one question....can i connect my computer directly to the mixer and use the computer like a effect rack?...so the signal enter in the mixer first and the in the computer aplying efects and the back in the mixer and out thru the speakers...if is posible, how can i do that?
Yes you could do that but you will need an audio interface which supports "near zero latency" so it will all work in real time. See my video called "Multitrack Recording - Set up Mixer and Interface to Computer".
With mine set up this way, I can play my guitar thru the mixer, into the computer to use FX (like guitar rig) then back to the mixer. - great fun :)
I a Pevey Pv 14 Mixer Two Keyboards one in channel 5 and the second in channel 6 and in channel 7 a Harmony M voice tone.
The interface is a Midi Fast Track Pro that is hooked to my computer vie USB cable.
I Can get Music out of my Computer, but i cannot get music from my Key boards into the computer. what do I need to do to get the music in to the computer?
I'f you have it hooked up like this video, then you would simply turn up the "MON" send on the strip you want to record. You will need a cord going from your "MON SEND" of the mixer to an input on the fastrack, just as I describe in this video.
I hav the interface plugged into the pc,2 rcas out of the interface into the mixer,1 rca out of the fx sends into the interface and my headphones plugged in. I have selected the interface in my program. When recording it is still re-recording the backing track and my vocals together. Is there a way that I can still have my vocals and backing track come through my headphones but have only the vocals recorded? I am using a Xenyx 802 mixer and audacity? Any help would be much appreciated THANKS!
You have 2 rca's coming from the interface to one of the stereo strips on the mixer? Be sure you have the FX send turned down all the way on that strip, so it will not get recorded.
Only turn up the FX send on the strip you want to record.
You selected the interface in Audacity. You should specifically select Left, Right or Stereo input from your interface. (I usually use left)
@dustypuppy Yeah I have the 2 rcas out of the interface into one of my stereo line ins. On my mixer i only have an aux returns with stereo inputs and fx sends with only one imput. And I have a knob for aux returns which can be turned up or down but no knob for fx sends so there is no way for me to control that as far as I know. Does this mean Im going to have to back to having only the backing track in my headphones and none of the vocals im actually recording? Thanks for responding so quickly!
Hi - I just looked at a good picture of your board and now I understand.
The one mono line goes from the "FX Send" of the Xenyx 802 and into your interface for recording.
Each strip on your Xenyx 802 has its own FX knob. Turn those all down all the way and turn up only the one you want to record - set it so you have a good level.
This will work fine for you - you will hear everything but you'll only be recording the strip which has FX turned up.
Hi - I just looked at a good picture of your board and now I understand.
The one mono line goes from the "FX Send" of the Xenyx 802 and into your interface for recording.
Each strip on your Xenyx 802 has its own FX knob. Turn those all down all the way and turn up only the one you want to record - set it so you have a good level.
This will work fine for you - you will hear everything but you'll only be recording the strip which has FX turned up.
My mixer is an Allen and Heath ZED14 which has USB connection for recording. I also have an M-Audio Fast Track Pro interface. The mixer has a headphone level control, but I want to reduce latency by running the interface through the interface. Do I still need to do what you did to get the lower latency or can I leave it?? Please Reply
@dustypuppy Ok thanks, one last thing, on the back of my Fast track Pro are both outputs and trs outputs, which one should i plug the 1/4 cables into??
please reply, and thanks a lot for your help and for making a great video!
@dustypuppy what cable do you use to connect these two things to the stereo strip, is it just two 1/4 inch cables or an rca???PLEASE REPLY I AM STUCK WITH MY MIXER!!!
@ dustypuppy with the USB M Audio Delta your using .isnt that pretty much the same as going straight from the board Main L R outs to the pc line input on a pc sound card?? Was curious as to seeing whats the diffrence is .Thanks
Its almost the same but you'll get better sound quality with a professional audio interface rather than using your PCs sound card.
By hooking things up as I describe here, you can select which strips will be recorded. If you're using the MAIN OUTS, then you'll be recording everything going through the mixer.
@dustypuppy So if i purchased a Behringer U-CONTROL UCA202 or a M Audio fast track USB Audio interface this would better ? Would i still be going Main L R outs of my board to the input on the M audio fast track if i was to buy one ??
Could you recommend some as im on a budget too please .
@ dustypuppy I did have a Behringer X1222 USB Mixer board which was just as good without the need of the audio USB interface as the behringer had it all built in,but it died within 2 weeks of owning the damm thing so i got a refund .
As I say in this video, I don't like to use the main outs from the board for recording since you cannot separate the strips. Its better to take a line from the mixers "send" as described here, then you will have control.
Hey, thanks for the vid. I have a question. I have a behringer mx 2004a mixer I am using with a lexicon lambda sound card, and truth b2030a studio monitors. for some reason when i go to record the beat gets recorded instead of my vocals. its like my mixer is picking up everything thats going through it, but i feel like its because of the buttson that are pressed on my mixer and not the actual wiring it's self. it was right before but its not now, CAN YOU PLEASE HELPPPP thank you
If it was right before, and you haven't changed anything, then you must have accidently pressed somthing on the Mixer. I'm sorry I don't know what or where, but I have had simillar experiences when a wrong button on my board got pressed.
I suspect its the "control room and mains" buttons where the problem is.
this is very interesting topic which I'm going to take up with my instructor and hopefully get some positive feedback seeing as though he has a degree in the field and alot of knowledge of such things............................
Hi Dwight. Thanks for this video. I have a question about how to send out from the computer to one of my stero inputs, Ch 7/8. I have a Alesis Multimix 8 channel mixer with a Firewire. The Firewire should be the only I connection I need to the computer, I believe. When I connect from the 2 track stero out to my inputs on Channel 7/8, all I get is a loud medium pitched sound on my monitors or headphone as I raise the faders. Any suggestions? Thank you. Jeff
I think you're right; the firewire should be the only connection to the compter. I have never used the Multimix 8 but I believe the solution is in the software. My Delta 1010 has software which allows me to route which outputs I use. The Multimix must also have some sort of software allowing you to make these settings.
Also be sure you have the latest drivers from Alesis
i really need some assistance setting up my yamaha mg82cx to my cpu soundcard sb creative audigy2 i would like to keep my comp spkrs connected i also have monitors spkrs connected to my mixer please someone advise.
ok i really need help connecting my mixer a yamaha mg82cx to my sound card sb audigy 2 somewhere along the lines things just arent panning out. can someone please tell me how to connect these so i can get back to simply recording. keep in mind i am running windows 7 and i have monitor speakers connected to the mixer but still want to keep my reg comp speakers connected as well. please help your expertise is greatly appreciated in advance thank you.
