Behringer FBQ3102HD 31-Band Stereo Graphic EQ: Why and How I Use IT

[@PowercoatMusic]

For what I needed this unit was a welcome surprise at a price-point I couldn’t ignore. It more than does its job. Every studio needs a good EQ, and at this price you’re going to get the features and functionality of a more expensive unit of this type. I wanted to share this with anyone who’s interested because the Behringer FBQ3102HD 31-Band Stereo Graphic EQ works so well for me.

[@rameshrami8345]

Thank you sir

[@scivirus3563]

mine is 15 years old still going strong

[@CASMO148]

friend, maybe you have some old equipment that you don't use like an equalizer or cross over or mixer, maybe you can donate something that we can use in the church, thank you, I'll wait for you, friend, I'm from the Philippines, thank you, bless you, friend

[@dreamrawrecordings]

Hey thank you for your Video. Ive got a question, Which Wasnt explained in Detail in my opinion, how do i know Which fader i have to reduce or boost, because of problematic Feedback ? Thanks

[@jro7075]

FINALLY !!!!!!!!!!! a real human reviewing an actual EQUALIZER!!!!! wow I never thought I would see this always knew an equalizer is important for music I use the eq for music listening I am from the 70's in my day it was an important part of a audio system I listen to many styles of music and come to realize that a lot of records were mastered differently some had a lot of bass other types of record comp had high treble also some reprinted records were not made well leaving a lot to be disired ,we need more like you to teach how to use the eq for home sound I use mine for accenting vocals on my records and being of hispanic descent I love to hear my percussion sounds a little better thats how I use mine I tried to buy this model but it was always too expensive plus found they are hard to find on line I did find a rockville eq it has the same features as the beringer sub out crossover UI found it on ebay was not sure if it would be of high quality but I tried it and got it for under a 100.00 dollars then I found the same model beringer eq you have also for sale on ebay but already had the other brand comming so I thought if this one i am getting is not good I'll try the beringer eq but so far it looks exactly the same as this one it has all the features and its well built but I believe eq's are important they bring out more of the music out of the record and makes it an enjoyable experience very glad I accidentily found channel wow thank you for having this site JRo

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@juandecarvalho9397]

i`m brazilian (and really don`t speak inglish), but i needed to see this video to learn how i can use this device on my church because i don`t found any correct and efficient information on my language. So congratulations to you and to your dedication!!!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks so much for watching and sharing. Wishing you the best with all of your projects.

[@davidclark3603]

Wow! I'm absolutely blown away! I didn't expect that? Beringer gear has come on leaps and bounds. This is perfect for a pro touring rig like mine. I need 4 units.2 to control 4 wedges, 1 to control the side fills and 1 to control the front of house. Talk about a simple feature packed rig. Anti feedback, spectrum analyzer. Sub bass crossover and output. Wow, this is feature packed. Too good to be true and at that price!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Most definitely. Behringer's made great strides in the past decade to build some very good economical pro-level gear. It's hard to justify spending top dollar when you have this kind of value available now. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience. 👍🏿

[@Morecrazythanyou]

It hasn't bro they don't last

[@vinylmonster4907]

I purchased the FBQ3102 last year and have been very happy with it. Now I am wondering if there is any noticeable difference between the FBQ3102 and the FBQ3102HD. I use mine primarily when playing vinyl LP's, so I am curious if it would be a worthwhile upgrade.....

[@valentingheorghe1693]

If you want to use Behringer FBQ3102HD or 6200HD subwoofer output, make sure that you only need one subwoofer and it's possition is in the same horizontal plane with the main speakers. If you have to position the subwoofer further in front of the main speakers, then you will need a delay controller for the subwoofer, which can't be found on either Behringer FBQ3102HD or 6200HD units. Keep in mind that when you mix music and your arrangement has bass guitars panned to either left or right, for example, the fundamentals can go as low as 31 Hz, and, in this case, it is advisable to use two subwoofers, one for the left and one for the right channel. So the subwoofer output on Behringer FBQ3102HD is pretty much useless for professional mixing. It is better to send the eq stereo output to a dedicated active crossover, which splits the signal in stereo high and stereo low frequencies, using steeper and effective filter slopes, or use good full range monitors. Also don't put too much trust on FBQ6200HD level meters accuracy, because, from my experience, it will underread the signal level by about 6 dB. You can check this issue by connecting it to a DJ or PA mixer, set the master output level to 0 dB, and the FBQ6200HD level meters will display -6 dB. This is very important for preserving the audio signal level close to nominal throughout the entire gain-stage.

