Universal Audio OX Amp Top Box Full Hook-up And Install

[@0bj503]

Finally! So many videos of people talking about it and none of actually setting it up...except this one! Thank you!

[@AnotherSixStringerChannel]

100%!!! Lots of ‘cool dudes’ playing riffs, nobody explaining how to connect/use it! Thank you!

[@Loathello]

Yes! Wish I'd found this video before I wasted an hour of my life watching people who are not very good guitarists and learning nothing.

[@jasonbell1939]

Very Helpful and straightforward! I would add that for Windows 10 users in order to connect the ox to your Wi-Fi you have to first go into the app itself while the Ox Wi-Fi is connected to your computer and go to settings and then select your Wi-Fi network and enter your Wi-Fi password . This is a little different than what is shown in the video at 6:11 for Mac users. Still informative and helpful. Thanks for making this video!

[@thespectralights2072]

Thank you! I would’ve been completely lost without this video. They really do not make anything user friendly

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Glad I could help! -Kevin

[@thespectralights2072]

@@Crypticmaskguitaractually I’m still lost. 😅 I’m trying to connect the ox to a focusrite, and run through studio one 6. But I’m lost

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Rite out how your using it and the chain and ill try and help you - Kevin

[@keithhatfield2119]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! This video was a lifesaver. My wonderful wife and I toggled back and forth, baby step by baby step setting up the wi-fi connection for my new iPad and Ox Amp Top Box. I now have access to the Rig Control effects, which makes me a very happy camper!!! I will be referencing your video again when I'm ready to hook up and record with my Appolo Twin.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

If any other problems arise let us know and we will do our best to help you through it, please subscribe and hope all is well - Kevin

[@Jamesppatterson]

Awesome video! Very helpful. No fluff and it delivers the goods and gets me up and running immediately. Thank you!

[@56WagonWheel]

Your time stamps are a great idea, I wish more people would do that

[@ginob615]

This is exactly how every tutorial should be formatted. Love the way you present! Will sub for more conent.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Thanks for the sub!

[@easonwat4920]

a big thank you from 2024!

[@howieh7877]

Thanks so much for this video. Helped me so much today to get my OX up and running with my DAW. Cheers

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Great to hear!

[@dominicmauricio2474]

Great job, thanks. Ordering my Ox today

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Thank you, and congrats on the new buy -Kevin

[@josh000005]

very comprehensive quick setup guide. Worked perfectly fine - Thx fir the video :)

[@justusspillner953]

Number one, I very much appreciate your through, albeit, concise video on setup. Number two, I've been weirded out a few times in my life. But you took home the prize when you put your finger to your lips and said "you had me at.....". So weird!! And hilarious!! Thanks again.

[@richdubose]

Very helpful. Thank you for taking the time. Got me up and running.

[@ylmicha78]

Thank you so much for your explanation. Can I use RCA to XLR cable to connect OX to my arrow audio interface?

[@jameslugo]

Greatest video ever!!!!!!!!! I finally registered it. Thanks man.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Glad it helped! - Kevin

[@TheRealDavidEllis]

Just got one of these, and your video was invaluable. Thank you!

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Thanks for checking out the video and i hope you co sider subscribing to the channel - Kevin

[@TheRealDavidEllis]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Done!

[@ericg4893]

Extremely helpful. Thanks

[@PatrickDesmeules]

Do you believe that I could have damaged something if I used shielded cables?

[@adamdavies7502]

Excellent video 👍. Just one question.... at the end why did you select 2 armed tracks for recording I usually select one using Spidif? Cheers

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Two and stereo split if recording only 1 guitar or hard left and next track hard right if using two guitars to give an extra thick rythm track

[@adamdavies7502]

@@Crypticmaskguitar ahh I see so when recording with one guitar....you arm two tracks and hard pan in the OX app and UA console so each track has a separate microphone from the OX to blend in the DAW?

[@benspeeds]

Thanks for this setup video! Mucho Gacias!

[@andersmou]

Thanks for making this video!

[@matthewleger5605]

Thanks so much.

[@quocpham8738]

I'm wanting to use the line outs on the ox but I only have one input left on my focusrite. Will a trs y cable solve the problem?