I have a potentially stupid question. Apparently you cant monitor vocals w/ reverb in sonar without the input echo button clicked giving you the slight echo which some dont like. So you get a mixer with effects-problem solved. BUT-whats the point of getting an extremely expensive interface with awesome xlr preamps (w/ no effects built in it) if you plug your mic in a $100 mixer to get reverb monitoring & dont even directly use the "amazing" interfaces xlr preamps you pay $1500 for?
Thats a good point. If you have an interface of that quality, perhaps you should bypass the mixer and settle for the input echo. Otherwise a better quality mixer might be in order.
There is nothing wrong with recording the way you are doing. If anything, you will get better sound using a good interface instead of your computers sound card.
In this video I simply explain how I used to do it and I discuss the advantages.
@vonne25000 even if you only have a couple hundred bucks, i'd strongly recommend getting a cheap, cheap interface, just for the analog to digital conversion. there is a huge difference between the way your computer converts the audio from the analog world to the digital realm and the way a separate dedicated unit--even a cheap one--handles that task.
@lesserkind thank you for that man.. so it simply means that interface is a lot more important than a mixer? am i right? now i am planning to buy a YAMAHA AUDIOGRAM 6 (usb audio interface and at the same time a usb mixer) what do you think? will this work? :) thanks again for the response.
The interface is the single most important thing for how well you analog sound will be represented digitally. if it comes with a preamp, like a duet (700 bucks new, 400+ on ebay--a reasonable option), or an m-audio (like 200 bucks, doesn't sound great but it'll get the job done when you're just starting), then you don't need a mixer. You can (and most likely will, when you're starting) mix within your DAW (digital audio work station).
only the stereo strips 5/6 7/8 9/10 and 11/12 can be used to be picked up by your computer??? what about the mono once if i plug a mic to ch 1 would the pc software pick it up??
@dustypuppy i mean if you use like "Alesis MultiMix 8 USB FX Regular" * not the 2.0 model* will this do great when recording like Acoustic guitars, Voice , and bass guitars. even if this model is not in 2.0 usb?
Thats right. You don't need any USB ability on the mixing board if you already have an audio interface for your computer. Everything should work fine.
@dustypuppy to be honest i dont have an audio interface what will you consider for me to buy i just want to start a small bedroom recording place just to record my demo's im on a budget .. what to get :D
M-Audio has a little rig called "MICRO". For only $30 this provides the asio driver mode for near zero latency.
But you might want something bigger with more inputs. Please watch my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring " for more info about interfaces.
I currently dj. And im going from computer software to mixers at the moment. Im wondering - how do I setup the mixing desk to play through my computer and to the radio servers?
I am recording for a church and I do want to record everything going out at once. Since I only have a fast track, I only have one instrument in put and one mic in put. I get exactly what I hear during the services on the recording and this is good for me. I would like to hook up a compressor to the system since I have a lot of novice singers and I have a hard time keeping the volume of each mic set to an optimal level. But I don't know how to hook a compressor up to the system. Any help?
FYI, there are 2 jumpers on the Delta 1010lt card that may need setting depending on the kind of mic you use. But I got mine right. The factory set up is just fine for some people. See the tut : "Setting M-Audio Delta 1010lt Jumpers - Tutorial"
My guitar sounds the same plugged in as it does just playing it without amplification. I've recorded it both ways and it doesn't make any difference for me.
If your guitar sounds nice thru an amp, it should sound good recorded this way. But if it has poor electronics, perhaps not. If you have a good mic, do some tests before you begin recording and compare the results.
I have a Rode NTK condenser mic running into a presonus mic preamp with phantom power, and the output of the preamp going into the Delta 1010. How to set the jumper(s)? (just one mic).Thx
hey dustpuppy thanks for the info , how ever i would like to know one thing
that why did we use the mixer at the first place , when our sound interface could have directly accepted mutliple inputs ?
i mean the issue was this right that we couldn't mesh up multiple instruments because of the lack of ports on a PC sound card , so using a interface we can plug in many instruments , so why the mixer?
Thank you for that interesting point. When you have multiple inputs available in your sound card, its nice to also have control over each channel on your mixer. Please see my other video called "Multitrack Recording - Set up Mixer and Interface"
hi, is there a version of this interface that has speaker volume control nub, so I can drop the mixer and plug the mic, the monitors,and an instrument directly into it? See my problem is that I only have a usb mixer plugged directly into the PC. For a latency problem I need an interface. Or do I have to use a mixer in order to control the speakers' volume?
I see what you mean. For me, I have a foot switch where I can turn my powered speakers on and off. Or I can use the master slider on my mixer. But yes there are some of these interfaces which have an actual volume knob too.
I have a Yamaha MG 166cx-USB. I'm trying to figure out how to get it to record to multiple tracks on cakewalk or cube base at the same time individually. I guess it may not be possible. I just ordered a Tascam M-164UF that is supposed to be able to multi-track. Any thoughts?
No Problem. From everything I understand my Yamaha will NOT do multi-track (other than stereo) simultaneously. I did get the Tascam 164 UF and I've been playing with it for about two weeks now. It's amazing! I'm currently running Cubase LE with it on a PC. I will getting my Mac fixed this week, but a friend of mine brought over his iMac with Logic and it was even better. We are able to record 14 tracks all at the same time. Can't wait to do some live recording with this.
it wouldnt make a difference if you used sterio or aux sends for getting the signal to your comp, just turn all the channels down if you dont want it in the mix and turn the master fader to unity
You would need to take the stereo send from the mixing board (main outs) and hook it to L/R IN on the INTERFACE. Then turn down (or mute) all strips except the one stereo strip you want to record.
Most things- vocal, bass or guitar should be MONO - they can be panned in the mix later on; the only thing you'll need recorded in stereo would be
(for example)
* A keyboard synth or patch which you need to retain stereo
* Guitar processor or drum machine with stereo sends
@dustypuppy I was thinking about this as well, because my audio interface Edirol UA-1EX (Similar to Behringer UCA 202) has stereo inputs. So I'm not sure how to connect the Mono Send Aux channel from my mixer (Pre & Post). I dont want to take the stereo output cause then I wont be able to record while monitoring the mix. Does this means I just bought the wrong mixer ? I prob need mixer with stereo aux for this eh?
I wonder if you really need to record stereo? If so, see my video called "Multitrack Recording - How to Setup Mixer and Interface" for another hookup method. Maybe your mixer has channel inserts as shown there? You can use these to get the job done :)
@dustypuppy yeah I dont really need to record stereo, just thougth the pan function could come in handy in multiinstruments live recording but yeah other than that youre right. Thank you :)
@weareveryloud Thats right, its not needed - you can hook up directly But we use these interfaces for best quality and also for "near zero latency" - thats only needed if you're recording. If so, see my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring" for more
@dustypuppy Thanks, from the video that you sugeested i gather that the interface is to reduce the delay, since my band intends to record can you just mute the playback from the recording software and use the headfone jack on the mixer to listen to the mix. Thank you again.
hi im having some trouble i have a mixer and an audio interface.... and rca cables how can i connect my mixer to the audio interface... note: i have 2 i got an TASCAM and an M-audio Fast track
I suggest you hook it up like I described in the video above. But if this hookup doesn't work for you, perhaps I can help out more. Please tell me what problem you have.
