My Mixer Setup, The Behringer Xenyx X1204 USB with FX

[@finn.hermansen]

This man (Chris) is fantastic. He has learnt me how to use The Behringer Xenyx X1204 USB with FX. He has also learnt me how to set it op for live radio broadcasting, and for internet broadcasting. An finaly he has shown me how to record from the mixer to for example Audacity. So now I can make radio 3 ways by using The Behringer Xenyx X1204 USB with FX - live radio, live internet radio and recording radio broadcasting, so that other radio stations can use my radioshows. Thank You so much Chris - It is a pleasure to get to know you

[@Tnerdt1]

Finn G. Hermansen Anytime Finn, It was fun getting to know you. I am so glad it all worked out and your radio show sounds amazing. Feel free to drop a link here in the comments for people to hear your show.

[@YungTosti]

You sir are the first person to make a clear tutorial, you gave me so much knowledge, thank you so much for this amazing tutorial :)

[@Tnerdt1]

You're most welcome Tostibramkaas.

[@datahound2u]

I realize it's a couple years old, but this video really helped me understand so many things audio-related. Great job!!

[@Tnerdt1]

+Michael O Thank you so much, I am glad the video was helpful .

[@johnpike4586]

This may be the best instructional video I've ever watched. I went from being totally overwhelmed to quite confident in just 30 minutes.

[@raddadradiohour3830]

Loved the in depth description of your set up, you can tell you are very passionate about what you do! Thank you!

[@Tnerdt1]

+Rad Dad Radio Hour Thanks for the kinds words and for watching my video.

[@RickErwinMedia]

Hey Chris. Just watched your tutorial and wanted to stop by to say thank you. It really gave me a lot of knowledge on this mixer.

[@Tnerdt1]

Your most welcome Rick I appreciate the comment. I love doing the videos and its even better knowing I can help people.

[@aperturefilmstudios2352]

While you may think this may have been a very complicated and hard to follow tutorial video I must say it was a great video and we thank you for breaking it down in a way that makes us able to potentially learn more for each function. Great first video for me to use my Mixer Thanks

[@Tnerdt1]

+Aperture Film Studios You are most welcome, thank you for the kind words and for watching the video.

[@orinocouk]

Brilliant video, thanks for taking half an hour out of your life to help budding podcasters! You da man!

[@Tnerdt1]

+Steve Chadwick Thank you so much for the kind words I really enjoy doing these videos and helping people out.

[@diegolara4202]

I just purchased a similar mix board to get started on my podcast. My setup will be similar to this. I will be using the built in USB interface and record on my HP laptop with the software included with the mixer.

[@renaissancetomorrow4551]

Completely enjoyed your information, I have viewed quite a few videos on this product and you were very thorough on your connections, cable size, input/output and how you use the channel mix settings. Was a big hit for me. Thank you for your production!

[@Tnerdt1]

RenaissanceTomorrow No problem, thank you for watching the video and the kind words

[@RelateGREAT]

This is SOOOO helpful!!! I was totally lost how to bring in Google Hangouts and your method with Skype is perfect. I also just got this exact mixer today with zero knowledge how to use it, though had researched enough to know this was what I would need for my podcast. Your methods of explaining REALLY helped! Thanks tons, bro!!!

[@Tnerdt1]

Jonathan Sherman Any time, congratulations on your purchase and good luck with the podcast.

[@NJLibertarian]

Thank you!!! I had been staring at the X1204 block diagram trying to figure this out. You saved me lots of time for my podcast!

[@Tnerdt1]

+NJ Libertarian Party You are most welcome, have a great time recording.

[@Prawnchowmein]

Awesome teacher great explanation great video watching all the way from London uk

[@Tnerdt1]

+Prawnchowmein Thank you so much for checking out the video, I am glad it was helpful.

[@TheAtticradio]

Loved all the info in-depth and everything else. Thanks so much - love the passion !! Paulo

[@kevinmagee8437]

Thanks for this. I've had this mixer for a while and learned some things. It might be more helpful to refer to the audio going to the "auxiliary out" jack rather than the "Skype channel" because it goes to wherever you send that "aux out" cable. And maybe give an explanation of what mix minus is. Anytime you're looking at a news cast and a few seconds into the live on-scene report, and the reporter yanks the earpiece out, it's because the mix-minus wasn't set up correctly and the reporter is hearing him or herself back a second or two later. It couldn't be more distracting. Very nice job, though, and I'm happy I stumbled into this.

[@SelomonOfficial]

Enjoyed your passion at the end when you said, "I'm going to keep doing them!" Yea man keep doing them! You get that passion and motivation! Spread it around as well. God knows we could all use some of that!

[@Tnerdt1]

+Christopher Selomon Classon Thank you, I hope to motivate people to do great things in time. Funny I just went back to view this video and what a difference between then and my newer stuff. Amazing how things get better and we learn more as we go. Thanks again for your kind words and checking out the video.

[@henryvaiotu230]

Thanks TNT for sharing this tutorial for us dummies,..this video is explained in simple terms and i was keen on buying other console mixers but alot of them don't have one knob compressor knobs and if they did the mixer console would have knobs, not fader channels.. and they were'nt selling it at the price of this mixer here... the 1204fx console has a pack load of features at a affordable price..

[@created1983]

you have to physically "tap" the effects button to make a selection . i just found that out playing with my behringer . it says "tap" above the "program / parameter" dial . some of the effects make kind of "echo / reverb" noises . you ALSO use the "ORANGE" dials to send the effect to the main mix , i'm pretty sure .