[@radiopete7290]

Okay thanks for your help, I've got it rigged up to the App and my Amp. And it sounds awesome in the cans! Now to hook it up to Spdif and connect to my DAW. Cubase. Any tips for this other than this vid?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Everything you need to know is in the video, If anything do not cheap out on a good quality cable, but thats up to you - Kevin

[@radiopete7290]

@@Crypticmaskguitar wise words indeed, yes I will have to order them Thanks again

[@dubreg6711]

thanks this really helped me

[@cerrito7806]

can yo explain the "console" you mention.. setting up 5 and 6 you did... what program is the "console"??

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Its the console from an universal audio apollo

[@Avim111]

Hi, I'm interested in the ox box, all the demos are very convincing and everything looks great. I have a question if after the installation everything works well or if there are problems that the computer needs to be fixed again for it to work. This is the only thing that worries me because my big problem is that after they come to install the ox for me, problems will start that I have to deal with. Because I'm really not good at working with a computer, I'm pretty analog. Thank you

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

So I’m not fully following your question, but im going to try and answer it. 1. The ox is very much an analog style device if you are using it just as the attenuator, Plug it in properly as shown in the video and its an awesome attenuator. 2. Is your intention to use it as a cab modeller, you don’t need a computer, you can use several different devices to control the digital side of things. Has this answered your question, if not message back and ill try to help you out - Kevin

[@Avim111]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Really thank you for answering me and thank you very much for your time. My question is if I use it to record in my home studio. The question is if sometimes there could be a problem with settings on the computer. I ask because this device is used for recording. This is what bothers me and stops me from buying. Thank you very much

[@Avim111]

And regarding section 2, how else can you use the cab and effects app. without a computer? thank you very much

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

@@Avim111 you can use an IPAD or tablet to control the app - Kevin

[@Avim111]

@@Crypticmaskguitar I understood that there is a problem with connection. Thanks

[@ylmicha78]

I really apprecite your video. I have a quick question. If I connect my powered monitor (just one monitor) from LINE/MON OUT, can I use Y cable (2 ts, 1 trs)? And will I be able to get the OX's digital sound (Rerverb, EQ, Delay...) through the monitor? Thanks in advance.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

From the manual: The stereo outputs are not summed to mono when only when output is connected. When using a stereo preset (such as when microphones are panned or with stereo effects). Connect both outputs to hear both stereo channels.

[@zz78504]

how about the turn off?just turn off the amp then turn off the ox amp?Thanks

[@gigios9666]

hi, what is the output used by the jcm 900 head?

[@dario5150]

the best review thank's

[@blueyepaul]

Thanks mate, much appreciated. I notice there isn't a log off icon on the Ox app when you have finished jamming, i assume you just close the app?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Correct

[@glenguldbeckmusic3410]

Great video!!! You are plugging your guitar into the amp, yes? Not into the UA Apollo hi-z input? Thanks...

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yes, i am plugged into the amplifier, the ox is between the amp and the speaker (where you usually would just have a speaker cable connecting the head to the cab). You can then connect to the Apollo by either SPIDF, ADAT or LINE OUT. If you are using the hi Z input the ox and amp does not need to be turned on as you most likely are recording only Hi-z or you are using unison amplifiers on your apollo.

[@glenguldbeckmusic3410]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Morning!! Thanks so much for clarifying that info. I appreciate it. The sounds out of the OX and my Two-Rock Bloomfield Drive are “off the charts” good. Your video was perfectly timed for me as I’m now wanting to record guitar parts and recently began diving into UA Luna. Cheers and be safe out there!!!!

[@MichaelGuy]

doesn't the audio trs to trs left right >>> ox out -- carry the profile (effects etc ) too? I think so. The ipad just controls the box.... then either spdif or analogue stereo out. The cab can be engaged to also mic a real cab while you are playing a stereo image out IE.... real miced cab + aux LR out + real cab (mic) out....

[@drewdamen]

I'm hearing a mechanical hum when plugged into my Apollo Twin. I'm hooked up via instrument cable into the guitar input on the Apollo. Will S/PDIF connection instead of Line-in be better for this? Also, is two tracks necessary for S/PIDF recording (sorry if stupid question)? Thanks for the video.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

So first off looking at the hum issue. so do a full entire shut down of everything, this usually fixes the audible hum, Ive had the hum happen twice in the years that i have owned it and this completely fixed that issue both times, with regards to spidf two tracks is the way to go but if you want just one you can change that in console to 1 track, hope this helps - Kevin

[@andyholley6127]

Is it possible simultaneously attenuate your live speaker cab and send the DI signal with cab sim and onboard effects to FOH or to a powered wedge for a wet/dry setup?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yes, what goes to your speaker cab is always attenuated and nothing in the app will effect the sound from amp, knob to control volume is on the front, you also have a line out , spidf etc that can be sent to wherever you - Kevin

