[DaveySimps]

Eboy, we are in agreement about the mics. That is why I mentioned that caveat in my previous post. I can think of many reasons to prefer a board over a computer solution. However, the SFX software (not sure about the Q Lab) has an active matrix built in that is much more flexible than that of the Yamaha O1V96. Again, speaking in just terms of SFX cue playback.

Another great thing about a computer solution is that the fade times, looping of cues and other items are adjustable on the fly in the software, where as on a traditional playback device, the sound designer would have to go back and edit the cue / source material. Also, the detail of information stored in the software cues is much more specific than that stored in the board cues of the aforementioned digital mixer. The SFX system is all one Go button, where as the board you have to recall the stored scene (or adjust levels / routing manually) and then push play on the playback device; more opportunity for operator error / inconsistency. Certainly there are many pros and cons for either system. I am just trying to give additional info for the Op, not start a debate.

~Dave