How to use a mixer's internal effects processor

Onboard effects processors have come a long way in the past 10-15 years, and for live sound they are often more than sufficient to get the job done. This video shows you have to set up the internal effects processors of two popular compact mixers, a Mackie CFX12 and a Yamaha MG124CX.
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[@danamanasco7442]

Your videos are the best I’ve ever seen hands down. If everyone taught like you do church sound would be so much better everywhere

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Dana, I do my best!

[@joenguyen9359]

I have the Yamaha MG124cx , it's very easy to use. I love your tutorial, it's clearly self explanatory.

[@johndeal1624]

Great tutorial. I purchased (used of course!) the updated Yamaha MG mixer (CX something. Added USB output) specifically because of the on-board effects and the one-knob compressors (which you have another video on). It is very convenient with a great price/performance/portability ratio. Thanks again for a great tutorial.

[@zuchamotungoe6817]

Bro can i use the utility o/p with mono jack (TS) and feed to passive power amplifier input, as well as active speaker??? Also for recording can i use the output of Earphone (Trs) and RCA Tape output ???? For the Mackie mixer... Pls reply 👍👍👍

[@GLBProductions]

Yes, the utility output carries a copy of the main mix so it can be used to feed any line level input. I recommend that you do NOT use the headphone output for recording, as it is designed for headphones.

[@zuchamotungoe6817]

@@GLBProductions Bro thank you so much for the quick reply

[@ITS_NOT_M.A.T]

Yes wanted to know the same thing 👍

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Zuchamo!

[@zuchamotungoe6817]

@@GLBProductions bro one more question.. for open air ground (outdoor) Basically for Speech / Spoken words) Which processor ( setting) is appropriate? Eg- Reverse/ Gated/ Cathedral etc. Plz reply 👍..

[@secondwindband7281]

Thank you for helping us understand our Mackie internal effects processor on a different model, but similar knobs. Now we can add reverb and other effects!

[@GLBProductions]

You're most welcome :)

[@jaco7675]

This was probably THE BEST demonstration of ANY product I have ever seen. So very well done. Thanks!

[@GLBProductions]

You're most welcome.

[@GLBProductions]

- Glad to hear that, and thanks for watching :)

[@greg4673]

I thought this would suck BUT you actually did a nice job. Methodical and demonstrative with a practical, logical flow. THANKS.

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Greg, happy new year to you and all the best for 2020!

[@balrampiyer271]

Clarity of speech is just phenomenal Bruno !! And your explanations are very easy to understand. Keep it up:-)

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching, glad the video was helpful!

[@sesa1076]

Good shout taking the time to do this and help others understand te machinery. A lot of us can't afford a lot of effects or extras. I've been looking around for a comprehensive video that explains/shows the quality difference between a Behringer, Yamaha, and Mackie for instance among others, but those are the three I've been looking at.

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching. There are many aspects to quality: sound quality, build quality, quality of ergonomics - all of these are important.

[@bernarga]

Thank you Sir. I really appreciate your hard work. I really enjoy your tutorials. It helped very much to improve our church Audio

[@DestressYourMind]

Very helpful. So far my hunt on KZbin, you are the only person who explained it well enough to understand easily. Thanks for sharing.

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@michaelaleno5943]

What a very nice and clear explanation sir..the difference of Mackie and yamaha was the separate knobs of reverb for the stage monitor only but they are same functions

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching Michael!

[@nepthalieapa5879]

very good information very friendly great work GLB..

[@phuchicarter]

Thank you so much your video helped me figured out how to use the effect on the ALTO ZMX164 mixer. Great video.

[@GLBProductions]

- Glad the video was helpful, thanks for watching!

[@chafford7591]

Great lesson. Your voice is soothing. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@PatrickDiAngelo]

Your lessons are so clear and easy to understand..Very Useful..!!! Well done..!!!

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@hannahswann747]

Thank you SO MUCH for such a clear and concise tutorial. You are a born teacher. No mess no fuss. Thanks again!

[@GLBProductions]

+Hannah Swann You're welcome, thanks for watching! My parents were both teachers so I believe there is some truth to that statement ;)

[@josephwalker138]

I seriously needed this tutorial. Thank you...!

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Joseph!

[@fedderal951]

Nice and clear & precise step by step tutorial make it easy to understand, thank you so much had so many things learned not that wide but relatively ive got it anyhow. Its a big help for us beginners who doesn't know these line of learning. Thank you Sir.

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching! Glad the video was helpful and your learned something.

