What Does Group 1-2 Do? | Audio Mixer Setup

Curious about what Group 1-2 does on your audio mixer? You're in the right place! In this video, we'll demystify the function of Group 1-2 and how it fits into your audio mixing setup.
Join us as we break down the purpose and practical uses of Group 1-2 on your mixer. Whether you're a beginner exploring the world of audio mixing or a seasoned pro looking to brush up on your skills, we'll provide clear and concise explanations to help you understand this essential feature.
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0:00 - Introduction
0:41 - Featured Equipment
0:55 - Price & Specs
1:05 - Where Is Group 1-2?
1:33 - Group 1-2 Setup
3:24 - Feed a Specific Output (Subs, Rooms, etc.)
5:27 - Submix a Group of Channels
6:54 - External Effects Engine (Reverb, Delay, etc.)
8:30 - External Compressor
9:28 - Additional Options
10:22 - Final Thoughts
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[@sangeethpaul]

Well Explained❤Very Helpful

[@lahkesiss]

Also, it's worth noting that the PAN knob can also be used to send channels into either group 1 or group 2 on this mixer.

[@CherHasan]

Another excellent informative video.
Loved the tip about additional reverb via Group 1-2.

[@condemned77]

Thanks for the video. The different applications of sub groups is quite novel to me.
I was wondering about an option for a mixer that supports multiple subgroups, while each is "monitor-able" via head phones.
The behringer's seem to do a great job, as you can individually route different inputs to head phone or control room. I haven't found another brand that offers this.
Also, the mixer should not be too big, but I don't know which expectation are realstic on my end.

[@sofia.a.1]

This was very helpful, thank you!

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

I’m definitely going to try running my subs through the 1-2 channel I’ve been running it through the AUX 1 & 2 send so it’s good to know about this new way I never knew how the 1-2 volume fader worked until now thanks for this learn something new everyday!

[@alonetmrw]

solid video, very helpful

[@Ray-yt7mk]

I thank you very much.

[@Medium0Rare]

I need to learn how to do this in ableton.

[@Ray-yt7mk]

I have exactly the same mixer.

[@danodco]

Can you do a video in allen and heath zedi series compared to Yamaha, mackie and soundcraft?

[@dominicnacional551]

Can i use groupings as floor monitor?

[@grandyduduoi5451]

How about if we use crossover?

[@Ray-yt7mk]

To run my subs in group 1 & 2,should the 1/4 inc jack to xlr cable be balanced or unbalanced?

[@kettnercreative]

You should use a balanced 1/4” TRS to XLR cable/adapter.

[@Ray-yt7mk]

Thank you.

[@user-xm5lz6qw2l]

I have four groups in the mixer, but I don't understand how to use them correctly. for example my music source is channel 1, every time I engage the group faders my music source also gets louder.. so there is boosting going on.. pls help

[@kettnercreative]

If your groups are set to 0db, there isn’t any boosting

[@user-xm5lz6qw2l]

@@kettnercreative even in the first slide of the group's fader from 0 to unity 1/2/3/4. the sound of my music source is also getting louder

[@craigdunphy9429]

If I’m not misunderstanding - it’s probably because you’re sending the signal from both the Input Channel from your music source to the Stereo (Main) Mix, as well as the Subgroup mix which you’re also sending directly to your stereo mix - i.e. its routing to your Stereo Mix twice - if you engage your subgroups while the fader is at 0 and your volume doubles then this is the issue.
Try only running your Input channel to your subgroups, and not to the main mix.