Thanks, As a musician I knew people would appreciate a cut to the chase video showing people how to get a good start on a good sounding PA. I wish I was a better editor. I have so much more to share but it is cumbersome and intricate to explain and demonstrate smoothly without losing your audience 5 minutes in.
I have a 1202 mixer I have only used for home jamming. Now I am using it for our house-band, and this video has been incredibly helpful! Thank you so much!!
I am so happy that this video as helpful to you. Even though it is small, it has many neat a functional features. I hope you enjoy your house band for many years to come.
Andy, I live in Germany (near Frankfurt) and recently purchased a Behringer Q802 USB mixer back in mid March this year, I came across your video on "How to do a setup" and it worked perfectly. I returned the Q802 back to where I purchased it and upgraded to a QX1202 USB (found it to be much more versatile) I received it Wednesday this week and used your video to setup my mike today, it works perfectly. I'm using a BM-800 mic (inexpensive but it has pretty decent sound quality for what I'll use it for). Just want to thank you, your video is simple to understand and to learn from.
I am s happy that the video was useful to you Peter. Thank you for supporting my YT channel. All the best with your audio endeavors and may God bless and keep you and your family safe and healthy.
I’ve been in music for around 25 years and have never messed with a board (I’m a bassist 😆) so this video helped a LOT. Thanks for taking the time to make this!!!
Speaking as an absolute beginner, I found your video very helpful. I found the way you went about connecting things sensible and extremely informative. As Mr. Hollister says, beats the heck outta the instructions. Thanks so much for doing this.
I have watched numerous videos on mixer set up this afternoon and rank yours as the most helpful - easy to understand and you covered buttons no one else did. Thank you SOOO much!
Thanks so much. My intention was to break it down into simple but necessary steps that would give the person the best chance at setting up a good professional sound and then just keep adding channels as they needed in a simple but clear cut way. Thanks for watching. I didn't know there were so many people needing such a basic tutorial so I may try and do more in order to try and help others.
There are thousands of us out there starting a podcast without your musical/audio background so things such as mixers and how to use them are like learning a foreign language to us. We need instruction even more basic like: this is what the plug thingy looks like and here's where you put it (see we don't even know the names of the connectors). Owners Manuals are so thin and unhelpful these days, that if it weren't for such helpful people as yourself, I don't know what we'd do. They tell us what the knob is called, but we just don't know what that means or how /why we are supposed to turn it. Thanks again for your video. I'm now on Day Two of trying to get everything connected, and getting the correct cords and adapters, but at least with your video, I am more confident on how to use it once I finally get it all together. Fingers crossed:)
I have a similar small unit here...you made more sense than the instructions...great layman's explanations get the message across. Beneficial for those who are just starting out. I have a 12 hole Behringer, and a Yamaha 212s. Depends on the occasion and how big, whether I take the Yammy or Behringer. All three are great mixers. As a musician I have been picking the brains of all the soundguys and gals too, to get a reasonably respectable knowledge of sound gear. I found the small mixer in a small restaurant when I was doing solo, great with small 100w. Still had the quality, but lesser volume. If someone asked me 40 years ago I'd be using those things, I'd be saying get me a pilot's licence first...lol. If there's anyone around me who has a better knowledge to set my mixers up, even better if they volunteer their efforts...the winner is me with an even clearer sound...and the patrons win too. Unlike some musicians, I am not afraid to learn more even at the age of 70. If you think you have learnt everything, you haven't learnt as much as you think, and you are probably conceited. And I've met a few of them. Great down to earth vid.
I have been playing in bands for a few decades and I learned the hard way. One thing I did learn is that less is more. I also learned that being loud is not really a good thing. You need to play to within the limits of the PA system. If you push the system, it becomes harsh and distorted and you lose quality audio. Also, putting different instruments into a proper part of the EQ mix and keeping them clean and distinguishable is a great start to any mix. Thank you for your comment. I do appreciate the feedback. I am so glad this video was helpful to you.
@@Tobinindustrial That what a lot of newbies don't understand. The capabilities of their equipment, and whether or not they'll blow their speakers. lol. Nitey nites, it's 0330hrs local here in Adelaide, Sth. Australia. Time to enter the land of nod.
Hello Andy. Thank you for the video. Recently I got such a mixer. After reading the instructions, there were more questions than answers. After your video, I was able to adjust the sound from the microphone to the headphone output, but you have two strips of level meters lit, and I only have one. So you helped me a lot. If they made a video on how to use the dynamic microphone, mixer and HF radio that is on your desk, that would be very cool
How to connect 8 (eight) mic’s to this mixer ? Your explanation is much BETTER than the Behringer video, it seem liked you knew their product better than them .