@lugator There are many types of these available. I use M-Audio Delta 1010 which is a PCI card in my PC - but you can get them with firewire or USB. Mine has 8 MONO ins and MONO outs plus digital in and out.
See my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring" for more about INTERFACES
Hi, what if i need to record 4 mics at the same time, and need to record each mic in a different track, what im talking about is to record a drum, thank you.
Yes that would involve a different setup. In order to do that you would need an audio interface with many "ins and outs". (my Delta 1010 for example) You can then run your outputs from each strip to a seperate input of the audio interface. Plugging into the back of the mixer in the "inserts" of each strip. Using the tip and sleve, these should work as direct outputs. You arm several tracks to record
I hope this helps
With my Behringer mixer and Delta 1010, this is exactly how I do it.
I am sorry its difficult to understand but I believe this is a good basic setup. I am happy to help out more if you have questions. It seems like this would be the perfect setup for your situation.
Since im on a tight budget, could I just hook up all the mics and have it out to just the interface with one input. I know after the fact the whole drum track would be one file and I couldnt edit everything individually, but I dont have lots of money to spend. Is this possible?
But thats ok, right ? You'd record your guitar or vocal etc then later you will pan that part in the stereo mix; putting it toward the left side or the right :)
Good luck
Bass Vocal Guitar etc - these are all mono sounds. The time you'll need to record STEREO would be (for example) recording a high quality stereo keyboard patch or sample.
Yes this is a setup for recording only one track at a time. For recording multi-track you will need an audio interface with enough audio inputs to meet your needs. You would then hook these up to the first 6 or 8 strips of your mixer via the "Insert" for each strip.
I feel this was a hypothetical question but if you need more info I can go further.
@PerreiraProductions He's right. I would prefer to use the behringer 2442fx which has 8 seperate outputs for each channel, and using that with the m-audio fast track ultra. thats how i would do it
great video dustypuppy...can i ask to you? yesterday i buy mixer yamaha Yamaha MG124CX 12-Channel Mixer With Effects..and M-audio audiophile192...now i want to hook up this...and i have some trouble...how i can hook up this mixer to my augio interfaces? input audio interfaces to output stereo? or input audio interfaces to group out? please help me...and explain to me...thanks before :)
Hey! what's up dustypuppy... long time without writting...
Look, i have another question, sorry if i bother...
Let's say that i don't have enought xlr inputs on my mixer, and i connect and XLR-1/4" from a mic to the mixer.... and i want to record it or just use it as a PA sound... what problem should i get? or it is'n't going to give me any problem?
I think that will work just fine. There is some difference (extra ground or whatever) but I don't believe you or I would notice any problem at all using it this way.
i have a mixer without aux send (behringer xenyx 1202fx) but it has: fx send, main out, ctrl room out and cd/tape out. can i use one of theese as aux?
Hello...Iam a Begginer at this, and was trying to get a Good explanation as to why a Mixing board is in everyones studio.....when your music software (SONAR for me) has all that in the computer Program.....sorry just Confused.
I believe we use mixers for convenience. As I mentioned, I use one of the stereo strips of my mixer to play back the sound from the computer. This gives me a physical slider to control that volume. Also I can leave several things plugged in and ready to go; like guitar, bass and a mic (for example)
One thing I do know is this. . .
Once you have a MIXER, you'll wonder how you ever did without it !
First you'll need a Mixer with enough strips for what you want. You'll also need a sound card or device with several ins and outs (see for example the M-Audio Delta 1010)
You would then plug patch cords from the "inserts" of each of the channels on the Mixer and plug the other ends into the INPUTS of your sound card.
In your software, you'll be able to route these inputs to seperate tracks for Multi Tracking.
Hey cheers, but I must also ask, doing this in an area of high interfearance would prefer a balanced line to the computer interface. any way of doing this?
I am not sure about that my friend. You might need to check with the folks who make these units. There are many companies M-Audio, Creative, EMU, Cakewalk/Roland to name a few
Yes you could do that and it will work fine. The EMU simply takes the place of your "sound card" giving better quality and ability to use near zero latency software monitoring.
With a Mixer Like that I would Half plug and Jack into the Insert of the channel I want to record. This functions as a direct out and still sends the signal through the strip, as the Half-plug doesn't engage the return. This way you bypass the channel strip for a cleaner recording.
Hey, I have the Yamaha MG124cx, similar to your board, going into an EMU 1616. I have my group out going to the EMU and then the outputs from the EMU going into Channel 11/12. Is there a difference between my setup or your suggested setup? I know you mention it as a common mistake at the end of the video, but I wanted to know the difference/advantages? Thank you in advance! - Will from Ontario.
That seems like a great way to do it. You can send any strips you want to that "group" and that is what will be recorded. Some boards don't have that ability. But for your MG124cx this seems deluxe :)
hey dusty! another question and sorry for bother.. xD
What could happen if a connect a normal microphone to a mixer and switch on the phanton power?? does it break the microphone? burn it? what??..
because the mixer that i own have a master switch to the phanton power, it doesn't have a switch to every XLR inputs... so i would like to know that cause i could connect some condenser mics and normal mics at the same time...
Tanks for the video, can u help me please,,,I have a yamaha MG12/4 And M-audio firewire 1814 interface, how do i use my mixer to record dirrectly in to my interface,
I don't know who is speaking in this video but he is an absolute beast. Very helpful video.
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antonpearson 1 week ago
one question....can i connect my computer directly to the mixer and use the computer like a effect rack?...so the signal enter in the mixer first and the in the computer aplying efects and the back in the mixer and out thru the speakers...if is posible, how can i do that?
Ars3nik85 1 week ago
@Ars3nik85
Yes you could do that but you will need an audio interface which supports "near zero latency" so it will all work in real time. See my video called "Multitrack Recording - Set up Mixer and Interface to Computer".
With mine set up this way, I can play my guitar thru the mixer, into the computer to use FX (like guitar rig) then back to the mixer. - great fun :)
good luck
dustypuppy 1 week ago
I a Pevey Pv 14 Mixer Two Keyboards one in channel 5 and the second in channel 6 and in channel 7 a Harmony M voice tone.
The interface is a Midi Fast Track Pro that is hooked to my computer vie USB cable.
