@chenty84 soo the mic goes into the input of the compresoor VIA xlr and then from the same channel you use an xlr that goes from the output of the compressor to the input of my sound card correct?
@chenty84 so mic goes into input of compressor via xlr cable and from the same channel of the compressor the output goes into the input of my sound card also via xlr correct?
@chenty84 That may only work for dynamic mics if your compressor doesn't have Phantom Power. To directly connect - say - a condenser mic, it would be necessary to get an external phantom power source; you MAY be able to run phantom power from an interface THROUGH a compressor/channel strip, but it would be safer if the mic was powered prior to connection when using a channel strip or compressor.
@chenty84 You could use an insert chain too, depends what DAW you're using? can plug it into an output from your interface, back into an input, and then use an I/O insert (for DAWs like Logic), that way you don't have to get it spot on during the recording process. Easier for mixing.
@sdophs Just a suggestion... I run my mic into a tube preamp that has a compressor/limiter in it, then route that into my mixer channel, then out of there to this exact compressor with light compression but use it more for the noise gate feature before going into my DAW. Now, instead of running my mixers main out to my compressor, I actually run an aux send from the channel to the the compressor, so when I talk back to the vocalist thru the system, that audio will never get recorded.
@sdophs If you have a mixer, and you have your headphone out going to a multi-headphone amp, so you and your vocalist can listen at the same time while tracking, and you have a talk-back mic, then you can communicate thru the headphones and mics, but because your talk-back mic channel's aux send is at 0, it won't route into your DAW input. I've been doing this for a while and it beats yelling at the vocal booth down the hallway.. I put it at the end to gate everything before the DAW...
How do you do to go up to 0db when talking normally ? Because me even with the db-output pot set on max and the rear button set on -11db it's still not enough to have enough volume to go up to 0db. Is it needed to use a preamp between the mic and this compressor ? Or does it need a mic that gives more signal ? I tried with a realistic 600Ohms dynamic microphone and it don't give enough volume. Isn't it good ? Thanks for help.
Amazing tutorial.... This explains everything very clearly. I personally can't live without using my compressors and I'm glad to see the proper learning resources available for those that find this subject confusing
Great tutorial, but how did you connect it to your mixer/ computer? I am a beginner and Im wondering which areas you should plug the chords in because it does not react in my recordings
@sublimerulz1 I don't know if you ever got any kind of answer... If you have a mixer, it is best to put the mic into the mixer (or pre-amp then mixer), then Aux send out your Mic channel to your compressor, then from your compressor to your computer. I use this comp, and I use 1/4" out of my mixer, into my MDX, then out of my comp to my DAW. I hope that helps a little...
Thanks for making this video. The comment about utilizing the compressor sparingly was very helpful. I had considered purchasing one for my home recording studio, but now I'm realizing that I probably don't need one at this time. Instead, I can utilize the noise removal feature of my recording software during post-production.
@JONATHANWAZOO its for automaticly adjusting the volume on a mix, so like if theres peaks, like if a person screams in the mic, a compressor will compress that sound, and vis versa, if the person wispers a compressor will raise the levels, it basicly does wat you would do on a mixing board but automaticly so you can just chill in a live or studio senario. pretty simple
@JONATHANWAZOO I used to not use a compressor when I record, but now I love it. I usually use it as a limiter and gate while I record so I don't over drive my signal and I can eliminate noise, and then I apply a compressor effect on my tracks after I record them. A compressor helps to maintain a more constant volume of your tracks. If you record vocals, and there is a lot of dynamics, you want to get that under control so you can set your track volume, and it be constant.
Very good demonstration of the Behringer audio compressor/limiter.
I own an older version of this product, the Autocom MDX1400 and have never really been able to set this up properly for light compression. Thanks for the tips!
how do you hook up show with videos pls
OFCFaithtower4 1 week ago
Don't do any compression when tracking.But if i would I like the la2a 1176 or dbx 160 on vocals..Good video going to check this compressor out..
mixinginthebox 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@mixinginthebox just little bit.. :)
punc888 3 weeks ago
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can u tell me why studios use hardward compressors, when they do the final mix with compressor plugins
thatniggbeme7 1 month ago
how do you connect up a compressor rack to your home studio?
sdophs 2 months ago
@sdophs Mic to compressor, compressor to interface with XLR cables and adapters if requiered by your interface.
chenty84 2 months ago
@chenty84 soo the mic goes into the input of the compresoor VIA xlr and then from the same channel you use an xlr that goes from the output of the compressor to the input of my sound card correct?
sdophs 2 months ago
@chenty84 so mic goes into input of compressor via xlr cable and from the same channel of the compressor the output goes into the input of my sound card also via xlr correct?
