If you see this comment, I just wanted to say this is the best explanation video for the MG124. I have an MG166CX-USB myself, but I didn’t know everything until now. Your explanation was super clear. Thank you so much! Sending love from Sri Lanka!
Many thanks Bruno. Nearly twenty minutes on the mixer model I own (with more to come). As always, the clarity and perfect speed of your delivery really helps my understanding. After a recent comment you made elsewhere, I'm now extra careful to not damage the mixer's knobs. I'm not offended to hear this described as an entry-level model. But it is sometimes used for broadcast work. My own MG124CX was passed on to me by a contact at production company, who used it to mix a BBC daytime drama serial.
Hello Alan, thanks for watching - really glad you can benefit from this video in such an immediate way :) The entry-levelness of this mixer is mainly in its build quality rather than the sound - they sound very good for the price point! And yes if I was given a mixer that was used on a BBC production I'd definitely put it to use!
I want to thank you for all your training videos. My wife and I finally purchased the Yamaha MG12XU (I think that this is a successor to the model in this video). I may not have all the functions down yet, but I understand most of the principles.
Congratulations on your new mixer! Yes there are no major differences between the MG12UX and the mixer in the video - there are minor differences in the connectors (combo inputs on the first four channels and no more analog insert points) as well as in how the effects are selected but you should be up to speed pretty quickly. Let me know if you have any questions!
Thank you very much!!!! I have this particular model and I love it. I'm sure I will learn how take more advantage of this mixer after I watch your tutorial series on this baby. I enjoy and learn a lot from all your videos. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.
GLB Productions I just finished watching your video twice and there is one channel I don't quite comprehend the use for. After the "rec out" rcas there is the "foot switch" and below that, right about minute 4:12, you talk about 2 aux sends. I didn't understand what those are for. I use the effects that come with the mixer, but I don't use those buttons. I'm I doing something wrong? I personally think I don't quite understand what can I use those for. Do you have a video about that?
Ah ok I understand. This mixer has two aux sends - the first one (the blue knobs) can be pre-fader (the level of the aux send is not affected by the level of the channel fader) or post-fader (aux send level tracks the level of the channel fader) and is usually used for stage monitors. I have a video here about those, it's rather old but still accurate: th-cam.com/video/MUAbIGGkeUk/w-d-xo.html The second aux send (the white knobs) normally sends signal to the mixer's internal effects. However, if you plug into the effect send jack, it can be used as a second post-fader aux send, to send signal to an external effects unit or something else. I have a video about that which you've probably watched already: th-cam.com/video/GoIiofqEIyU/w-d-xo.html What you are doing is perfectly correct, it's just nice to know that this mixer has quite flexible routing options.
Yes the MG series has not changed fundamentally over the years - they add some features and take others away but once you learn how to use one generation you can pretty much use them all.
Very good video review! I have this very same mixer, except mine is a 16 channel. My question is, when I hook up my microphones I am unable to control the volume with the faders. I can only control the volume with the master. The microphone stays engaged, no matter if the on button is “on or off.” is there a way to fix this issue?
Hmm, that doesn't sound correct - when the "ON" button is disengaged there should not be any output from that channel. Perhaps take your mixer to your local Yamaha service centre and let them take a look.
Enjoyed the MG124CX tutorials. I have the mixer, but recently using only ch1 connected to remote mic rcvr XLR output and I plug in an inductive switch mode power supply, such as laptop, to common multi AC outlet, the mixer output goes to +3db loud static output. I unplug the mixer ch1 XLR connector and plug back in, the high output static goes away, all is good. I repeat on other channels with same remote mic XLR output connected to any of the other mic XLR channel inputs and plug in the same switch mode power supply, no high output static on any other mic channels, only occurs on ch1. Any thoughts?
Sounds to me like the input on channel 1 is damaged - typically channel 1 input is the first one to fail because it tends to be used most often. In this case I would suggest avoiding using channel 1 if possible, or using it for non-critical inputs such as a talkback mic.
