Analog Mixer Basics (How to Use An Analog Mixer)

[@hoatolagbe1]

@MidnightLight - agreed. As an IT specialist, this is one the best audio mixer tutorial that I've watched. Began with the mixer architecture, explains what each mixer subsection does to channelized incoming signals. Thank you sir.

[@proclaimav4197]

Everyone learns differently I suppose, my teaching probably reflects my own learning style. Glad it was helpful!

[@nigell.8705]

Finally a clear cut, in-depth video on how to use an analog mixer. Because everybody doesn't use digital nowadays.

[@proclaimav4197]

Right on. I made this video out of frustration since I couldn't find one that I liked. Analog is still a great budget friendly option! 😃

[@calskihere5424]

Subbed. I'm purchasing a defective 2442 and I am glad someone out here in youtube put a very good detailed video in about this mixer. I'm excited to repair it and hope I get to enjoy it fully in the year 2025. Cheers!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks, good luck with the repair!

[@MidnightLight.]

This is one of the “best” online tutorials on mixing boards I’ve seen online -

[@proclaimav4197]

Wow, thanks!

[@ezequielrivera2842]

I agree

[@JamesSmith-gk8sz]

FINALLY, a video on how to use a mixing board where the audio quality actually sounds like....God forbid someone who knows how to use a sound board.

[@proclaimav4197]

Right on James. I actually made this video for this reason. Videos about audio gear which have terrible audio? 🤷Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@MasQueVencedorEnCristo]

@@proclaimav4197 thanks I also wanna get my own mixer to record my drums so I’m watching this as everyone just talks about it but don’t show how to do it like it seems you’re doing it already less than five minutes into the video

[@RefurbishedPrototype]

As a tech that has been doing live events for 15 years, I can back everything said in this video. Note: he chose a Behringer, and I believe for very good reason. I have the smaller X1832USB, but it still offers compression, sweepable mids and a built in 9-band graphic eq; These are all indispensable functions for live mixing. Very clear, concise, accurate instruction. Great video all around.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks for your kind words!

[@RefurbishedPrototype]

Np. You earned it. 🍻

[@olivierdubrulle3251]

I mix for the local church band and I use the x-32 in house, but when we go on location I use the X2222usb, thank you for pointing out some features I didn't know where to find, great tutorial..

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad to help!

[@MA-iridium]

Best video I have watched so far on this topic (I explored like 20 different channels) Very clear and comprehensive...Thank you!

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful! Appreciate the kind words.

[@srijithps]

I am new to this field and believe me guys, this video was the kind of lesson I was really looking for! Big thanks to the creator of this video presentation and the effort, and the patience😅 in explaining all the buttons & knobs on such an advanced Analogue Mixer! I am sure many beginners will appreciate your video too🎉 Sharing knowledge with true dedication isn’t very common !

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@ГеоргиНиколов-о2л]

You nailed it man. The video is perfect. It is as easy to understand as possible and was very useful to me.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks!

[@smoss29743]

This was a great watch! I appreciate how you explained everything, also that you tinkered with the knobs and we heard it in real time! That was extremely helpful i started it using an analog board but never understood it in depth!

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome, I'm happy to hear that. I tried to make it as "hands on" as possible as I learn best by doing. 😃

[@paulrhoden4401]

Excellent video. I have been using a mixer similar to yours for some years. After watching your presentation, I realize, starting tomorrow I have a lot of tweeking to do. Thanks.

[@proclaimav4197]

Super!

[@yagasmurf]

Thanks! The mixer is great so far. I appreciate your help

[@proclaimav4197]

Wow Thanks! You are the first Super Thanks ever! 🎈🎈🎈🎈

[@elaineginn]

I haven't finished watching all of this video but I have already learned so much in the first few sections. Thank you for explaining things in easy terms.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@spencerhutchins8562]

I have this mixer and have never really understood all of its functions. Thank you very much!

[@proclaimav4197]

Great to hear!

[@TeenieTinyToni]

Hands down the best explanation of this mixer I’ve ever seen. I just purchased This exact mixer last year so we could use it for live set ups basically to send my keyboard/drum programmer stuff through it and then to the main FOH. Thank you so much. ☺️🙏🏾

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hauoliakua]

Drinking from the firehose, yes. But no additional BS, straight to the meat. Excellent video!

