How to use a Behringer 1204FX mixer for live sound reinforcement

[@Schnuffelmonster]

Best video about the Behringer 1204FX so far. He doesn't only talk but demonstrates all the functions and features in a very clear and understandible way! Excellent job!

[@stevenstewart3414]

This is by far the best instructional video I've found on using a Behringer mixer. My model is a slightly different, but the information that you presented still covers almost everything I wanted to know. You did a fabulous job! Thank you so much!

[@clefranc8823]

I'm a projectionist at a movie theater that hosts a lot of private events, presentations, etc., that require multiple mics set up through the cinema speakers for our clients. I wanted to tell you this video has been an absolute godsend. I had no idea how to use the mixer properly until I looked up tutorials and followed yours to the T; I've finally been able to cut out/minimize all the pesky feedback issues that have been plaguing me! Thanks! Much appreciated.

[@jintannebril6384]

no bs and straight to the point, quick and informative. the way tutorials should be. good job!

[@viktorashf]

im totally new to mixers. this is the best explanational video i've watched so far. i've been watching videos for few months now ;). HUGE thank you for your time and efford!!!

[@amyklatch2721]

I just had the exact same feeling! This is the best video I've watched!

[@remeshreji848]

I am also new to mixers. Thank u very much. I believe, i could understand something. But, practical experience makes..... Perfect.

[@chandananilhandalugoda6496]

Thank you so much for really detailed but concise presentation. I hope Behringer will use your presentation as an official demonstration of the unit. I was using this for years, but today, I understood every bit of the operation. Grate, keep it up your good work. Eng. Chandana Dalugoda

[@DebErney]

Very well done. Clean, concise, to the point with loads of information that was presented well.

[@useeatruplaya]

I definitely agree this is by far the best video on how to actually use the x1204 I have seen yet. I wasted a lot of time figuring it out little by little. Had I found your video initially I would have gotten up to speed exponentially quicker!!!! Hope all find this video first in their quest to understand how to use this mixer.

[@Spoonhandle]

+useeatruplaya Agreed. Finally found a video that goes through and thoroughly explains the features, buttons, knobs, etc..

[@jimbobs1951]

Great explanation and demonstration of this mixer. I have one for a few years and learned more from this demo than any manual. Many many thanks.

[@CommishsPlace]

Excellent tutorial on getting around the board and understanding how each of the features work independently and with each other. This was a huge help to me in learning how to use this mixer for home and live recording.

[@jrenrob]

I started watching this video to learn where the volume controls were for the XLR input jacks coming from a cd player. I found my answer and so much more. I have had this unit for awhile but have never really sat down to understand all the controls. I thank you so much for the video !!!!

[@MDTV3]

+Jackie Roberts Thanks for taking the time to say you liked it. Dean

[@reggie8154]

Perfect tutorial. i wish i had found this video first. Other videos show the buttons and knobs but don't show what they do and how to use them. this was perfect. thank you

[@popcycleism]

This video is a perfect example that entices anyone to purchase this because your breakdown on how to use this in under 15 min was SPOT ON. This was exactly what I needed to upgrade from the Q802. You have just "upsaled" for this company. Hope you are getting some ad dollars from them. I just need to figure out how to mix multiple record tracks from a pc music mixer. Thank you.

[@krstinasokaroska5693]

So did you figure out how to mix multiple record tracks from a pc music mixer if you can tell me ?

[@rhylcomedyclub597]

This video is really useful, the 1204 can be quite confusing, I'm glad I have one but watching this video has cleared so much up for me. Thanks

[@chandananilhandalugoda6496]

I have same Behringer mixer and your video was a grate lesson. Please keep up your grate work. Many Thanks.

[@171Mestree]

The way you present it makes it look as easy as easy can be. Thank you !

[@keithakola]

Very easy to understand video! I'm buying one today. This should be on the manufacturer website!

[@dan3510]

Mr. Jackman is that you?! Seriously, this was incredibly helpful! Thank you!

[@klausmadsen3639]

Great thanks. Best instructions I have ever heard for anything here on youtube! Wish more people would make it like this, thanks again, much appreciated.