[@5speed735i]

I realize this video is now 6 years old but I would like to add some advice- if you have this board with the "FX" ability, do not ignore it! By rolling up the second knob from the bottom (labeled FX), you can add a little delay/reverb, which adds a little perceived space to the sound- which should not be overlooked. With a little delay/reverb in the mix, it seems less like someone is talking directly into your ear, thereby making the listener feel a little less creeped out. But if you like to project what some feel is a cozy/close sound then disregard my suggestion.

[@robertorosales2022]

Hey, even when it's been a while since you made this tutorial I have found it so useful and I do thank you for all the info

[@samfielding2659]

Very clear! I've watched a few videos and got confused when looking to set up my mixer properly. I found it interesting how you use a XRL to 3.5mm to connect Skype to the Mixer. This is something I might look at in the future as at the moment I use 2x 1/4 cables to 3.5mm which is inserted into my mobile phone. I look forward to watching more of your tutorials. Thank you! :-)

[@Tnerdt1]

I am glad my video helped you, I plan on doing some more audio and video tutorials soon.

[@argbargmcticktock]

Love that IKEA Dave stand. I've got the same one, with the same mixer on top of it!

[@xTimx2002]

Thank you for the video! i was hoping you would have went behind the Mixer and explain the USB portion of the mixer. is there much of a difference when using the USB function? or is it not needed?

[@arlvirg]

Nice tutorial, very helpful. My problem is I only have Macs. Macs only have 1 audio interface, 1/8" in and out. How do I do mix minus with only 1 interface? The skype laptop will input into one of the channels (e.g., 1/8" to 1/4"), then there's no room for the aux back in to the laptop.

[@rowdytxn2000]

Brilliant idea using the 4th mic channel for the Skype audio! I'm changing my setup to utilize this!

[@Tnerdt1]

+rowdytxn2000 Thank you, I still use this setup today. I really need to make a updated version of this video.

[@photographerseye548]

Please do! I think I'm ready to start vlogging. got the set up working, thanks to your video. Now I need a good name.

[@djemann]

You're guide is very informative. What does the 1/4 aux out connect to? Thanks.

[@Tnerdt1]

Thank you, The 1/4 aux is connected to my laptops mic input. I use it to create a mix minus for my Skype calls

[@djmikeyblair4650]

Nevermind, my question is answered here. Thank u

[@gaelicamericancraic1816]

Nicely done mate.

[@GIALONA46]

Thank you so much for this video. I am new at attempting to podcast. I have a 1204USB mixer, the same as your sister I think, but I am having a tough time setting it up. I am using a virtual audio cable which, I know, you said that you don't like; but I have no idea how to use it or work around it. Please let me know if you ever put out a video on my mixer or if your sister does. I can use all the help I can get. Thanks Again. Lonney Smith

[@Tnerdt1]

+LONNEY SMITH Hello my friend, Using the virtual cable can be tricky. Yes you are using the same as my sister which is basically mine without the effects. Setup is pretty much identical. If you need extra help go ahead and email me [e-mail] I will do what I can to help you. Never give up, creating podcasts and online content is so rewarding.

[@GIALONA46]

Thank you so much for getting back to me. I have been trying Audacity but someone told me to switch to Reaper.fm. now I have two programs that I can't get to work; maybe it is my wiring. I will email you and send a couple of photos of my set up in hopes you can find my errors. Lonney

[@T0FFE]

This was a really helpful video. I'll be getting a 1204 as a starting mixer and I'm certain that this video will be of great use to me. Thank you for the great upload :)

[@allanegleston13]

there is a grageband for windows version . audacity works accross all platforms.

[@Tnerdt1]

+allan egleston Awesome thank you

[@Diegosees]

What an amazing intro!

[@kathygerulaitis]

Wouldn't it be great if he would show where the speaker cables plug into the unit?

[@familybankbusiness]

Thanks for the great breakdown. My mixer is just collecting dust, still can't figure it out for what it's worth. How can I interface with Premiere Pro on my PC? My iMac is older.

[@2mt2mt2mt]

Where the auxiliary out goes to ? into the Skype machine's mic Jack ? And thanks a lot for this great tutorial.

[@Tnerdt1]

Thank you Afshin for checking out the video. To answer your question, I have the Skype mic Lin connected to the aux out. That port is located on the top row towards the right. Life you have any other questions hit me up.

[@Tnerdt1]

afshin hootan You are most welcome sorry for the slow response. The Aux line coming off the mixer goes into the Skype machine's mic in. This way you can set up a mix minus.

[@ronrogers2]

This is excellent. Clear and concise.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Ron Rogers thank you so much, I have had bad comments about this video in the past so it's nice to hear some good for a change. This was one of my first videos I remember how nervous and awkward I felt recording.

[@ivanremus1]

Hello. Great video! I have a question, how can I connect my Behringer Xenyx 1204 USB mixer to my Behringer MDX 4600 gate/compressor? I'm open to suggestions... (for my podcast and it should include a mix minus also, but explained perfectly ). Thank you in advance for your answer.

[@Tnerdt1]

Thank you for the question and watching the video. This mixer is not really meant to use an external gate limiter. The mixer in the video has built in compression knobs. These are not the best in the world but they do an ok job considering the price of this mixer. In order to use an external gate limiter you need a mixer that has line inputs. they are usually 1/4 inputs just under the XLR mic input per channel or they are on the back like on some Mackie mixers.