[@proclaimav4197]

You're welcome. I hate it when KZbinrs go on and on about nothing...😛

[@grrockstar420]

Such a great video. Your recommendations on having everything in front of you is exactly where i was at when watching! Highly suggest everyone to do the same. It is a lilttle hard to handle at first but watching a couple times really helps everthing to sink in. Still a lot to figure out but this is an incredible start thank you so much for your time and effort.

[@proclaimav4197]

Excellent. I find that tinkering is the way I learn things as well. Happy mixing!

[@samuelbrooks7854]

thank you so much i wish this was longer i love you for that i have a pro- dragon -16 mixer thank you

[@proclaimav4197]

There is a Part 2 of the video for more details. It's tough to hit the balance between thorough and too long... :)

[@Dgames2025]

This is the best tutorial that you can find on KZbin, thanks a lot and please keep on making more videos like this

[@proclaimav4197]

More to come!

[@the_ginger_drummer]

i just got brought on for a theater production that uses a analog board from the 90s that i've never seen before...let's just say I was caught off guard but this video helped me understand a little more and I feel confident going in tomorrow!

[@proclaimav4197]

Super! Glad it was helpful.

[@phillredfox]

Thank you!! Clear, articulate and a voice I could happily listen to all day. Top work.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks Phill! Glad it was helpful.

[@johnbeaupain]

Very helpful. Thanks! Just picked up a Behringer X1832USB and this video has greatly helped in my understanding. Totally new to this game, so I have basically zero knowledge with mixers, but feeling much more confident now and have a much better understanding of what the board is capable of, and in how to use it.

[@proclaimav4197]

Great to hear it! That's the goal.

[@mikemills7294]

This was great for me as i just ordered the QX2442USB.. awesome rundown

[@proclaimav4197]

Right on Mike. I really love mine. I've used it a lot during the COVID 19 crisis to do live Drive-In church services. Glad to help!

[@stephendarrell2165]

I HAVE A BEHRINGER MIXER THANK YOU FOR YOUR VERY GOOD INPUT VERY GOOD.

[@proclaimav4197]

You're welcome!

[@HabasaNicholas-lf3tc]

much respect in explaining

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks!

[@TheASMRAngel]

Thank you for this video, really easy to understand

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks!

[@kraniumpo]

Thank you for good explanation

[@fatcuffy]

Excellent, easy to understand and 100% relevant. Outstanding. Thanks man!

[@proclaimav4197]

No prob J.

[@kingdomdrummer]

I don't know how much to thank you for this. It's been such a help in learning this. Wow I'm grateful

[@proclaimav4197]

You are Super welcome!

[@Longuncattr]

Thank you for putting this video up. I've never used a mixer, but at least I'll have an idea of what to do when I eventually get one.

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome! Hope it helps a lot of people.

[@geoffwalker888]

Very comprehensive explanation - thanks.

[@proclaimav4197]

👍

[@john.rc.3274]

Thank you for this. Just got a XenyX X1222USB which has much less functionality than the Xenyx QX2442 USB, however this video was still very helpful in explaining many of the functions that ARE on the X1222 for this noobie. Thanks again.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad I could help!

[@Samfirst32]

Good job explaining the different knobs

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jimc3786]

Great vid man. . .exactly what I needed to get started. Thanks!

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it helped!

[@autumnknight8710]

Excellent presentation and item descriptions.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dannyhorne9448]

Many thanks for this video, planning on buying a Behringer X1622USB soon (my first mixer) so everything you've said is totally relevant

[@proclaimav4197]

My pleasure!

[@dleauga]

Awesome tutorial!! Articulated well… not boring and stuck on any one point too long! You’re the man!! More please!!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks. That means a lot. I'm not trying to hit any magic length. I personally don't like KZbinrs who go on and on and on... I understand why they do it but I'm trying to be helpful, not grow a channel. 😁

[@mikealbright2470]

I knew I shouldn't have watched this! Leaves mine seriously lacking! lol Very well explained. Great job. Nice mixer as well. I've had a few Behringer products over the last 10 years and always had good luck with them.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful! I've had very good luck with the newer Behringer gear. Ever since they open their own factory, they have better control over the quality. Check out "Music Group City."

[@sandeepsreehari9188]

This is one of the most useful videos on KZbin. Thank you very much !!

[@proclaimav4197]

You're very welcome!