[@lunasonic2584]

Bruno, you are simply the best...!!!...i was surfing around sound engineering videos, trust me, i have settled with you...u teach like no one else would. Thnx so much for being so much for being such a great help to som of us

[@GLBProductions]

+Luna Soundz You're most welcome, glad the videos have been helpful. Feel free to get in touch directly if you have any specific questions :)

[@lunasonic2584]

Sure i would..!!!....infact i need you to enlighten me on so many things...thnks sooo much!!!...bt den how do i get in touch directly with You please?

[@GLBProductions]

+Luna Soundz Facebook or KZbin messaging :)

[@Maribelrodriguezlacantante]

You always make my life easier .God bless you great tutorial

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Maribel.

[@miraclecozza]

very good demonstration,,, thx 😊

[@electronicshelpcare]

thanks for great video

[@miyururan]

Well explained. Best regards from Sri Lanka!!!

[@andreaspapamoiseos1428]

THANKS A LOT BRUNO,YOUR VIDEOS ALWAYS REFRESHING AND TUTORIAL. GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER. LOVE FROM THE ISLAND OF CYPRUS

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Andreas, always great to hear this!

[@nitrofx80]

DUDE!!! you are the best!! I have a smaller version of this mixer. Thank you.

[@GLBProductions]

nitrofx80 You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@MiguelLSilva-ef5is]

Cristal clear. Well done! Thanks!

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Miguel, thanks for watching!

[@jedfrancisgarcia8840]

youre videos are very helpful especially to those who dont have much knowledge(like me) about using this. thank you so much you really help us a lot :)

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Jed, thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

[@michaelkelly6583]

Thank you Bruno ... very helpful for this neophyte.

[@GLBProductions]

- You're welcome, thanks for watching. Feel free to contact me if you have other questions related to live sound.

[@ashokkelkar272]

Sir you r nicely demonstrated various effects in a very effective way.👍👍👍

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Ashok!

[@henrysollysangma3522]

Along with many other channels, I have been watching your tutorial for years and by far, I am certain that your explanation is the best on KZbin. I have mastered my mixer now and I am grateful to you. God bless you.

[@GLBProductions]

Great to hear that Henry!

[@mollynatikona7467]

Great tutorial, makes me understand more about effect ...

[@GLBProductions]

Glad to hear that!

[@Unplugged704]

Very clear and easy to follow. Thank you

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@SnehungsuGuha]

You are my favorite as Always.. so crisp and clean demonstration, Thank You so much for such detail demonstration on built in FX use. Keep up the Good Work. I was wondering if you could do such a detail level demonstration on how we should do setting up monitors

[@GLBProductions]

- Thank you for the suggestion, I am planning to do a video on that subject at some point in the future. Thanks for watching!

[@SnehungsuGuha]

Hey.. thank you so much for your prompt response on my request.. I am excited. I am sure yours going to be the best among few i found on youtube and didnt help me much... really looking forward to yours.

[@MalinowyWampir]

Thanks for the video. The way you speak and explain really clear it's easy to understand, thank you. I enjoyed this distortion thingi :D

[@GLBProductions]

You're most welcome Peter.

[@drummer.mp4]

you're a legend, this video helped me so much. Thank you! 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@GLBProductions]

You're most welcome!

[@dchosendamian1028]

Great Info. Good Job illustrating

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@esac1331]

Thank you so much for video hopefully I can use this come Thursday

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Eric :)

[@ericBcreator]

Nice series of videos. Maybe more focused on beginners but you go into a lot of details and even more experienced people can learn something.

[@GLBProductions]

- Yes, these videos are intended to train people with no prior knowledge of sound reinforcement or PA systems. So you do need to cover the basics as well. Thanks for watching :)

[@hussainbinshamsuddin9488]

I always suspected you had a Singapore connection. Little did I realise you're actually based in Singapore. Your tutorial is perfect, delivered in precise English and that makes it a whole lot easier for just about anyone. Thank you, boss!

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Hussain! 😃

[@hussainbinshamsuddin9488]

@@GLBProductions You're most welcome. Here's wishing you every success. Cheers!

[@pushpajay6701]

Thanks for nice tutorial

[@rogeruntel9369]

Very simple explanations, thanks man.

[@GLBProductions]

+roger untel You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@FirebrandVOCALS]

Yet another awesome tutorial 😎👊 cheers man it’s appreciated 👍💯🔝💯🔝

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome :)

[@JamesMesidor]

very educational bro!!