There are only 4 low impedance plugs on this mixer. the other 8 channels are 4 stereo channels (Left & Right) that can be used as 8 high impedance channels. Technically this is only a 4 channel mixer when it comes to the low impedance jack capabilities so it is odd that it is deemed a 12 channel mixer but they count both low and high impedance channels. I hope this is helpful to you.
Does this mixer have the pre-amp output, my problem is I have 8 mic’s (for a choir) but I have only ONE input on the main mixer of the band. I need something liked “Rockville Line 8” but I like a better quality.
@@DatNguyen-gi8pi The preamp out is the Left and Right (Main out) is a preamp signal out to anything that is plugged into it. If you have one channel to insert the signal in and 8mics then you will need to find an 8 channel (low impedance if necessary) to mix all your mic levels in and then send that mix out to the one channel of the main mixer.
I found the video very helpful....I use for karaoke and I was a little overwhelmed with all the controls updating from a very large and heavy peavy mixer amp. I really just need to add reverb for my singers to make them sound better and couldn't figure it out so thank you for making it easier on me!
At 5:26 : The electrical difference is that XLR cables are BALANCED thus immune to cross-talk and other electrical noise along the run as compared to the UNBALANCED 1/4" cables. For that reason, pros always use BALANCED cables to their desks. In a pro scenario, anyone on stage with an unbalanced cable will need to connect via a DI box.
I have mine fed into my PC's line in, so I use the PC for most of my audio needs since it can record using Audacity. So the cassette, turntable and other devices feed into my Behringer. Very fine mixers, and reasonable in price. I got mine for phantom power for my big mic.
Yeah, these behringers are pretty functional and are of decent quality. I personally like Mackie and I have a 16 channel CFX model for live band applications. It is a great performer but a behringer 16 channel could substitute no problems.
My video was just a demonstration to get folks started in the right direction. The headphone, control room and patching abilities of this mixer is cool. It would take a rather long video to go into detail on this. I am afaid I'd have to do a lot of editing and that is time I don't have right now. Thank you for watching and God bless you.
Bryan, that is great news. That was my intention in the first place, to get somebody to a point where they can use the mixer effectively enough to get a good setup and sound. Thank you for your comment.
Andy - thank you for the video. I am really pretty clueless and am trying to set this up for my daughter who will be singing in a small venue. I don't understand what kind of powered speaker I would need to use. The manual talks about active/passive crossover and I have no idea what that means. What kind of powered speaker would I really need to use assuming I am not using an amp between? What speaker did you use in this video? I am looking for a simple setup for her. Thank you in advance!
Any powered speaker that is designed for Public Address (PA) speaker. Behringer, QSC, Mackie, Yamaha andother audio companies make powered speakers and non powered. Nonpowered speakers just need an external amp to amplify the audi to the speaker. The powered or non powered speaker typically come in and 8, 10, 12, 15 or 18 inch speaker with a tweeter or horn for the highs. There is usually a crossover built into the powered speakers. The speaker I am using is the Yamaha DXR10 powered speaker which has a 10 inch speaker and a horn. I have found Behringer to be the cheapest powered speaker out there currently and is typically of good quality. I hope this is helpful to you
@@Tobinindustrial God bless you too Sir. I Pastor and am using this mixer to do a few worship song each morning for my people during lockdown. Having trouble "grasping" the whole "Compressor" thing. I've rewatched your vid again this morning.... going to try some new things today. Tks
@@billfahrner587 The compressor is not crucial for low volume, light duty, easy listening music. A good overall balance of vocals and instruments is the key to pleasant and happy playing/listening. The compressor evens out the lows and highs of a signal to make the signals even and not spike. This is especially handy when you have an aggressive bass player who may cause "compression" spikes in signal and therefore causing possible distortion and harsh signals that can be offending to the ear. The bass drum can also be harsh and need compression or limiting. A limiter would remove the end attack of a kick drum and tighten up the sound and remove the sometimes audible rumblings and overtones. This mixer does not have that feature though :( Just be knowledgeable that there are many devices out there in the audio chain that can help provide a better musical experience. I wish you all the best with your setup. Please feel free to ask any further questions. Also, thank you for your service to Christ. May God bless you and your flock.
@@Tobinindustrial Hi Sir... if you can't or don't want to answer this, I understand. I really do. No problems. Ok, here goes. I have the XENYK QX1002USB Mixer. I'm using the MXL770X Mic, plugged in to Channel 1 (Phantom Pwr on) I have my Taylor plugged in to Channel 2 (Line In Bal or UnBal) I've followed your instructions, and have the Compressor off. Turned the gains up until the Clip flashed, and then backed off. Have the Unity Slide at 0. EQ is almost at 0. I tried it with effects on and off. I'm still no happy with the mix. Any ideas? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-dJJopPPMuyw.html
@@billfahrner587 Check the end of the line. Your speakers are the last line in the audio and is typically the most important in reproducing quality sound.
