Behringer Wing Rack

WING Power, Rack Ready
Rackmount 48 Channel, 28 Bus Full Stereo Digital Mixing Engine within 24-Midas PRO Preamps, 8 Midas PRO Outputs and 10.1" Touch Screen

Experience Audio Freedom
WING is designed to deliver superior sound quality with 40-bit processing for enhanced clarity and dynamic range. The Midas PRO mic preamps and outputs ensure each note is captured with precision, making your mix come alive.

With WING’s Flex-Channels, seamlessly switch between stereo, mono or even M/S across all 48 channels and 28 buses, giving you unlimited creative freedom.

Engineered in Germany by the creators of the X32, WING offers stability, reliability, and easy integration with apps for Mac, PC, Linux, iOS, and Android, making it a versatile tool for all your sound production needs.

FEATURES

• 24 Midas PRO mic preamps and 8 outputs provide industry-reference sound quality

• Continuously adjustable front panel for comfortable mixing experience when mounted in a rack

• 3 AES50 ports for a total of 144 input and output signals on SuperMac CAT5 connections with ultra-low jitter and 6-sample latency

• 10.1 inch main display with multi-touch screen and adjustable swivel

• 8 buttons and 4 encoders for standard mixing or transport functions, or with Custom Controls to make WING RACK your personal console.

• Integrated USB Audio/MIDI Interface for 48 audio channels in and out

• Dual-SD card live recorder/player with up to 64 tracks and markers for identifying song positions

• Internal AoIP-module can upgrade the Ethernet ports with optional 64 channel audio in and out to Audinate Dante and Waves SoundGrid networks

• 16 True-stereo effects processing engines, with 80+ world-class algorithms

• 3 plug-in slots for Gate, Dynamics and EQ included in every channel. All without reducing any additional effect processing headroom

• 4 main, 8 matrix and 16 aux stereo buses, featuring dual inserts, 8-band parametric EQ's, stereo imager and full dynamics processing, all in a single effect chain

• 40 Stereo Input Channels with 5 variable plug-in processing slots each

• 8 Stereo Aux Input Channels with single FX insert slot, expander/limiter and 4-band parametric EQ

• 8 Mute Groups and 8 DCA's for track grouping and consolidation

• 2 Ethernet ports with integrated switch for networked remote control and optional AoIP through Waves SoundGrid and Dante®

• Rear panel expansion slot can host optional 64-channel audio interface and networking expansion cards, e.g. Dante, WSG, MADI…

• StageConnect Host interface for sharing of up to 32 channels in either direction via single XLR connection

• 4 additional phones outputs with hi-performance headphone amplifiers for IEM applications

• 4 channel GPIO for controlling almost anything with WING

• 5-Pin MIDI in and out for control and synchronization with external devices

• DAW Remote Control compatible with Mackie Control Universal (MCU) and presets for Cubase, Ableton Live, Logic X, Nuendo, ProTools, Reaper, Studio One

• Offline editing and remote control via WING-CoPilot, WING-Q and WING-Edit Softwares for Desktop and Mobile

• 19" rack-mountable with 4HU form-factor

Strategically Stereo

• 48 stereo channels with full stereo processing

• 16 busses, 8 matrices and 4 mains, all stereo

• Manage a total of 376 input and 374 output signals

Your Wing Power

• 16 stereo effect engines with 80+ world-class FX

• EQ and Dynamics processing plugins in every channel and bus without using up FX engines

• Midas PRO mic preamps for unprecedented audio transparency

• 40-bit processing for unmatched sound resolution

Live/Studio Mixing on the Fly

• 48-channel USB audio interface

• 64-channel multi-track SD card recording and playback

• DAW control with presets for all major apps via HUI and Mackie Control

Expand Your Wings

• Dante, Waves SoundGrid and other expansion cards and internal AoIP modules are optionally available

• WING Digital I/O includes three AES50 ports for up to 144 input and output signals, AES/EBU in and out as well as 48-channel USB audio/MIDI

• Exclusive StageConnect for up to 32 channels of low-latency audio over a single XLR cable

Let the Setup Work for You

Full Control in Your Studio
WING is designed to handle even the most complex studio recording projects. Mix seamlessly as a standalone console or control your DAW with an expansive bank of faders and buttons.