[@gm2124]

Hi Chris. Just have one more question. In the video, you use a 3.5mm to XLR cable for Skype, not a 3.5mm to mono jacks. Could you tell me more about the different between them? Thanks

[@Tnerdt1]

Max Zhang No problem, I used this connection type so I could get Skype to come into a mic input that has the built in compression. I had tried using a 3.5mm to 1/4 but the sound was not as good, could have been a cheap cable. Having the cable connected on a channel with compression can help with audio quality, cuts out clipping. As a side note I do use software for the post show to adjust preseved audio levels.

[@gm2124]

Total Nerd Takeover thanks a lot

[@Tnerdt1]

No problem Max

[@coreylavender6894]

very good tutorial. Excellent, you explain things very well.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Corey Lavender Thank you very much.

[@jaynic7116]

Just one word. EXCELLENT.

[@jamesday8901]

Loved the video. Just bought it. Have a stupid question, instead of sound effects for ch 7/8 can I use it for music in and music out? If possible let me know what I would connect it to. I've got three laptops. Thanks and have a great one.

[@Tnerdt1]

James Day Thank you for watching the video and for the purchase. When using CH 7/8 you could connect a iPad using the proper cables. Not to mention lap top pc or pretty much anything as a input. Just keep in mind CH 7/8 are audio input channels, if you wanted to have another mix minus you would have to use the fx out similar to using the Aux out. There are so many audio options when using a mixer its hard to actually list them all.

[@kundi13]

Hi ...great video explained. I have xenyx 1832usb fx however...how do i use the fxs on my line 1 channel? Thanks

[@Tnerdt1]

sandeep kundi Make sure you have something plugged into the FX output. Now very similar to how I use the Aux output is how you would use the FX. Think of the Aux and FX as the same except you can add some sound effects to the FX out. If you need more help hit me up

[@utubehound69]

You should do a tut on running a G+ , YT or live-stream ,/ hangouts / super-chat…. I see so many ppl having issues w/the audio & the screen sharing…. doing these I just got this one minus the FX's. I have a good interface that has inserts USB I got the mixer to do some looping petals & other instrument into a powered speaker for drums & bass loops on the out put of the Trio petal as well as the sDrum petal w/a guitar amp combo for stringed instruments. As well as a small set up for jams w/other musicians. But this gave me a whole other application for the mixer. Great job. I'd love to see any tuts on running the live streams like a Live Podcast I suppose w/the YT G+ interface it would be well received I believe & much needed. I'm on a mac. I was just thinking it might not be that hard to take that 1/4" input on Chn 1 & make it an insert jack. I have a buddy that is an audio gear guru he'd know if it could be done easily.

[@medicareLady]

Excellent tutorial! I got the "wanna podcast" last year with my husband. We are working on our own little diddy and I'm learning FROM ZERO about it. I got the Behringer Xenyx 1204 USB and followed the instructions to set up...but your video went over the details so well MUCH better than any other I've seen. Thanks for that. I am stumped on a few parts: I need to connect up my iMac to the mixer. I know you have a split. I don't know what that is or what to call it when I go into Radio Shack and ask for it. I have a second microphone (which my husband and I will speak together on jaw jacking). Where does his headphone plug in? I am using audacity to record. I have Garage Band but don't know anything about it. Have you ever used Audacity? I've only practiced recording (just mic to the computer, no mix board between). Right now I am missing some connection because I cannot hear anything in my headphones despite having the mixer plugged into my computer. Forgive my ignorance - I'm seriously brand new. Like MINUTES new.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Sarita Shoemaker Thank you for your kind words. I think it's great you want to record a podcast with your husband. I can help ya to get started. Just email me your questions [e-mail] I look forward to helping you.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Sarita Shoemaker If you still need my assistants email me. It will be a lot easier that way. [e-mail]

[@ChipperNicodemus]

Super helpful video. Thanks for posting! I just got this mixer for my podcast. Have you thought about replacing your PC w/ an iPad app that has a sound effect machine? What app do you currently use for your effects? Cheers

[@Tnerdt1]

+Chipper Nicodemus Thank you for watching the video and for the suggestion and question. When I first started podcasting my goal was to do it with as little hardware as possible. I wanted to just use a laptop and iPad, that would have worked had I not gone crazy and decided to do other things that required more horse power. Because I use my iMac to record and do the sound effects I use an app called Sound board its not the best but it works. Thanks to having a mixer I can hook almost anything up to it. So I can still use my iPad as a sound board or I can get an actual soundboard the sky is the limit, ok ... also budget lol. If you have any more questions or comments Nicodemus hit me up.

[@llyweiluntunare2232]

Hi There, i know its an old video but i got a question regarding the Phantom power. If i understood you correctly you used the headphone out of the skype machine (where the audio is comming out) to go into the XLR connector on Port 4. Your microphone is connected to XLR on port on. I would like to copy that set up( got the cord here), but i am stumped right now. My mic needs phantom power. Will the phantom power not "fry" the headphone jack on the laptop - as it is connected to an XLR port. Thanks in advance.

[@kbirch50]

Incredibly helpful video, many thanks!

[@Tnerdt1]

+Mammoth EU You are most welcome

[@jobyjoseph1984]

Hi Chris,I have bought xenyx x1204b usb newly.Could you please tell me why the green indicator near to tap button is blinking? Thank you

[@onehundredpercent6134]

Hi very informative can you show more about your imac hook up

[@marcod3080]

Very interesting and clear told. I have one question. Do you use the phantom power for your XLR mic channels? If you do, how does dit effect the input on channel 4 comming from de headphone output of your laptop?