I Can get Music out of my Computer, but i cannot get music from my Key boards into the computer. what do I need to do to get the music in to the computer?
Howcee777 1 week ago
@Howcee777
I'f you have it hooked up like this video, then you would simply turn up the "MON" send on the strip you want to record. You will need a cord going from your "MON SEND" of the mixer to an input on the fastrack, just as I describe in this video.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 week ago
I hav the interface plugged into the pc,2 rcas out of the interface into the mixer,1 rca out of the fx sends into the interface and my headphones plugged in. I have selected the interface in my program. When recording it is still re-recording the backing track and my vocals together. Is there a way that I can still have my vocals and backing track come through my headphones but have only the vocals recorded? I am using a Xenyx 802 mixer and audacity? Any help would be much appreciated THANKS!
thewaythatacowdoes 1 month ago
@thewaythatacowdoes That sounds right - it should work.
You have 2 rca's coming from the interface to one of the stereo strips on the mixer? Be sure you have the FX send turned down all the way on that strip, so it will not get recorded.
Only turn up the FX send on the strip you want to record.
You selected the interface in Audacity. You should specifically select Left, Right or Stereo input from your interface. (I usually use left)
I hope this helps
dustypuppy 1 month ago
@dustypuppy Yeah I have the 2 rcas out of the interface into one of my stereo line ins. On my mixer i only have an aux returns with stereo inputs and fx sends with only one imput. And I have a knob for aux returns which can be turned up or down but no knob for fx sends so there is no way for me to control that as far as I know. Does this mean Im going to have to back to having only the backing track in my headphones and none of the vocals im actually recording? Thanks for responding so quickly!
thewaythatacowdoes 1 month ago
@thewaythatacowdoes
Hi - I just looked at a good picture of your board and now I understand.
The one mono line goes from the "FX Send" of the Xenyx 802 and into your interface for recording.
Each strip on your Xenyx 802 has its own FX knob. Turn those all down all the way and turn up only the one you want to record - set it so you have a good level.
This will work fine for you - you will hear everything but you'll only be recording the strip which has FX turned up.
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 month ago
@thewaythatacowdoes
Hi - I just looked at a good picture of your board and now I understand.
The one mono line goes from the "FX Send" of the Xenyx 802 and into your interface for recording.
Each strip on your Xenyx 802 has its own FX knob. Turn those all down all the way and turn up only the one you want to record - set it so you have a good level.
This will work fine for you - you will hear everything but you'll only be recording the strip which has FX turned up.
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 month ago
@dustypuppy Thank you that worked perfectly. You are the absolute best!
thewaythatacowdoes 1 month ago
Great vid.. Can I contact you about questions I've got...?
HeyStupidFlanders 2 months ago
@HeyStupidFlanders yes sure :)
dustypuppy 2 months ago
So when you turn up the aux (pre) level, is it replacing gain or level or something else??
lliwehtedud 2 months ago
So do you have to change where your cable is plugged every time you want to record using aux send??
lliwehtedud 2 months ago
@lliwehtedud
No, simply turn up the send on the strip you want to record and turn down all the other sends
dustypuppy 2 months ago
So the fader controls music in general and not just your mix?
lliwehtedud 2 months ago
My mixer is an Allen and Heath ZED14 which has USB connection for recording. I also have an M-Audio Fast Track Pro interface. The mixer has a headphone level control, but I want to reduce latency by running the interface through the interface. Do I still need to do what you did to get the lower latency or can I leave it?? Please Reply
lliwehtedud 2 months ago
@lliwehtedud The fast track pro should be your interface and (in Sonar) you should be using the ASIO driver mode for the lowest latency.
I suggest not using the USB of the mixer, instead hook it up as described here. Or see my other video called "Multitrack Recording"
dustypuppy 2 months ago
@dustypuppy Ok thanks, one last thing, on the back of my Fast track Pro are both outputs and trs outputs, which one should i plug the 1/4 cables into??
please reply, and thanks a lot for your help and for making a great video!
lliwehtedud 2 months ago
@lliwehtedud
Either of these will work.
Trs means Tip/Ring/Sleeve so dependining on how far you push the plugs in, you will get different results. Experiment - have fun
Good luck
dustypuppy 2 months ago
@dustypuppy what cable do you use to connect these two things to the stereo strip, is it just two 1/4 inch cables or an rca???PLEASE REPLY I AM STUCK WITH MY MIXER!!!
lliwehtedud 1 month ago
@lliwehtedud
With these two components, two mono 1/4" cables will be perfect.
If yours are different, then simply look for whats needed to go OUT from your audio interface and IN to a stereo strip on your mixer.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 month ago
@ dustypuppy with the USB M Audio Delta your using .isnt that pretty much the same as going straight from the board Main L R outs to the pc line input on a pc sound card?? Was curious as to seeing whats the diffrence is .Thanks
stormshadow2100 2 months ago
@stormshadow2100
Its almost the same but you'll get better sound quality with a professional audio interface rather than using your PCs sound card.
By hooking things up as I describe here, you can select which strips will be recorded. If you're using the MAIN OUTS, then you'll be recording everything going through the mixer.
dustypuppy 2 months ago
@dustypuppy So if i purchased a Behringer U-CONTROL UCA202 or a M Audio fast track USB Audio interface this would better ? Would i still be going Main L R outs of my board to the input on the M audio fast track if i was to buy one ??
Could you recommend some as im on a budget too please .
stormshadow2100 2 months ago
@ dustypuppy I did have a Behringer X1222 USB Mixer board which was just as good without the need of the audio USB interface as the behringer had it all built in,but it died within 2 weeks of owning the damm thing so i got a refund .
stormshadow2100 2 months ago
@stormshadow2100 Thats so sad - But good you got a refund.
As I say in this video, I don't like to use the main outs from the board for recording since you cannot separate the strips. Its better to take a line from the mixers "send" as described here, then you will have control.
good luck
dustypuppy 2 months ago
Hey, thanks for the vid. I have a question. I have a behringer mx 2004a mixer I am using with a lexicon lambda sound card, and truth b2030a studio monitors. for some reason when i go to record the beat gets recorded instead of my vocals. its like my mixer is picking up everything thats going through it, but i feel like its because of the buttson that are pressed on my mixer and not the actual wiring it's self. it was right before but its not now, CAN YOU PLEASE HELPPPP thank you
cirton86 3 months ago
@cirton86
If it was right before, and you haven't changed anything, then you must have accidently pressed somthing on the Mixer. I'm sorry I don't know what or where, but I have had simillar experiences when a wrong button on my board got pressed.
I suspect its the "control room and mains" buttons where the problem is.
Good luck
dustypuppy 3 months ago
Can you help me with the set up for the following equipment?