Hi Eduardo, this model has been discontinued for some years so the second hand price will depend very much on the seller and your local market conditions. I would check e-bay and other such websites to get an idea of how much people are asking in your region/city and negotiate from there based on the condition of the mixer.
I have the Yamaha MW 12C mixer unit and mine crapped out with extremely little use on it and it was in new/mint condition although past warranty. Mine has never been outside my home. I bought it new and have only plugged in a drum machine, midi keyboard, CD player and a stereo jack for my iPhone if I want to play along with youtube music vids. Here is how it has failed for no reason whatsoever. The sliders have no control at all. The "ON" buttons that light up have no control at all either. Somehow something packed it in, in the circuitry I guess and anything that is now plugged into it is either on or off depending whether or not the PFL button is pushed in or not. The sliders and ON button give no control at all therefore all connected items rely strictly on their incoming volume and the only way I can control volume is with the MONITOR turn knob. I can have all the "ON" buttons off and all the sliders off at the bottom but it doesn't turn anything off. In other words, the mixer isn't mixing volumes at all. I can basically run one sound item through and control it's volume to my monitor speakers with the Monitor volume knob. I suppose the only way to run more than one thing would be to control every items volume as it goes into the mixer just to hear them all through the monitor speakers but each item's volume would have to individually adjusted at the source rather than inside the mixer. I don't know if I can get it fixed yet or if it's just better to buy a new one. Pisses me off .If anyone has advice as to why everything has bypassed the internal functions of the mixer, please leave a comment. Show less REPLY
Something has definitely gone wrong internally - I suggest taking it in for repair and see what they quote you. The build quality on these entry level Yamaha mixers is not that good.
Great vid as always Bruno! I've used to own this exact model before purchasing the Mg20XU... If I may I would like to suggest that when it comes to stereo,it is not pan(orama) but it's called 'Bal(ance)'...in some DAWs like Pro Tools,the balance control has 2 pots...one for the left channel and one for the right channel...needless to say that in Live Sound it's pretty useless... ;) But I habe some questions too! Is there a reason why the Mid pots are missing from stereo channels? Combo inputs are worser in quality than separate Jacks and XLR? How do you set the Aux Send Master if you connect an external Fx unit?Do you set it to unity gain (I think that's the arrow point) and then adjust from the Aux channel pot,the amount of the effect?or the other way around?
Hello Cris! Yes you are absolutely right - it should be balance for stereo channels, not pan! Stereo channels are, in effect, already panned hard left and right. I suspect they removed the mid controls from the stereo channels as a cost-cutting measure. The disadvantage of the combo input is that you cannot have two connectors plugged into the channel at once - with separate mic and line inputs you can leave the mic input plugged in and plug into the line input for temporary use eg tracking vs mixdown in a recording studio. Yes this will disconnect the mic input but it means you do not have to unplug the mic input and potentially lose track of the connector. It also gives some backup capability in case one of the connectors fails. Yes that's right - aux master at unity gain and then adjust the channel levels individually. Thanks for watching my friend!
GLB Productions You're very welcome! But what about the FX return?set to Unity gain too? but a question rises spontaneous at this moment...so Is there a moment when you Don't set those to Unity gain? maybe to prevent from overloading/clipping the Input of the FX unit and/or the Input of the return channel? last but not least...what does it do the red Stereo knob below the blue Return knob? perhaps to route the effect or not to the Master output? Ps someday I'm gonna list a series of questions for an interview about you and your job...then maybe you can post it to your channel...what do you think about it?
I will typically return the effect to a stereo channel rather than to the FX return, mainly to have the effect on a fader rather than a knob. If using the stereo return I would use the knob as a sort of master FX level so it would not be at unity gain most of the time. Yes, I would back off on the FX send in the event that the input of the effects unit was overloading. The red knob is to route the stereo return to the stereo bus, the blue knob is to route it to aux 1 ;) Hmm, surely you have other more worthy people to interview ;) But sure why not!
