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<blockquote data-quote="Evan Kirkendall" data-source="post: 58705" data-attributes="member: 5"><p>Re: Console comparison vi1 vs Midas pro2</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I've actually had the Pro 2 out with me all summer, and I love it. This desk is going to take off very soon. Especially for the price and the market it's aimed toward. There is no sound quality difference between any of the Pro series desks(that includes the Pro 1). They all use the exact same preamp stage box, and they are all networkable together. I spent a day with the Midas guys. They did a shootout of the Pro series vs the XL4, and nobody could tell a difference, all the way down the chain. </p><p></p><p>I'm sold on the desks. They sound fantastic, and are a pleasure to mix on. I bounce between an SC48 and Pro 2 daily mixing 2 different bands. I enjoy the workflow of the SC48, but the Pro 2 takes the cake. The surface isn't cluttered, and you can get to anything you need in a matter of a push of a button or tap of a knob. I do not find myself missing the extra bells and whistles of the Pro 6 when working on the Pro 2. And really, the only differences are physical. From a software standpoint, the desks are the exact same. The built in effects sound superb, and they keep adding new toys with each update. The built in comps are great- my personal favorite is the vintage comp. The EQ is super responsive and actually sounds like it looks. I find myself doing weird things on the SC48/d-show to make it sound right- not the case with the Pro series.</p><p></p><p>Also, between the 6 POP groups, and 8 VCA's, you can get to any channel you need very quickly. And, with the color coding system, you really don't have to read anymore. The screen is also VERY visible in daylight, and it looks great! </p><p></p><p>The learning curve is a little different on the Pro series, mainly because there's nothing else like it. They went an entirely different route with their stuff, and I like it, a lot. The patching always seems to confuse people at first, but once you wrap your head around it, you realize just how unlimited your options are with this desk. </p><p></p><p>Oh, and don't forget the networking capabilities! 1 stage box can be used for as many desks as you need. Yeah, you have to do stage box gain sharing, but you can still adjust the digital trim at the desk end as needed. You can patch audio from desk to desk easily. It's really cool! </p><p></p><p>I've mixed on the Soundcraft desks many times, and have always been left cold. The compressors don't do it for me(no adjustable knee), and the effects leave me wanting more. It's not a bad desk by any means, but the Pro 2 just blows it away IMO.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Evan</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Evan Kirkendall, post: 58705, member: 5"] Re: Console comparison vi1 vs Midas pro2 I've actually had the Pro 2 out with me all summer, and I love it. This desk is going to take off very soon. Especially for the price and the market it's aimed toward. There is no sound quality difference between any of the Pro series desks(that includes the Pro 1). They all use the exact same preamp stage box, and they are all networkable together. I spent a day with the Midas guys. They did a shootout of the Pro series vs the XL4, and nobody could tell a difference, all the way down the chain. I'm sold on the desks. They sound fantastic, and are a pleasure to mix on. I bounce between an SC48 and Pro 2 daily mixing 2 different bands. I enjoy the workflow of the SC48, but the Pro 2 takes the cake. The surface isn't cluttered, and you can get to anything you need in a matter of a push of a button or tap of a knob. I do not find myself missing the extra bells and whistles of the Pro 6 when working on the Pro 2. And really, the only differences are physical. From a software standpoint, the desks are the exact same. The built in effects sound superb, and they keep adding new toys with each update. The built in comps are great- my personal favorite is the vintage comp. The EQ is super responsive and actually sounds like it looks. I find myself doing weird things on the SC48/d-show to make it sound right- not the case with the Pro series. Also, between the 6 POP groups, and 8 VCA's, you can get to any channel you need very quickly. And, with the color coding system, you really don't have to read anymore. The screen is also VERY visible in daylight, and it looks great! The learning curve is a little different on the Pro series, mainly because there's nothing else like it. They went an entirely different route with their stuff, and I like it, a lot. The patching always seems to confuse people at first, but once you wrap your head around it, you realize just how unlimited your options are with this desk. Oh, and don't forget the networking capabilities! 1 stage box can be used for as many desks as you need. Yeah, you have to do stage box gain sharing, but you can still adjust the digital trim at the desk end as needed. You can patch audio from desk to desk easily. It's really cool! I've mixed on the Soundcraft desks many times, and have always been left cold. The compressors don't do it for me(no adjustable knee), and the effects leave me wanting more. It's not a bad desk by any means, but the Pro 2 just blows it away IMO. Evan [/QUOTE]
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