[@maxbackstrom]

THhanks! Very helpful before a gig two days ahead! Very nice presentation.

[@GLBProductions]

Glad to hear that, hope your gig goes well.

[@maxbackstrom]

I suppose it will! :-)

[@markcutright9489]

I learned alot, thank you.

[@Unplugged704]

another good tutorial! Thank you.

[@GLBProductions]

- No worries, happy new year and all the best for 2014!

[@audioreinforcement1493]

Thank you Sir Bruno GLB Productions very helpful indeed, I need your help in my settings using my Soundcraft efx16ii I cannot seem to get my output right using fully my onboard effects, thank you in advance. It would be helpful if you can just narrate here and I will go from there. Thank you in advance and more power!

[@allinfodangmeichannel1589]

Great job sir your videos had really helped me a lot in working out in my church sound systems ....really really a great job.....1000 likes

[@Jammievonn]

GREAT VIDEO - JUST WHAT I NEEDED. THANKS

[@GLBProductions]

+Kuulexnat You're welcome, thanks for your support!

[@bhobiedaysog9536]

I learned a lot with your tutorials sir...tnx big LIKE

[@GLBProductions]

- You're welcome, thanks for watching :)

[@GLBProductions]

- Thanks for getting in touch - please be more specific about what is not working. Which company produces that mixer? A search for that model number does not yield any results.

[@lindsayeverly167]

This was very helpful. Thank you :)

[@GLBProductions]

+Lindsay Adjavor You're welcome, all the best with your music :)

[@chubbyface74]

Hi thanks for the useful information, especially for the Yamaha mixer which is quite common in sg...

[@GLBProductions]

- You're most welcome, thanks for watching!

[@MarkSmithToday]

Your videos are great, thanks.

[@GLBProductions]

Glad they've been helpful, thanks for watching!

[@GLBProductions]

- Glad you like my logic :)

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[@manoj6711]

Thanks so much for this video

[@flwolf2000]

If only all of these so called 'Instruction Videos" were done as well as this one... Great moderation, great presentation!

[@GLBProductions]

I do my best - thanks for watching :) flwolf2000

[@steviespaind4307]

flwolf2000 Oh yes, I definitely second that, my friend.

[@denneberg]

What do you think i should do? My audio card to the computer is old, and I need som upgrading. I love analog sound, or maybe good preamps. Don't know if I should buy an old analog mixing table, to go through a "sound card", or to buy a mixing table with usb... What do you think? Is mackie mixers that good?

[@GLBProductions]

Matte Denne The current trend for home recording is to use a USB or Firewire recording interface without the use of a mixer - this has the advantage of taking up less space and often sounding better when compared to the inexpensive preamps that are found on budget mixers. If you prefer using a physical mixer there are more and more analog mixers out there that are equipped with a USB interface that allows the mixer itself to function as the front end to a digital audio workstation (DAW) programme such a Cubase or ProTools, for example the ZED series from Allen and Heath. Mackie mixers are very good value for money and some of the best mixers at their price point. However are still budget mixers and do not have some of the construction features of higher end mixers like individual channel strip modules and nutted potentiometers. All the best with your music, it's an exciting time to be involved in this field.

[@darasiemreap]

GLB Production, Thank you for the clear explanation that how to use the Markie CFX12, I have this one and never know how to use it. Because I have Lexicon MX200 for my home Karaoke. I need a sound EFX from Lexicon, after seeing you I know to turn it on INT EFX. For COVID19 stay home sings Karaoke.

[@GLBProductions]

Yes, safer at home with good music!

[@siddiqueyd1]

I feel lucky that I ended up here, I just ordered a very small Recorder Mixer "Studiomaster" I even didn't receive it yet. I'll refer to your channel if needed!

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks Sid!

[@lamarcy]

Great video. I use the same yamaha mixer that you showed on this video. I use it for karaoke and I'm really happy with its performance. Thanks for sharing your always helpful videos 👍👍👍

[@GLBProductions]

Yes those mixers are quite ubiquitous - I have a training video coming up on that particular mixer which will cover all the sections in detail, stay tuned!

[@lamarcy]

GLB Productions Wow!!! Thanks! ☺

[@jimfrey5658]

Yes, they are the drivecore series. I was thinking (since Amp 1 handles the mains) to set it up with highpass filter, and amp 2 with the lowpass filter for the subwoofer, both on Mono. Do you agree? Or am I missing something?