[@kevinmagee8437]

This is excellent. I learned so much. Thank you.

[@sharonparten8556]

Kevin Magee

[@walterglanton530]

Great vid best by far

[@dazecm]

Great overview. I have the X1622USB mixer and this cleared up a lot of questions I had that the manual did not make clear. Thanks.

[@dudenwatschn8312]

Wow, one of the best Gear rundowns I've seen! Good job explaining all of the functions "noob-friendly" You couldn't get a better explanation anywhere else!

[@JNITLOST]

Best tutorial I have found for my old Eurorack 2004A

[@LIVEWIREMEDIAENT]

I have the X1622USB .... I guess the same instructions apply ? This is a very comprehensive video . Thank you!!!

[@MDTV3]

Hi, All mixers are pretty much build on these basic principles, with the bigger unit there are more channels, more AUXes etc. 1 unique thing that is different on bigger mixing desk is when they have parametric EQs, these take some people a while to get the hang of.

[@edwinabreu7884]

I have a Behringer europower pmp3000 with no sound out, I can hear on headphone, not speakers.. Any idea of problem. Thanks in advance for your answer

[@beamerstrumpet]

I agree with everyone. this is a amazing tutorial. I have never been told how to use the dials and buttons, I just wing it on my old 802, I have one of these in my basket on amazon. SOLD

[@urosstucin4137]

Thanks a lot for this video guide. It is really what you need! Thanks and all the best and greetings from Slovenija.

[@orinocouk]

Superb video, splendid effort. Informative, concise, everything I needed to know. Thanks so much!

[@katoosh1]

Nice video very well done Behringer should hire you.

[@juanv.esquer429]

Thank you so much for your excellent video. Your instructions are clear and the demonstration for every knob and button is just awesome Keep on with your videos! Cheers!!

[@jaimevoxx2212]

Thanks a lot for your video! i was strugglin with the 1204 usb, but now i understand a bit how it works.

[@Safar1967]

i feel it is a head ache mixer

[@MDTV3]

Mixing is a headache! I don't mind these simple little mixer's they are easier to learn on but they are limited to what you can do.

[@wraianoraiano]

Thank you guys. I managed to get it working properly, I installed Cubase AI. USB connection is no longer a issue. Tks for you help. Cheers

[@carlrobinson5173]

Excellent explanation that I can easily transfer to my desk. Thanks.

[@grahamglass2024]

What a fantastic tutorial!! Brilliantly explained! Best I've heard on youtube :*)

[@MusicMeanderings]

Clear, concise and informative, thanks for posting!

[@danaplaza1]

Great demonstration, thanks a million.

[@mikeybugguns]

Thank you so much. I'm new to (AF)Audio,My Background is in the RF side of electronics and this is really helpful. Again Thank you for the great info.

[@DIY_Handyman]

Awesome video with heaps of info...Thanks!

[@pradeepsubedi]

Thank you very much for all the details. I have learned a lot!

[@lukeserrano62]

Excellent tutorial. I use this with my students.

[@robertorosales2022]

Great information about mixers! Thanks.

[@CowMeCow]

Amazingly Helpful Video!~^^ You covered it all!~ Thanks a million!

[@johndavis8886]

very helpful and to the point, many thanks

[@gedwards1241]

Great Job. You help me understand more of my X1204 and the function of the AUX. Keep up the good work... ;

[@PeterDad60]

Good presentation, thanks a lot!

[@Neverine78]

Nice tutorial, thanks so much for posting!

[@SILENTLY9]

I have one too its great , thanks for the video you did a good job ''''

[@woyopol]

Which one is better for karaoke recording at home and occassional karaoke parties? QX1222USB or QX1204? I don't need too many inputs, but I'd like to be able to record the performances too, PREFERABLY, with live voices affected by EFX processor, but the final mix signal sent to the computer without effects.

[@easyjohnny4320]

Using the Aux 1, what will happen if I use 1/4 TS instead of TRS? Tnx for the video.