[@PowercoatMusic]

That's great to know. Thanks for sharing the tip and for watching. 👍🏿

[@NiNi-tl6fg]

Hi, the sub crossover on the rear i inderstand It set the frequency for sub out. I'd like to know of the frequency selected by crossover are revomed from main 2 output.

[@PowercoatMusic]

I believe this is applied to both outputs. However, please confirm with Behringer customer service. Thanks so much for watching. Thank you for watching and sharing. 👍🏿

[@rudygomez6996]

Hi! So our church has trouble with microphone feedback on stage because we use on stage monitors for our singers, will device help with that? Or is there another device(s) that you could recommend please

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes it can, especially when using the spectrum analyzer functionality. Also, Using a compressor can help. With it, you can increase the gain prior to feedback. Thanks for watching.

[@rudygomez6996]

@@PowercoatMusic thank you! The compressor on my mixer makes the singers voices sound duller, does it make a difference to have high quality compressors, if so would you recommend a device for live performances?? Please

[@PowercoatMusic]

@@rudygomez6996 If your singer's voices sound dull, that's an indication that you are using too much compression. Try using less, backing off until the voices come to life and then you're good. Keep in mind that all compressors work basically same way, so it's more of how you use the device then what device you use in many cases. If you're interested in and or need something else, then watch my presentation "Behringer Composer MDX2600 2-Channel Compressor with De-esser: Quick Overview" on this channel.

[@rudygomez6996]

@@PowercoatMusic ok thank you! Will do

[@neilquarrell7551]

Just found this. Again, an excellent and clear example of how to use a piece of equipment. How are you hooking this up to your Tascam DP-24. Thanks for your channel.

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks so much for watching. 👍🏿

[@sureshkhemani9584]

Do front low cut filter affects sub output performance? which is separate sub behind panel

[@PowercoatMusic]

I haven't testet that, but I believe it does. I don't see anything to the contrary in this regard. For a more definitive answer, I suggest contating Behringer support or some one else may chime in on the matter. Thanks for watching.

[@sureshkhemani9584]

@@PowercoatMusic Thanks for reply

[@tonymicallef1488]

I really enjoyed the explanations. I've recently purchased both the Unltragraph Pro 3102HD and the Ultragraph Pro 6200HD, what I Find interesting is that when activating the FBQ switch neither unit LED's light up for a particular frequency when feed back is present and therefore allowing me remove that particular frequency. Any ideas as to why this might be?

[@PowercoatMusic]

If I'm understanding your question as intended, if there is no feedback, the LED will not light up. So it sounds as if there is no feedback for that specific frequency, which is not unusual. If you can show that there is, then there may be a related defect with both machines. However, that is unlikely. Thanks for watching.

[@tonymicallef1488]

Thanks for your response. So let me clarify, when the FBQ switch is activated when feed back is present the LED's don't light up to indicate which frequency is being affected as to be able to cut it out. And yes the likelihood of two units being faulty would be highly unlikely. I'm trying to understand what might be going on. Thanks.

[@PowercoatMusic]

@@tonymicallef1488 What I'm saying is that if it does not light up, it does not need to be cut. There is no feedback on that specific frequency.

[@ericnzuki90]

I think he is saying. There is feedback that can be heard, but it does not reflect on the eq even ehen the fbq switch is on

[@darrellmitchell6653]

Hello Sir, I just purchased the FBQ6200HD equalizer, but I'm not sure if I got it connected to my Marantz pm6008 preamp properly. I get the light , but No sound changes when I move the levers. Can U help me, please.