Hey Andy, brilliant video and very understandable, helped me a lot as I was looking for a video clear like this for a while. I would also like to know, what mixer you are using
Hi Andy, I iike your explanination your simplified method of explaining the 1202. Question? do I need a power amp to run the mixer? can I plug in two more speakers along with the power amp or is the power amp adequate? I am only using the mixer for personal use in my basement studio. Second do I need the direct imput box to plug in my guitar to the mixer? Thanks for your help
Hello there and thank you for dropping by with a comment. I appreciate your kind words on my video. About your first question, this mixer has a low preamp signal out so it would not have enough power to run a typical stage speaker. A powered mixer would be different as it has some built in power amp(s). Headphone speakers would work well but you will certainly need an amp of some kind to take the 'pre-amp' signal and boost it for your speakers. A typical power amp is usually stereo (Left and Right) so you just need to watch out for how low your amp can go in ohms. I don't want to make things complicated so I will just say that a typical PA speaker is usually 8 ohms and a typical amp can do 8 ohms or less. Two speakers should work fine with one amp hooked up to this mixer. Now, your second question. the simple answer is, YES... You can run your guitar directly into the input of a channel by a tyoical guitar cord. A 'direct input' device typically just splits the signal. one signal for th PA board and off to the amp and speakers. The second signal goes to your personal stage amp or monitor speaker. With a direct Input "DI" you can add more headroom since most 'DI's" have a low impedance which will allow the board to give that channel a bit more headroom. Also, some DI's and Mixers will offer you PHANTOM POWER... that is another good research item for you... This mixer has PHANTOM POWER built in. That wil be for when you get deeper into sound reinforcement techniques. I don't want to complicate things so I will just stop there. Youcan do your own research on the benefits of DI's and other things but just know, if you hav an amp and two speakers, you are well on your way to doing somesound reinforcement work with your PA. Good luck with it and God bless you!
Thanks Andy for the quick reply. I own a Fender MUstang 2 and I figured I would need a speaker or two but I’m not experienced enough to know what to buy. Sound engineering and equipment hook is not my forte.I am a senior and playing for fun at home and I wouldn’t mind trying my hand at some armature recording so I need all the help I can get so I really appreciate you sharing your experience with excellent videos
nice video, I have two questions. 1) Is the output signal of the Main out connector a mic level or line level signal? 2) Is channel 3 and 4 input line level or mic level, can I connect a CD player? I thank you in advance.
Main out is a signal of all mixed audio that is processed through the board. It is a low wattage preamp signal ready to be boosted by a power amp signal. You can connect your CD player whereever you wish, on tany channel with high or low impedance. Just set the preamp siganls appropriately to not overdrive the audio chain. Some instruments or electronics will perform better depending on the the connection like High Imp. Low Imp or RCA inputs. It all depends on what you are using and the general output qualities of the unit. experiment on what sounds best or works best in the audio chain. Usually, if you look at an owner's manual, the companies will recommend how to hook up the unit for use.
Great video I’d like to ask a few simple questions I’m going from the same Behringer desk as you demo here and I’m taking a signal to a powered speaker unit My speaker has dual XLR/1/4 Jack inputs. It also has optional Line input or Mic input So should I use a Jack to Jack lead from my Behringer to my Speaker ? If so should this lead be a Stereo Lead or a Mono Lead ? And finally Should I switch my Powered Speaker input to Line Level or Mic Level? Many Thanks
Yesd, it is fine to use jack to jack. Use a momo lead and jusdt use a second speaker and cord for the other channel. If you asre inputing a mic firect only, use mic setting. anything else should be line input for proper EQ'ing. I hope this is helpful.
Andy, Thanks for your reply. I have the Behringer XENYX 1202FX Mixer. There are no EQ's (hi, low, med) on the stereo bus. I also have a spare Stageworks M246- 6 channel mixer with EQ's on all channels. Is there anyway to hook up both mixers to utilize EQ's on the M246.? I know this is an unusual question. God Bless.
I am sure that any preamp signal can be injected into another preamp input but I really don't see how that would make any discernable difference. My suggestion is that you buy a cheap eq to send the signal of the mixer in and then go out to the powered speaker or amp. I know this would not be channel specific eq adjustment as it will cover the whole mix of your system. If channel eq is what you desire, I'd just upgrade to a mixer that has that ability. They are relatively cheap used and a good price point new as well.
I want to connect a Behringer Sl 75C dynamic mic (XLR) to Behringer Xenyx Q802USB mixer, to use it for podcasting (voice). Which cable END do I need? XLR? TS 1/4? or TRS 1/4? Thanks a lot I got the answer in the min 5:20, XLR is the best choice for for better gain. But will my dynamic mic damage from phantom power? or I should be using it with phantom power 48V off?