[@andyholley6127]

Thank you

[@indioseletronicos]

I have a fender delux reverb-amp hand-wired and I just bought a UA ox... and I don't know if I can use both... do you know what could I do, please? Thanks a lot.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

1. Is it the head or combo amp 2. If its a combo it has to be able to disconnect from the speaker load 3. Check RMS that it doesn’t exceed the reccomended Wattage in the manual I own a 77 super reverb head and it works great, set it up for 8 ohms.. I hope this answered your question - Kevin

[@austinm7738]

Extremely helpful thank you 🙏🏽

[@mikmc]

Great run through, I have a question if I may. I have a combo amp that only has an EXT.speaker jack. The cable from the speaker is wired straight into the amp 'head' . No internal spkr jack Is that an issue and will I need to get another jack fitted if I buy the Ox? Thanks in advance

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Ya unfortunately you need that separation in order to attenuate the amplifier or its gonna be crazy loud. You will need to convert your combo into a head or replace it with a head in order to use it with the ox, also it needs to be a tube head as solid state will damage the unit. The speaker out will allow you to hook it up to attenuate another speaker that you would hook into the ox but not the initial combo amp as that would stay at initial volume until you disconnect the speaker, this needs to be done properly or you will damage your amp as the load needs to be carried properly to the ox, i suggest a professional to do this for you. Hope this answers your question - Kevin

[@mikmc]

@@Crypticmaskguitar thanks very much for the detailed answer, much appreciated 🙏

[@soccerman127]

Do you NEED a cabinet for the Ox? Can you just go from a amp head into the Ox, then the Ox's line output straight to an audio interface, speaker monitors, and PA system?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yes you can use OX without a cab - Kevin

[@soccerman127]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Thanks

[@anasaziprog]

thank you for your video :-)

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Thank you for checking us out and please subscribe for more content - Kevin

[@nrutal]

Hey, Thanks for the video, I search for information about this product which I just can't understand yet, Can I connect the OX only AMP like Mesa Boogie 25 to record through a DI without a speaker connected at the back? Is there a way to bypass the Speaker section if I just wanna use the AMP Head? I can't figure out the logic of connecting speaker if I just wanna use the head and their program emulating different cabinets ?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

all the speaker option is for is that you can hear it through your own speaker plus you can use the ox as an intinuator, this way you can crank your amp to get that pushed sound with the tubes glowing and keep the volume low (TOTALLY OPTIONAL)... if you just wanna use the software, you just plug the head into the ox and that's it (obviously you would have to make a connection to your interface but that's it) short answer = don't plug in a speaker, use the ox app to select your speaker and mics etc.. Hope this answered your question - Kevin

[@nrutal]

@@Crypticmaskguitar thank you! It did answer my question.

[@MARBSTUDIO]

will TOSLINK work with rme babyface fs, sorry don't quite understand this yet

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Message a video that features that piece of equipment, i have never used it or looked into it so i do not know - Kevin

[@SnoMan1818]

What do you mean by use proper ohm procedures? And I don't get how u hook up to your Amp still... U had it plugged into red then unplugged it and said the step was optional

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Hey Dennis, Sounds Like A Lil Miss Understanding, Here Is A Breakdown Of The Miscommunication I Hope Clears Things Up A Bit #1. What do you mean by use proper ohm procedures? A. Make Sure You Connect 4 ohm - 4 ohm, 8 ohm - ohm, 16 ohm - 16 ohm, don't mix and match #2. And I don't get how u hook up to your Amp still? A. Plug Speaker Cable From Back Of Head (4 ohm) Plug Other End Into Red Jack On Ox Set Dial On Ox To 4 ohm Grab Another Speaker Cable Plug Into Black Jack On Back Of Ox Plug Other End Of Cable Into Your Guitar cabs 4 ohm jack #3.U had it plugged into red then unplugged it and said the step was optional? A.Using A Cab With The Ox Is Optional, I Removed The Red So People Would Not Confuse The Inputs (You Can Cause Alot Of Damage If You Connect Improperly) I Hope I Answered Your Question, Please Subscribe And Hope To Hear More From You Soon - Kevin

[@bigpk2003]

I am having problems using the spdif and recording a second ox track. The original tracks bleed through and I cannot for the life of me figure out how fix this. Any advice?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

I’m a little confused on your question, please send a small video to us through our facebook page so i can further understand the issue - Kevin