[@genegarneau3822]

Another good video, good job. Bless you brother. 👍

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks so much for watching. Wishing you the best!

[@skrach1000]

Rather than using as a stereo EQ is it possible to use them as 2 separate mono EQs?

[@PowercoatMusic]

It appears that you can use the 2 channels independently of one another to acheieve that result. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@adrianromandia8139]

Would it work for recording in a home studio?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes it will. Thanks for watching.

[@SlowDeath1993]

I have the 15 bands version I play guitar and use audio interface but not sure where to put this into my chain

[@SlowDeath1993]

I only use headphones also

[@hcundangan2628]

Sir what will you suggest to buy first equalizer ...crossover...or maximizer thsnk you for your help

[@PowercoatMusic]

My suggestion is to always have a good equalizer first. Some folks may disagree, but that's my suggestion. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@hcundangan2628]

@@PowercoatMusic thank you for your help sir ..i will buy this equalizer behringer fbq3102hd ..god bless ..

[@blingvibes717]

Good demonstration of the eq I have one very nice on it easy to use and friendly the best eq today on the market trust me

[@PowercoatMusic]

In it's price range, this one is tuff to beat. Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@blingvibes717]

The secret of this eq I found it you dont need a bbe maximizer an you dont ofto buy a crossover I like this eq this eq is my best friend it never let me down

[@roev5296]

Hello and love from india. I am music lover and i have audiolab 6000a intergrated amp but it has no tone controls and it sounds too flat. Will i be able connect this to my integrated amp. Or is this an overkill ?? Are these meant only for studio and professional use. Is there any other model i can use for home purpose. Just for the purpose of music listening adjustments of tones.

[@PowercoatMusic]

This is a professional studio unit but should work well with your system at home too. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@leogolive]

Hey man do you use this with your Tascam DP? It would be cool to see a video on your mastering process and how you use your outboard gear and how it’s connected.

[@PowercoatMusic]

This is a part of my external mastering chain. So it would be used to master DP recordings. Stay tuned, I will go over my external mastering process in a future video. Thanks for watching and sharing. 👍🏿

[@leogolive]

@@PowercoatMusic That’s a bet, can’t wait to watch it 👍🏾

[@Эрл_Грей]

I intend to use it for home audio. Have you noticed any noise/hiss when loud ?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Not on my end. Unit is fairly quiet. May be coming from another source. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@Morecrazythanyou]

It's not noisy but it sure is a bag off crap

[@nathanrenshaw8955]

Do you plug this straight in from the controller signal and then into crossover?

[@PowercoatMusic]

It's generally recommended that you go directly to the crossover. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@narutoidol]

hi there , i am wondering if I can connect this to my powered speakers?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes. That is possible. Thanks for watching.

[@rikshaw1375]

I am planning to buy one for my home stereo but i am not sure if this is the right eq. For one, an RCA connector is not present or is there a workaround on this?

[@PowercoatMusic]

You would need to use 1/4" to RCA cables to compensate for this. You can find them on eBay and or MonoPrice.com. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@scottjarrell6089]

You can also get rca to xlr on Amazon

[@singinginpictures]

The issue isn't the connectors it is the fact that rca line level is much lower than that on xlr or jack. 400mv for rca and 1.25v for xlr or jack. This can produce issues of unwanted noise or distortion depending on your system configuration.

[@brunothetiger]

I'm using this with my home stereo & 901s (without the Bose EQ).

[@ksmadethis]

Good stuff, Great review!

[@kochimurali]

Hi brother, Great video and I learned a lot, thanks to you. My graphic equalizer on my stereo stopped working, I was thinking of replacing and I found your video. Can I use this unit to connect to my amplifier pre-out to get a better control of my music listening. thank you again. (I think also, I would have to get a XLR TO RCA converter)

[@PowercoatMusic]

With cable adapters you should be able to use the FBQ310HD just as you did with your previous equalizer. Let me know how you like your new setup when it’s ready? Thanks for watching and sharing. Wishing you the very best. 👍🏿

[@jaggass]

How well does it work on synths and drum machines?