Hi Bruno, Thanks for the wonderful videos, I have a question, I have Yamaha MG12XU USB Mixer and Behringer UB2442FX-PRO Mixer, and I want to use either of these with Behringer FX2000 Virtualizer 3D Multi Engine Effects Processor, ideally what I want is to use one of these mixers and effect processor with a karaoke played by either my Samsung Galaxy phone, or by the laptop, so can you please tell me how to set up all these together? would you kindly make a video of it? I want to get the best of the signals, so you may please add a external sound card with laptop, or Samsung setup, please. Thanks in advance. :-)
Yes - if you do not see anything then the line input may not have sufficient gain for your guitar's output level, in which case you should connect through a DI box.
Will look at this with interest. Have you come across the Yamaha MGP12 or 16X. I am still trying to make my way around one I purchased. There is a detailed video on youtube but its in German!
Hello Kieran! Yes the MGP mixers are 'enhanced' versions of the standard MG mixers - they have dual effects processors, USB in/out and semi-parametric midrange on some of the channels. The basic features and routing are the same, as they are on all analog mixers. You should be able to work out the bells and whistles by experimentation and by using the manual ;)
Thank you Bruno. I hope I chose the right console. I went for the MGP series because of the 'Class A Preamps' and as I play Harp, I figured the additional dexterity would be beneficial. I hope this wasn't just a sales pitch. I was also impressed with the individual phantom power switches for each channel. Thanks for all your efforts!
Hi do u know how to connect bluetooth on my android phone . I have x2 active LD speaker with built-in bluetooth on both. So how do i pair it so sound can come out on both speaker... ? Thank u
You'll need to consult the owner's manual for the speakers - on some of them there is a 'stereo' mode which allows you to connect to both speakers at the same time. On others you Bluetooth to the first speaker and then connect the line out to the second speaker.
How to connect the mixer mic output to laptop input so that I can use it for online Zoom class. Sorry I'm a beginner so I don't know anything about mixer. I'm using Yamaha MG124c.
@@GLBProductions But "Yamaha MG124C" has no USB connection. So i don't know how to connect to my laptop. Actually I want to use my Laptop for Zoom classes with wireless Mic. And this Mic is connected to Yamaha MG124C mixer. So now i want to connect from my Mixer to laptop. Please reply soon. Thank you for your response :) Note: I'm using Yamaha MG124C mixer not MG124CX.
Hey, well, i've learn a lot from your vids, but now i'd like to make you a question....it's about 2 mixers, which i know (from your vids..), that you know both well.. I'm about to buy a mixer, and i'm between a Yamaha 166CX-USB, and a Mackie CFX-16...I'm leaning to the Yamaha, but i'd appreciate yours opinion, since you know both the mixers...but also, if you can't give me a straight answer, i'll understand...and if this, maybe you could pinpoint the plus and the minus of each one..??? Thanks in advance, Peace....
So it seems i took the right choice..:) But i'm talking about second hands, the previous model, the blue metal surface, the MG166CX-USB...And the Mackie is the CFX-16, is the one you used in the video "how to use your mixer's internal effects", if i remember right... Always second hand, there's no money for new..:) Thank you very much for answering my questions, you're very kind and the best teacher...:) God bless.....\\\
Ah - if you're buying second hand you need to evaluate each mixer for wear and tear and full functionality. Very difficult to compare brands and models when buying second hand due to the variation in the individual samples.
Sir, am a singer, i want to know how can i get Crystal clear karaoke music when i go on Facebook live or bigo live, i want to use my smart phone or iPhone. which settings should i use, please make a video on it. many people’s want to see that. or have you any link about it?
Hi Bruno, I'm not sure if you still answer questions on this video after 2 years. I have a problem with groups, that I could not solve. I want to route channel 1 and 2 to group output 1 and channel 3 and 4 to group output 2. I want to use the PAN poti to balance more or less portions of the signal to each channel. For this I press the stereo and the 1-2 knob on each channel and connect 2 stage monitors to group output 1 / 2. It works fine so far. But when I turn the pan poti, not only the signal on the group monitors is changed, but also the signal on the main output to the pa! Is there a solution to avoid that? The reason for that is: The drummer should hear more of the bass player on one monitor. The singers should better hear each other with less bass and drums on the other monitor. But the audience should hear the full mix.