[@finn.hermansen]

Hey Chris. I want to use The Behringer Xenyx X1204 USB for live radio. How do I set it for that - I mean - to setup the microfon and pc is easy enough, BUT how do I make the Sound go out into the air? such as. on an Internet radio station. Hope to hera from You wery soon - because I have to go live on Wednesday. March 25. All the best Finn

[@Tnerdt1]

Hello Finn, If you are going to be solo this should be pretty easy. Hook the mixer up to you main computer. The USB connection will be sending all of your audio from the mixer to the computer. Make sure in your computers sound settings you have the Usb selected for audio in. That will get all audio piped into the mixer to go right to the computer. Next you will want to run what ever live software or website program running on the same machine. The software will be pulling your audio from the Computer to the internet. Thats the solo setup, if you have guests, cohosts and or other audio you want to pipe in through the mixer the setup changes slightly. Example: Your Mic >Mixer > Computer > Software > Internet.

[@finn.hermansen]

Hello Chris. Many thanks for your reply. It sounds to be reasonably simple, but I think I'll try my way forward based on what you write here. What softawre will you use to send live on the internet? And the software must be set up in a special way, to bring the sound out? Best regards Finn

[@Tnerdt1]

Finn G. Hermansen Hello again friend I currently don't have any live podcasts but you could use services like shoutcast or spreaker. As for setting them up they should be pretty strait forward.

[@finn.hermansen]

Hello my friend. You have been most helpful, thank you. I receive my mixer tomorrow, and then I'll try to get it to work. I have already schoutcast, so that part is in place, since I have used both SamBroadcaster and Winamp to broadcast music on the web. Thanks again for the help Chris. All the best - Finn

[@Tnerdt1]

Finn G. Hermansen You are most welcome my friend.

[@cutman3522]

Hello can you use this to play music and record it straight through with the EQ into your computer and get the sound effect that you are using

[@CARUSOGAETANO]

Complimenti !!! Mi hai dato informazioni importanti per quanto riguarda la registrazione. Una sola cosa non ho capito bene, e cioè quel cavo che tu dici sia molto importante che esce da AUX SEND 1, dove va attaccato ? Grazie anticipatamente e ancora complimenti per il video.

[@Tnerdt1]

+GAETANO EMANUELE Caruso Thank you for checking out the video and the question. The Aux 1 is coming out of the mixers Aux channel and is going into the Laptop I am using as a Skype machine into the Mic in line. The laptop I have for Skype has two 3.5mm jacks one for Mic and one for speaker out.

[@jeff-smith]

Can you explain that auxiliary plug please? You only say you need it for the skype split, but you don't say where the other end of the cable goes to? Much appreciated, Jeff

[@girlinagale]

1204 has two independent aux sends/returns, does this mean I can put a compressor in the aux 1 bus and a reverb in aux 2 bus, and choose to send any channel through one or both fx? With an FX send level for 1 and 2?

[@richschultzwithphotostofre3498]

Hi, Wondering if you could let me know what recording software you use for your podcast and do you separate the tracks at all? Thanks Rich

[@Tnerdt1]

+Rich Schultz with Photos To Freedom I am using Garage Band and a external recorder at the same time. I don't split audio tracks other then intro and exit music.

[@sirCULTURE]

Even though you use the FX it would have been nice to see how to use it. How to switch between presets and the like. Thanks though I learned a lot of other stuff here.

[@ScarpioniSaxViolin]

Hello, First of all nice explanation and video. Can you please explain how to use the TAP button (in effects) ? I didn't find in any manual an explanation on how to use it ? Thanks in advance

[@christopher9000p]

The TAP button is for setting the repeat time of delay and echo effects. Just tap it in time with the tempo of the song and it will be in perfect sync. In some cases it can even be used to dictate the speed of modulation effects, like flanger or phaser, or even panning and tremolo.

[@ScarpioniSaxViolin]

Understood. Thank you very much for your answer! Really appreciate it! :)

[@TheAudioDabbler]

Great video on this mixer. I was thinking about doing some youtube live videos for live music performance and some live question driven tutorials. This mixer seems like a good fit. I also shared this with a buddy who as a x1222usb and wants to do some podcasting. This should help him out a lot as well.

[@jordanWAH]

Instead of using your phones to an input, why don't you use aux/fx send to return? This would allow you to run send to fx pedals or a compressor if you want and back to return in stereo or mono. Just curious. Send and return is what I like in a mixer and I was looking at this one on reverb for like $150.

[@theUPTOPKID]

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

[@EPrimeify]

But seriously this is a great overview. It's very informative, really explaining things for newbies like me, I love this so much. My only question is how to get it so people on Skype don't hear a loopback of themselves. Do I need an extra cable? I can't fully understand it.

[@Tnerdt1]

Hello EPrimeify, I am glad this video has helped you. Let me see if I can explain how to fix the Skype issue. If you have your mixer hooked up like mine then you are using two machines. One for recording and one for Skype. The channel that you are using for sky should have a Aux knob like the mixer in this video the knob is red on top. The knob should be set to -00. The Aux knob is used to send audio to the other channels. so the channel your mic is on the Knob can be turned up about a quarter turn depending on your audio levels this will allow the audio to split off so your Skype call can hear you. Just remember the Aux knob for the Skype channel needs to be turned to the lowest setting far left -00. If you need some more help email me [e-mail] I would be more then happy to assist you further.