[@Bopha.11]

This is an amazing video, thank you so much!!!!!!

[@proclaimav4197]

You're so welcome!

[@buke240877]

Thanks for the video Tim! I've been muddling through using my Behringer 1832fx for years without really understanding the sub group or Aux mixes. Great video 👍🏻

[@proclaimav4197]

Great to hear!

[@none0839]

Wow. A straight-forward explanation. Thanks for the video.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@williamli4422]

Dude you were so patient and informative, hope you hit 1k sub soon!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks William! Subs just keep growing everyday so I think I will. Thanks for watching.

[@alferfoot1861]

Enjoyed this ..clear explanation and demo as the video goes

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rteminence]

Thank you for this detailed explanation.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FairweatherBlues-Band71322]

Great video, I have Behringer Xenyx X2442USB. I just picked up an EV Subwoofer, How can I connect my EV-ELX200-12PS active Subwoofer to the Behringer. Thank you.

[@proclaimav4197]

Excellent! shouldn't be a problem. There are a couple ways you could do this. If you have an available post fader aux mix, you can use it to feed a sub. The good part of this is that you only need to send channels to the sub that have low frequencies. This is generally called "Aux fed Subwoofer." The other way is use the subgroup output. This will let you assign just the channels you want. Don't forget to the use the assignment button on those channels to send it to right subgroup.

[@bugdozer]

Nice vid, very helpful. Thank you!

[@proclaimav4197]

No problem!

[@vtjmproductionsusa2390]

Thank you, a lot of great knowledge. Great video and Great content 👍

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KyleStreetMusic]

This was really helpful. Thank you for this.

[@proclaimav4197]

You're so welcome!

[@darrellalonge7960]

very informative and easy to understand

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lebo8877]

Great job. Very clear

[@proclaimav4197]

Thank you!

[@lindsey2073]

Thank you for doing this!! This is very helpful and you're really good at explaining these concepts in a simple, understandable way :)

[@proclaimav4197]

You're so welcome!

[@phumlamabuza3453]

Thank you for your saved playlist. Really helped to find what I was looking 👌 for

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rustar00]

Very well organized and informative.

[@proclaimav4197]

Appreciate that!

[@retreatatmountainsky4863]

Thank you

[@proclaimav4197]

You're quite welcome, glad to be helpful.

[@bradleyomega7589]

Wow I have really learnt a lot from this video and am really grateful 🙏

[@proclaimav4197]

Excellent!

[@admiretarasana621]

This is very insightful I have learnt a lot thank you

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@axegrindin]

thank you for making this video!

[@proclaimav4197]

You are Super welcome!

[@BearHands31]

Thanks! That was very helpful! I’m not a “sound guy”, but I do end up setting up the sound board for the band I’m in. We have a similar mixer, the X1832USB by Behringer. I was always confused by how to route sound to our speakers and monitors. We have 2 mains, and up to 3 monitors. You have helped clear that up a little bit.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it helped clear things up!

[@BibleBeltBlues]

This is Excellent. Thanks so much. Learned a lot. "Untinkered with" I think is a very appropriate description I think... :)

[@proclaimav4197]

Yes, I enjoy making up my own words occasionally...😁

[@HouseCatTV]

This was really helpful, thank you.

[@proclaimav4197]

You're very welcome!

[@ChildOfTheGrave]

Been looking for help with mixers, thanks a lot for this great guide!

[@proclaimav4197]

Yay!

[@JayJay9j]

Great stuff bro

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks!

[@SuAmigoElilegal]

Question on LEds indicator. Do this lights Indictators indicate just decibels levels or do they also indicate volume levels, let's say if I have 2 instruments on 2 different channels , if both leds indicate 4 ,do they also mean they are at the same level control ?

[@proclaimav4197]

Indeed it does. I use my meters to set my gain, so I have roughly the same level for everything. Then, I use my faders to set the final levels (because sometimes you will want less cowbell in your speakers.) 😉

[@pbenson56fran]

Question, is the mixer capable of using an in ear monitor wireless or wired? Thank you very much

[@proclaimav4197]

Yes, i should do both without a problem. Thanks for watchin!

[@wolfgangdevries127]

Thanks for the video!

[@proclaimav4197]

No Problem 👍

[@samuelrajkumar4975]

Thanks Bruh... I've gotten myself into streamlining audio video at church...so, building up on my basic working knowledge of AV stuff and trying to help out....I got a LOT of theory from your video which would help me move on constructively.... Thanks again, a ton.....