[@PowercoatMusic]

This hardware is professional grade. It often comes down to how well the user's skilled in applying it in their productions. I like the unit and use it with synths and drum machines constantly. I used it on my latest releases "AGORA" and "Linger" on this channel. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@jaggass]

@@PowercoatMusic I've been looking at the Behringer FBQ6200 for amateur remastering of songs as well. I'm yet to get an analog mixer but i also have to learn about the frequencies on them as well. I use the windows media player eq but it's limited. There's no end on sound quality as it varies from every sound engineer, hardware etc.

[@edgarramos109]

Sir what is the purpose of crossover ??

[@thestylesworld]

Thanks for the video. Can we use it for live sound?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes you can. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@samirpurohit5064]

If I have DBX PA2, should I need it?

[@PowercoatMusic]

dbx PA2 is designed first and foremost to protect your loudspeakers, providing feedback elimination and more for live performances. It's 8 parametric EQ is limited, as EQ is a feature of the device and not the unit's primary purpose. Analyze your requirements and reassess your goals. That will reveal if you truly need that unit. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@bendasuleiman7679]

Aqualizer behringer very nice produk

[@djrolandebuenga9033]

The best review

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching.

[@DenilEmaldi]

Io continuo a non capire: se il tasto è premuto (audio in/out) dovrebbe sentirsi l'intera equalizzazione? Ma sento le differenze anche da spento, anzi accendendolo l'audio è più impastato..

[@johnnysmile01]

How much is One of these and can i use it with my Sony home theater amp?

[@PowercoatMusic]

The unit retails for approximately $170 new, but you should be able to get a great deal on a used unit. Also, you should be able to use it with your Sony Home Theater Amp. Others use it in that realm and and really enjoy it. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@johnnysmile01]

@@PowercoatMusic thanks

[@qubaneli4623]

Can this be used as a frontend tool ?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes. The device has many uses as it's up to you to apply it as needed. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@christiantorma2440]

Super Video 🤘

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching.

[@MichaelWilliams-lo3ix]

Awesome

[@rameshrami8345]

Behringer FBQ3102HD Ultragraph Pro Signal Processors FBQ3102 Ultragraph FBQ-PRO Both same each modal or better please reply my comment

[@PowercoatMusic]

The Behringer FBQ3102HD Ultragraph Pro and the FBQ3102 Ultragraph FBQ-PRO are different models. The FBQ3102 Ultragraph FBQ-PRO is the older unit, and was replaced by the FBQ3102HD Ultragraph Pro. I hope this information helps. Thanks for watching.

[@ian50004]

Hi very informative.. Can you actually show connecting amp to EQ step by step with cables …behringer EQ Thanks

[@PowercoatMusic]

You may want to check out page #9 of the quick start guide of the unit. That should give you the information you're looking for. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@okairichardsamuelobolo]

Know more about how to setting equalizer for church

[@johnmargalicia7626]

I enjoy to watch your video sir .. can you teach me how to set-up the graphic eq for better and clear crystal sound for my set-up plz help me and give a picture for better setting😊

[@PowercoatMusic]

The best I can do is to point you to the product manual. Lots of good information there. You can find it here: mediadl.musictribe.com/media/sys_master/h62/hc0/8849924161566.pdf. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@patriaag2085]

*Great I also have*

[@singinginpictures]

The DEQ2496 is a much better choice not only do you have the graphic eq but you get an 8 band fully parametric eq you also get an 8 band dynamic eq which is amazing for mastering and applying eq just when a signal displays the issue. There are lots of other tricks it has too. It has a true spectrum analyser not just a line of flickering leds. A pink noise generator with an input for the beringer reference microphone. So quite frankly a much more powerful tool. On top of this and to me this is crucial and to vastly underrated as an issue. The Deq will operate in a digital chain as it has digital input and output capability. A long chain of analogue to digital and digital to analogue converters will severely degrade the accuracy and clarity of your audio.

[@edgarramos109]

Sir what is the purpose of crossover ??

[@philemonbarasa]

My question too and how is it used?