How to Setup and Use a Mixer

I explain how I setup and use my mixer to route my audio signals into my computer, using my interface. Hope this helps everyone who asked how I do it.

[@jetmould]

Thanks for the video...this was great achievable advice in your tutorial. In addition, I appreciated the fact that you are using affordable equipment. Not all of us can afford the over-the-top setups.

[@hannahswann747]

Thanks so much for taking the time out if your life to record a post such a helpful vid for newbies like us. You're a kind creature and intelligent, sweet guy xox

[@2HAMMERS1]

I was JUST about to type what you typed. Seen what this guy did and banged my head onto my desk ouff, this will leave a mark.

[@zooropa33]

@@2HAMMERS1 This is not good advice - I'm sure its well intentioned but his set up is simply awful. Wish people who don't know what they are doing left the advice to those that do. Its does more harm than good, however well intentioned. His cable set up is a perfect example of how not to set up. Really, i don't think he missed anything off the "don't do" list.

[@2HAMMERS1]

@@zooropa33 I cannot see what I typed is somewhere here

[@mikeschumacher9715]

Glad I came across this. I just picked one up from a friend needing money. Decided to mix some mics onto my drums. I also caught the fact you lose stereo when using male to male but that is easily fixed. Thanks for the start up....

[@ooo000ooo00o0o0o0o0o]

I like how everyone complains about this video. Yet this video has helped more than all the videos and all the comment trolls that are on youtube.

[@dylanw8487]

+vlad smothesbeuger this video is gangster for sure!!!!!!!!!!

[@dharmakissoon]

good could be better

[@hedegaard8]

vlad smothesbeuger I loll’ed when I heard the ridiculous “working man studio” as if it was Abbey Road studios or some such professional studio. Couldn’t take anything seriuosly after that.

[@dylanw8487]

thanks dude it took me forever to find a video that actually answered my question

[@CeasarElloie]

This was the best tutorial I've found. .Easy to understand.

[@marshallbuildingmaintenanc2511]

OUTSTANDING PRESENTATION Easy to follow. Well Done.

[@NiteRythemzRadio]

i got one of these and they are awesome. using it for a live band. puts out very strong.

[@oscarinhoxD]

Cool, I really like the video, i understood more about hooking everything up. Now I'm ready to record! Thanks!

[@mikes6305]

You have no idea how much I appreciate this video, I have a lot of questions about these and this pretty much explains most of them. The only question I have is about speakers. Where would you connect studio monitors, and can you use regular speaker cabinets with these boards and use it live?

[@morrisman64]

This video was very helpful thanks!!

[@exmenreaper9249]

+Morrisman Smith dont do what he did for the output to his computer that's totally wrong.

[@JesusChristlovesLamar]

Christ bless. I've been looking for someone to explain the channel strip in a short simple video. Thanks. Have a great one.

[@TSquadRVing]

Thank you this video help me!

[@Gamersroundtable]

Thanks for the video. Much appreciated

[@TheLtlpxru]

thanks for this tutorial this is very useful to me!!

[@deanc2000]

How do you incorporate a hardware mixer when recording and mixing a song using a DAW?

[@kargeorge]

Thanks for the video!

[@coachsambroome]

Great information. I’m putting together a small multimedia home studio. And I was wondering how to hookup my X1222USB to my UMC404. Any info would be greatly appreciated

[@Manofmanytallets]

when this goes into the mac does each channel on the mixer show the same on garageband for example be able to adjust one channel on garageband separately after recording

[@THEDANCINDJTRIVIAL]

the soundcard is for a timecode setup i.e. vinyl turntables or cdjs, it allows you to use those with your computer

[@bocaburgler]

this actually helped thanks

[@AlonTubeOn]

ill be the first to be happy that people are making there own music.. and its awesome that it works for this guy.. nonetheless i believe that this isn't the best way for beginners to Get started..

[@EatThatShrimp007]

Awesome tutorial dude.

[@hilaryvideoandmusic]

any setup is a good setup. thanks for sharing, workingman!

[@zooropa33]

No its not! What a ridiculous comment. The only good set up is a correct one. This set up is not good.

[@flaviopresutti]

Hey! Thanks for these! I have a doubt... i got to record to my Tascam DR-05 ... if I connect the output with the mic entry at the recorder... will be correct? Thanks!!

