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1. Analog Mixing console: This is the most traditional type of mixing console, it utilizes analog audio signals that are mixed together through the use of rotary knobs, faders, and switches. These consoles are known for their warm sound and the ability to have full control over the signal flow.

2. Digital Mixing console: These mixing consoles convert the analog audio signal into a digital signal to be processed by a computer chip. They offer a lot of features such as digital effects, digital storage of equalizer and dynamics settings, and often provide the ability to move channel strips around on the console surface.

3. Software-based Mixing console (Virtual console): These are simply a piece of software that simulates the functionality and appearance of a physical mixing console. They offer many of the features found on digital consoles but with added flexibility and the ability to be used on any device that can run the software. They can also be used