An uncluttered layout and concise function line mixer, very easy and quick to use.Especially in live situations.The convenience of having a mic input is a boon.For small productions it might be enough alone.It will add 8 stereo channels/returns/aux inputs to a larger console,at larger productions.Two matrix-like stereo outputs available for all channels is useful;ie for sending two inter-dependent or independent mixes;changed with AUX/ST switches on case bottom.eg one to stage monitoring and one to the house system.I used the buss in/out for inserting an EQ thru one stereo output;leaving the other one un-affected.Very handy.Also keeps both sends directly from the mixer, not thru the EQs output.Very clear and unaltered audio quality, large headroom throughout the signal path,allows me to easily create a good mix without needing to compensate for mixer deficiencies.The one small niggle is the rack depth this unit needs.Make sure the dimensions suit your rack(s).Case is built like a tank and high quality connectors throughout.If you didn't deduce; I really like this mixer.