[@Riker-eq2yv]

Super instructional video,,, thanks for posting it,,, it sure saved me lots of time

[@hamidcharghi6329]

Steven Richards

[@Alexandru642]

eeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@c3arthur]

@WorkingManStudios: this is a good video... and you are very correct in calling them RCA's. Composite/RCA/RGB are all correct names; Don't let anyone put you down brother. Keep on keeping on

[@diegolara4202]

For Windows PC users, I recommend Mixcraft 7 as the recording software. Its affordable and very easy to use.

[@djpaul146]

Great video I'm using the behringer pmh 3000

[@markunderwood4610]

Cheers mate lovely job

[@StaciaHepburn]

Very helpful - thank you

[@TheDgerman104]

Great tutorial, thanks!! :-) David

[@rogermxmty]

Good observation, it all went down from there....I've seen straight mono RCA to 1/4 cable adapters. The less connections, the better.

[@Stilichos]

Could I get a mixing board like this, and then connect it to something like a Scarlett 2i2? I like my audio interface and it seems like it does the same thing as that little red box, (thanks for the tutorial, it was pretty good!)

[@sammeiii]

Thanks for you anticipated help

[@dancefixmusic]

@Mozart1220 I agree. I've had my mixer for years and didnt even realise my xenyx 2222fx came with a USB connection box thingy. I hooked it up recently and found it to be very noisy. Needless to say I went back to my usual method of left & right RCA(Phono) connection from the mixer into a small single stereo jack on the line-in of my Yamaha SW1000XG Soundcard. Originally I had a Sound Blaster AWE32 with Yamaha DB50XG daughterboard plugged in, I've still got them too! Those were the 486 days.

[@Manofmanytallets]

so can you multitrack on it

[@ronabdulghani2995]

could we figure or change the drum sound into more different sounds in the mixer after we set drum mics?

[@KIRPRADIOSHOW]

thx this was helpful!

[@edubyahmusic]

Could you connect it to a pre amp with just one XLR cable instead of 2?

[@Mattguitarman1234]

I got the UB1222 FX pro, I love it!!!

[@josephsaroce4991]

Where would you connect multiple efx units like reverb delay efx processor...do you string in series to a single out put into input on mixer?

[@GGLiveSession]

have and audio interface which only has 2 inputs and I want to record a live gig with all the tracks(all instruments) on my daw so I can be able to mix them later, how do I go about it? Thanks

[@thomassynths]

I'm confused. It looked like you used a M-M TS cable (mono signal) to join your stereo female jacks (from mixer to interface). Shouldn't you be using a M-M TRS cable instead? Am I missing something? (At around 4:10 in video.)

[@orbitairify]

can you assign different channels on mixer to tracks on DAW with this method?

[@milanantonovic7947]

hey, if i connect my mixer into u-control (behringer UCA222), can i record with all the inputs or just with one? Please answer me, i need help. Dont know how to record 9 tracks at the same time and my mixer doesnt have USB output. THANK YOU for any advice!

[@losteden]

hi, and if i like to conect a powered speaker in chanel 1? you say micro or guitar?? and speakers no? thanks

[@GhostDogMusic]

I use a line 6ux2 to record my guitar along with cubase can I still ad a mixer to give me more control instead of using a mouse all the time ?

[@FIRSTtimeGAMER22]

im confuced i ordered a mic and i want to get the best out off it and i have a mixer collecting dust and i was thinking if i hook it up to my laptop for a better sound buuuuut i dont own one of those secon boxes so i thought if i clould maybe do a direct connection from the mixer (where the mic is connected to trew xlr) to my sound jack 3.5 mm. Could you help?

[@Subparanon]

Yep. That plug he used is made to connect guitar effects together in a chain.

[@basfoor]

many thanks !

[@TheTopDogGaming]

Is there a way to set it up so one channel is just for music and one channel Is just for a game and another for Skype or something like that? So you can change the volume of them when in game instead of having to go to the desk top and do it that way. Thanks

[@DeAngeloDixon]

So as of recording vocals, would i plug two 1/4's into the main out?

[@gabelossusthe4th]

when you control volume, u want to set the slider to "unity" or "U" or "O" depending on the mixer and use the gain as the control. you can blow the speakers out otherwise.

[@Minecraft622]

Quality video, been looking everywhere to find one for beginners like me. One question, would you have to put your headphones into the phones slot into the mixer if setting it up like this to your computer? Or would you put your headphones regularly in your computer slot? Thanks.