[@EPrimeify]

Total Nerd Takeover Sadly I have one computer, it's a Mac and there's no mic input. Should I try to fenaggle with Virtual Cable? Or am I doomed.

[@Tnerdt1]

EPrimeify No my friend you are not doomed Virtual Cable will do the trick. I have never used it but have been told it works just a bit tricky to set up. So it may appear the Mac has no mic in, but it should be built into the 3.5mm jack just like a iPhone. one port does both and you can get a cable that will split the audio input and output. Link bit.ly/Startechadapt . now you can have audio go into your Mac from the usb off the mixer and if you have a smartphone you can run Skype on it. Connect the smart phone using the cable and avoid Virtual cable all together. You would just do the mix minus to the smartphone. Hope that helps my friend. Hit me up for more info.

[@EPrimeify]

Total Nerd Takeover I do have an Android Tablet. Should I use that for the skype machine?

[@Tnerdt1]

Yes, I would use what ever you can. The only downfall is it connects to the internet with WIFI, with a strong signal it should not be to much of a issue.

[@ArchangelKid]

So the mixer is like another audio card added via usb cable? & does it replace the voice metter totally? if so that"s a greate device.

[@Soundman333]

OMG! The best manual on youtube . Thanks to you. Hi from Ukraine )

[@Tnerdt1]

Thank you so much

[@calvinpringle2834]

Hello I like your videos can you answer question for me what cables do I need for this mixer thank you very much

[@djfishscottfisher108]

Control Room output for my booth monitor. For some reason if I use an effect on any channel, I cant here the effect through my Phones/Control Room Monitor output. 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

[@comunidadfolkperu]

You know how I can make the connection of the mixer with the sam broadcaster for live radio

[@KurtFuller]

Hi I´m singer on a band and I´m considering purchase this mixer for the rehearsal. I will use it for the voices and the synths and I´d like to know how good/bad quality is this. Are the compresors and FX good enough? Are the preamp mics loud enough and very noisy (ssshhh!!) at half/top volume? Thanks

[@Tnerdt1]

KurtFuller Hello I could have sworn I replied to your question, don't know why it does not show up here. If you still need this question answered hit me up again.

[@akinderreality]

are you recording directly using the mixer in this video - most USB mixers have unacceptable noise-levels, but this sounds pretty clean

[@Tnerdt1]

+akinderreality Great question, Yes I am recording directly into the mixer. One thing I was surprised about with this mixer is how clean the audio is.

[@ScottGulbransen1]

Great video...question: your aux out cable...which you say is going into your Skype PC...for mix-minus, which cable are you using and where is it running to on the Skpye machine? Thx.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Scott Gulbransen I use a 1/4 to 3.5 mono cable. I plug it into the mic input on the laptop. If your laptop only has one 3.5mm jack like a smartphone. Then you will need a break out cable that separates mic from speakers.

[@ScottGulbransen1]

Total Nerd Takeover Thx buddy. Yeah, I have Mac so just one 3.5mm. Do you have a link to the cable type? Thanks again!!

[@ScottGulbransen1]

Thx again for your help. Interesting issue I am having: all hooked up correctly into my MacBook Pro...but the audio levels coming in are low. Even on the board, the meter to the far right barely shows any input. It doesn't light up very much and the recording in garage band is much lower than I'd like. Any ideas on the cause? Appreciate the help...love the channel.

[@Tnerdt1]

Scott Gulbransen I have this same issue, the only way I have been able to get the meter lights higher is to up the volume or the mic gains. However every time I do this I find the audio to be to high and more chance of clipping. So I just keep every thing lower, easier to jack up quite audio that sounds good. If you need more help email me feedback&TNERDT.com

[@ScottGulbransen1]

Thanks my man...appreciate that. I will email you.

[@elisioaugustosousa]

Awesome video! Thank you so much! However, i still have this doubt, i hope you can help me: 1. I would like to have Channel 1 for my mic; and then have 2 separate channels to play music (let's call it deck A - that would be assigned to Channel 2 - and deck B - that would be assigned to Channel 3). I don't have any CDJ, so my music is in my laptop, but I don't know if it's possible to assign via software, deck A (in Traktor, for example) to Channel 2 (in the mixer) and deck B (in Traktor too) to Channel 3 (in the mixer). That would allow me to "simulate" live radio, using a channel to control one deck, and the other channel to control the other deck, while loading the music in the software! Is it possible? Thank you!

[@Tnerdt1]

+elisio sousa This is possible Email me for more info. [e-mail]

[@bobmarlow3953]

Hi there mate - a very good video..very very informative. I was wondering if you can help me. I have the same mixer for 3 months now and I have connected my condenser mic (xlr) on channel 1, connected my monitors and the headphones to the mixer...I am using the usb cable to connect it to the laptop. What I am trying to do is to play a karaoke track on my laptop - which I should be able to hear in the studio headphones over my ears and then when I start singing (using the condenser mic) then I want my vocals to be recorded on a separate channel (not to be mixed with karaoke track) and I want to hear myself real time when singing/recording my vocals... is it even possible with this mixer or should I look for some other mixer that can do what I require

[@nickfish74]

I am looking for a way to set the volume of the incoming sound through the USB. Thank you

[@Tnerdt1]

Well, I use the Usb as an output, but if you are somehow using it as an input the way you would adjust the volume would be from the source. I would need more info about your setup and how you have the USB setup.