- Computer
- Audio interface ua-25 ex cakewalk
- Roland MV 8800
- Turntable
- KRK monitors
- Yamaha mixer MG102c
Thanks
CoyoteBeats 3 months ago
@CoyoteBeats
How you will hook it up depends on how you want to use it and what you plan to do with it.
Will you be using Sonar or some other software in the computer for recording? If so, I don't see any need for the Roland MV 8800.
Basic setup would be ua-25 ex to computer via USB
Output from AU25 and Turntable would each go to a stereo strip in the MIXER
Output from Mixer to KRK Monitors
Input for AU25 can be just like I describe in the above video
good luck
dustypuppy 3 months ago
i am not made for this stuff. to comfusing
drummerking3692 3 months ago
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Hello
How do i connect a dj mixer (numark m1 2 channel) and a audio interface (cakewalk ua-25 ex) into a mixer (Yamaha MG124C live mixer) ?
Bye
CoyoteBeats 3 months ago
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How do you hook up a turntable a dj mixer (for scratching) and a main mixer together?
And where do i have to connect an audio interface (ua-25 ex Cakewalk) ?
Thanks
CoyoteBeats 4 months ago
this is very interesting topic which I'm going to take up with my instructor and hopefully get some positive feedback seeing as though he has a degree in the field and alot of knowledge of such things............................
bmoorefield1 4 months ago
Thank you so much , it was the most helpful video ever
arminolala 4 months ago
Hi Dwight. Thanks for this video. I have a question about how to send out from the computer to one of my stero inputs, Ch 7/8. I have a Alesis Multimix 8 channel mixer with a Firewire. The Firewire should be the only I connection I need to the computer, I believe. When I connect from the 2 track stero out to my inputs on Channel 7/8, all I get is a loud medium pitched sound on my monitors or headphone as I raise the faders. Any suggestions? Thank you. Jeff
kidsguitar3 5 months ago in playlist recording
@kidsguitar3
I think you're right; the firewire should be the only connection to the compter. I have never used the Multimix 8 but I believe the solution is in the software. My Delta 1010 has software which allows me to route which outputs I use. The Multimix must also have some sort of software allowing you to make these settings.
Also be sure you have the latest drivers from Alesis
I hope this helps
Dwight
dustypuppy 5 months ago
this might sound stupid, but do you need the audio interface when yousing a mixer? i mean, cant you just plug the mixer straight into the computer?
HBK1337 6 months ago
@HBK1337
Actually no, you don't need the interface. Your mixer can plug right into the sound card of your computer.
But a good quality audio interface will give you better sound and near zero latency, for software monitoring.
Good luck
dustypuppy 6 months ago
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i really need some assistance setting up my yamaha mg82cx to my cpu soundcard sb creative audigy2 i would like to keep my comp spkrs connected i also have monitors spkrs connected to my mixer please someone advise.
whoiscloseone 6 months ago
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ok i really need help connecting my mixer a yamaha mg82cx to my sound card sb audigy 2 somewhere along the lines things just arent panning out. can someone please tell me how to connect these so i can get back to simply recording. keep in mind i am running windows 7 and i have monitor speakers connected to the mixer but still want to keep my reg comp speakers connected as well. please help your expertise is greatly appreciated in advance thank you.
whoiscloseone 6 months ago
sounds like the guy from the king missile(detachable Penis)
enlightenedanarcho 8 months ago
porn music in the background lol
imCrippinCaRip 8 months ago
I have a potentially stupid question. Apparently you cant monitor vocals w/ reverb in sonar without the input echo button clicked giving you the slight echo which some dont like. So you get a mixer with effects-problem solved. BUT-whats the point of getting an extremely expensive interface with awesome xlr preamps (w/ no effects built in it) if you plug your mic in a $100 mixer to get reverb monitoring & dont even directly use the "amazing" interfaces xlr preamps you pay $1500 for?
loungefly1 9 months ago
@loungefly1
Hi my friend.
Thats a good point. If you have an interface of that quality, perhaps you should bypass the mixer and settle for the input echo. Otherwise a better quality mixer might be in order.
dustypuppy 9 months ago
CAN YOU HELP ME PLEASE?
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE MIXER AND THE INTERFACE?
YES, I ADMIT I AM A NEWBIE IN RECORDING.
AND I USUALLY DO IS TO DIRECTLY INPUT MY GUITAR/MIC TO THE PC. IN THAT CASE, WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN:
INPUT-->MIXER-->INTERFACE-->PC
or
INPUT-->PC
??? HELP PLEASE :(
vonne25000 9 months ago
@vonne25000
Hi
There is nothing wrong with recording the way you are doing. If anything, you will get better sound using a good interface instead of your computers sound card.
In this video I simply explain how I used to do it and I discuss the advantages.
Good luck
dustypuppy 9 months ago
@dustypuppy THANKS! THAT REALLY HELPED BECAUSE I'M PLANNING TO BUY A MIXER. IS IT OK IF MY SETUP WILL BE:
GUITAR/MIC--->DI BOX (?)--->MIXER--->PC
CAUSE I DON'T HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO BUY AN INTERFACE INSTEAD, A MIXER IS ALL I CAN AFFORD.
WILL THIS SETUP WORK? IM SORRY..TOO MANY QUESTION. BUT RESPONSES ARE HIGHLY APPRECIATED :)
vonne25000 9 months ago
@vonne25000
That should work out fine
Good luck
dustypuppy 9 months ago
@dustypuppy THANKS A LOT MAN!
vonne25000 9 months ago
@vonne25000 even if you only have a couple hundred bucks, i'd strongly recommend getting a cheap, cheap interface, just for the analog to digital conversion. there is a huge difference between the way your computer converts the audio from the analog world to the digital realm and the way a separate dedicated unit--even a cheap one--handles that task.
lesserkind 9 months ago
@lesserkind thank you for that man.. so it simply means that interface is a lot more important than a mixer? am i right? now i am planning to buy a YAMAHA AUDIOGRAM 6 (usb audio interface and at the same time a usb mixer) what do you think? will this work? :) thanks again for the response.
vonne25000 9 months ago
@vonne25000 sorry it's been a week...
The interface is the single most important thing for how well you analog sound will be represented digitally. if it comes with a preamp, like a duet (700 bucks new, 400+ on ebay--a reasonable option), or an m-audio (like 200 bucks, doesn't sound great but it'll get the job done when you're just starting), then you don't need a mixer. You can (and most likely will, when you're starting) mix within your DAW (digital audio work station).
lesserkind 8 months ago
@vonne25000 The audiogram should work. not sure what it will sound like though, having never used it.
lesserkind 8 months ago
Can u use a USB mic along with a USB mixer to a laptop?
vapors420 9 months ago
@vapors420
not really - with a mixer, you can use a real mic. Then again with a USB mic, you don't really need a mixer :x
Not really sure but you might be able to use both for extra inputs
good luck
dustypuppy 9 months ago
sweet porn music in the background.
tylerkershaw 9 months ago 2
is it really a big deal if your mixer is not using a 2.0 usb?