[@bigpk2003]

@@Crypticmaskguitar I figured it out. There was a loop and I thought my input should be ch 3/4. Which are the monitor inputs. But it also allowed me to record. Once I switched to the default 9/10 for spdif it works fine. As usual operator error.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yeah that happens sometimes, Glad you figured it out - Kevin

[@DR-iz9tg]

Hello tricrow studios, i have a question. i still hear a faint noise through the guitar speaker when the speaker level on the ox box is set to 0 . is this normal or is it an issiue. there are some pages who try to answer that question but no one seems to know exactly. thx a lot for answering.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

I’ve seen this a few times with my own unit... once i power down completely and power it up again it will work fine, you will also notice this through a daw as well with an audible noise... Just full shut down and flash up of everything and that has always solved the problem. If not it may be a grounding issue or something else. Hope this helps - Kevin

[@DR-iz9tg]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Hello Kevin, thx man. gounding issiues in case of the plug i m using or the speaker cables i use . i will try this out. THX a lot for your answer!!!

[@blueyepaul]

Q: How do you connect a combo tub amp. Lets say a Vox AC39HW60 bit confused where some of these the leads go including the guitar lead. Instructions are poor. Your help would be much appreciated.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Your AC30HW60 would be connected like this: Connect a speaker cable from your amplifiers Power Output jacks 8 or 16 ohms input and plug the other end into the RED from Amp input on back of UA Ox (With A Speaker Cable) ((((This allows you to put the UA Ox in between the connection of the amplifier and speaker)))) Plug your external speaker connection from your amplifier into the speaker input on the back of the UA OX labeled speaker. “If it can reach” or grab another speaker cable and plug one end into an external cabinet and the other end into the ua ox speaker input, you will need to disconnect the combo speaker connection if you go the external cab route because it will bypass the attenuator wrt the combo speakers Ensure you have set the ohms to match the 8 or 16 ohms connection you made on the back of the amplifier and into your cabinet… If your having trouble locating the external speaker inputs you may need to remove the too back panel to gain access.. I hope this helps, Merry Christmas and Happy New Years - Kevin

[@joe_plays_music]

When you power off the ox, first you turn off the tube Amp and then the ox.. It's correct?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yes. Power on ox first then amplifier.... turn off amplifier and then turn ox off last. - Kevin

[@joe_plays_music]

@@Crypticmaskguitar hey guy just a little doubt: when you say turn off the amp it means put it on standby and than completely off?.. At last turn off the OX..? Or the right sequence is: Put on standby the amp Turn off the ox Turn off the amp?? Sorry... I ask this 'cause until now I always did the first action.. But when I finally turn off the ox I always heard a "chunk" noise at the end. The ox still working..

[@MrDrSirGuyManJr]

I'm confused about how to connect the Ox to my Apollo x8p. In both the video and the manual it says to connect to the x8p's S/PDIF input but also says "Although TOSLINK optical cables are also used for digital connections in ADAT format, this port outputs S/PDIF format only and is incompatible with ADAT optical inputs" but the only input I see as a possibility is labeled ADAT S/MUX. And again it says the ox output is "incompatible with ADAT inputs." So how and where do I connect?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Page 26 of your x8p manual states that you can set it to spidf through your input console strip, make sure you have the proper toslink cable and you are fine, adat and toslink cables look identical but they are different - Kevin

[@MrDrSirGuyManJr]

Okay, thanks!

[@ChiliPumpTheFunk]

Will this work with combo amps?...

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

As Long As You Have Speaker Outputs And Its A Tube Amp Your Gold - Kevin

[@travlr423]

what method should i use to connect the ox to my apollo X4?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Optical in is the way i would hook it up that way you have more control - Kevin

[@travlr423]

@@Crypticmaskguitar I tried hooking a s/pdif cable to the "spdif in"on my apollo. but it doesnt seem to be doing anything to the effects and Im not make any changes as for as cabinets etc. using the app. maybe i dont have the right kind of cable, i dont know.