[@Minecraft622]

So basically put your headphones in either: UCA222 Slot, Mixer Phones Slot, or the main computer slot, but I guess I'll find out anyway xDD

[@DJSephEntertainment]

Can I hook up two powered subwoofers that be able to independently adjust the volume up the subs and top cabinets?

[@n0166]

How do I use a mixer to mix an almost finished track. For example if the track is all finished how do I use the mixer to change the volumes/ mix the tracks?

[@iTzDaNiiLo]

Nice video WMS. Radioshack is so overpriced. I would never buy my cables and adapters there unless is my LAST option

[@alfredotafoya8658]

greetings .... I would like to know if you have any tutorial to disassemble and clean the fadders ... I have noise problems and false contacts ... thanks.

[@Moses_Kanneh]

how would i record two mics at the same time on different channels, like multi-micing an acoustic guitar or guitar amp?

[@esthyk175]

do I need speakers for the sound that is coming out of the mixer or I could just use my headphones?

[@MaliUromastyx94]

I use direct-input on this same model mixer to record my guitar. I go from the headphone jack to my guitar amp so that I can hear myself play as I record. The only issue I have is that I cannot hear the mixer's effects as I'm playing.....but they work bc the recorded audio has the effects. How do I make it so that the effects can be heard while I play, not just on the recording itself? Help please & thank you!!

[@maggottron333]

Does this machine record tracks through each interface separately and can be controlled as such as well?

[@alienvolt7741]

hey just a question my mixers main level is picking up the beat i can see how it rieses during the kick, know how i can fix this so it only rieses with my voice ??

[@apologiamixer]

Will the Beh 222 solve the problem of having a bad soundcard? I use Adobe Audition multitract but have not found a good soundcard to work with my Windows 7.

[@hmartirosyan]

Hi dude, thanks for the video, it helped me. What mixer would you suggest if I need 4-5 channels, and it would be great to have noise gate and reverb in mixer? Thanks.

[@AndMoe]

is there any way to cue headphones for various channels in this mixer? I know it sounds wierd but I have a reason for it.

[@NicoleOConnor]

I just bought a mixer for my microphone to record sound & connect to my computer. But it doesn't have a volume slider or a mute or main button or volume preamp :/ how do I connect it to my pc computer & produce & record sound?

[@Mozart1220]

I find it slightly noisy for recording, but maybe that's just the way I hook it up. I'm kind of "old school" simple. I go from the tape out to the "stereo line in" on my sound card. (Sound Blaster Live) I love the Chorus/Reverb effect #53 for vocals and it makes my Ovation Adamas 12 string sound AMAZING.

[@kjemradio]

Monitors are the mains typically. Either XLR or 1/4" jacks are used for those speakers. Record out and record in using the RCA connections would be better.

[@singsingoffer]

the mixer im getting is the Behringer XENYX X1222USB and since it has a usb connection from the back of it to the computer will i still need the RCA cables and the uca 222?

[@MattCo628]

xenyx 802 + at2020 + UCA222 = good sound? or should i just return the 802 and get the focusrite itrack solo?

[@devil262786]

hey what's going on good video would you mind putting a link to where to buy the cables

[@ChrisEzeani]

Hey nice video. I have a Behringer XENYX 1002B with just 4 condenser mics. Can you please do a setup of the Behringer XENYX 1002B mixer if you have one?? Thanks

[@LadyonKeys]

I have a RQ 200 PV mixer. It has a RCA Main Out and 1/8 main out right next to the RCA input. Under the SEND there are MONITOR and EFFECTS inputs. It's notmuch else to mention. It's a six channel board with a 1/4 inch headphone jack. I hope this helps THANKS MUCH!!

[@tmitchable]

can I be able to hoop top desktop speaker to the mixer ?

[@NotesBags]

Great vid. I have a Tascam DP-02CF hooked up to my mac. I record into the Tascam but it only has limited EQ adjustments and no effects at all. What would you recommend I get to run into the Tascam to give me these capabilities? I use Sony Acid for mixing but it's effects aren't great. I'd like to tweak the sound before it leaves the console and gets uploaded into the software. Hope you can help. Thanks.

[@88s10Durango]

Okay so how do I go from Pc line out ( -10db ) to a balanced Xlr + 4db inputs on my Peavey PV 900 amplifier ? I tryed some adapters but the signal is not boosted up to the required + 4db and hardly any volume was the out come , I just want to use the Pc volume controll as a preamp to controll the outputted volume on the amplifier . thanks ...