Phatom power will not damage any non-phantom powered devices. You can have phantom power turned on and use a mix of high and low impedance equipment. like guitars, basses, high impdance mics, low impedance mics, condensor mics, DI's etc...
@@theAIA yes, just know there is 48 volts there and if something should not be plugged into the mixer, then the device instructions will say so. That being said, I am not aware of any such device.
How would you go about plugging this into a computer for audio on Logic Pro X? I tried sending the control room out with an RCA to USB cable into my Macbook's USB ports, but ot seems to be unaware that I've connected anything and it's not registering as an input source.
I believe that if you are sending to a USb that you wil need a program to use the mixer on. The Mac you have is just not recognizing the unit. In all honesty, I have never used this through a computer. I just use it for gigs and rehearsals.
Hi Andy, excellent video with detailed explanation. Just wanted to know...how can I connect this mixer to my laptop so that I can sing with a backing track on Zoom.
Some laptops can have a specialized audio component that is specifically designed to tap into a mixer via a stereo jack, USB or other port. Most laptops do have the stereo headphone out and that would work. You can also change some of the dynamics of the signal by changing the headphone out to an "audio out" via settings. You simply plug a stereo jack into the headphone jack and have the other end of the cord split into two XLR signals or 1/4 inch jack channels ( Use two balanced and mirrored channels on the board) You may also buy a cord that has a 3.5 stereo jack for the laptop and RCA jacks for the RCA input on the mixer. Just read the user manual on how to set up a signal for the RCA output. The push buttons can be a bit hard to figure out but persistence will pay off. Good luck with your setup.
If I were to run a cable from the F/X SEND JACK on the mixer, to an EXTERNAL F/X PROCESSOR, where do I return a cable from the EXTERNAL F/X PROCESSOR back to on the mixer. I do not see an F/X RETURN on the mixer.
I believe you would need to use a specific cord and use the insert. I have this mixer in storage so I am unable to check but if it has a send FX then there should be a return. If not, look into buying a special cord and research the "INSERT" method to send signals back into the system. I hope that is helpful. I am 100% sure on this so be careful, I cannot be responsible for any damages as a result of this. The user manual is most helpful and I hope you have good luck with it. God bless.
@@Tobinindustrial God bless you too. Me and my band can rehearse way better now we've learned how to set the gain knob. Cheers from São Paulo, my friend.
@@manualofalternativemusic that was the main intent of my video. I am so glad it worked out for you guys. Good luck with the rehearsals and performances
Andy, The effects on my Behringer XENYX 1202FX Mixer suddenly stopped working, the LED is not showing. All other inputs and volume are working except the effects. Is there a simple fix for this? Don't know, I am not a tech guy. Wishing you all the best. Thanks.
If the mixer has not been dropped or mishandled, then it may be just a need to clean the inserts and switches so they make contact. Internally, there may be a wired plugin or a ribbon cable that has worked its way loose. I'd check to ensure all the pots are working and that your PSU is properly plugged into the socket and snug as well. Other than that, it would be difficult to troubleshoot beyond that without taking it apart myself. The effects unit is a seperate component and it may have failed.
Andy, I forgot to mention, in addition to the unlighted LED, I also had a hissing noise when I turn up the volume. Thankfully, I found the solution in another of your videos. The problem was a loose power cord. I simply reinserted (fit snugly) into the mixer and Walla.... everything is now back to normal and working fine. Thanks again for your invaluable contribution. God Bless and happy holidays to you and family. Cheers.
Phantom power, when engaged, is available to all XLR channels. No worries. it should never cause any damage to any channel not needing phantom power and can be used as normal. Any channel needing phantom power (Like using a DI Box) will automatically be able to tap the power. Any other XLR input is safe to use in any user manual configuration. Enjoy your mixer.
Thanks for the video. Can i use this on stage to connect 4 drum mics to and send one output to the PA? Would I use those two 1/4" jacks in the top right of the mixer (that you talked about sending to monitors)? Thanks again.
Hi Andy...great video it helps me a lot. I have a pair speakers active & passive model. I connect to the mixer by rca as the speaker only has that. My question is do I need to modified / add adaptor 1/4 Jack for better sound?
XLR is the best option but 1/4 jack and RCA input is functional. As I mention. injecting your audio intomthose XLR channels opens up much more control of the capabilities of the mixer and all the built in tools. I use RCA to play compressed CD and digital audio. The key in using RCA is to ensure you have high quality audio files so you get highy quality audio. Using a laptop mixer program to play your files is a great help if it has EQ and audio control capabilities.
I'd certainly would at least use two ono channels in an RCA to 1/4 conversion for better control. Use quality cables and adapters and balance the two mono signals equally. You may also use pan to take the left and right RCA signals to Left and Right of each channel. Example: Pan channel one 1/4 inch jack all the way left and channel 2 1/4 inch jack right. Experiment with these parameters and find what best suits your audio tastes. Enjoy.
