Absolutely. If they fixed the thermal issues and sold a "N11999 Hot MkII" with a massive heat sink and a fan, they would single-handedly end the "loudness war" for the home studio market.
The result?
In audio engineering, a "hot" signal refers to an input that is too loud, causing clipping or distortion.
Before we talk about the temperature, we need context. The N11999 is Behringer’s clone/reimagining of the legendary Siemens/Telefunken V376 broadcast console. In the 1970s and 80s, German broadcasters needed ultra-clean, high-headroom mixers. Those vintage units are now worth thousands and are celebrated for their "discreet op-amp" sound.
The title "Hot" unfortunately became literal in three documented cases on Gearspace (User threads: "N11999 smoking" and "Behringer meltdown").
Heat is only a "problem" if you experience:
Absolutely. If they fixed the thermal issues and sold a "N11999 Hot MkII" with a massive heat sink and a fan, they would single-handedly end the "loudness war" for the home studio market.
The result?
In audio engineering, a "hot" signal refers to an input that is too loud, causing clipping or distortion. behringer n11999 hot
Before we talk about the temperature, we need context. The N11999 is Behringer’s clone/reimagining of the legendary Siemens/Telefunken V376 broadcast console. In the 1970s and 80s, German broadcasters needed ultra-clean, high-headroom mixers. Those vintage units are now worth thousands and are celebrated for their "discreet op-amp" sound. Absolutely
The title "Hot" unfortunately became literal in three documented cases on Gearspace (User threads: "N11999 smoking" and "Behringer meltdown"). In audio engineering, a "hot" signal refers to
Heat is only a "problem" if you experience: