- Flexible input and output options
- 60mm logarithmic-taper master fader
- 1 post-fader auxiliary send per channel
- 3-band EQ per channel
- 2 Xenyx mic preamps
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 196,729 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Behringer XENYX 802. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Behringer XENYX 802. For example, 90% of 107,084 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Behringer XENYX 802 have given positive feedback.
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Excellent quality for hobbyist
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by CataG on Guitar Center
I've purchased this unit few weeks ago. I've connected this mixer with a RolanPiano 5000s with MT32 sound processor, a pair of Behringer microphones XM8500 and a Casio CTK-593 keyboard, connected the main out to an RA-100 studio amplifier with a pair of Alesis I MKII loudspeakers. The quality of sound processed by this mixer is phenomenal and I was very impressed with its very low-noise ratio. With all potentiometers to maximum there is very little noise comming out from it. Recorded few songs and the quality of the sound is extraordinar. I recommend this to anyone who has a low budget, for the money you get an great mixer. ... More
Great mixer, surprisingly
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Allen on Guitar Center
First off let me start with my credentials. I've been running DJ equipment for large theatre companies and a few bands for 8 or so years now. I've worked with many technicians who date back to even working on Alice Cooper's crew, so I'm not green behind the ears when it comes to sound equipment. I also sing in my own band, and needed a quick fix for a concert we had coming up, and had no budget at the time for a fancy board. So I picked this little guy up. We hooked up my mic, the guitarist and bassist through the board, and plugged into pa speakers, and the results were awesome. Anyone who needs a quick fix or a light portable board, Definitely consider this Behringer board. ... More
Nice inexpensive Mixer
Behringer XENYX 802 8-Channel Compact Audio Mixer
Reviewed by Dragon Lord on B&H Photo Video
I bought this for both live performance (Cuing Round Dance) and recording (of same). So far it appears to be doing the trick nicely. It's small enough to put in my laptop case, and is quiet enough for my uses (certainly much better then the really old, half broken Radio Shack mixer I was using for recording before which introduced a horrible hum into the audio stream). With only 2 mic hookups and 2 (fully controlled) stereo hookups, it isn't that large a board, but it is perfect for my use. For live cuing, this board gives me enough inputs to do a duet with another cuer or have a space open for a caller at a dance, or plug in both wired and radio mics. The only gripe I have relates to the power supply. It's a proprietary plug which means if it ever went out, I would have to buy a replacement from Behringer, it's also a huge power block (although thankfully not a wall-wort) and weighs almost as much as the mixer does. On top of that (as many reviewers have mentioned) there is no power switch, so the only way to turn it off is to unplug it (or cut power). Although the mixer does a good job for my purpose, I can also see that several features are lacking in comparison to my larger (1804FX) mixer that I have in my music room. There is only one FX channel, very few routing options, and I have already run up against the limitations of the board. While recording, I wanted to mix two input channels (one stereo one mic) into the control room / phones, but route the only the mic to the main mix out. I immediately discovered there was simply no way to do this because the routing options are NOT there. The control room is essentially just a slave of the main mix, with it's own fader. The only switching options you have is with the Aux Tape Inputs and when you switch those to the control room, it mutes the main mix on the control room out. That said, the major reason I bought the 802 rather then the 1202 or 1204 boards which are close in price and have more features, is because this is one of the only small boards in the Behringer line that has full 3 band EQ on ALL the inputs, both Mic and Stereo. Most of the larger boards only have it on the Mic Inputs (The next model up to have this is the 1204FX which is significantly larger and more expensive). This is very significant for cuing since it is often necessary to tweek the sound for both the music and the vocals to make sure the dancers can hear the cuer well. Too much base, especially will kill your sound quality and muddy your vocals in large auditoriums like we often dance in. Considering I already have a 1804FX for my more musical mixing needs, and that I was going for portable, I just couldn't justify the extra expense and size for what was supposed to be a cheap go with me mixer for live cuing. Since I've only been using it for a few weeks, I don't have any idea of durability or how much abuse it will take... We will see. I bought the extended warranty just in case (it is getting schlepped from dance to dance after all, and the extended warranty is suppose to cover accidents). Bottom line, for the price, it's a good little board. It does exactly what I need and no more. Just make sure you know it's limitations and that they won't cramp your style. ... More
Can't beat it for the price!