[@RoyMackonkey]

Solid presentation mate cheers

[@LFC2458]

Fantastic, Thanks a lot. Very informative.

[@auliorosas3225]

An excellent explanation

[@Vittoria10538]

You don't know what a valuable find this is for me! I've had this mixer forever, but am configuring a new (for me) home studio and thought I might be able to use this for its preamp capability since I currently have no other external preamps and have just discovered that I need one. I'd like to send the signal from the Behringer 1204FX into my outboard dbx-266xs compressor, then route it back into the mixer; then into the Behringer FCA1616 audio interface and finally into the computer. Would this be the correct signal chain? Thanks loads!

[@MDTV3]

Hahaha I feel like as soon as I answer you I will get thousands of complaints from the purists :) Short answer, YES, there are a couple of ways to do it, most mixers including this one will allow you to INSERT an external device around the start of the chain (either pre or post trim/gain depending on the mixer's design). It's very easy to INSERT anything (compressor effects etc) if you are handy with the soldering iron you can make the cable yourself or buy one, it will have a standard 1/4" stereo plug one end and 2 1/4" mono plugs the other (one of the mono plugs will be your INPUT to your device & the other will be the OUTPUT from your device back to the mixer. Done!Email me if you want more specific help also look at www.homerecordingconnection.com/forum.php?action=view_thread&id=14905&frm=2

[@cokedownunder]

appreciated all the information, well done. I have a problem with mic and sound cutting out, any ideas as all is ok then suddenly all goes quiet ?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, Send me your email & I will try to help

[@Chanthuch90]

in the xenyx X1204USB there is a compressor knob. Please explain the use of of it.

[@MDTV3]

Hi, the 1 knob compressor is a strange beast (to anyone used to using a real compressor). I would highly recommend watching this guy's channel, kzbin.info very good at explaining things in detail. He has a tutorial on how the 1 knob compressor work here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6Gyi5aXiZinrq8

[@tomqelectronica]

Great video man loads of info

[@michaelwilson1493]

Since the mic inputs are mono does that mean it will only come out of one ear? Or does it mix into both?

[@huskyandhildie]

Great demo, thanks. I don't seem to have reverb in the monitors. Can you please explain how I can achieve that. I saw a video somewhere with those instructions but now can't seem to find it. If I recall correctly it instructed to use Aux Send 1 out to the monitors (which are daisy chained) and to connect a patch lead from Aux Send 2 to L Aux Return 1 ... is that correct. ...or is there a simpler solution? Cheers.

[@meinsonbabu]

Hi how can I use the effects in DAW for live performances as q1204 doesn’t have inbuilt effects .. thanks

[@branquinhopimentao]

Great presentation. congrats

[@shanep5121]

Excellent lesson. Thank you.

[@alphilips6212]

Very good. Thanks, mate.

[@william.2102]

excellent tutorial, thanks a lot!

[@chris_mastoroudes]

Hi there! Thank you for this! It is a great video. But i am doing everything right and as you say on the video to be able to listen to the FX (reverb) through the headphones and i still can't. I have the exact same model as you do, all the buttons are the same but i still can't hear the FX through the headphones. I'm talking about the build in FX and not any AUX FX. What am i doing wrong i wonder.

[@MDTV3]

Christos Mastoroudes Hi, please check the following: 1. Make sure Aux 2 (FX) is wound up (pointing straight up) on the input channel you are using. 2. Then make sure the Aux 2 Send is wound up (pointing straight up). 3 Make sure the Aux 2 return is wound up (pointing straight up) . 4. Make sure the effects send switch is up (sending FX to the main mix). If you still have trouble send me your email address and I can help you offline. Regards Dean

[@chris_mastoroudes]

Thank you so much! I got it right! You are awsome! :-)

[@MDTV3]

Christos Mastoroudes No Problem, glad to help.

[@Nomad_za]

Hi I am new to using this mixer. Is Aux 1 a stereo. I am not sure about the Aux return. The Alt 3 & 4 are they Left and Right? Or is each stereo?