RadicalSituation 10 months ago
@RadicalSituation
no, not at all. I didn't actually use it in this demonstration.
dustypuppy 10 months ago
only the stereo strips 5/6 7/8 9/10 and 11/12 can be used to be picked up by your computer??? what about the mono once if i plug a mic to ch 1 would the pc software pick it up??
josebachata 10 months ago
@josebachata
Hey those would all work just fine. But the signal from your computer will be stereo. That is why I suggest using one of the stereo strips.
Good luck
dustypuppy 10 months ago
@dustypuppy i mean if you use like "Alesis MultiMix 8 USB FX Regular" * not the 2.0 model* will this do great when recording like Acoustic guitars, Voice , and bass guitars. even if this model is not in 2.0 usb?
RadicalSituation 10 months ago
@RadicalSituation
Thats right. You don't need any USB ability on the mixing board if you already have an audio interface for your computer. Everything should work fine.
Good luck
dustypuppy 10 months ago
@dustypuppy to be honest i dont have an audio interface what will you consider for me to buy i just want to start a small bedroom recording place just to record my demo's im on a budget .. what to get :D
RadicalSituation 10 months ago
@RadicalSituation
M-Audio has a little rig called "MICRO". For only $30 this provides the asio driver mode for near zero latency.
But you might want something bigger with more inputs. Please watch my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring " for more info about interfaces.
dustypuppy 10 months ago
@dustypuppy will this device do the job sir M-Audio Fast Track MKII USB Audio Interface i cant find if this provides zero latency but will this do ?
RadicalSituation 10 months ago
@RadicalSituation
Yes this M-Audio Fast Track MKII USB is a good unit and should work fine. It also has a direct monitoring switch which might be handy.
Good luck
dustypuppy 10 months ago
only the stereo strips 5/6 7/8 9/10 and 11/12 can be used to be picked up by your computer???
josebachata 10 months ago
I currently dj. And im going from computer software to mixers at the moment. Im wondering - how do I setup the mixing desk to play through my computer and to the radio servers?
xjx2 10 months ago
@xjx2
Most mixing boards have MAIN OUTS and also Control Room Outs. Perhaps you could use one for computer and one for radio servers.
dustypuppy 10 months ago
I am recording for a church and I do want to record everything going out at once. Since I only have a fast track, I only have one instrument in put and one mic in put. I get exactly what I hear during the services on the recording and this is good for me. I would like to hook up a compressor to the system since I have a lot of novice singers and I have a hard time keeping the volume of each mic set to an optimal level. But I don't know how to hook a compressor up to the system. Any help?
kcguitfidle 1 year ago
@kcguitfidle
I have never actually done that but I am going to answer anyways since this seems very simple to me.
Presently you have the signal going to the INPUT of the fast track.
Instead, unplug that and send this signal to the input of the compressor. Then plug from the compressor OUTPUT to the fasttrack INPUT.
Make some adjustments and do some tests - This should work wonderfully
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
thx:))
piotreeqr 1 year ago
why he is telling to send the signal by send useing a mono cable what about if u wona record stereo signal..???
piotreeqr 1 year ago
@piotreeqr
If you need stereo, you must use the main stereo outputs from the board.
Or your mixer might have a way to set up a stereo send.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
FYI, there are 2 jumpers on the Delta 1010lt card that may need setting depending on the kind of mic you use. But I got mine right. The factory set up is just fine for some people. See the tut : "Setting M-Audio Delta 1010lt Jumpers - Tutorial"
adomayor 1 year ago
@adomayor
I'm sorry I didn't know that; thanks for the info
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hey, Its me again :) i was wondering if i can simply plug in my acoustic guitar to the mixer?
FarizAcoustic 1 year ago
@FarizAcoustic
Is that a trick question ? LOL :)
If its an acoustic/electric, yes sure you can plug it right into the mixer. I do that all the time.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy Will it sound good? or will i get a better sound with a small diagramp mic?
FarizAcoustic 1 year ago
@FarizAcoustic
My guitar sounds the same plugged in as it does just playing it without amplification. I've recorded it both ways and it doesn't make any difference for me.
If your guitar sounds nice thru an amp, it should sound good recorded this way. But if it has poor electronics, perhaps not. If you have a good mic, do some tests before you begin recording and compare the results.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy thank you for your help
FarizAcoustic 1 year ago
I have a Rode NTK condenser mic running into a presonus mic preamp with phantom power, and the output of the preamp going into the Delta 1010. How to set the jumper(s)? (just one mic).Thx
adomayor 1 year ago
@adomayor
Hi friend
I don't understand your question. There are no "jumpers" that I know of.
Perhaps you mean the switches on your mic. But you would need the manual for that.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
hey dustpuppy thanks for the info , how ever i would like to know one thing
that why did we use the mixer at the first place , when our sound interface could have directly accepted mutliple inputs ?
i mean the issue was this right that we couldn't mesh up multiple instruments because of the lack of ports on a PC sound card , so using a interface we can plug in many instruments , so why the mixer?
lunatickurrupter 1 year ago
@lunatickurrupter
Thank you for that interesting point. When you have multiple inputs available in your sound card, its nice to also have control over each channel on your mixer. Please see my other video called "Multitrack Recording - Set up Mixer and Interface"
dustypuppy 1 year ago
thanks for the fast reply. one more thing: how is the PRESONUS AUDIOBOX USB compared to the one in this vid? Which would you honestly choose?Thx
adomayor 1 year ago
@adomayor
You're welcome
The presonus audiobox is great. Sorry, I honestly don't know if one is better.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
hi, is there a version of this interface that has speaker volume control nub, so I can drop the mixer and plug the mic, the monitors,and an instrument directly into it? See my problem is that I only have a usb mixer plugged directly into the PC. For a latency problem I need an interface. Or do I have to use a mixer in order to control the speakers' volume?
adomayor 1 year ago
@adomayor
I see what you mean. For me, I have a foot switch where I can turn my powered speakers on and off. Or I can use the master slider on my mixer. But yes there are some of these interfaces which have an actual volume knob too.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hey i bought the same mixer(USB) as you yesterday... and i was wondering.. can i just simply plug it in to the usb slots?
FarizMetal 1 year ago
@FarizMetal
Yes I'm sure it will work that way - You might have some latency problems if you don't use an interface.
See my video "zero latency software monitoring" for more about that.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
if i buy this on my mac ... do i need a sound card? or o can use this like a sound card?