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by JamesPowellofYLTL on Guitar Center
I'll admit I was skeptical about the Behringer Xenyx 802 just because of the price alone. But, once I got it home and hooked it up I was definitely glad I bought it. For home recording it's a great piece of equipment for way less money than most of its competitors. It's easy to use and can be set up a few different ways depending on how you want the sound to run into your recording system. It works well as a pre-amp by itself or going through FX and Amps. The only thing lacking is the instruction manual. If you don't know how a mixer is supposed to work don?t rely on the included manual to teach you. But there are plenty of online resources that can get you started. ... More
Decent unit but has proprietary power adapter
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by GeeksWhoDrink on Guitar Center
We own 14 of these units which are used once weekly for about 2 hours at a time. The initial pricing is decent and the units have been performing well overall. On two of the units, we have experienced power adapter failures. In one case, the adapter stopped working for reasons unknown, and in the other, the pins on the proprietary DIN connector sheared off. On the remainder of the units, we have problems with the power adapter pins bending if we're not careful inserting them. The unit has serviced us well, though if we could find another brand at this price point that used a cylindrical AC adapter connector (like the kind you see on most consumer electronics) we would buy it in a heartbeat. ... More
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Awesome Unit
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Chowquoe on Guitar Center
I was wondering how this inexpensive unit would perform; I got it home and first plugged it into my Klipsch desktop speakers and notice an immediate difference in the sound quality (did not expect it to get that much better). I then set up for a Halloween party that I had the pleasure of providing sound for; during the sound checks it made a great sounding combination of speakers sound even better. The EQ controls allowed for the minor tweaking that other mixers in the same price range did not offer. I would recommend this mixer to anyone that asks. The right price, the right sound, how could you possibly go wrong. ... More
Great mixer, Great price!
Behringer XENYX 802 8-Channel Compact Audio Mixer
Reviewed by Duncan on B&H Photo Video
I have had the XENYX 802 8-Channel Compact Audio Mixer by Behringer for a couple of weeks. I researched it extensively before I pulled the trigger and bought it. My use will be for podcasting. I like the two mic inputs for me and a guest and also the fx feature which will allow me to achieve mix minus for phone call interviews. I have a Pyle PDMIC58 and have tested the unbalanced XLR to 1/4 mono connector that came with the mic and when plugged into the line in inputs, there is a lot of noise but the signal level is loud enough to be used if the noise were not present. I plan to test it with an XLR to balanced 1/4 input in the future to see if this will give me more mic input options. I bought a balanced XLR to XLR cable and plugged it into the Xenyx pre-amps. This is the recommended mic input and has good audio with very little if any noise! I have to turn the gain almost all the way up to hear any noise and even then I'm not so sure it wasn't ambient sound in the non studio environment that I'm set up in. I have read a lot of reviews where people complain about the main mix level meter not being detailed enough. My thoughts are that anything that I output the mix into will have its own level meter (Zoom H-1 Recorder for example) so it's not an issue. Once I get everything set up like I want it, I plan to make a video review of this product and my ideas on using it for podcasting. About B&H, I have been doing business with this company for over 15 years. They are the standard as far as purchasing a/v equipment online. Their service and PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE are second to none! I'll try to make a video review on YouTube soon. Look up duncanlindseymedia on YouTube to check it out. ... More
Handy dandy little mixer. Great bang for your buck.