[@HVACUncensored]

Can you show where the lines go when come out of the mixer. I have that same mixer and I’m having a hard time hooking everything’s up. My mic works got that down lol

[@Tnerdt1]

email me at [e-mail]

[@michaelslawinski1821]

Great video. Didn't see how to set the led mic levels. Other than that you nailed it.

[@joobrazvishal7551]

yes it a good explanation..but the mix minus output where did he go??back to the skype laptop??

[@PoopyMcdikFace]

Not sure, kinda confused as well , but I know he has it set to zero, definitely made sure to say that over and over.

[@WallStreet749]

Why do you need a USB mixer if you can do recordings with just a USB microphone? Im confused. Can a USB microphone be used if your mixing board isnt USB

[@lipfunction]

my only gripe with this mixer is that when using the headphones and clicking in the red usb button to hear on them, it introduces alot of noise

[@AlanRiplay]

Thanks for the awesome video! Your setup looks great.

[@Tnerdt1]

Thank you so much it has been years in the making.

[@AlanRiplay]

Thanks for replying, man! Highly appreciated. Currently I am also trying to change my setup a bit so that I can use some audio samples (bloopers) into my youtube videos (let's plays), especially when I am gaming with others but also for my podcasts. So I wish to hear these and my voice and my coop-partners should also. I wish to get this running with only 1 laptop (2 monitors) though and have troubles with the latency when hearing myself. Do you know about any software solution to get rid of this delay? I am using a Pronomic M-502, so a very basic mix table, as well as a XLR-microphone. Just want to give it a try asking you as maybe you found some solution over the year;) Buying a new mix table shouldn't be a problem but it shouldn't be too expensive.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Alan Riplay Email me for more help. [e-mail]

[@carlislebaker-jackson9554]

Hi, Really helpful video, this has definitely helped clear up some questions I was having! I've purchased a similar mixer for use for a 3 person podcast. I've seen headphone amps that enable all those involved during recording to hear themselves. Are these the only option? If so how do I connect it to the mixer? TIA

[@Detgadgett]

I am using the usb on my 1204 usb fix mixer. Problem is the main slider volume is very loud at almost off position so I can’t use my microphones at that slider level

[@KevinSmith-nn9yw]

Hello everyone...I have purchased a Xenyx X1204USB model from Behringer... I have connected the USB cable from mixer to my laptop.... I havent bought speakers yet but I do have Sony MDR 7506 headphones that I will be using... basically I am a newbie in this field and all I want is to play a karaoke track on my laptop or iphone, hear the song using my closeback headphones and then sing using my condenser mic and record the music along with my voice directly into the laptop and then apply all effects... This may be a very basic question for all the experts here but how can I accomplish what I am looking for

[@Tnerdt1]

+Kevin Smith So let me understand this to best advise you. You have 1 computer that will be playing the music and recording your while you sing? You will be sending the audio out of your PC to the mixer from a speaker out port , that plugs into a audio input on the mixer? like channel 3 for example? You will be pushing your voice from the mixer USB out to the computer USB in? You want to play music on the PC have it go into the mixer so you can hear it through the headphones? This way you can sing the song and have your voice recorded? Do you want the music recorded also?

[@KevinSmith-nn9yw]

+Total Nerd Takeover Hi...let me try to answer your queries one at a time... 1. I have 1 laptop and I am using audacity software on it. I have got karaoke mp3 which I can import as track 1 in audacity and 2. I have a headphone connected to mixer so that I can hear the karaoke mp3 which is played on laptop and audio input on the mixer is heard via the headphones connected to mixer (I dont have speakers connected to mixer just have the headphone) 3. I have connected my condenser mic to channel 1 on mixer and yes I want to send my voice from mixer to laptop via USB 4. Yes I want to play music on PC and have it go to mixer so I can hear on headphone so that I can sing and have my vocal recorded. I already have a karaoke mp3 so dont need to record the music. However, once I apply all effects to my vocal track then eventually I would like to mix the music (karaoke) track and my vocal track to have an overall track of my vocal with music. Hope that made sense

[@chrisboyd7015]

what is the best setting for singing thanks

[@SuperMercenary1]

What are all of the cables you will need for this mixer? Example: XLR cables, red-white cables, converters, ect?

[@Tnerdt1]

Thats tricky, how many mics will you be using? will you be connecting iPhone to iPad? Maybe some other type of smartphone? Ant musical equipment? How about a laptop you use for Skype cohosts? The most used cables on my current set up are XLR and balanced 1/4 break out and regular cables.

[@RobKansasEP]

Hey again Chris. After a ton of research, I'm ready to buy a mixer for my podcast. This Behringer seems to have everything I need, yet I keep on going deeper down the rabbit hole, perhaps over-analyzing the different options. I'm sure I'd be happy with this Xenyx but just mildly concerned over what I've heard about Behringer pre-amps being a bit noisy. Though your audio sounds just fine on it, so again, maybe I'm over thinking it. You mentioned near the beginning of the vid that you'd prefer a better mixer if you had to do it all over again. Any particular model? I think for me, it's down to this Behringer Xenyx X1204USB, The Mackie Pro FX8, and The Yamaha MG12XU. All of them seem to have advantages and disadvantages but I'm still looking for some kind of 'WOW factor' to make me go in a certain direction. The Xenyx has tremendous value, the Mackie's are made well and are supposed to have pre-amps better than the Behringer. The Yamaha looks cool and has some good features too ($100 more expensive too). It's mainly going to be myself, an in-studio co-host, and some Skype calls. Plus we'll attach a computer/smart-phone for effects, clips, etc. So it's not going to be terribly complex, but as you said, 'wouldn't describe it as easy either'. Haha! Anyways, would love to know if there's a particular mixer you'd pick today over this one for someone like me. Thanks a mil! Your vids are tremendously helpful.