Great, video. Thank you for taking the time to share - I learnt a lot. One question I have though is I was surprised to see that the level control of the mic is so sensitive. On at 1 and off at 0... might make fine adjustment tricky. Would you run it like that or turn down the gain, main mix, or amp level?
In order for the mixer to operate most efficiently the main mix level needs to be at UNITY. It seems high but typically the channels are sensitive at this level and so the channel volumes sometimes just need to be at 1 or 2 position for proper balance levels. keep in mind that each mic or input device may not be equal so this mixer will give ample headroom for pretty much any instrument or mic. Trust ,me, it is a good thing when you have lots of volume left for headroom. Audio quality suffers when everything has to be up to maximum. Headroom is very important and the system runs smoothly and has lots left for larger venues.
You can only make one effects selection at a time and use it on any or all of the channels. I wish this board could use different effects for different channels.
Thank you Andy. How does one hook up a monitor on this mixer? I have the identical mixer, so this info really helps! Edit: actually, I don't have the same mixer! My Behringer doesn't have monitor outputs....
If you don't have designated monitor out channels then you need to find a preamp signal out and send that to your powered monitors of=r to your amp and then monitors. All mixers should be capable of monitor send.
@@Tobinindustrial Thanks Andy, What I've been doing is plugging in an additional powered speaker into the "out" on one of the main powered speakers. Works okay, but I don't have the flexibility of a true monitor output. All the best to you!
@@MrLuridan What model do you have? I'll have a look at the user manual iof I can find it and maybe recommend a better way. Do you have two or four main out channels?
@@Tobinindustrial Thanks, Andy. I have the Xenyx 1202fx mixer, and I just found this info on the Behringer site: "Plug a powered monitor into the FX output 1/4 port, and turn up the FX knobs in each channel to feed this port. When you plug a cable into the port it disables the built in effects and then you can use it as an AUX send to use with a stage monitor. Each FX knob will act as channel volume into the monitor instead of effects." I've had this mixer for years, and never knew this!! Who knew?! Thank you for your responses, and good luck in all your endeavors! Scott
@@MrLuridan Awesome stuff Sir. It pays to read up on things. I am so happy you got your monitor mixing issues solved. Good luck to you to Sir and God bless you and yours.
Andy... nice work and thank you for this video! Hopefully you will be making more with other mixing boards and more complex setups. That's my issue... I recently purchased a PreSonus StudioLive AR8 USB Mixer and Audio Interface with Effects with the expectation of accomplishing many different setup options. I'm a newbie to mixers, but not to Amps, Guitar Pedals, Mic Vocals, with direct inputs. I still need to purchase some powered speakers, but for now I was hoping to be able to use my existing equipment, Fender Acoustic 30 DSP amp, Fender Champion 30 DSP Amp, GT-10 Guitar pedal, BeatBuddy Drum pedal, and my Sure Beta 58A mic. I think... to accomplish this, I need to get a single or most likely a dual DI box, to be able to use my Amps like speakers, to project the mix? But... this is were it get's more complex and fuzzy for me. I may not be able to use my existing equipment that way now? Anyway... maybe you will consider doing a video with a mixer that shows different ways to connect equipment? Thanks again, and Merry Christmas!
Thanks for the comment. I have a Mackie CFX 16 Mk II pro mixer which I use for live band application. I may do a more elaborate setup of my existing passive and active powered equipment and incorporate my mixer and the road rack of gear such as, 31 band EQ, Crossover, Limiter/gate, powered amps, etc.... I hope to get the time to do that some day.
@@mikodelosreyes9883 Absolutely not. Compression is not used so often on vocals. It is mostly used for Bass and perhaps drums among other instruments. I'd lean more toiwards using reverb or echo on vocals.
You typically use a DI box to effectively split your signal so that one independant signal can go to your personal stage amp and the other can be used for front of house and stage monitor audio mix. The low impedance channels are the best channels to use as they have more headroom and versatility in mixing. My suggestion is to use a DI box if you want to make a vocal mic or instrument with a 1/4 jack or other be stepped up to a low impedance signal that can go into the low impedance channels of your mixer. As I said, these first low impedance channels are the premium channels to use. Other than that, as long as your mics and instruments can be plugged into the low or high impedance channels, you are good to go. You can use the main out Left or right of the mixer as normal. The pan button on center will ensure eiether signal (Left & Right) is getting equal signals. God bless you and all the best with this.
@@Tobinindustrial thank you Andy, and God bless you for helping us technically challenged. I'm getting feed back and a loud ringing noise from my speaker. Any trouble shooting suggests?