ChillingSector 1 year ago
@ChillingSector
Hi
The Emu Tracker works with mac too. And yes, you use it as your sound card.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
hey i got a question i have a sound card with 2 line outputs which are Right and left .
to which input in the mixer i shoud plug in to i have alto 6 channel mixer please help me !
senaniho 1 year ago
@senaniho
Hi - Strip #3 and 4 on your mixer are stereo. So use one of these stereo strips.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
I have a Yamaha MG 166cx-USB. I'm trying to figure out how to get it to record to multiple tracks on cakewalk or cube base at the same time individually. I guess it may not be possible. I just ordered a Tascam M-164UF that is supposed to be able to multi-track. Any thoughts?
songswedo 1 year ago
@songswedo
I'm sorry your question was missed. I just found it today.
That yamaha looks like a great board - it must be able to do multitracking .
I suppose you have the new tascam by now
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy
No Problem. From everything I understand my Yamaha will NOT do multi-track (other than stereo) simultaneously. I did get the Tascam 164 UF and I've been playing with it for about two weeks now. It's amazing! I'm currently running Cubase LE with it on a PC. I will getting my Mac fixed this week, but a friend of mine brought over his iMac with Logic and it was even better. We are able to record 14 tracks all at the same time. Can't wait to do some live recording with this.
songswedo 1 year ago
Can I Record A song using a mixer and garageband?
dcbmusic 1 year ago
@dcbmusic
I have never used garageband but yes, I believe that is what it is for.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
it wouldnt make a difference if you used sterio or aux sends for getting the signal to your comp, just turn all the channels down if you dont want it in the mix and turn the master fader to unity
fishingfreak001 1 year ago
well made video!
hbomb121x 1 year ago
beautiful voice and a very good tutorial. Thanks
sammeiii 1 year ago
@nikrok1
Thank you :)
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Great Video .How would i use set it up for recording sterio into the interface instead of just mono thanks?
slowtsi06 1 year ago
@slowtsi06
Thank you
You would need to take the stereo send from the mixing board (main outs) and hook it to L/R IN on the INTERFACE. Then turn down (or mute) all strips except the one stereo strip you want to record.
Most things- vocal, bass or guitar should be MONO - they can be panned in the mix later on; the only thing you'll need recorded in stereo would be
(for example)
* A keyboard synth or patch which you need to retain stereo
* Guitar processor or drum machine with stereo sends
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy I was thinking about this as well, because my audio interface Edirol UA-1EX (Similar to Behringer UCA 202) has stereo inputs. So I'm not sure how to connect the Mono Send Aux channel from my mixer (Pre & Post). I dont want to take the stereo output cause then I wont be able to record while monitoring the mix. Does this means I just bought the wrong mixer ? I prob need mixer with stereo aux for this eh?
knoxiuz 1 year ago
@knoxiuz
I wonder if you really need to record stereo? If so, see my video called "Multitrack Recording - How to Setup Mixer and Interface" for another hookup method. Maybe your mixer has channel inserts as shown there? You can use these to get the job done :)
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy yeah I dont really need to record stereo, just thougth the pan function could come in handy in multiinstruments live recording but yeah other than that youre right. Thank you :)
knoxiuz 1 year ago
@knoxiuz
Yes and each of these mono tracks can / will be panned (in the overall stereo mix) later on as you build your song.
Notice each mono track (in Sonar) still has a pan control :)
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hey i have one question. If im running Logic Pro 9 do i still need an external mixer?
26ZS 1 year ago
@26ZS No; you really don't "need" it for a basic setup. Its just for convenience.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Thanks for sharing, Dustypuppy. I never thought about using the aux send.
voodoovampires 1 year ago
Is the emu tracker vital or can u go from mixer to pc with RCA cables?
weareveryloud 1 year ago
@weareveryloud Thats right, its not needed - you can hook up directly But we use these interfaces for best quality and also for "near zero latency" - thats only needed if you're recording. If so, see my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring" for more
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy Thanks, from the video that you sugeested i gather that the interface is to reduce the delay, since my band intends to record can you just mute the playback from the recording software and use the headfone jack on the mixer to listen to the mix. Thank you again.
weareveryloud 1 year ago
hi thanks for the reply ill make a video of what my problem is and ill send it to you if thats ok
YungSkillz502 1 year ago
hi im having some trouble i have a mixer and an audio interface.... and rca cables how can i connect my mixer to the audio interface... note: i have 2 i got an TASCAM and an M-audio Fast track
YungSkillz502 1 year ago
@YungSkillz502
I suggest you hook it up like I described in the video above. But if this hookup doesn't work for you, perhaps I can help out more. Please tell me what problem you have.
Dwight
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Oh i see my friend, you need to different elements, the mixer and the interface, so you connect your interface via usb or wirefire? thanks
lugator 1 year ago
@lugator There are many types of these available. I use M-Audio Delta 1010 which is a PCI card in my PC - but you can get them with firewire or USB. Mine has 8 MONO ins and MONO outs plus digital in and out.
See my video called "Near Zero Latency Software Monitoring" for more about INTERFACES
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hi, what if i need to record 4 mics at the same time, and need to record each mic in a different track, what im talking about is to record a drum, thank you.
lugator 1 year ago
@lugator
Yes that would involve a different setup. In order to do that you would need an audio interface with many "ins and outs". (my Delta 1010 for example) You can then run your outputs from each strip to a seperate input of the audio interface. Plugging into the back of the mixer in the "inserts" of each strip. Using the tip and sleve, these should work as direct outputs. You arm several tracks to record
I hope this helps
With my Behringer mixer and Delta 1010, this is exactly how I do it.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
isn't this a USB mixer ??
FreezEntertainment 1 year ago
excelent tutorial
Lbeatful 1 year ago
AAAARRRRGGGGHHHH!!!!!!
i need to learn this stuff for my new mixer
but when i watch these videos i get headaches
i just simply want to connect my mixer to my guitar, computer, sterio or whatever!
ilovedamusic1000 1 year ago
@ilovedamusic1000
I am sorry its difficult to understand but I believe this is a good basic setup. I am happy to help out more if you have questions. It seems like this would be the perfect setup for your situation.
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Since im on a tight budget, could I just hook up all the mics and have it out to just the interface with one input. I know after the fact the whole drum track would be one file and I couldnt edit everything individually, but I dont have lots of money to spend. Is this possible?
PerreiraProductions 1 year ago
@PerreiraProductions
Sure, that is possible. You should adjust all your levels to get a good mix going in. Because like you said, you won't be able to change it after.
You know; recordings used to be made with just one mic and everyone position themselves around it so all could be heard !
