@@johnfraboni Thx for the kind words. Glad is was helpful. Unfortunately the qu16 doesn’t have physical jacks to route send and return externally. Closest you could get would be use a mix layer to send out and then return into channel inputs.

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thanks Rob! I'll try that!

Alrighty Rob, I got an outboard send return working by sending a signal out through mix 5-6 and the return through the stereo line-in 1. Works just fine, and allows for parallel processing. Not sure if A&H intended these channels to be used to route instrument signal in this regard, but so far, sok.

@@tsamanapeacebulelani3713 thx for the comments. Glad you found it helpful

Thx for the question. Using the FXReturn, the FX is simply part of the output where you have added that FX. When you assign an output to a matrix the FX will be part of the output signal. (I have other videos on using FX send and return). On the question of giving each player a copy of the master, unfortunately the QU series does not provide the option to route an output into another output. There's no direct way to send the LR back into a monitor mix output. I suppose you might do it with an external splitter and bring the LR back into a channel that can be used in a mix, but I'd be cautious of creating a feedback loop.

@@TheCyberdork Are you asking about the bass guitar? or possibly a separate signal to be sent to subs?

I want to send a separate signal to the subs so I can control them individually so when turning up the main L/R it doesn’t effect them I can control them on a separate fader of possible

@@TheCyberdork Typically you could use an aux/mix to send directly to the subs. This option does allow you to send specific channels only to the subs such as kick, bass guitar etc. A better option would be using an external processor like a Drive Rack to process the full LR output into subs etc.

@@djbassick Thx for comment. Let me clarify. My statement about "Gain" is actually true, but as well your statement about "Gain Staging" is also quite correct. While unity does indeed apply to fader level, it also holds true for the gain adjustment. There is actually a "zero" or unity position on the gain dial, however I should have been more clear that the "zero" position of the dial does not correlate with the zero position in the input meters. Most input signals must be adjusted up or down from the gain knob zero position in order for the signal to register correctly on the input meters. Hope that helps

Typically subgroups are used for summing channels and aux groups are used for monitor/headphone mixes and FX sends

@@essenceoftheanimal All channel have the option of getting signal from 3 "sources". Local is the physical XLR on the back of the board. Dsnake is an expansion box like an AR2412 etc. Finally USB is just as it sounds - input comes from the USB port. After recording, you need to change all channel input sources to USB in order to playback from Logic over USB. Shortcut - I create a scene with all channel inputs set to Local, then create another scene with all inputs as USB. This allows me to quickly and easily change all channels.

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thank you so much rob! cheers!

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 oh, but when i want to overdub or play over or along with the previously recorded tracks how will that work?

@@essenceoftheanimal USB won’t provide record and playback on the same channel so you simply need to use another channel for dubs other than the channel wised for playback

The Qu-PAc is based on the same engine as the qu32 and does actually include 2 stereo Matrix out. It is a limitation of the hardware footprint that does not include actual matrix jacks on the unit. These are only available by adding an AR168 or AR2412 expansion unit and routing the matrix to any of the output jacks on those units

@@Elior1030 Volume fader position is based on how you as the engineer choose to “mix” the overall sound. Once gain is correctly set the volume fader is moved up when an instrument needs to be “brought to the foreground “ for a solo etc then moved back to its position in the mix when the solo is done and the player moves back into the ensemble. Just one example

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 I see, Thank you for helping.

@@VoxLesPaul LOL

@@ronaldhaduca5714 Agreed. Anymore I typically only use this process for wedge monitors

@@juanchis.investigadorsonoro Glad to hear it. You could route channels that are not assigned to LR to a destination that allows you to select PFL. This is how you will send to headphones. On a QU24 I would suggest converting a group into a mix and send your channels to that mix. Then PFL that mix to send it to headphones

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 that also works, I also want to try the Additive PAFL. :)

@@juanchis.investigadorsonoro It can be confusing at first. The FXSend in the upper layer is simply a duplicate copy of the FXSend master fader. Its the same as all of the Mix masters on the upper layer. They are all just duplicate copies of the master fader from each layer. The upper layer control does not "send again". All of those upper layer controls are there just as a convenience to have all access to all masters in one place

@@juanchis.investigadorsonoro Just to confirm my point here's a test you can try.... select any Mix, then change to the upper layer. When you move the master fader for the mix, you should see the fader for that Mix Master on the upper layer also move... they are tied together. Also move the Mix Master fader on that upper layer and you will see the actual master fader (far right) also move. Hope this helps

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 I'll test that using the iPad app so I can see the layer moving. Thx!

@@juanchis.investigadorsonoro Tou can certainly use the app, but you can also see the faders move directly using the desk

@@philippemartignier9858 Thx for the feedback and a great question. Your choice for "sending" to the external Lexicon will depend on what signal you want to send. Since you can only route an output to matrix, it would only make sense to use a matrix output if the signal you want to send is first assigned to an output and that output is assigned to a matrix. Probably and extra and unnecessary step. You could use a mix or a group but again the specific plan on what you want to send would help make that choice. Q2: For studio monitors I would recommend using the ALT outputs. You can easily assign many different existing outputs to the ALT so could even "monitor" different sources simply by changing the assignment to the ALT. The other benefit is that ALT has a dedicated physical volume level control.