[@proclaimav4197]

You got this!

[@jamescox1750]

Tim, Thanks very much for putting together this awesome video. It really helped me understand my analog mixer. I have the Behringer Xenyx2222usb. Keep up the good work and I will follow all your videos.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gerbans23]

Thanks a lot this is what I am looking for. This lockdown encourage me to learn mixing I just got a used Behringer SL2443FX-Pro and similarly I can now apply what I have learned from your video. Regards and keep safe.

[@proclaimav4197]

Nice! Glad I could help your lockdown learning and happy mixing. 😃

[@davidlloyd9598]

Such a good explanation. I've just purchased a qx1832 usb mixer and this has helped me a great deal.

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome, glad it was helpful! Thanks for watchin'.

[@couchcamperTM]

@@proclaimav4197 I just found this video because I was got a x2222usb mixer for a small amount and want to connect it to my umc1820. the latter works great, but on my xenyx only 2 knobs seem to have any impact xD I really hope your vid helps me to understand what I am doing wrong (or if the mixer is just broken) I hope it's my fault.

[@mo8748]

You say don't have the low cut filter on for recorded music but with todays ultra low bass on some tracks it can and does shut down my sub woofer to protect if its left off! Also you could get damage !

[@proclaimav4197]

You can definitely do that, however most of my viewers aren't playing back EDM or other super low stuff. 😛

[@totally80sbandsd]

Excellent video! I do have one question. We are using 2 monitor mixes and I would like to send reverb to one of them. I can get the reverb on the mains with no problem but I can’t seem to get it on the monitor.

[@proclaimav4197]

Unfortunately not Tony. The only FX routing options are Mains or Subgroups 1/2 or 3/4. Thanks for watchin'!

[@jfmax2000]

Hey Bruh ☺😎 Great Job Giving Them The Basics on an Analog Mixer.. In The Digital Age This is a Much Needed Video for Some.. They Do Need to Have an Understanding of Where it All Began. So Big Ups to You Sir ☺😎👊💯

[@proclaimav4197]

It's amazing to me how many digital mixer users are completely confuzled by an analog board.

[@jfmax2000]

@@proclaimav4197 I'm Hearin Ya Bruh 💯

[@vewilli]

This is a very good video, super overview of an analog mixer! Thanks! 👍🏻👏🏻

[@proclaimav4197]

My pleasure!

[@allymilien1965]

Great tutorial.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thank you!

[@santiagobetancur6643]

Thank you sir! God bless you

[@proclaimav4197]

You are very welcome

[@w1png_alt]

This is a really great and simple to understand video. Thank you for making it!

[@proclaimav4197]

You're very welcome!

[@cav8000]

Excellent video. Well done. Very helpful.

[@proclaimav4197]

Super! Thanks for watching.

[@hakangurdol]

Main insert plus 8 channel inserts looks a good choice for hybrid environment.

[@proclaimav4197]

Its one of the reasons I picked it. 😉

[@hakangurdol]

@@proclaimav4197 im now intrested on Midas Dm12, at work i have Mackie onyx 48 analog

[@Sams911]

just bought the SSL SiX and I'm so excited to master it! I just don't want to pay $13000 for a 9 month "sound engineer" course!

[@proclaimav4197]

That is a very nice unit! Enjoy the new toy!

[@flashborn-band]

Thank you. Very helpful!

[@proclaimav4197]

You're welcome!

[@gustavomelo4998]

Love the video! How can I setup a talk back mic

[@proclaimav4197]

Talk back from the stage or the from the mix position just require you to use an additional input channel on the mixer. Simply use the controls to route the mic where you want it. (Keeping the Main Fader down of course.) You can use PFL to listen from headphones or use a pre-fader aux mix to talk back on monitors for example.

[@gustavomelo4998]

Thank you so much

[@rickgca7]

Thanks for making this video bro, I have a mixer Just like the one in this video. I have a waaay better understanding now. Thanx bud

[@proclaimav4197]

No problem Rick, Thanks for watching!

[@Godluvsu2316]

A novice saying thanks. Much appreciated.

[@proclaimav4197]

No problem!

[@michaeljames1759]

Great Video!!❤

[@proclaimav4197]

Thank you!!