Hi Mulldruf, I strongly recommend not using the groups as monitor sends, as you will experience the problems above! Use the aux sends instead, those will enable you to set monitor levels independent of the main mix.
Thank you sir for the reply.I tried using quarter inch cable to RCA but still didnt work.I have an onkyo reciever.I connect the cable from monitor out (quarter inch) to reciever(RCA)
Hi, what kind of cable would you use if you were to connect a powered monitor? Going from the aux of the mixer out to the monitor? I have seen some different types including speaker cables, instrument cables and balanced cables. Thanks!
It depends on the connectors on each end - if your mixer aux output is balanced quarter inch and the input on the powered monitor is female XLR, you'd need a cable that was balanced quarter inch to male XLR. If the mixer output was on XLR, then you would need a female to male XLR cable, also referred to a mic cable.
Hi I have this same mixer. It's been used frequently in a pub for karaoke nights. The first 3 channels and the effect channel have a noticable hiss noise when turned on probably from heavy abuse over the years. Do you know if there is any way to fix this?
couldyou please explain how i connect this to my soundcard? I have two inputs and 2 outputs on the souncard. I have the 2 outputs from the soundcard comming on the stereo channel 11/12. The group 1/2 outputs from the mixer are going to the inputs of the souncard. When i'm recording a track it seems to record not only my guitar but the whole mix again. I'm obviusly doing something wrong ????
If you want to use your group output to record just one channel you have to use the select switches near the fader to send just that one channel to the group - other channels should be de-selected from the group.
I think i finally have it,. Souncard outputs are connected to "2tr in" Rec out from mixer goes to soundcard inputs. 2 tr in is selected to monitor. monitor/phones is set to stereo. My monitors are connected to l/r monitor out. Seems to be working for me now.
Hi Bruno, could you tell me can I run my wireless microphone with no gain on the desk if my transmitter is coming in at default settings which is +20db . ?
I have two questions that you might be able to help me with. (1) I'm using Audacity to record my sound tracks. At some point, the program stops - freezes. Is it possible that my Yamaha MG10XU is running too HOT.. Also, (2) the Audacity program won't recognize my voice when it's coming from my headset, through the Yamaha. I have to redownload, the driver to the Yamaha in order for it to process into my Audacity as well as my DEVICE system in my computer - Windows 10. Have you ever had problems like this with the Yamaha MG10XU?
Hi Bob I've never used the mixer/DAW combination that you refer to in your question, but generally when a DAW freezes it's due to insufficient RAM or some bug in the software that makes it incompatible with certain computers and/or configurations. I suggest trying different computers to see if you can reproduce the problem.
I've just bought the MG20XU and I have some questions that I don't understand about the aux"s. Is there any other way that we can get in contact? I would really appreciate it. Thank you!
Balanced cables between your mixer and amplifier should reduce the level of noise in your system - it definitely won't hurt the sound quality but it may not improve it. Speaker cables are always unbalanced.
Hi, I have this mixer and an audio interface, the fast track pro by m-audio. I want to connect this mixer to my interface to record in my DAW. How do I do? Thanks a lot guys.
Watch my video on how to connect two analog mixers together - the procedure is similar even if the main mixer is digital: th-cam.com/video/HgeVInOV1Kk/w-d-xo.html
I would like to know why when I come out of the main output section with xlr then plug into the Jack out puts aswell I get an increase in front of house volume from my speaker's?
Sir i have JX15A ACTIVE speaker sometimes both hize works and sometime it stop working in live sound plz let me know what can be the problem...will be greatly thankful
If you see this comment, I just wanted to say this is the best explanation video for the MG124. I have an MG166CX-USB myself, but I didn’t know everything until now. Your explanation was super clear. Thank you so much!
Sending love from Sri Lanka!
