Re: Neo friendly mixer?
I've used quite a few of the mixers in the 1402's class, and they are all pretty similar, and the built-in EFX are all pretty horrible. Pick whichever one fits your budget and feature list (personally, I'd prefer one with 3-band EQ, an IEC cable power input, and XLR outputs). The 1402 is a good option, but A+H has a competitor at the same price, and Soundcraft have options above and below that price.
If this is going to get transported and set up by inexperienced operators on a regular basis, user friendly packaging becomes a much more important concern. If budget allows, an install mixer (e.g. the Ashly MX406) in a small rack with a mic drawer and a patch panel can be a nice, if more expensive, option. No faders, though (and the Alesis 12R is junk and is best avoided).