sdophs 2 months ago
@chenty84 i tried that but its not working?
sdophs 2 months ago
@sdophs Mic to compressor, compressor to interface with XLR cables and adapters if requiered by your interface.
chenty84 2 months ago
@chenty84 That may only work for dynamic mics if your compressor doesn't have Phantom Power. To directly connect - say - a condenser mic, it would be necessary to get an external phantom power source; you MAY be able to run phantom power from an interface THROUGH a compressor/channel strip, but it would be safer if the mic was powered prior to connection when using a channel strip or compressor.
davidcrandallmusic 1 month ago
@chenty84 You could use an insert chain too, depends what DAW you're using? can plug it into an output from your interface, back into an input, and then use an I/O insert (for DAWs like Logic), that way you don't have to get it spot on during the recording process. Easier for mixing.
benjaminjamessmith1 2 weeks ago
@sdophs Just a suggestion... I run my mic into a tube preamp that has a compressor/limiter in it, then route that into my mixer channel, then out of there to this exact compressor with light compression but use it more for the noise gate feature before going into my DAW. Now, instead of running my mixers main out to my compressor, I actually run an aux send from the channel to the the compressor, so when I talk back to the vocalist thru the system, that audio will never get recorded.
CAlanRobinson 1 month ago
@sdophs If you have a mixer, and you have your headphone out going to a multi-headphone amp, so you and your vocalist can listen at the same time while tracking, and you have a talk-back mic, then you can communicate thru the headphones and mics, but because your talk-back mic channel's aux send is at 0, it won't route into your DAW input. I've been doing this for a while and it beats yelling at the vocal booth down the hallway.. I put it at the end to gate everything before the DAW...
CAlanRobinson 1 month ago
Really Good Vid,
THANKS BRO!!!
elpilito1990 2 months ago
Hi and Thanks for this video !
How do you do to go up to 0db when talking normally ? Because me even with the db-output pot set on max and the rear button set on -11db it's still not enough to have enough volume to go up to 0db. Is it needed to use a preamp between the mic and this compressor ? Or does it need a mic that gives more signal ? I tried with a realistic 600Ohms dynamic microphone and it don't give enough volume. Isn't it good ? Thanks for help.
o0JohnnyReb0o 2 months ago
Amazing tutorial.... This explains everything very clearly. I personally can't live without using my compressors and I'm glad to see the proper learning resources available for those that find this subject confusing
KaslarProductions 2 months ago
Great tutorial, but how did you connect it to your mixer/ computer? I am a beginner and Im wondering which areas you should plug the chords in because it does not react in my recordings
sublimerulz1 3 months ago
@sublimerulz1 I don't know if you ever got any kind of answer... If you have a mixer, it is best to put the mic into the mixer (or pre-amp then mixer), then Aux send out your Mic channel to your compressor, then from your compressor to your computer. I use this comp, and I use 1/4" out of my mixer, into my MDX, then out of my comp to my DAW. I hope that helps a little...
CAlanRobinson 1 month ago
good job buddy
36tenaz 4 months ago
Thanks for making this video. The comment about utilizing the compressor sparingly was very helpful. I had considered purchasing one for my home recording studio, but now I'm realizing that I probably don't need one at this time. Instead, I can utilize the noise removal feature of my recording software during post-production.
argospilotsigyn 4 months ago
Great Vid man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you know a friend gave me a compressor like the one on your video but i dont really know what it is for
so can you please tell me whats a compressor for???
i'd really apreciate it man!!!!!!! Thanks!!!
JONATHANWAZOO 5 months ago
@JONATHANWAZOO its for automaticly adjusting the volume on a mix, so like if theres peaks, like if a person screams in the mic, a compressor will compress that sound, and vis versa, if the person wispers a compressor will raise the levels, it basicly does wat you would do on a mixing board but automaticly so you can just chill in a live or studio senario. pretty simple
Mattguitarman1234 4 months ago
@JONATHANWAZOO I used to not use a compressor when I record, but now I love it. I usually use it as a limiter and gate while I record so I don't over drive my signal and I can eliminate noise, and then I apply a compressor effect on my tracks after I record them. A compressor helps to maintain a more constant volume of your tracks. If you record vocals, and there is a lot of dynamics, you want to get that under control so you can set your track volume, and it be constant.
CAlanRobinson 1 month ago
Thanks alot man!
bein84 5 months ago
Excellent quick tutorial.
Txepsiyu 5 months ago
Good video!
amelori 5 months ago
Good job . good demostration
BustosAbraham 8 months ago
Very good demonstration of the Behringer audio compressor/limiter.
I own an older version of this product, the Autocom MDX1400 and have never really been able to set this up properly for light compression. Thanks for the tips!
robinjuste76 10 months ago