[@rgjoelleoj]

can i use tape out to record on a recording device?

[@ogleash8635]

How can I hook up my behringer mixer to work with my digi 002 rack??

[@11sandeepverma]

very nice

[@halfbakednignog]

@DaBlackBooks Have you got any phono leads going from the tape out of your mixer into the left/ right input jacks on the back of your computer/soundcard?

[@MarkMarvin1983]

I have a behringer eurorack ub1832fx-pro. mine has a monitor slider and mono output. i just plug a guitar cord in and adapt down to my computers mic jack. its worked for me so far but i still want to try the Audiophile 192 pci card. because ASIO is a lot better than a mono mic input right?

[@precisionbrown6829]

I love this mixer but I was wondering how many watts it has?

[@notfauxnooz]

@Unplugged704 Use 2 mics - you'll connect each mic to its own channel. be sure to separate the mics by some distance to get an adequate stereo dimensional effect. You might also look to find a STEREO Mic (esentially 2 mics together) - you will still have to connect each channel (LEFT & RIGHT) to separate input MIC channels to get stereo. You'll also need to make sure you are routing the appropriate MIC to to the appropriate LEFT and RIGHT channel to get the effect.

[@Diegosaurio]

hello, at 00:42 Main out , can I plug that to a passive speaker?

[@Jetski270]

with that set up to the computer, can you use a DAW in conjuction with the mixer ?

[@zooropa33]

Yes you can.

[@DaBlackBooks]

this was very very very helpfull ive been all day trying to install my mixer and u helped me alot, now i just have one question, my mixer is also an interface and it has a midi to usb output, when I install it on my adobe audition software it starts recording but it stays silent, what can I do? i can hear me talking on the mic and i can hear the mix on my headphones but i cant make it appear in the recording

[@SANDIEGOROOTS619TM]

i have a behringer ub1204 mixer, numark 3ch mixer but wanted to know how to hok it up since it has 1/4 cables and xlr inputs etc... im trying to put the behringer mixer, stereo phono amp, numark mixer, gemini power amp, yamaha reverb unit and xlr stage mix to all be hooked up, i have 12 PA subwoofer and mids, can anyone help???

[@NerdyIndustries]

if your using a usb interface do u need to press usb thru to get the stuff from the mixer onto the pc?

[@DennisMathias]

Adapters don't affect the sound. Not if they're half way decent. Forget that. But there is such a thing as hardware disease. Those devices can fail. But almost never. Adapters are part and parcel in this business. Very good demo! I would have liked to see an explanation of the level led's, how to use the inserts, and the pre's as well as subs.

[@anthonyguada]

By using USB do you loose control of you sound card, also is there any delay

[@sammeiii]

Great video... Thanks. I have one question though..What's the purpose of the UCA - 222 since I know you can connect your mixer directly to your computer?

[@rockolav]

hi my auido interface hasnt got red and white inputs its a line 6 ux2.....but it has line inputs...is thst the same ????? thanx great video

[@noahrairdon5133]

this vid was awesome than you so much

[@THASICKBOYzENT]

ayyy bro i have a behringer xynex 802 and a m-audio fast track with the singel mic input with 48v...how would i coonect the mixer to my m-audio because in the back it just has one red and one white outputs and the usb concctor and the 48v siwtcher????

[@sfrerku]

I tried a more basic program (cool edit pro 2.1) and it detects only the left input... but cubase detected both...(or did it only assume there should be another one because of the stereo setting?) I'm confused...help please!

[@scusmcsgt]

That was a pretty darn good, informative video..thx... I have two questions 1. In a live situation, will you connect to your computer this way, while using the XLR outputs to your mains ? 2. On your mixer, you have 12 channels, but only 4 XLR inputs. Can you explain why and how to use the channels with no XLRs. Why do they combine the channels where there are no XLRs, and what are they used for. I'm trying to learn about mixers and have not found the answer to this question.Thx

[@TheUshijinx]

Hi Bird, I had the same issue with my yamaha mg166 usb mxer. even though its a 16 channel mixer, all channels would be converted into one track while using the usb output on my mixer into cubase. i recommend getting an m audio delta 1010 soundcard, $200 new i picked mine up for $100 of craigslist. this will allow you to record and send each channel as a separate track into your recording software.

[@lauraodea9140]

does it come with the plugs that you have