@@RestoredSound Make sure your vocal mics are not in front of the speaker especially the tweeter/horn section. You may also be in a smaller room with too much volume on a microphine or instrument. Mics are the common culprit but it can also be cauae by an acoustic guitar with a pickup. You can buy a feedback buster for guitar that goes into the soundhole to decrease feedback. Other instruments may be the cause or some other input. You can turn off all channels and bring each one back on individually to see what may be the troubling mic or instrument. My best guess is the loudness of the mic or settings too high like the highs of the mic. Or the placement of the mic relative to the front of the main speaker.
@@Tobinindustrial great! I will try that. I currently have 1 speaker going into the main out left. I'm buy the exact same speaker to have 2 speakers. Do I plug the second one into main out right? And I have an I Rig pre, so I can take the sound from the board, into the android phone I'm using to record my video. Where should I plug the I Rig pre into my mixer?
@@RestoredSound Yes, you can use the second channel out for the other speaker. As for the I Rig Pre, any preamp signal out should be fine. Make sure it is not post amp from your speaker (powered speaker)There is a monitor send you could use to send a signal into the I Rig Pre. You will have to study the user manual to understand how the bottom right switch works for allowing signals to main and also monitor or studio control signal. read it over a few times and always double check the cable setup to be sure you don't damage any of your equipment.
Enjoyed your video. very helpful. I have the 1002B I didn't know know you could use the right and left channels in the stereo for instruments. Do I need to run the outputs in 2 mono plugs to a single mono plug (Y adapter) before going into the amp so sound of each instrument comes out of all the speakers. I see you are a ham radio operator. Same here. 73, KA0ZLG I'm good QRZed
you cant join 2, [ a pair ] of stereo outs into 1 as you may damage the source output but you can run 1 mono out into 2 [stereo] ins . this is a general rule, though some equipment might have built in electronic protection to avoid such damage
Hi sir.😀 one question. I have two powered speakers and i bought a cord thats 1/4 jack to the speakers and the other ends are rca's. Then i have this little cord that connects them both to one 3.5 jack when i want to play music thru my phone. I was wondering can i just buy a 1/4 jack adapter and then plug it to the left or right main out of the mixer? Kinda long huh. Haha Thanks sir I've been reading thru your comments section and boy you are a big help. Cheers from the Philippines😀subscribed
Yes, you can do that but be careful not to break off your internal jacks as the multiple jacks will be tall and firm and prone to be leaned against or hit and could damage the jacks. It should work fine as long as it is making a "mono" or "stereo" connection. I would just buy a couple of guitar cords or a pair of speaker cords with 1/4 jacks but that is your call. The 1/4 jacks will work just fine. Just be weary that the more connectors you use, the more opportunity you have of having audio signal issues. the lest path to audio signals is the shortest connection and with the least amount of adapters, plugs, etc. I am sure you will enjoy many hours of music with your setup. Thanks for the Sub. I will sub you right back.
@@Tobinindustrial thank you sir for your advice i will avoid too much adapters in my cords haha. I realized i just have to do it other way around cause the speakers have rca outputs and the mixer got quarter jacks so i straight up got it going last night haha thanks a lot and for subscribing. Nextym gonna buy some quality guitar jacks and xlrs 😀
@@danielcruzmusika Just read up on the gear you have to find out what is the premium outputs/inputs to use. The RCA may be just as good as the 1/4 in outputs on the speakers but they may also be filtered and pre-amped differently and that would effect your overall sound control. I am sure your ear will hear the truth. Also, the RCA may have load limits for high wattage or something to that effect. I hope you are enjoying your audio gear.
@@Tobinindustrial thanks andy really.apreciate your advice. Im gonna switch it to quarter jacks or even xlr to quarter jacks for more premium sound in the future. For nw im just gonna stay put so i i'll know tons of difference using my ear once i got those badass cors hahaha thanks good day to you
Hey Andy so I need help as well. I know how to connect a microphone and the mixer to the PA speaker. However I have a guitar that I want to run through a loop pedal. I have the boss rc-30 loop pedal and I would like to know how I connect the loop pedal to the the mixer so from the mixer it can run through the PA speaker. Thank you for this video as well it was very helpful. Hopefully you can answer my question. I cant find anything on how to do this.
Run guitar to a the loop pedal. Pedal out to channel on mixer. If you need to use a stage amp, use DI box first. Guitar into DI and out to stage amp. Low impedance output of DI to low impedance of mixer. Adjust as necessary. This mixer is capable of phantom power as well in case your DI can use it.
Thanks Tony. I do appreciate that very much. I spent many years doing sound reinforcement for my bands and others. Never opened a book or officially studied it in school. I learned as I went and also learned from others.
