Behringer just announced two new products that don't fit neatly into any single category - and that's exactly what makes them interesting.
The Flow 4V ($279) and Flow 4VIO ($199) are field recorders, USB audio interfaces, and StageConnect I/O boxes all in one. Depending on how you connect them, they can do completely different jobs.
But here's what caught my attention: the Flow 4VIO can turn into a complete tracks playback and recording rig for your Behringer WING - for $199.
A StageConnect Tracks Rig for WING
Connect the Flow 4VIO to your WING's StageConnect port, then connect your tracks computer to the 4VIO's USB-C port. Here's what you get:
Going to WING over StageConnect:
Channels 1-4: The 4VIO's XLR mic inputs
Channels 5-8: USB audio from your computer (backing tracks, click, cues)
Coming from WING:
StageConnect Channels 1-4 route to the 4VIO's two headphone outputs (artist monitoring, IEMs)
StageConnect Channels 1-8 available at USB for multitrack recording into your DAW
Flow 4VIO connected to WING via StageConnect - one cable for audio, one for USB
So with one Flow 4VIO, one StageConnect cable, and one USB cable, you can send stereo backing tracks and stereo click/cues to WING, send 4 Channels of XLR to the WING (with switchable +48V), feed two headphone mixes for artist monitoring, and record 8 channels of multitrack audio into your DAW. That's a lot of capability for $199.
What About the Flow 4V?
The Flow 4V is the bigger sibling - a 10-track field recorder with a touchscreen, transport controls, and SD card recording. It has 4 XLR/TRS inputs with dual-stage preamps and 32-bit float recording. Both the 4V and the 4VIO XLR inputs have a switchable +48V Phantom power, so you can connect condenser microphones.
The dual-stage preamps are worth understanding. Instead of a single gain stage you have to set perfectly, these preamps use two stages optimized for different signal levels - giving you 142 dB of dynamic range. Combined with 32-bit float recording, even if a signal looks clipped on the meter, the file contains all the detail you need to pull it back down in your DAW. No more ruined takes from unexpected loud moments.
The Flow 4V also does HDMI-CEC camera sync (auto start/stop recording when your camera does), timecode support, and automatic USB backup to a flash drive.
Using Them Together
Connect the Flow 4V and Flow 4VIO via StageConnect and you get an 8-input recording system. Only one unit needs external power - the other receives power through the StageConnect cable. Stack them together, or put the 4VIO on a mic stand closer to your sound source and run a single StageConnect cable back to the 4V.
Who Are These For?
WING users: The Flow 4VIO is an incredibly cost-effective way to add tracks playback, recording, and artist monitoring to your setup.
Video producers and content creators: The Flow 4V's 32-bit float recording and HDMI camera sync make it a solid field recorder option.
Podcasters and streamers: Either unit works as a USB audio interface - the 4VIO gives you 4 inputs with two quality headphone outputs for host and guest.
The pricing is listed at $279 for the Flow 4V and $199 for the Flow 4VIO. A combined system with 8 inputs and 3 headphone outputs runs $478.
I go deeper on all the specs, routing options, and daisy-chaining configurations in the full blog post.
Speaking of new gear - I'll be at NAMM this week meeting up with some of my favorite manufacturers to check out their latest stuff. Keep an eye on my YouTube channel for shorts from the show floor.
Until next time,
Drew
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