[@Unplugged704]

so each channel level and master level should always be setter to 0, while setting (maxing out) the input gain level without clipping?

[@MrJUNNY7777]

Hi, thanks for your amazing tutorial !... I want to know if I can connect two main active speakers and two active monitors to one dbx 215s equalizer and how I do it? ..I'm going to use the xlr returns of the snake to connect the speakers and the monitors to the mixer (Mackie profx 16 Channels) what I need and where I put all the cables? and if I still use the aux knobs for the monitors?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, Happy to help out, send me what you are trying to achieve to my email address [e-mail] just trying to figure out what you want to do with the EQ, do you want to apply it to front of house as well as monitors at the same time? or just to vocals or something like that and secondary what are you trying to achieve with the EQ, ie does everything sound bad or something? or are you trying to EQ the room?

[@gamafor1]

Awesome vid, ty for all the info!

[@u47tube]

Yes, terrific demo. Others say "demo" but you actual DEMONSTRATE it. Can you or someone answer a question for me? What happens if I connect this to a USB port on my PC? Long story short, I messed up the onboard sound and have it disabled now. I do have a Tascam US-122 interface and I just bought a Behringer U-Phono Ufo202 Usb Audio Interface. So would I have to use one of those or could I just go direct USB?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, I have used one of those Behringer UFO202 USB sound cards & love them, pretty simple to use. I presume your question is in regards to the USB support on the newer Behringer mixers (not the one I did the review on) I haven't ever used one but I thought it was the same as using the UFO202? So you should be able to go straight out of the USB on the mixer into your PC. The Tascam interface is nice (nicer than the Behringer UFO202) So if you cant get the onboard USB to work either the UFO202 or the Tascam would be fine. Regards Dean

[@Giovanella-er6fw]

Any suggestion as to why all of the sudden my main mix/ VU meter stopped working even if I am getting power to the unit?

[@rekhashrestha5465]

is this a mono jack or stereo jack to use for a sub mixture and should another mixture also be usb mixture or normal mixture without audio interface can also be used?

[@gottabtheblues]

hi there i wonder if you could help me .. should i be able to hear the effects through the headphones when using mic 1 channel 1 and the controlls both at 12 any help gratefully accepted as i think my unit is faulty and need to return it as its new ..thanks

[@espencer83]

The best video out

[@samisbored23]

Because this only has one aux channel how would you connect two monitors to this and control what is in each one? My band has two monitors and we want to be able to control what is in each monitor, is this possible with only one aux 1 channel?

[@stuartheydon6323]

i believe you can still use the 2nd FX (internal) as a monitor output.

[@MDTV3]

Stuart Heydon Yes, Correct. Obviously you do it at the sacrifice of freely using your internal effects (unless what you want to output to that monitor is also what you want to apply effects to).

[@JamesBrighter]

Great information for novice users like me.

[@edwinabreu7884]

I have a Behringer europower pmp3000 with no sound out, I can hear on headphone, not speakers.. Any idea of problem. Thanks in advance for your answer

[@MDTV3]

Hi, it will most likely have to do with your routing setup, a cheat is to hit the send to master bus on the channel strip (assuming your outputs work & there is not a problem with the desk). Channel routing can get you confused really easy sometimes, more so on the larger boards with sub busses. So you have to route your channel strip to either a sub bus that is then routed to the master bus or a lot of mixers give you the option to route it straight to the master bus. If you PFL the output signal you are sending to the speakers do you hear anything? Feel free to email mail me if you need clarify. Regards Dean

[@ISH3000]

Hi, In a bedroom studio setup where Mics, monitors and headphones exist within close proximity (i.e: no dedicated vocal booth).. is there a way of driving sound to headphones only (during vocal recording ) without going through a connected set of monitors? I had a smaller mixer and the only way I could isolate sound away from my monitors was by physically disconnecting them from the mixer... And then reconnecting them during playback... Cheers

[@MDTV3]

Yep, there are a few options depending on how many headphones & how many different mixes you want. You can use the Behringer HA400 or I have used the Behringer MA400 which is pretty funky. Both Headphone Amplifiers are dirt cheap. Email me if you need specific help with any given setup. Regards Dean

