venice F-16 R offer?

The Midas Venice F-16 R features a FireWire interface for direct multitrack recording and playback, along with analog inputs and outputs for versatile connectivity in studio and live environments.

Is the Midas Venice F-16 R suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Midas Venice F-16 R is designed for both studio and live settings, offering robust build quality and reliable performance with its 16 channels and high-quality preamps.

Does the Midas Venice F-16 R support DAW integration?

The Midas Venice F-16 R supports DAW integration via its FireWire interface, allowing you to record and playback multitrack audio directly to and from your digital audio workstation.

What is the build quality of the Midas Venice F-16 R like?

The Midas Venice F-16 R is known for its rugged construction and reliable components, making it a durable choice for both professional studio and live applications.

Can the Midas Venice F-16 R be rack-mounted?

Yes, the Midas Venice F-16 R is designed to be rack-mounted, making it convenient for use in both fixed installations and mobile setups.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Midas Venice F-16 R.

Comparisons

  • The Midas Venice F-16's 8 preamps paired with SSL's 4 preamps offer a unique blend of analog flavors when combined, enhancing sonic diversity.

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Use cases and applications

  • Owners find value in using the Midas direct outs into SSL's balanced ins, creating more tonal variation without redundancy.

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  • The Venice F-16's preamps are praised for their pleasing distortion when pushed, making them ideal for synths and bass guitar.

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Features and functionality

  • The Midas Venice F-16 is noted for maintaining a vintage analog sound, which users fear might be lost with digital alternatives.

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  • The console's parametric EQ is considered exceptional and rare for a mixer of its size, offering surgical control over frequencies.

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User experience

  • An owner who kept the Midas alongside the SSL Big 6 expressed satisfaction, highlighting the benefit of having diverse sound options.

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  • Owners find the fan noise noticeable in small spaces, but often become accustomed to it over time.

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  • Owners trying to use the F-16 with High Sierra report mixed results, indicating a potential workaround but no guaranteed solution.

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Software and compatibility

  • Firewire compatibility is limited to older OS versions, with successful use reported on MacOS Catalina and Intel Macs.

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  • The F-16 is considered a legacy product with no official support for Mac OS High Sierra and newer versions, per Music Group.

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  • Some users have found success using the Midas Venice F-16 with High Sierra by disabling System Integrity Protection and reinstalling drivers.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Some owners replaced the firewire board and soldered new faders, reporting improved performance and reliability.

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Value and pricing

  • Second-hand prices for the Venice F-16 are described as "stupid cheap," suggesting high value for the quality of sound and functionality provided.

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In a Tresor Studio Session video published by Tresor Berlin on YouTube, Kerrie has a Midas Venice F-16 R mixer on the desk to her side, partially visible at the edge of the shot.

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