[@abrmykrh242]

You deserve to have a million views, this is very helpful. Thank you for this video.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks for your kind words and I'm happy you found it helpful.

[@donganewattage5950]

Thanks a lot Tim! You are very clear in your instructions and very knowledgeable. It was very helpful!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks Don! Glad it was helpful and thanks for checking it out.

[@kathryndonohue8232]

Would an insert be something like a chorus box pedal that would be used to have an effect on a guitar or vocal? Thanks.

[@proclaimav4197]

For the most part, it's used for outboard compressors, reverbs or effects units. Most pedals are used between the guitar and the amp or direct box.

[@rickgca7]

Appreciate you taking the time to explain all this, definitely a big help to me. Keep doin what your doin.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad to help. 😀

[@twinklingstar6853]

Could you please explain abt the PFL button when to use it for recording or online feeding

[@proclaimav4197]

PFL (Pre Fader Listen) will route the audio to your headphone. It shouldn't affect your recording or Livestream feed, unless you're using your headphones output to feed these which I don't recommend. This board has an analog RCA record output which will not be affected by PFL and will mirror the levels of your main mix. I have a I a video explaining several different ways to connect your mixer for Livestream kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3Oqf4eFZZWhrcksi=JGgF79sAmRI2cjcd You might also find this video helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIvLiGiFj6hnpsUsi=BgJ7jGR75RtN-T9K.

[@scostie]

Awesome video. Very informative and much appreciated.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks Scott. Glad I could help.

[@discoverdevlin2289]

Awesome video. Set fader first of gain for gain structure? Many thanks

[@proclaimav4197]

Some do, some don't. Check out Part 2 where I show how to use PFL to set gain. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHTZc5qEaLStmKM

[@discoverdevlin2289]

@@proclaimav4197 thanks so much!

[@yerboydame2128]

This video helped me so much! Thanks so much for making these tutorials man!

[@proclaimav4197]

Happy to help!

[@izziOnBass]

I bought the same mixer and found it had an manfucturing error as the current for led bulbs is audible with audio signal - this can only be heard by good set of headphones only. I then returned and got another brand. Thanks for the video it is very informative.

[@proclaimav4197]

Sorry to hear that you got a bad one. Glad the video was helpful!

[@btechstuff]

Awesome video. I am looking to add an in ear monitor. Where would I add that so that the pastor only hears the output from a specific mic (like on the board)?

[@proclaimav4197]

Hi Bryan. I would use an Aux mix for that situation. For example if you use Aux 1, then you can plug Aux 1 output into your in-ear transmitter.

[@sinyitsang9598]

Thank you very much for this video! I’m trying to understand how to use the mixer at my church and this helps a lot! Much love from Hong Kong ❤️

[@proclaimav4197]

Excellent! Glad it was helpful.

[@fulani5]

Great and very helpful video..i was expecting for fx explanation,how to..thanks a lot anyway!

[@proclaimav4197]

Check out Part 2 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHTZc5qEaLStmKM Thanks for watchin'!

[@theofficialgamingnation]

You just hit 1K, I was your last subscriber to make you hit it. Good job!

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome! Thank you! 😁

[@masterofstyles9362]

This video is easily the best I’ve found so far to explain the functions of this board. I purchased this same mixer on the advice from some musician friends for my 16 year old son’s garage band. You’ve given me a point of reference to get started and to go back to if I run into any trouble. Now I just need to figure out how to plug everything into the right places so I can start tinkering with it! They will have 3 instrument mics along with the singer’s mic going into the board, and 2 powered mains and 2 powered monitors coming out…plus a 1000w Crown power amp to power this passive mixer. Do you have any videos made to demonstrate connections? Or any website that you’d recommend? Regardless, thanks for this video! It’s sure to help a ton!

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful. I'm assuming you have passive speakers since you have an amplifier? If you have powered speakers (that you have to plug into the wall) you don't need an amp at all. I don't have a setup video for passive speakers and amps. Maybe I should make one...🤔 Audio University has a good video here using powered speakers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6fEkmeVbJVlm68

[@masterofstyles9362]

No, my son’s band has powered speakers. The guy that recommended this mixer told me I’d need a power amp, but THEIR band might use passive speakers? I assumed the mixer itself was passive…good to know, thanks!

[@Hartproduktie]

thanks a lot now this is a good explanation helped me a lot

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome. Glad to help.