That's great, very glad the video was helpful!
wonderful to have someone who speaks slowly & clearly, AND explains so well! thank you!!
You're most welcome.
I just bought one of these mixers for sub-mixing our drum mics - This video was very helpful!
Glad to hear that Thomas :)
Many thanks Bruno. Nearly twenty minutes on the mixer model I own (with more to come). As always, the clarity and perfect speed of your delivery really helps my understanding. After a recent comment you made elsewhere, I'm now extra careful to not damage the mixer's knobs.
I'm not offended to hear this described as an entry-level model. But it is sometimes used for broadcast work. My own MG124CX was passed on to me by a contact at production company, who used it to mix a BBC daytime drama serial.
Hello Alan, thanks for watching - really glad you can benefit from this video in such an immediate way :) The entry-levelness of this mixer is mainly in its build quality rather than the sound - they sound very good for the price point! And yes if I was given a mixer that was used on a BBC production I'd definitely put it to use!
I want to thank you for all your training videos. My wife and I finally purchased the Yamaha MG12XU (I think that this is a successor to the model in this video). I may not have all the functions down yet, but I understand most of the principles.
Congratulations on your new mixer! Yes there are no major differences between the MG12UX and the mixer in the video - there are minor differences in the connectors (combo inputs on the first four channels and no more analog insert points) as well as in how the effects are selected but you should be up to speed pretty quickly. Let me know if you have any questions!
It is amazing how good things sound when you replace tired electronics. My ailing speakers weren't ailing (we replaced the amp at the same time).
Absolutely - speakers have an amazingly long lifespan if treated correctly, 25 years is not uncommon.
這是我在YT上找到概念最清楚且資訊最完整的影片. Nice video ,bro 👍
You're welcome Jerry 👍🏻
Great tutorial, using for the very similar Yamaha MG166CX here, many thanks!
You're most welcome.
exactly what I needed my church just got one and I was bit confuse on how to use it so this tutorial helped out a lot.
Glad to hear that!
Thank you very much!!!! I have this particular model and I love it. I'm sure I will learn how take more advantage of this mixer after I watch your tutorial series on this baby. I enjoy and learn a lot from all your videos. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.
Yes I remember you mentioning that some time ago! Let me know if there are any areas I don't cover in the series and we can look at them separately.
GLB Productions I just finished watching your video twice and there is one channel I don't quite comprehend the use for. After the "rec out" rcas there is the "foot switch" and below that, right about minute 4:12, you talk about 2 aux sends. I didn't understand what those are for. I use the effects that come with the mixer, but I don't use those buttons. I'm I doing something wrong? I personally think I don't quite understand what can I use those for. Do you have a video about that?
Ah ok I understand. This mixer has two aux sends - the first one (the blue knobs) can be pre-fader (the level of the aux send is not affected by the level of the channel fader) or post-fader (aux send level tracks the level of the channel fader) and is usually used for stage monitors. I have a video here about those, it's rather old but still accurate: th-cam.com/video/MUAbIGGkeUk/w-d-xo.html
The second aux send (the white knobs) normally sends signal to the mixer's internal effects. However, if you plug into the effect send jack, it can be used as a second post-fader aux send, to send signal to an external effects unit or something else. I have a video about that which you've probably watched already: th-cam.com/video/GoIiofqEIyU/w-d-xo.html
What you are doing is perfectly correct, it's just nice to know that this mixer has quite flexible routing options.
Thank you very much.... I will check both videos because there is always something new to learn.
tks for this great bookmark-included super-useful overview !!
You're welcome Noemi, glad it was helpful!
kindly make a video on how to connect a slave amplifier together with an amplified mixer and a dry mixer
Thanks for the suggestion. What do you mean by a 'dry mixer'?
i have an old YAMAHA MG102c, luv this video --- VERY helpful
Yes the MG series has not changed fundamentally over the years - they add some features and take others away but once you learn how to use one generation you can pretty much use them all.
GLB Productions I love this series so much I actually just bought another one used from Guitar Center
Thank You for all your Teaching video.