[@ISH3000]

MDTV3 I had a basic set up, the USB mixer was primarily an audio interface to get sounds into my DAW (vocals) and then sounds out to my monitors. The DAW pretty much did everything else. During vocal recording, I found that the only way to eliminate the studio monitors was to power them down completely and then work from Studio headphones. ***Afew months ago my apartment got burgled and all my equipment got stolen.. Sooo am looking to rebuild anew, with options for expansion where live instruments can be incorporated and edited from the mixer's end but also within the DAW.*** I ll need a mixer that can allow me to independently control headphones on their own, and monitors separately - while operating within the same room (basically to avoid positive feedback) I love this mixer (x1222USB) just want to know more about before I commit. Cheers

[@MDTV3]

OK well you can use the desk to control the headphones, if you want multiple channels in the headphone independent to your main mix you can route everything thing through an AUX channel to the headphone amplifier

[@hillaryshingie]

excellent tutorial

[@jammer777]

If I have 2 channels in stereo from say a keyboard rig on stage and there is only 1 available channel to front of house PA what is the best way to combine the stereo signal on the mixer to a single summed mono signal to go out of the mixer to the house PA?

[@MDTV3]

At the risk of offending every keyboard player I suggest the following. Most keyboards will give you a mono mix down through the left output (make sure there is no plug in the right jack as it may not mix down to the left). Now to the offense, there is a fair bit of talk about phase issues when mixing down stereo samples, quite frankly keyboards in the music I have mixed were not the dominant instrument & as such I couldn't hear any issues nor the musicians/listeners. Unless you have Elton John (or similar) hammering on you keys or it's the only instrument then it's probably not going to be an issue.....There's an article here that might be interesting: www.keyboardmag.com/how-to/1255/solving-stereo-stage-piano-problems/28996

[@djlexx8805]

how come you put the faders right up like the mixers dont have any drive

[@MDTV3]

Hi, I'm not 100% sure I know what you are saying, I am guessing you are asking why the faders are up high, I usually run them at infinity (this is the ideal location) then adjust the input gain (trim) to get the correct volume. Regards Dean

[@djlexx8805]

ok

[@danpalermo4639]

how can i use the main outputs going to eq and pa amp/speakers. the control room outs to my monitors AND the 3/4 outputs to another set of pa amp speakers. i can get main and control to work. can get anything to come out of 3/4. im only using channel 1 and 2 for inputs?

[@MDTV3]

Shoot me an email & I will reply, I have some rough diagrams for other peoples questions it might be able to help. my email address [e-mail]

[@ceejaycjmusic]

Hi, is it aux 2 that labeling fx just for external effect device, can we use it for monitor too Sir...

[@MDTV3]

Hi, AUX2 goes to the internal effects unit & to the AUX2 Sends/Returns, so you can use it for running internal effects OR you can use it as a monitor send.

[@ceejaycjmusic]

got it, thank you Sir...

[@theUPTOPKID]

If i have this mixer and a USB microphone where would I hook it up at to the mixer?

[@Musatini]

Hi, i have a behringer henyx 1204, and i need a fx procesor to use the effects, this 1204 usb hase that procesor build in? Thank you.

[@beejespringer1308]

i have a question i have the same mixer on what u had demo and i have an audio recorder the zoom h5 i am not so familiar onto this recorder i am just an amateur just starting . is there any settings for the zoom h5 to set in order to roll my recording ? from the mixer

[@MDTV3]

+Beeje Springer Hi, what's your question in regards to the 2 units? can you be a little bit more specific, contact me via email [e-mail]

[@GRAMO107]

I HAVE XENYX 1204USB IT DOESN'T HAVE THE FX DISPLAY ON THE MIXER... I'M HAVING TROUBLE SETTING SOME OR ANY FX THROUGH ANY CHANNEL FOR LIVE SOUND... ANY IDEAS??? IS THERE A SOFTWARE THAT CAN BE USE???