[@mattwaters6987]

Great video! 👍

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome Matt, thanks for watching :)

[@robotspartan9100]

we use one of those MG12 for DJ's with the outputs going into an A&H PA20 (the main desk) Great little desk for accoustic gigs or home mixing where you dont want the hassel of a larger desk

[@GLBProductions]

Spartan Thanks for the comment! Do you supply the MG12 even when the DJ brings their own DJ mixer?

[@robotspartan9100]

DJ's around here tend to use a laptop rather than bring a mixer. Otherwise they just plug into the mono channels on the MG12 as its pretty much hardwired into the PA20

[@GLBProductions]

Spartan I see. Ah, I miss the good old vinyl days...

[@moizev_channel2335]

Thank you sir, its good to know the defference between mackie cfx series and yamaha mg series..

[@GLBProductions]

- You're welcome, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@moizev_channel2335]

thanks to you also..:) i decided that i will chose mackie cfx20.

[@jimfrey5658]

Bruno, Rehearsal went well. Thanks for the help. I'm curious if I have my subwoofer connected properly. One of the main outs go to Amp 1 for main speakers, and the other main out goes to Amp 2 for sub woofer. Is this OK? If so, how do I control volume of subwoofer?

[@GLBProductions]

Jim Frey Glad to hear your rehearsal went well. There are a number of different ways of connecting subs and main speakers. The method you are currently using will only work in mono, ie all of your channel pan knobs must be at the 12 o'clock position. Otherwise, stuff that is panned to one side will go more to the sub and less to the main and vice versa. Unfortunately on most Mackie mixers there is only a single fader controlling both left and right outputs, which means you can't use that as a level control. So you'll need to use the volume control on the sub, or sub amplifier - this can work fine because once it's set up properly you should not need to change the level mid-show. If you want a more comprehensive answer, please let me once the make and model of all your speakers and sub, as well as any amplifiers that you are using. Then I can advise you what would be the easiest and most efficient set up for your particular system. What sort of music does your band play?

[@imranshareef4754]

Firstly, thanks for a very detailed explanation. Have a question. With the Analog mixer can 2 effects be applied at the same time for ex: Reverb + Delay.

[@GLBProductions]

It depends on the mixer and how many effects engines/external effects units you have.

[@GLBProductions]

- You're very welcome!

[@anhhungsaigon]

Big help, thx Will it make better sound if I add an external sound effects processor?(for home karaoke system)

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome. An external effects unit should sound better than the one built into your mixer, but you need to experiment in order to be sure.

[@beverleypeacock]

Thank you. Perfect tutorial. Can't wait to try 'Darth Vader' on the school's theatre sound board...

[@lunasonic2584]

you are jux so goooood!!!

[@MrJMNCE]

Hi , your videos are very simple yet very helpful , taking patience on details . Can you do a demo on a Yamaha MG82cx. Focusing more on how to use effectively the built in effects and how to use the quarter inch input effect send .

[@GLBProductions]

I have a complete tutorial coming up on the MG124CX - stay tuned!

[@RobertWilliford]

Thanks so much for this video. I have one question can I EQ the effect on the Mackie board. I am using the Mackie CFX20 and would like to bring down some of the the high end of the effect. Thanks in advance.

[@GLBProductions]

Hi there, glad the video was helpful. As far as I know there is no straightforward way to EQ the effect return from the internal processor unit. This is one of the main advantages of using an external EQ processor. It is possible to work around this by using one of the aux sends to route the effect to a channel (ie turn up one of the 'effects to monitor' knobs, connect the aux send to the line in on one of the mixer channels) and then route that channel to your main mix. However this may cause electronic feedback and phase issues. It also uses up one of your pre-fade aux sends!

[@nirmalperera4287]

Plz can you explain behringer QX 1832 use mixer as well I have problem to use fx effect

[@JohanSancho]

Thank You man!!!

[@melvind.poloofficialytchan6856]

very informative,thank you very much!

[@GLBProductions]

+MELVIN POLO You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@uddamaakalanka1806]

Thanks for the clear lesson

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@denneberg]

Great video

[@GLBProductions]

Matte Denne Thanks for watching :)

[@jojezamora6664]

it helps a lot... thanks for sharing...

[@GLBProductions]

+Joje Zamora You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@kanchadai4075]

Wow thanks a lot.. You made my day !!!!