The Heart of Your Studio
WING's built-in Midas PRO preamps, monitor control features, MIDI I/O and 48-channel USB audio interface makes tracking vocals, recording live instruments or mixing any intricate production a breeze!

Your DAW Presets
WING comes with easy-to-configure presets for these DAWs but works with all software that supports the Mackie MCU and Mackie HUI-Protocol.

• Cubase/Nuendo

• Logic

• Reaper

• Studio One

• ProTools

• Ableton Live

Experience 48 Amazing FlexChannels

Stereo or Mono — You Decide
Set all channel and buses to mono, stereo or even M/S while maintaining the full channel count (FX slots included) at no performance cost at all.

Superior Sound, Seamless Setup
Give musicians an immersive experience of full stereo in-ear monitoring with WING's 28 stereo busses. You can also add stereo insert effects to any channel with just a single click!

Limitless Potential
WING's flexible channel configuration adapts to your needs, offering up to 48 channels in any Mono, Stereo or M/S format.

Take Full Control
WING RACK features a control front panel on a unique swivel, allowing for fully convenient operation. Its dedicated Custom Control section, with 16 customizable layers and 3 pre-configured channel layers, is clearly labeled on a separate LCD. The large touch screen with rotary controls for intuitive parameter adjustments offers the same innovative user interface that the full-size WING console is famous for.

Finally, All the Preamps You Need

24 Midas PRO Preamps On Board
Just like the venerable Midas M and PRO series mixers, WING RACK also comes with 24 Midas PRO preamps, delivering the same sweet sound and huge dynamic range.

All the Digital I/O
It’s tiny but uncompromising. The WING RACK has exactly the same number of digital I/O as the full-size WING: AES50, USB, AoIP, StageConnect—you name it.

Your "Source" of Audio

WING stores the configuration (stereo/mono/mid-sides), gain, phantom power, along with a name, an icon, color and tags directly to every input. This combination is called a Source. You can easily edit Sources using your iPad while making the connections on stage.

Channels are automatically configured from the connected Source information and are ready to go. This enables quick setups and on-the-fly adjustments, prevents errors, and makes it easier than ever to manage WING's 380+ inputs. It’s like having your own custom toolbox, where everything you need is perfectly organized and ready to use.

Insane I/O

Literally Hundreds of Ins and Outs
382 inputs and 368 outputs on WING RACK give you the freedom to adapt to any scenario:

• Switch between artists on the fly

• Manage multiple play out destinations with streaming or video

• Navigate complex live events with distributed or networked I/O

• Use the built-in 64-track recorder for virtual sound checks or live playback

• Connect to the 48-track USB audio interface for perfect integration with your DAW

Analog XLR/TRS Inputs
The same Midas PRO preamps as in the M32 and DL32 series provide great sound with unmatched dynamic range. The XLR/TRS combo connector allows connecting both microphone and line-level cables to the input, often removing the need for DI boxes.

StageConnect - The Future of XLR
Features 32-channel bidirectional audio transmission with sub-millisecond latency over a standard 3-pin XLR DMX cable or XLR microphone cable for short distances. The StageConnect host device provides 18W of power and control for client devices, several of which can be used in a chain.

AES50 SuperMAC
The 3 ports provide a total of 144 input and 144 output streams from external devices like digital stageboxes, personal monitoring systems, supplemental consoles, and more. The point-to-point connections don't require any network configuration, are rock-solid, and perform at exactly 6-sample latency (0.125 milliseconds).

Analog XLR Outputs
The same Midas PRO outputs as the industry-standard Midas M32 and DL32 series.

MIDI
Enhanced automation, control, and synchronization across the console and externally connected devices.

GPIO
Multi-functional and programmable connections for enhanced integration with installed equipment, such as an "on air" lamp in the studio. Programmable GPIO delays additionally allow triggering of sequential events, e.g., automatically powering up amplifier racks after the console is fully booted.

AES/EBU
Stereo in and out digital audio channels at 24-bit/48 kHz.

USB Type A
Record or play up to 4 channels to and from USB drives inserted at the top of the console.

Class-compliant USB Audio/MIDI Interface
Send and receive 48 channels to and from your DAW, and use DAW templates to control your device from WING with MCU support.

Headphone Outputs
2 high-power, low-distortion headphone outputs sharing the Main Out 7/8 signal.