[@Tnerdt1]

Hello again Robert, I totally understand going down the rabbit hole. I have been very satisfied with my Behringer Xenyx while it is true the preamp can have some noise I have only noticed it when pushing the audio levels to high. I was also looking at the Mackie Pro FX8 for the same reasons you mentioned ( less preamp noise) For just podcasting I think the Yamaha is to much. There is a variation of my mixer that my sister ended up getting that lacks the FX, little cheaper but is basically the same as mine ( link down below) .I never use the FX part of my board and should have got the Xeny with no FX and saved a few bucks lol. I would stick with either the Behringer or the Mackie. Both great mixers for the money and what we do. I went with the Behringer for the built in compression, while not as effective as a stand alone compressor gate limiter it did help to reduce the total equipment cost and you can get around having the extra equipment by practicing good audio etiquette. The Mackie lacks the built in compression from what I can tell, but has Insert ports used to connect a stand alone compressor gate limiter. That would have added to my coast and setup not to mention the complexity of my podcast. I do just fine without the extra hardware and find the compression knob and the software in my recording software do a great job in this regard. I lean more towards the Behringer because of the built in compression that will save you money and set up but the Mackie is a great mixer for podcasting also. When I mentioned a better mixer at the time I thought I needed a giant super expensive mixer with digital everything and multiple outputs to split the audio channels coming out. I later realized that was crazy and a waste of money for what I do lol. I left some Affiliate links down below for 3 Mixers I recommend. I get a small kick back and no extra cost to you. But please do a search and find the cheapest price you can before using my affiliate links. Hope this helps Robert and I am here for any help I can give. Behringer Xenyx with FX www.amazon.com/Behringer-X1204USB-BEHRINGER-XENYX/dp/B0039PPW60%3FSubscriptionId%3D0ENGV10E9K9QDNSJ5C82%26tag%3Dtotnertak-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB0039PPW60 Behringer Xenyx No FX www.amazon.com/Behringer-Xenyx-1204USB-12-Channel-Mixer/dp/B00871VO5Y%3FSubscriptionId%3D0ENGV10E9K9QDNSJ5C82%26tag%3Dtotnertak-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00871VO5Y Mackie Pro FX8 www.amazon.com/Mackie-PROFX8-8-Channel-Mixer/dp/B00352MHGA%3FSubscriptionId%3D0ENGV10E9K9QDNSJ5C82%26tag%3Dtotnertak-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00352MHGA

[@RobKansasEP]

Thanks for all the extra insight! I think I'll wind up with the Behringer ... I'd be happy to buy through you, but unfortunately, it says these items only ship in the U.S. (I'm in Toronto, Canada!) Thanks again for all your help though Chris. I'm going to start checking out your other videos too.

[@Tnerdt1]

Robert Trepanier I think you will be happy with the Behringer. Thank you for checking out my other videos, and if you need any more help I am here. Good luck

[@dcubeismynick]

Thanks for your reply. In that case, what determines the quality of my mix down, it's d input sound card or output sound card. Cos I know that d on board sound card of the P.C is not as good as the USB mixer sound processor.

[@Tnerdt1]

+David Dare If I am understanding your question correct the mix down, atleast in my set up is determined by how I compress my audio. I use the software on my iMac to compress and edit the audio.

[@dcubeismynick]

This is what I mean. Consider these two cases using the mixer x1622 as a case study 1. If I use the USB sound card of the behringer mixer as the input and I use the on board sound card on my laptop as the output 2. 1. If I use the USB sound card of the behringer mixer as the output and I use the on board sound card on my laptop as the input. With which of the two cases am I like to have a better music production? + Is it the input strength of a sound card that determines music quality or its output strength? Thanks

[@Tnerdt1]

+David Dare Sorry David for the late response, Case study 1 will be the best case scenario in my opinion. But there is so much more involved to get the best audio you can. Like good quality audio input from mic's and cables, having no interference and the right levels. I think these are more important then the input or output device. With my set up the sound gets mixed and the input levels are controlled by the mixer. The usb output does nothing but convert the analog signal to digital audio. That way my computer can take in the digital audio. I do this so I can better handle the edits in the program I use. My recorded audio after compression etc is then sent to the internet for podcast hosting or video etc. To get the best quality of audio into what ever system you use will depend on what you are inputing in the first place, quality clean audio or messy noisy audio. There are a lot of things to consider here, I would recommend testing and tweaking your setup until you get the quality you are looking for. I hope that helps if you need more or want to talk more about it hit me up.

[@mikestipstricksreviews7178]

Great video!!! I have been recording for years with a Behringer mixer (one of the older Xenyx models that's not usb so I have a usb audio interface. I record mainly guitar but I a looking to do a podcast and some product reviews for KZbin. MY question for you is where does your Aux out go to? You mention "mix/minus" but I am not familiar with that term? Could you explain a bit more? Thanks!!

