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Music Critic review products for professionals and enthusiasts, and are designed to help making a choice easier. The Music Critic reviews can help point you towards models and brands that suit your needs. This product comparison article is just one in a series titled The 7 Best Audio Mixer Options of 2025

Everyone has different preferences and priorities, so to make choosing easier we have attempted to give a frank review of the products. Let's start with the SSL BiG SiX.

Next let's have a look at the Zoom LiveTrak L-12

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Why Someone Should Buy:

Ideal for those needing a versatile mixer with advanced recording capabilities and customizable monitoring options, perfect for live performances and studio work.

Technical Features:

  • Channels: 12 (8 mono, 2 stereo)
  • Inputs: 8 x XLR-1/4" combo, 2 x Hi-Z
  • Outputs: 2 x XLR (master), 2 x 1/4" (monitor)
  • USB Connectivity: 14 x 4
  • Recording: 12-track, 24-bit/96kHz to SD card

Review:

The Zoom LiveTrak L-12 excels in delivering a comprehensive solution for live and studio applications. Its ability to record up to 12 tracks simultaneously and provide customizable mixes makes it a powerful tool for professional and semi-professional use.

Verdict:

For those needing a feature-rich digital mixer with advanced recording and monitoring capabilities, the Zoom LiveTrak L-12 offers exceptional versatility and reliable performance.

This Mixer is Perfect For:

  • Live performance recording
  • Multi-track studio recording

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Buyer's Guide: Choosing the Right Audio Mixer.


HEAD TO HEAD COMPARISON

SSL BiG SiX

Zoom LiveTrak L-12

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Why Someone Should Buy:

Ideal for those needing a versatile mixer with advanced recording capabilities and customizable monitoring options, perfect for live performances and studio work.

Technical Features:

  • Channels: 12 (8 mono, 2 stereo)
  • Inputs: 8 x XLR-1/4" combo, 2 x Hi-Z
  • Outputs: 2 x XLR (master), 2 x 1/4" (monitor)
  • USB Connectivity: 14 x 4
  • Recording: 12-track, 24-bit/96kHz to SD card

Review:

The Zoom LiveTrak L-12 excels in delivering a comprehensive solution for live and studio applications. Its ability to record up to 12 tracks simultaneously and provide customizable mixes makes it a powerful tool for professional and semi-professional use.

Verdict:

For those needing a feature-rich digital mixer with advanced recording and monitoring capabilities, the Zoom LiveTrak L-12 offers exceptional versatility and reliable performance.

This Mixer is Perfect For:

  • Live performance recording
  • Multi-track studio recording

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Buyer's Guide: Choosing the Right Audio Mixer
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