The mixing console expert
Find the mixing console made for you
In-depth tests, comparisons and buyer guides — from home studio to pro stage. Every console assessed with our Le Fader method.
Our essential guides
By use case and budget — find the console that fits your project.
The complete guide
Criteria, budget and how to choose the right console, step by step.
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High-end studio
The best consoles for professional recording studios.
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Mastering studio
The consoles that deliver the precision mastering demands.
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Broadcast TV/radio
Reliability and routing built for on-air work.
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Arena tours
The digital flagships built for the biggest stages.
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Analog under $30k
The best value high-end analog desks.
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Le Fader — consoles under the microscope
Our independent rating method, console by console.
“The right console is the one that disappears behind your music.”
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All our expertise, sorted by topic.
Not sure which to choose?
Start with our complete guide: it points you to the right console in 5 minutes, by use case and budget.