[@MDTV3]

Hi, yes with out the FX you will have to either use an external FX unit (run it through the AUX bus) rough guide, if using say aux 1 remember to turn up the channel strip aux 1 to half way, then turn up the desk's aux send up to half way & the aux return to half way that should get you some effects.For recording, record separate channel and apply FX in your software. If you need detailed help email me with more specifics my email address [e-mail]

[@MDTV3]

Hi, for a quick start have a look at this video, it's pretty much what you are wanting to dokzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DUfouFbdeeoKM

[@djfishscottfisher108]

Hey guys I need some help. I use the Xenyx X1204usbfx for live djing and Karaoke. Here is my issue. I use the Phones/Control room output for my booth monitor. For some reason if I use an effect on any channel, (mainly mic delay fx for singers) I cant here the effect through my Phones/Control Room Monitor output. The Main outputs work fine. Effects and all. I can hear everything except the effects. I could use the tape output but theres no control over the volume. Ive tried everything. Mono/Stereo plugs, Main mix button pressed others off and visa versa. Any help would be great. Thanks

[@Yasser229]

Hi , I wonder a few things about this mixer, Is it able to send effects to a DAW to record. Some mixers I used won't send the onboard effects to any daw. Also is it good for multitrack recording and has the latest drivers for el Capitan?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, I will be up front and say I know very little about recording, my experience is with using this in a live concert scene. Regards Dean

[@tiashenckelholtse8005]

Can you comment a link to where you Got the cable you connectet to youre Phone and mixer?

[@MDTV3]

Tias Henckel Holtse Any pro/stage audio shop should be able to help you. Amazon sell Hosa CMP153 Y Cable 1/8 Inch TRS to Dual 1/4 Inch TS Cable - 3 Foot

[@sharksrepublic1273]

Love your aussie voice mate :)

[@Safar1967]

actually what is the purpose of RCA input as demo 14.07? could we mix the sound with a AUX ? when i tried it i feel its a just bypass only?

[@MDTV3]

Hahaha yes this is a very old thing, in the old days you used to have a music tape or cd play at an event before the band or whatever got on stage, the RCA in was a cheap way of getting that music into the mixer without wasting a whole channel for it. But in summary, I pretty much never use it, mixing desks are that cheap that if you want to put a CD through the desk you just use a stereo input (and that gives you EQ on the channel as well)

[@mateckz]

Can you help me in optimizing my mixer in my dual PC setup for my twitch stream? Right now i think im under utilizing this mixer, I am not sure where to start because it is currently working as intended, but i believe the sound quality can be better or better setup.

[@MDTV3]

Hi, No probs, can't say I know what you are talking about straight off the bat, but maybe email me what you are doing or want to do. [e-mail]

[@BodieMoto]

what if some mics require phantom power and others dont? Do i turn it on or off?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, if you send phantom power to a mic that doesn't NEED it that will be OK, it will just ignore it.

[@thluachuahlian]

very helpful thank you

[@ASHISHKUMAR-kp7zu]

very nice video

[@brianjerez1117]

great video subbed

[@DNIELLLL]

Were would u plug in the guitar and amp for live performance? Thank u

[@DNIELLLL]

And a pedal bord

[@jammer777]

Thanks for this!

[@shan5127]

well done Great Job Thanks

[@631strongislandkid]

I can only hear music with my headphones in. I can't connect my bose into the 1204. am I missing something?

[@MDTV3]

Hi, Need a little more info, can you please advise how you are inputting the signal, 6.5 jack? into a channel strip? and how you are trying to get the sound out etc please send pic if you think that will help my email address [e-mail]

[@631strongislandkid]

I'm not good with the tech specs but the only connections I have is the usb from the mixer to the computer. I tried line-in to the mixer (rca).

[@MDTV3]

OK now I'm definitely confused about what you are trying to do, if you send me an email I can email you back some standard wiring diagrams that might help

[@FFHavoK]

I think you are trying to plug your headphones into your board? you need a 1/8" to 1/4" TRS adapter

[@HaroldDsouza]

Awesome... thank you so much...!