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Joshua McKown on Guitar Center
I'm an audio production student with a gaming hobby. I got my Behringer xenyx 802 to solve the problem of listening to music while gaming without having to Alt+Tab between windows. The 802 is certainly overkill for that problem, but the way I see it, it was a legitimate excuse for buying a decent piece of gear. Because the 802 has two stereo channels, I only need two channel strips for general listening, which leaves channels 1 and 2 open for whatever I want. Personally, I think there's something much nicer about adjusting your listening volume with a physical knob rather than using the mouse. The major bonus is the XLR inputs and mic preamps. Now I have a viable mic interface for recording straight to my pc, rather than only having USB mics as an option. It also might come in handy for submixing in a small studio, or in a live environment with a smaller console. Things to note/nitpicks - FX send is mono, even on the stereo channels, since the FX bus is mono. Not a big deal, but bear it in mind. AUX return is stereo. On a mixer with 4 channel strips, there's not much reason for mute/solo buttons, but I would still like to have them. Power On led is VERY bright blue. Looks cool, but you'll be looking for a strip of masking tape to cover that thing with five minutes into using the 802. Look and feel - The 802 is quite rugged. Does not feel cheap by any means. If you were thinking of using this thing to submix keyboards at your next gig, or take it on the road, you won't have to worry about it falling apart on you. Overall, I would certainly recommend the 802 for small-scale mixing applications. For the price it is a very handy tool to have around. ... More
incredible value and very quiet: does the job
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Dave Ziffer on Guitar Center
I have a solo act where I play three guitars using a loop station, often switching guitars in mid-song, so I use my Xenyx 802 as an instrument mixer on the floor along with the rest of my effects gear. Two of my guitars have high-impedance instrument-level outputs that cannot properly interface directly to a mixer, so I use a Horizon Stereoline STL-1 dual direct-box to precondition their outputs. The two direct-box outputs go into the two mixer mic inputs. All three guitars have radically different equalization requirements, so the mixer�ۡ���s equalizers and the direct box together allow me to fully balance all of my guitars�ۡ��� different characteristics, producing one fully conditioned output signal that I then feed into either my amp or my effects chain. The Xenyx 802 works beautifully. It is astoundingly quiet. I don�ۡ���t know what �ۡ��̏British�ۡ�ݕ�_ EQ is, but the tone controls work fine. Mostly I just need something that mixes, equalizes, and is otherwise acoustically invisible. The 802 does this job perfectly with no hum, buzz, or any other sort of noise. Considering the price, it is a simply amazing value. ... More
Not bad, not bad at all
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by apolon on Guitar Center
I bought this thing a month ago and i'm pleased with it. I'm using it as a headphone amplifier, and it's doing its job great!! Overall quality isn't the best, but it's good enough for home. I recommend it to everyone that is not an audiophile =)
A fine Addition
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by SCOTT HANFT on Guitar Center
This was added to the (2) Behringer 1002B mixers I use to mix them down before going into a 15 band stereo EQ, and then to a Tascam DP-008 recorder. It is rigged out on my drum set in my home recording studio. Clean, high quality, with a lot of gain if needed. I only wish the blue power on light wasn't so bright, I put a piece of masking tape over it to dim it down. It's blinding in studio lighting. The other oddity, there isn't a power on/off button, plug and unplug to turn it on and off. I actually have mine plugged into a power strip that has an on/off button. Behringer tech support is easily available for questions, with a US based office in the state of Washington. I had called them prior to the purchase of the 1002B mixers. I was able to mix 11 drum mics thru these 3 boards without having to buy a huge board to accomodate 11 XLR mic preamps. This way was much cheaper than doing it on one board, and has the same result. I would, from now on, only purchase Behringer mixers, truely a great product. ... More
Good value for the money, but don't leave it plugged in
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by JohnInSF on Guitar Center
I originally got this 8-10 years ago for its 48v phantom power so I could use a condenser mic with my accoustic amp (also a Beringer). It did its job there just fine, letting me amplify my violin. Recently, I hooked it up to allow use of an xlr connnector mic (Shure SM58) into my computer. Unfortunately, after a few weeks (yes, weeks), the preamps both started generating a buzzing in their signals. I no longer use the condenser mic, so I'll not be getting a replacement mixer, but rather a USB connected audio interface for the mic-to-computer connection and will be careful about turning it off when not in use. Overall, I was happy with the 802, but felt compelled to post this warning, especially since it doesn't have a power on/off switch. ... More
Great Value
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Joe-Bob Smackdoodl on Guitar Center
I needed a headphone mixer for our rehearsal space so I picked this little unit up on the cheaps. I've been really impressed with the power of this thing and the great variety of possible configurations. Paired with my simple four channel midi-interface, the configurations are practically limitless. Mostly I use the control side for monitor mixes and the main to sub-mix our electronincs en route to the PA. I haven't begun to use it as a recording interface, so I haven't had much use for the mic pre-amps yet, But I look forward to the flexibility this unit will offer when recording time comes. Oh, and in our shared studio space you know this thing gets kicked around and dropped and stepped on. It seems totally indestructable. All around a great value and it's so tiny and light weight you can take it anywhere. ... More
Perfect
Behringer XENYX 802 8-Channel Compact Audio Mixer
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
I am a professional video and audio producer (mostly commercials) and I bought this little board because I have limited space in my edit suite. It is perfect. The noise level is low, the sound is flat and the ease of use is tremendous. I replaced my 12-track board with this little hummer and it is working well.