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
I want to know if u use the AUx send will it record it in MONO or STEREO
DjEssence305 1 year ago
@DjEssence305
Definately MONO
But thats ok, right ? You'd record your guitar or vocal etc then later you will pan that part in the stereo mix; putting it toward the left side or the right :)
Good luck
Bass Vocal Guitar etc - these are all mono sounds. The time you'll need to record STEREO would be (for example) recording a high quality stereo keyboard patch or sample.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy That makes sooo much sense. That means im luck :D
DjEssence305 1 year ago
What if I'm looking to record like 6 drum tracks. What kind of audio interface would I then need? Here you specify this is only for one track.
PerreiraProductions 1 year ago
@PerreiraProductions
Yes this is a setup for recording only one track at a time. For recording multi-track you will need an audio interface with enough audio inputs to meet your needs. You would then hook these up to the first 6 or 8 strips of your mixer via the "Insert" for each strip.
I feel this was a hypothetical question but if you need more info I can go further.
thanks for your comment
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@PerreiraProductions He's right. I would prefer to use the behringer 2442fx which has 8 seperate outputs for each channel, and using that with the m-audio fast track ultra. thats how i would do it
DjEssence305 1 year ago
great video dustypuppy...can i ask to you? yesterday i buy mixer yamaha Yamaha MG124CX 12-Channel Mixer With Effects..and M-audio audiophile192...now i want to hook up this...and i have some trouble...how i can hook up this mixer to my augio interfaces? input audio interfaces to output stereo? or input audio interfaces to group out? please help me...and explain to me...thanks before :)
krisnaSOC 1 year ago
@krisnaSOC
That looks like a real nice mixer. I think with this, you should use the "Group Out" from the mixing board to the "Audio Input" of the interface.
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy thanks for reply..okay i'll try now..if a have problem..i'll asking u again :) thanks
krisnaSOC 1 year ago
Dustypuppy! You answered alll of my questions, that nobody has been able to answer! You won my heart lol
DjEssence305 1 year ago
@DjEssence305 Thank you - I'm so glad :))
LOL
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hey! what's up dustypuppy... long time without writting...
Look, i have another question, sorry if i bother...
Let's say that i don't have enought xlr inputs on my mixer, and i connect and XLR-1/4" from a mic to the mixer.... and i want to record it or just use it as a PA sound... what problem should i get? or it is'n't going to give me any problem?
Thank you bro!!
AL3mcbox 1 year ago
hey AL3mcbox
Nice to hear from you.
I think that will work just fine. There is some difference (extra ground or whatever) but I don't believe you or I would notice any problem at all using it this way.
Dwight
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy
Ok! Thanks a lot Dwitght...!
Some day i'll show you my studio when it's done here in Venezuela... you've helped me very much and i really appreciate that!
Alejandro
AL3mcbox 1 year ago
i have a mixer without aux send (behringer xenyx 1202fx) but it has: fx send, main out, ctrl room out and cd/tape out. can i use one of theese as aux?
btw, great how to video, it helped me a lot.
xesnoteleks 1 year ago
Hi xesnoteleks
I suggest you use the FX send - that should work fine.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
lolz i just wona no how 2 hook my pc to my pc
xxJO2HZxx 1 year ago
Thank's a Million Dwight !!!
cartunes920 1 year ago
Hello...Iam a Begginer at this, and was trying to get a Good explanation as to why a Mixing board is in everyones studio.....when your music software (SONAR for me) has all that in the computer Program.....sorry just Confused.
Thank You
cartunes920 1 year ago
Hi cartunes920
I believe we use mixers for convenience. As I mentioned, I use one of the stereo strips of my mixer to play back the sound from the computer. This gives me a physical slider to control that volume. Also I can leave several things plugged in and ready to go; like guitar, bass and a mic (for example)
One thing I do know is this. . .
Once you have a MIXER, you'll wonder how you ever did without it !
Dwight
dustypuppy 1 year ago
I have a question, say I want to have a mixer with all mics recording individually into protools, or cubase. What technology is needed for this?
richardemg 1 year ago
Hi richardemg
First you'll need a Mixer with enough strips for what you want. You'll also need a sound card or device with several ins and outs (see for example the M-Audio Delta 1010)
You would then plug patch cords from the "inserts" of each of the channels on the Mixer and plug the other ends into the INPUTS of your sound card.
In your software, you'll be able to route these inputs to seperate tracks for Multi Tracking.
good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
@dustypuppy
Hey cheers, but I must also ask, doing this in an area of high interfearance would prefer a balanced line to the computer interface. any way of doing this?
richardemg 1 year ago
@richardemg
I am not sure about that my friend. You might need to check with the folks who make these units. There are many companies M-Audio, Creative, EMU, Cakewalk/Roland to name a few
Good luck
dustypuppy 1 year ago
cant you just plug the mixing board straight into the computer without haveing that EMU thing? and what does the EMU do?
kamikaze756 1 year ago
@kamikaze756
Yes you could do that and it will work fine. The EMU simply takes the place of your "sound card" giving better quality and ability to use near zero latency software monitoring.
dustypuppy 1 year ago
With a Mixer Like that I would Half plug and Jack into the Insert of the channel I want to record. This functions as a direct out and still sends the signal through the strip, as the Half-plug doesn't engage the return. This way you bypass the channel strip for a cleaner recording.
stevenmcnair1897 1 year ago
@stevenmcnair1897
Thats right - you make a very good point
Thank you
dustypuppy 1 year ago
Hey, I have the Yamaha MG124cx, similar to your board, going into an EMU 1616. I have my group out going to the EMU and then the outputs from the EMU going into Channel 11/12. Is there a difference between my setup or your suggested setup? I know you mention it as a common mistake at the end of the video, but I wanted to know the difference/advantages? Thank you in advance! - Will from Ontario.
beatboxwillis 1 year ago
Hi Will
That seems like a great way to do it. You can send any strips you want to that "group" and that is what will be recorded. Some boards don't have that ability. But for your MG124cx this seems deluxe :)
Dwight from Nova Scotia
dustypuppy 1 year ago
hey dusty! another question and sorry for bother.. xD
What could happen if a connect a normal microphone to a mixer and switch on the phanton power?? does it break the microphone? burn it? what??..
because the mixer that i own have a master switch to the phanton power, it doesn't have a switch to every XLR inputs... so i would like to know that cause i could connect some condenser mics and normal mics at the same time...
Thank you!! (Y)
AL3mcbox 2 years ago
hi there
You are perfectly safe to do that.
Phantom power will not effect other microphones. No harm will be done.
dustypuppy 2 years ago
Tanks dustypuppy i will try that.
fender829 2 years ago
Tanks for the video, can u help me please,,,I have a yamaha MG12/4 And M-audio firewire 1814 interface, how do i use my mixer to record dirrectly in to my interface,
fender829 2 years ago