Great video....well done. Subscribed..... I just bought the BEHRINGER XENYX 1202FX. But I didn't know I might need a DI like you suggested. I will connect my Fender telecaster to a Zoom G1Xon multi-effects processor and then to the mixer. Alternatively will connect the Fender direct to the mixer. SHOULD I USE THE Ultra DI BOX TO run it through the XLR mic input rather than the 1/4" input? Thanks for any help.
YES... XLR are better than 1/4 jacks. Just try it and you'll hear the preamp power difference. The signal will be hotter as well in XLR. It is the best way to hook up any instrument.
Wow! You are so right! Just got the ULTRA-G by Behringer. What a great DI. I run my Fender Tele to a Zoom sound processor then the DI then to the mixer with the XLR. what a difference! I might need to get several DI's since I run also a Boss RC30 and other instruments to the mixer.
Although this would seem to be helpful, just know that every room and every type of speaker has it's own audio dynamic and so there is no absolute setting that is perfect for each PA or room acoustics. Understanding what each control does and how it effects the other controls is key and the rest comes down to listening with a keen ear to the acoustics and sound of the whole room. When the room begins to fill with people, the audio dynamics change again and so there may be a need to tweak the system once the audience is in the room. My personal settings for this demonstration may be totally different with your speakers in the room you have the system setup. Finally, it is the fault of lighting and the camera which makes the video not so clear. the camera is High Definition but I think the lighting is not very helpful in this video. Thanks for watching.
Great video. You mentioned that this mixer does not supply enough wattage to power a passive speaker and therefore you need an amp. My question is whether or not the unit will supply enough power to have a decent signal out of the phones jack into my headphones or will I need to have a heaphone amp? Thanks!
It should have loads of power to use headphones. Yessir! It has a heaphone out jack and if you have the signals set up right, the headphones will work great.
Greetings! Thanks for the video as it was very helpful. One thing I'm still a little confused about is using Passive vs Active PA speakers. I have a Behringer Xenyx QX1002USB. Do I need to have a power amp if I'm going to use Passive Speakers? Thanks.
Yes, you'll need a power amp for a passive speaker as the mixer has a very low watt output. So you send a signal out of the mixer and into a power amp and from the power amp to the "passive" speaker. Good luck with your setup and thank you for your comment.
This was very helpful for a complete beginner to mixers. I am used to simply playing an electric guitar plugged into an amplifier. If I want to optimally send the output from my amplified guitar to the mixer (say, from an Orange Crush dirty channel with significant gain [all on the amplifier]) what is the best way to have that amplified signal sent to a mixer (and then on to a PA or PC) -- a miked-up amp [and hence from the microphone in front of the amplifier itself to the mixer) or a direct out from the amplifier?
Microphone to side of your speaker or use a direct box (DI). Some amps will have a output which can go direct to mixer. That output can be high or low impedance. Low impedance is usually the best way to go with input on a mixer. That is why I use a DI a lot.
Great explanation. I got this mixer (the Q version with the USB) and had a mic with TRS plug that lost all its power when I plugged it through an adaptor in the single mic input (6 mm). I was suspecting that connecting to XLR might improve the situation and have now ordered an adaptor from the TRS to XLR from same makers (Rode). According to your explanation here I'm hoping I did the right thing and by using this adaptor I should get more volume out of this mic. Or should I use that ultra DI? Thank you.
Either device will get your signal suitable for the low impedance channels and that is where you have the most dynamic and eq control. Br careful when using the TRS to XLR transformer as it stands pretty high and a smack or blow or constant tugging could eventually cause damage to the XLR inputs and could desolder pins that are connected inside. I have never seen this happen before to me but it is just something to be aware ofThe long trunk of the TRS to XLR transformer can accidentally give such movements leverage enough to break where it connects. Just be cautious of this issue and you should be fine. I personally like my DI as it is versatile but both would work well I think.
@@Tobinindustrial thank you. I check that DI online... it does not seem to have an input for a TRS? Or maybe the website was missing that info. I'm also confused on how you connect that DI to the Behringer mixer, is there another cable needed?
Hello Simon. Thank you for your comment and question. First, be sure you are comfortable with doing some of these below troubleshoot proceedures. If you are not, ten please take it to somebody who knows what to do like a technician or an electronics person... There are several things that may be causing this "hiss" in the system. First, can you confirm that the hiss is not being generated by the powered speaker? To test this you can plug in an instrument or a mic into the input of the powered speaker and do a sound check. Next, check all your cords to be sure they are working properly and use instrument cords for instruments and P.A. cords for running from the mixer, etc... Make sure the cords are properly shielded as well. Next, you can check the main sliders, volumes, gains, etc to be sure they are not causing a hiss. This may mean cleaning the pots internally with a contact cleaner like Deoxit or Nu-Trol. Any controls or plug ins on the powered speaker could use a cleaning spray as well. Pretty much any contact cleaner will give you good results and help you to troubleshoot this probable issue. Next, clean by spray the places where you are inserting cords. these plug ins can get dirty and there are small switch contacts that sometimes get corroded or dirty. Also, you can check the power supply for any issues. (voltage & amperage) Confirm that the mixer is achieving the proper grounding from the wall. (check power at home plug in for proper voltage... BE CAREFUL!) I would think that it is only a positive and negative wire (DC volts) at the plug in of the mixer so the mixer would not work if the ground there was bad or intermittent at best. Overall, the only other issue that I could think of is that a component has failed in the speaker system or mixer. This can also be a failure from a bad internal plug strip, ribbon cable, etc... Good luck with your troubleshoot. Please feel free to ask any other questions that you may have. God bless you!