[@Tnerdt1]

Mike's Tips, Tricks & Reviews Yes I have been very happy with this mixer, to answer your question. The Aux out is going to a secondary laptop as a mic in 3.5mm. From that laptop I have coming out of the speaker headphone jack 3.5mm going into 4 acting as a mic. What a mix minus does is allow me to mix all the audio and send it out to the different machines I have hooked up mines the separate laptop that I use for Skype. That way the Skype call can hear any sound effects I play but won't hear them selfs back. I hope that made sense? If you need more help please hit me up again. Thank you for your question and for checking out the video.

[@finn.hermansen]

Hej Chris. I have to interrupt you again. It is now finally succeeded for me to mount my mixer between two PCs, so the sound can come out on the web. Unfortunately, it sounds terrible. What am I doing wrong. I mounted cables as you can see in the picture, and when the sound should be on the net, so it goes via Shoutcast through Vimamp and on the internet via PC 2. From PC 1 goes the sound from either Radio DJ or another player. If I am not using the mixer, and plays the sound using winamp on the net, it sounds fine. It is only when sound going through the mixer it goes wrong. Heeeeeeeeeeeeelp Oh - how do I set up a picture here? All the best Finn

[@easyjohnny4320]

@TNERDT great video. One question, where does your AUX go? To the same laptop where your Skype comes from? Or you have two laptops?

[@Tnerdt1]

Sorry for the confusion, I need to make a new mixer video. Yes the AUX goes to my single Skype laptop.

[@BarrettPrimeGames]

Hello, im trying to figure out how to connect this to my PC. Ive got my mic pluged in (shure pg42) but i have no idea what cables i need to get to connect it to my PC. As far as i can tell i need some RCA cables but what size? (if thats even what i need)

[@Tnerdt1]

+Barrett Prime well I have mine hooked up with the USB as and audio input. I then use my 3.5 headphone jack as an audio output that plugs into channels 5and 6 using a cable that 3.5mm to stereo 1/4 jacks. If you need more details you can email me at [e-mail] easier that way.

[@RJPala]

I'm a total newbie when it comes to mixers, but my one question is on the 3.5mm cables going into the laptop; is there a specific sort needed for each, is there a specific aux cable for mic inputs and specific for audio outputs or does any regular auxiliary cable connection work?

[@Tnerdt1]

+Robert Pallin it really depends on what you are going to connect. Some times you may need to us a balanced cable or a mono cable. It really depends on the usage and your audio goals.

[@RJPala]

I done this, but the sound coming out on the skype callers end, not their sound coming to us, their sound coming to us is perfect, but the sound going to them is very low and also has a lot of static. Sounds like a robot a little. Any ideas?

[@TheChronic1976]

very imformative will soon be getting this mixer

[@navidsyed]

can i bypass the mixer preamp if I am using external mic preamp and how to do that?

[@Tnerdt1]

+Navid Syed I have never needed to do this, however it is my understanding that lowering the gain will effect how much preamp is used from the mixer.

[@JackGrambo]

Don't have this mixer, but I would think that you would not use Inputs 1-4 (which have built in mic preamps) but rather use one of the other inputs 5-12, because your external pic preamp is sending out a line level signal.

[@stnation5895]

any advise on clipping. and should my cpu sound be set to the mixer. i also get low lights on the meter when i talk into it. thanks for any help.

[@Tnerdt1]

+Wes Hyland I also get low lights on my meter on the mixer. Also in my recording software. What I did to combat clipping was lowered the gain or the volume of the mic. Being below 0db gives you some head room. If you find the recording a little low you can give it a little boost in post and still have good audio with no clips.

[@Safar1967]

Can you advise and demonstrate me how to recording Xenyx 1204USB

[@Tnerdt1]

+Muhammed Chinnatty We can talk about that in emails. [e-mail]

[@jamesmawditt]

Hello mate, we are really struggling to get the desired level on our mixer, the first level of lights just about shows up! we have upped the gain slightly but wondered if there is anything simple that we are missing? Still very new to the podcasting world.

[@Tnerdt1]

+James Mawditt Totally understand, please email me [e-mail] its easier for me to help you through email.

[@nrave9244]

Thank you so much for that Video =) I recently got myself the XENYX 1204 for Twitch Streaming too, but I guess i´m running in some Issues, when I Plugin a XLR to 3.5mm TSR for my Music Line or Voice Chat Line the sound is a little bit more strange, less depths and struggeling with bass and kind of crackling sound, I tried plugging a ground loop isolator between but that didn´t work, may you have an advice =)

[@CedricJamesLucas]

Where do you connect the auxiliary jack to?

[@leonardoalvarezquintero2445]

I have a big doubt about this mixer, I'll try to explain you. I can use this mixer as mixer dj? I mean, in a mixer dj I can hear by headphones each channel without volume, with the fader volume down (low). Is it possible in this mixer using?

[@Tnerdt1]

+Jorge Leonardo Alvarez Quintero I don't think this mix is for you my friend.

[@leonardoalvarezquintero2445]

+Total Nerd Takeover Thanks to answer, but it isn't useful. :(

[@izninternetsports8172]

Hello! I have a Monoprice 615810 USB mixer, and am trying to figure out how to connect it to my computer, to hear myself and to be able to send sound through it. I am doing high school basketball broadcasts, and am looking for a way to improve my audio. Would I need an auxiliary out cable, or RCA- to 3.5 mm cables to do this connection, or would I just use a USB B to USB A cable to connect it with the computer? Thank you very much!

[@Tnerdt1]

+IZN Internet Sports I would love to help ya. I think it will be easier if you email me [e-mail]

[@EDeanCole]

Hey. If I use the 800 Condenser Microphone does the Mixer provide the Phantom Power to it ?