Experience Total Recall
Save and recall precise FX parameters, specific channel settings, console settings, or entire shows. Whether you're working on a complex live performance or a musical theater project, WING offers an extremely comprehensive toolkit for recalling and triggering all elements of your show instantaneously, with the granularity you need.

Enjoy World-Class Effects

WING is equipped with over 80 unique effects and emulations inspired by renowned hardware like the Pultec EQ, SSL Bus Compressor, Gate/Expander, SPL Transient Designer, Neve EQ, Compressor, Gate, Focusrite ISA and D3, DBX160, LA-2A, 1176, Elysia mPressor, and Empirical Labs Distressor*. No external gear is required.

WING boasts double the effect engines and insert points compared to the X32 and utilizes 40-bit internal processing algorithms, providing greater accuracy and an expanded dynamic range.

Configure WING to Suit You

Record Up to 64 Channels
The WING LIVE card comes pre-installed and allows you to record up to 64 channels simultaneously to 2 linked SD cards, or take a pre-recorded session and do a virtual soundcheck in the venue. You can also use one 32-track SD recorder for playback and the second one for recording the performance.

Swap Out External Cards with Ease
You can easily change the WING LIVE card for a WING DANTE card, enabling full 64x64 channel Dante networking connectivity. We are also planning other expansion cards for MADI and Waves Soundgrid, for example.

Plus Another 64x64 Channels via Internal AoIP Modules
The internal AoIP (Audio over IP) modules can fit directly into the mainboard of your WING console and enable the two internal network ports for Ethernet-based audio transmission. Our retailers can also help you upgrade your existing WING or order a new WING console with your preferred card pre-installed. We currently have AoIP-Dante and AoIP-WSG (Waves Soundgrid) modules available.

StageConnect — Connect More with Less
Transfer 32 channels of 44.1kHz/48kHz and 24-bit audio to and from I/O interfaces, hubs, personal monitoring mixers, and more using just one XLR/DMX cable.

Need assistance with calculating cable lengths? Try the StageConnect Configurator app.

Use a standard XLR mic cable for short connection, like connecting your side rack or internal rack connections.

Using a regular 3-pin XLR DMX cable allows for long cable runs of over 30 m (100 feet).

The StageConnect Configurator app helps to calculate channel count, power requirements, and cable lengths for StageConnect setups. Available for Mac, PC and Linux.

SPECIFICATIONS

Input/Output Characteristics
Frequency response @ 48 kHz sample rate, 0 to -1 dB (any gain setting): 10 Hz - 20 kHz
Dynamic range, analog in to analog out (typical), XLR / aux: 111 dB / 108 dB
A/D dynamic range, preamplifier and converter (typical), XLR / aux: 112 dB / 110 dB
D/A dynamic range, converter and output (typical), XLR / aux: 118 dB / 112 dB
Crosstalk rejection @ 1 kHz, adjacent channels: 100 dB
Output level, XLR connectors (nominal / maximum): +4 dBu / +21 dBu
Output impedance, XLR connectors (unbalanced / balanced): 75 Ω / 75 Ω
Input impedance, TRS connectors (unbalanced / balanced): 20 kΩ / 40 kΩ
Non-clip maximum input level, TRS connectors: +16 dBu
Aux output level, TRS (nominal / maximum): +4 dBu / +16 dBu
Aux output impedance, TRS (unbalanced / balanced): 150 Ω / 300 Ω
Phones output impedance / maximum output level: 1W Max @ 30 Ohm
Residual noise level, XLR out 1-16 connectors, unity gain: -97 dBu
Residual noise level, aux and monitor TRS out connectors: -95 dBu

Displays
Main screen: 10.1" TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 px, capacitive touch
Main screen swivel, continuous adjustment: 15°- 60°
4-channel group LCD screen with RGB color strip per channel: 320 x 48 monochrome

Controls
Touch-sensitive rotary controls: 4
Custom controls: 8
Fully assignable rotary controls: 4
Fully assignable backlit buttons: 8 + 8
Variable rotary controls / buttons: 4 / 4

Power
Switch-mode power supply: Auto-ranging 100-240 VAC (50/60 Hz)
Power consumption: 130 W

Physical
Standard operating temperature range: 5°C – 40°C (41°F – 104°F)
Dimensions (HxWxD): 48.6 x 32.6 x 18.3 cm
Weight: 9.44 kg