Can You do a Video on the Yamaha MGP24X. Let me know when you do.
Very good video review! I have this very same mixer, except mine is a 16 channel. My question is, when I hook up my microphones I am unable to control the volume with the faders. I can only control the volume with the master. The microphone stays engaged, no matter if the on button is “on or off.” is there a way to fix this issue?
Hmm, that doesn't sound correct - when the "ON" button is disengaged there should not be any output from that channel. Perhaps take your mixer to your local Yamaha service centre and let them take a look.
First class mate. I have this mixer, but I picked up a few tips. Big thanks.
You're welcome!
Thanks a super lot. It is one of the mixer i use.
thanks for your lesson ...but can tell me some tips and how to connect to mixer and camera to record your video .... thanks
I'll love to see the inserts how you put them in place but guess is too late thou
I have a video on how insert cables work: th-cam.com/video/RLf8jXGtF8w/w-d-xo.htmlsi=-wQjaouKvxhyeQuw&t=72
thank you so much. i decide to buy this on year 2022 😂. discontinue. i dont know i get original or copy from china
These have been replaced by the current MG series which have more modern features like a USB interface - check them out!
Useful video. We have one of these but after a few seconds it trips to peak and nothing works. Any ideas?
I would get the mixer serviced by Yamaha.
@@GLBProductions thanks I'll prob just replace it ha
Enjoyed the MG124CX tutorials. I have the mixer, but recently using only ch1 connected to remote mic rcvr XLR output and I plug in an inductive switch mode power supply, such as laptop, to common multi AC outlet, the mixer output goes to +3db loud static output. I unplug the mixer ch1 XLR connector and plug back in, the high output static goes away, all is good. I repeat on other channels with same remote mic XLR output connected to any of the other mic XLR channel inputs and plug in the same switch mode power supply, no high output static on any other mic channels, only occurs on ch1. Any thoughts?
Sounds to me like the input on channel 1 is damaged - typically channel 1 input is the first one to fail because it tends to be used most often. In this case I would suggest avoiding using channel 1 if possible, or using it for non-critical inputs such as a talkback mic.
sir. do a tutorial video of soundcraft ui16 digital mixer operation through laptop or tablet. thanks..
Thanks for the suggestion!
Hola Bruno
I want to Buy a 124cx second hand
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How much i Will paid for it?
Hi Eduardo, this model has been discontinued for some years so the second hand price will depend very much on the seller and your local market conditions. I would check e-bay and other such websites to get an idea of how much people are asking in your region/city and negotiate from there based on the condition of the mixer.
@@GLBProductions
Gracias 👍
nice tutorial
Glad you liked it Anthony!
I have the Yamaha MW 12C mixer unit and mine crapped out with extremely little use on it and it was in new/mint condition although past warranty. Mine has never been outside my home. I bought it new and have only plugged in a drum machine, midi keyboard, CD player and a stereo jack for my iPhone if I want to play along with youtube music vids. Here is how it has failed for no reason whatsoever. The sliders have no control at all. The "ON" buttons that light up have no control at all either. Somehow something packed it in, in the circuitry I guess and anything that is now plugged into it is either on or off depending whether or not the PFL button is pushed in or not. The sliders and ON button give no control at all therefore all connected items rely strictly on their incoming volume and the only way I can control volume is with the MONITOR turn knob. I can have all the "ON" buttons off and all the sliders off at the bottom but it doesn't turn anything off.
In other words, the mixer isn't mixing volumes at all. I can basically run one sound item through and control it's volume to my monitor speakers with the Monitor volume knob. I suppose the only way to run more than one thing would be to control every items volume as it goes into the mixer just to hear them all through the monitor speakers but each item's volume would have to individually adjusted at the source rather than inside the mixer.
I don't know if I can get it fixed yet or if it's just better to buy a new one. Pisses me off .If anyone has advice as to why everything has bypassed the internal functions of the mixer, please leave a comment.