excellent, flexible
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Robin on Guitar Center
I bought this mixer to replace a Realistic (Radio Shack) 4-pot mixer for my home recording set-up. The Realistic was quite noisy, especially if it had been on for more than an hour or so. The Behringer is easy to set up, is quiet, and consistent (no suddenly sensitive spots in the level pots). I run a variety of mics through it to my computer for recording projects for my students, original songs, backup tracks, etc. I've also used it as a headphone amp. This mixer has great features and build quality at this price point. I don't know about the reliability of the power supply connection, but I aniticipate no problems as I'm not traveling with it. ... More
Great, Stand-Alone Preamp for Recording or Playback
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by David Brown on Guitar Center
WOW! My brother-in-law uses one of the Xenyx models for singing "karaoke" and recording all of it; the results can be stunningly rich. Although I also dabble in some recording, my purpose in buying the Xenyx 802 has been entirely different. Needing a fair- to good-sounding, semi-portable system for my backyard, I hooked up TWO pairs of entry-level Bose "Companion" Series powered speakers. This idea worked rather well overall, but the bass was uncontrollably loud. The automatic volume limiter on the speakers seemed to be working overtime, and slight distortion of deep bass notes still occurred. Well, along came the Xenyx 802 with its bass, midrange, and treble equalization, plus outstanding connectivity for a mixer of such as a small size and price. Many thanks for a great product! ... More
Great mixer!
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by sharkstudioaudio on Guitar Center
This mixer may look small and cheap, but has amazing sound quality. It is a good mixer for anyone who is starting a garage band or recording a podcast. Just watch out for the power adapter. The end that plugs into the mixer has tiny prongs that can be bent very easily. Over all this is a very good mixer for a very good price!
So so
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by apolon on Guitar Center
I bought this thing 6 months ago and am using it for mixing 2 signals (from computer and cd players), adding effects to my mix (through fx send/return) and as a headphone amplifier. It works with no problem, but the main mix level regulator makes some sound when moved, i'll need to replace the potentiomether soon. But overall, i like it!
Just What I Needed!
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by Lee on Guitar Center
I was looking for a mixer with at least a couple of XLR inputs for my small home studio and/or band rehearsals and gave this mixer a shot, and i'm very happy with it so far! There is almost NO noise/hiss on the mics (unless you turn the volume all the way up on that channel), and it gives a nice boost to my bass (as opposed to running it through my stereo like I had been doing, which made my bass sound flat and lifeless) For now I'll mostly be using it for recording onto my computer (or my old 4 track machine) If you need a good mixer on a budget I'd reccommend it! ... More
Works great for my needs.
Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Reviewed by JOSEPH on Guitar Center
I'm using this mixer as a stereo to mono summing box. I'm summing a stereo signal to an Avatone powered mono speaker. I tried a Y able and it sounded awful. After some research i found that the Y cable was not recommended. I could find no box either passive or active to just do stereo to mono summing. I also read that an active circuit would sound better than a passive. I looked into building a box on my own and I found that just buying a punch to mount an XLR connector would be the same price as this box. For my summing purpose this box is working perfectly. I can also use it for multiple other purposes such as rerouting signals in live performances to expand monitor needs. ... More