[@GLBProductions]

+kesh maharjan You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@dennisjohnminicz8036]

Witch mixer do you think have the best reverb? Im looking at the Soundcraft signature 12 mixer at the moment, know lexicon dose good reverbs, plus it got a limiter.. What mixer is your favorite? Im gonna route in to my focusrite clarette so i can loop in Ableton :) Thanks in advance / Dennis

[@GLBProductions]

The lexicon reverb is probably the best at this price point. As a professional I'm happy to mix on any analog mixer, but amongst the small analog boards my current favourite would the Allen and Heath models with 100mm faders.

[@amadeusbaez1156]

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[@48Allie]

Big help, thank you

[@GLBProductions]

48Allie You're welcome, thanks for watching :)

[@calidronelife1572]

Great video thanks.

[@GLBProductions]

You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@aronlasprillas5968]

Thank you for ur share about effects prosscesor nice sir very clair now i understand thank you again and more power gudbless

[@GLBProductions]

Aron Lasprillas You're very welcome, glad you understand now :)

[@estevansteve7006]

Can a video be done for the internal effects on the Allen & Heath Mixwizard4 16:2? Thanks - Great tutorial!!!

[@GLBProductions]

Have a look at my recent videos on the A&H ZED60-14FX they will give you some idea of how A&H sets up the internal effects on their mixers.

[@estevansteve7006]

GLB Productions very comprehensive info - thanks for sharing - on the A & H mix wizard 4 16:2 it has aux 5 & 6 sends & trying to configure so that FOH effect & monitor mix sound good - I only want effects on vocals but don’t seem to get any effect in the mix - is it disabled in pre-fade setting? Should I set the vocal mics up in post-fade? Thanks again 😀

[@mata7983]

Hello, awesome tutorial! I was wondering if there was any way on these mixers to increase the level of the effect but decrease the level of the normal dry signal? So I can turn down the dry signal slightly and turn up the wet signal? Hope its not too confusing lol Thanks :)

[@GLBProductions]

Ricky Solly Sure - the level of the dry signal in the mix is controlled by the channel fader, and the level of the wet signal is controlled by the FX send knob. So if you want more effect and less dry signal just lower the fader and turn up the knob. You should be able to find the correct wet/dry balance that way. Let me know if this works for you.

[@mata7983]

ah nice nice, Thanks so much!

[@orlynlabay8425]

thanxs a lot man very helpful

[@GLBProductions]

- Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!

[@PedroPerez-jn8pm]

mister tengo las mismas console pero el mio nose prenden las luzes de la parte RIGHT me prodria ayudarme como se puede hacer

[@GLBProductions]

+Pedro Perez Por favor pedir a un ingeniero de sonido que habla español para explicar , gracias.

[@derickgonzalez5977]

my question is can I give different fx to each input for example like if I want delay for guitar but also reverb to vocals

[@GLBProductions]

You can but not at the same time.

[@boss_soundz979]

Great information...

[@GLBProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimfrey5658]

Bruno, finally got out from under. The setup you suggested for the sub works great. Will know more about the hum next rehearsal, but found that the vol control on powered amps needs to be turned off. It was creating feedback. You're right on the Crown amps; they are XLS series. Are you familiar with the different menus on the amps?

[@GLBProductions]

Jim Frey Are they the new drivecore series with the LCD panel on the front?

[@arielespana8536]

Thank you so much for this apportion move on

[@stuhughes877]

Brilliant as always, is there any chance of a mgxu series review. 😀

[@GLBProductions]

Maybe! I prefer to only review mixers I have owned and used for a while, so new mixer vids are quite slow in coming. More likely will be a review of the new MGP series.

[@poncejones2632]

I need to know how to connect my portastudio 2488 mk2 to my cfx16 mixer

[@mamadretro]

hi mr bruno, can u pls recomended me how set my mgp16x onboard effect level fx send and fx return? thank you.

[@GLBProductions]

I have a detailed video coming up on this mixer, stay tuned!

[@mamadretro]

+GLB Productions thank you.

[@RexyFan]

Can you set a channel to have a different effects to another ? For eg. running an electric guitar on channel 1 and adding some chorus effects... Running a microphone on channel 2 and adding reverb effects. Is this possible or is it one effects only across the entire channel board ? Thanks.

[@GLBProductions]

On this mixer - no. Some mixers have more than one effects processor, which would allow you to do that.

[@RexyFan]

GLB Productions thank you

[@GtrMan863]

Do you know how to use a Mackie TT24? im just trying to get reverb for my vocals but this thing is so complicated

[@GLBProductions]

Oh ya that one is complex for sure - get somebody to show you how to do it in person, it's much easier that way.