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thanks a lot for your answer. So for Q1, the idea is to use my PCM80 as an effect on some tracks coming from instruments plugged in the aux in or from channels coming from the mac via USB, so maybe better to use a mix output indeed. For Q2 yes I understood the concept but I have 3 sets of studio monitors, so should I plug something like the big knob from Mackie in the alt out and plug my studio monitors or can I use my main studio monitors in the ALT and then use a mix output for the other 2 sets of studio monitors? and Q3 : did you have a look at the Midas 32 Live? (no touch screen, no jack input, but more digital options and better layout). Thanks again

@@mauricelechenault3814 The QU system creates a separate signal for the FX so you need to record the FXReturn channel

@@jaydaves6835 FXsends are just for … FX. They send a signal into one of the FX engines so these won’t be what you use for what you need. The easiest is to use a Mix Send for your band monitors and a second Mix for your Live stream

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Can I then control the sound on those two Mix Sends independently from the LR?

@@jaydaves6835 Yes absolutely

@@jaredrush6750 Sorry no, not on the QU series. Mix1 to 4 are only mono... there is no link function

@@trademarkdjentertainment8135 The GEQ only affects the output as a single signal (eg LR if that’s what’s selected). Individual input channels are only affected the PEQ as each channel is selected

Great questions. 1) That is correct. Assigning the channels for USB is a single interface that applies to both USB ports (rear port for a computer and the front port for q-drive) 2) Yes you can choose. Open the USB dialog screen where all 18 channels are listed. Tap any channel to highlight, then use the dial knob to choose the channel to be recorded in that spot. You can also dial it all the way around to "X" to essentially turn out off. NOTE however: the q-drive software will "record" all 18 channels regardless of the source you choose. Some of the resulting WAV files will simply be blank...but you will always got 18 of them

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Thanks for the quick response. I have limited access to the venue's QU and don't have a lot of experimental time with it. I'll route mix 5/6 to 17/18, do the multi-track record, and check the recording after the show. (The goal is mix 5/6 attempts to capture the band's performance mix, whereas Main outs 17/18 are the house reinforcement mix - they'll be quite different ;^). Thanks again. Vids are super helpful.

LR Mains are always postfader. That can’t be changed

Connecting stereo is quite easy but depends on your wiring. If you have 2 separate cables (either 1/4 or XLR) you simply connect each to adjacent channels. eg 1&2. Then use the PAN control to move one channel to Left and the other to Right. Finally for convenience you can link the two channels so they are controlled as one. if you are using a single stereo jack, the QU series mixers have 3 jacks just for for that stereo connection (ST1 ST2 and ST3)

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Thank you very much. This was very important for me and your excellent explanation made it very easy

Great question. First thing is to realize that there no mic or magic setting that will turn a shy quiet voice into a great singing voice. it is what it is. You might consider a condenser mic that can be a bit more sensitive to get more gain but that may not be an option. You can only go with best effort. Set the gain as needed but always avoid the possibility of feedback. I will always prioritize “no-feedback” over volume any day.

Great question. Haven’t done that one myself and my qu is in the trailer this week however I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. As long as you can set the phone to get its audio from USB then give it a shot and let us know

That’s an SKB R100

Position of the faders for gain staging is actually irrelevant. I only only chose a level that allowed me to hear a minimum signal on my monitors while filming the video. I set the gain so that the signal bounces "around" 0db on PFL meters

Yes you should be able to simply dial up Mtx1&2 instead of Mix9&10

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thanks, I want to use it to send to obs and zoom

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 ok this might be a stupid question but by default as you stated in the usb I/O audio patch goes to channel 1 of the usb stereo input of the recorder. So when sending a signal to either OBS or Zoom when I select QU / Stereo out it receives whatever is on channel 1 and 2 So I have configured matrix 1&2 to receive L&R to send to other outputs. If I dial the usb I/O patch to channel 1 to matrix L and channel 2 to matrix R I should be able to control the level going to either OBS or Zoom as long as I have QU Stereo out selected as my audio input.

That's awesome...great idea

if you’re referring to the main LR fader it’s personal preference. for me I start at -5 and then i know i have that last bit of push up to 0 when i need it. Up to you

@soundadvicewithrob3083 what would start the gain for the mic an the fader the same as the main

I have another video about mixing for a band which covers the process of gain staging. I can't (and shoudn't) give a "start position" for gain because the proper process is to adjust the gain until the input level is around 0db. This means the actual gain control will be completely diff for every input channel.

Since the introduction of digital mixers with built-in FX engines, manufacturers have eliminated the "insert" jack that used to be available on every input channel. Using an external FX can be done but will need to eat up extra inputs and outputs to accomplish it. First assign the channel(s) to a mix output - you will need to dedicate that mix output for the external FX until. Patch the Mix out jacks into the external unit. Patch the external unit output(s) back into unused input channels.

This video addresses sending signal OUT thru USB. since you’re talking about ch17&18 which are the default designation for L&R i’ll assume you’re trying get USB signal back INTO the qu desk. In that case you need to choose output channels on your software

@@soundadvicewithrob3083 USB is exactly where I’m sending the signal to. All I’m saying is, I only pickup sound when MIX9&10 is routed to 17&18; routing to channel 1&2 I get no sound ; it’s just silent and I can’t figure out why.