@@Tobinindustrial Thank you, some good remedies there, once the lock down is over in Spain I will try to get the spray and do what you say. Thanks again
Hi, I am having the same model of a mixer, pls show/demonstrate, where to connect a main active speaker, and monitor, which switches to operate for both active speakers? means the main active speaker and monitor speaker. I am not able to hear my voice thru the monitor while singing along with the music. why does it happen? please guide me.
It sounds like you need to use the "Effects" button as a monitor volume. The push buttons on the lower right need to be set to monitor. You will also need to power your monitor via an amp or use powered speakers as the signal out of the mixer is only pre-amp signal.
Hello Andy, will you be able to help me please? How do I connect my Chrome Book to this machine? I want to do some backing track singing. I did connect my Chrome Book to the Top Two inlets in the Top RHS, 4 Inlets - TOP ROW. When I connected it to my power amplifier the sound was very muddled. Thank you.
I've never used that application but I am sure you use the USB plug on the front of the mixer to comnnect to any computer. You may need a special cord that runs into your "Chrome Book" with the proper connection for the mixer as well.
You don't need to use the XLR. Yes, the 1/4 inch jack is a usable input for instruments but using XLR gives you the best amount of headroom and control. You won't notice the difference unless you try it. I used 1/4 inch jacks on the input for instruments for years with lots of success but if you want to get the most out of a channel, then the XLR input is premium. the difference is not mind blowing but it is a better way to input such instruments. DI boxes, especially good ones, will make a difference. Professional sound reinforcement techs always want you in a DI so they have more control and premium ability to make the instrument sound the best it can be. Please feel free to use the 1/4 input as you wish and I am sure you will still be a happy musician. the 1/4 inch jacks is a quick and easy way to inject instrument signals into the board. It is very convenient and a patch cable is easy to find as well.
@El Cachafaz All professional venues like to use DI boxes on most instruments. The Arts and Culture centers across Canada typically have DI boxes for everything including microphones. If not for the DI boxes, you'd need to direct feed into the mixer which is sometimes 100 feet or more away. Snakes are also used to patch from the stage to the mixers and the Di splits the signal so that it can be also sent to your stage monitor. It is the most convenient way to do live sound on stage in my opinion> Each DI box is numbered for quick reference as well.
Andy, if you turn on the phantom power on the mixer and it sends to all 4 XLR inputs does it hurt or affect the sound of the dynamic Shure mic you have on channel 1?
The phantom power will not damage anything. It merely provides power to any phantom powered capable device you have plugged into the low impedance jacks. the dynamic mic will work as norma. And, for example , if a condensor mic is in channel 2 it will become phantom powered and work as a condensor mic should. The Dynamic mic will typically pick up vocals anywhere within 6 inches whereas the concdensor shure mic (For example) will likely pick up all input vocals up to about 6 feet depending. That is just a general measurement of distance just to demonstrate how each mic will work in a musical application. I hope that is helpful to you. Phantoim power is a very safe but handy feature so no worries.
Thanks for the informative tutorial, Andy. I have been experimenting with linking the Main out to a Line in on a base amp whilst connecting a condenser mic via XLR in. This results in feedback. I am not using a DI box between the Main out on the Behringer and the Line in to the bass amp. I can hear the mic just fine using headphones connected to the headphone jack/ Any comments?
I think it is possible that the bass amp input may be too sensitive for the signal from the mixer. That setup you speak of is not a common setup as the bass amp should be DI'd into the mixer and then mixer to power amp / speaker or powered speaker. Perhaps, if you are interested in using this setup you could lower the signal into the bass amp and use the amp power to amplify the signal via the main volume. Keep ypur levels lower than normal on the mixer and try not to eq the channels too high as it appears the signal is too hot and may be at a higher than normal signal in certain areas of the eq spectrum. It is not the best setup as your control is somewhat diminished because you need to flatten the signal going into the bass amp. The reverse setup I have mentioned will bring you much more control of headroom and quality of sound . A DI will help balance the audio as well in your current setup.