[@jordannyc2769]

You did not explain how you did plug the Ox Box into your mac. 2017 macs dont have any audio input, how did you achieve this part? Say you have an old mac that still has some sort of audio input, how would you do with latest models? thanks

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

are you asking how to connect to your Mac so it will capture sound or so you can use the Software? To capture sound you would want an Audio Interface and you would use Wifi to connect and use the Software Interface. Kevin could tell you more, though. Cheers -Ryan

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

You connect your computer with Wifi, download the ox amp top box app and follow the instructions, to hook the ox to your interface all ways are included in the video, the software can be used via a computer or ipad, - Kevin

[@jordannyc2769]

TriCrow Studios yeah I’m talking to capture the sound. Ox box has no usb nor lightning output while macs have no audio input

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

It's not an Audio Interface. You need to purchase an Audio Interface in order to record the sound. Cheers -Ryan

[@nmichels]

Can someone help me with this. Just took the OX out of the box. Downloaded the app for Mac OS (I have a Mac mini), and it still can't "find the ox" even after I set the wifi to the OX hotspot wifi.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Gotta click the wifi signal on ur mac mini and select ox, its a pain in the rear but it should work - Kevin

[@nmichels]

Hi Kevin. I did select the Wi-Fi ‘OX” and app still can’t find it. I’ve been chatting with UA and they can’t seem to help me much so far.

[@yjm100playloud]

Hi there, Can you please which 1/4” cable i use to ox to interface. Thanks

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Line out

[@yjm100playloud]

I mean which cable do i use

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Instrument cable, a speaker cable are only used for cables that are coming in contact with the back of the amplifier and speaker all other cables from the ox to the interface are normal instrument cables, or a spidf or optical cable if you choose to take that route. - Kevin

[@yjm100playloud]

Thanks

[@DirtyJohnny]

Does it really matter which one you turn on first OX or Tube Amp

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yes, it is extremely important to turn the ox on first..... DON’T operate any tube amp without an output load such as a guitar speaker or OX. Using a tube amp without an output load can permanently damage the tube amp as well you will have a massive blast of sound that can damage your hearing - Kevin

[@jamesemerson4102]

Can someone please just answer this simple question. My interface does not have optical in. It's got 2 mic ins and a 1/L output and 2/R output. It's the Apollo solo. For goodness sake what is the cable or cables that I need? why does everything UA have to be a pain in the arse? and why does every cable have 57 Letters and numbers next to it's name just to confuse you even more. Ridiculous. Yes, I'm a noob.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

1L and 2R= Monitor Connection Mic Line 1&2= Male XLR or TRS Jacks TRS = Guitar Cable XLR = Microphone Cable

[@manuelg9196]

What’s the best way to record with the OX BOX?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

I USE SPIDF - Kevin

[@RubenSansaRivero]

TriCrow Studios the interface have to be in the same rate sampler/bit or can be hight? Like 96k 32bit?

[@АлександрАнтонов-н1е]

Огромное человеческое спасибо!

[@seanbeebe9407]

Do I need to use a speaker cable for line out of ox box to interface or will regular instrument cable work? I'm using universal audio arrow and only have xlr or 1/4 inputs on this interface.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

LINE / MONITOR Outputs (21) The Left and Right LINE / MON outputs are for connecting OX to the analog line-level stereo inputs of studio monitors, a computer audio interface, or other audio equipment. Both ¼” jacks can accept balanced TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) or unbalanced TS (tip-sleeve) connections. OX’s front panel LINE OUT knob controls the level at these outputs. At the minimum position (0), the outputs are off. Note: Use only shielded line/instrument cables with these outputs. Don’t connect unshielded speaker cables here.

[@radiopete7290]

I don't have WiFi - How do I connect to my PC? I have ethernet

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Wifi only limits the app. You can still use the OX, if you want to use the app you’ll need to connect it wirelessly, not sure what your using but unless your running an old PC that is windows XP via early 2010’s and has no wireless capability ur computer is what sends the signal to the ox regardless of the initial connection… if you can set the signal for recognition on the back of the ox and download the ox app and it can receive wirelessly u will be fine but keep in mind you will have no internet access while using the app… sucks but it is what it is because ur exchanging your internet connection for the ox connections - Kevin

[@radiopete7290]

@@Crypticmaskguitar thanks Kevin, I'm going to get a WiFi PCI card - that should do the trick? Yeah

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Yeah that should work

[@jokomo2833]

I’m just trying to connect from a tube amp. But there aren’t any videos on how to? Jesus

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Full hookup of your amplifier head is shown and explained in this video, amp head plugs into red jack and your speaker if you have one plugs into the speaker jack all other external connections are explained as well in video, i hope the video helps you with hooking up your UA OX, its an awesome piece of gear - Kevin

[@jakecal6802]

I got so scared turning this shit on. Felt like I was arming a bomb when I put my victory at 10

[@gtrslinger6262]

using windows -nothing but trouble