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Something has definitely gone wrong internally - I suggest taking it in for repair and see what they quote you. The build quality on these entry level Yamaha mixers is not that good.
Sir please add a tutorial on Yamaha mgp24x
Can I connect both condenser mic to dynamic mic at the same time? Will it burn my dynamic mic when turn On the 48V switch?
If your dynamic mics have balanced XLR outputs it's no problem. Just remember not to plug or unplug the mics with the phantom power switched on!
Great vid as always Bruno!
I've used to own this exact model before purchasing the Mg20XU...
If I may I would like to suggest that when it comes to stereo,it is not pan(orama) but it's called 'Bal(ance)'...in some DAWs like Pro Tools,the balance control has 2 pots...one for the left channel and one for the right channel...needless to say that in Live Sound it's pretty useless... ;)
But I habe some questions too!
Is there a reason why the Mid pots are missing from stereo channels?
Combo inputs are worser in quality than separate Jacks and XLR?
How do you set the Aux Send Master if you connect an external Fx unit?Do you set it to unity gain (I think that's the arrow point) and then adjust from the Aux channel pot,the amount of the effect?or the other way around?
Hello Cris! Yes you are absolutely right - it should be balance for stereo channels, not pan! Stereo channels are, in effect, already panned hard left and right.
I suspect they removed the mid controls from the stereo channels as a cost-cutting measure.
The disadvantage of the combo input is that you cannot have two connectors plugged into the channel at once - with separate mic and line inputs you can leave the mic input plugged in and plug into the line input for temporary use eg tracking vs mixdown in a recording studio. Yes this will disconnect the mic input but it means you do not have to unplug the mic input and potentially lose track of the connector. It also gives some backup capability in case one of the connectors fails.
Yes that's right - aux master at unity gain and then adjust the channel levels individually.
Thanks for watching my friend!
GLB Productions You're very welcome! But what about the FX return?set to Unity gain too?
but a question rises spontaneous at this moment...so Is there a moment when you Don't set those to Unity gain?
maybe to prevent from overloading/clipping the Input of the FX unit and/or the Input of the return channel?
last but not least...what does it do the red Stereo knob below the blue Return knob?
perhaps to route the effect or not to the Master output?
Ps someday I'm gonna list a series of questions for an interview about you and your job...then maybe you can post it to your channel...what do you think about it?
I will typically return the effect to a stereo channel rather than to the FX return, mainly to have the effect on a fader rather than a knob. If using the stereo return I would use the knob as a sort of master FX level so it would not be at unity gain most of the time.
Yes, I would back off on the FX send in the event that the input of the effects unit was overloading.
The red knob is to route the stereo return to the stereo bus, the blue knob is to route it to aux 1 ;)
Hmm, surely you have other more worthy people to interview ;) But sure why not!
Ok Thanks! :)
Not at all...you're the only one I know who actually does this as his main job...and for a very long time...so who better than you? ;)
Hi Bruno, Thanks for the wonderful videos, I have a question, I have Yamaha MG12XU USB Mixer and Behringer UB2442FX-PRO Mixer, and I want to use either of these with Behringer FX2000 Virtualizer 3D Multi Engine Effects Processor, ideally what I want is to use one of these mixers and effect processor with a karaoke played by either my Samsung Galaxy phone, or by the laptop, so can you please tell me how to set up all these together? would you kindly make a video of it? I want to get the best of the signals, so you may please add a external sound card with laptop, or Samsung setup, please.
Thanks in advance. :-)
Can PFL be used to set gain if I plug in a guitar.On my desk I only see meter readings for PFL when mic used.?
Yes - if you do not see anything then the line input may not have sufficient gain for your guitar's output level, in which case you should connect through a DI box.
@@GLBProductions Thank you for the information
Will look at this with interest.
Have you come across the Yamaha MGP12 or 16X.
I am still trying to make my way around one I purchased.
There is a detailed video on youtube but its in German!
Hello Kieran! Yes the MGP mixers are 'enhanced' versions of the standard MG mixers - they have dual effects processors, USB in/out and semi-parametric midrange on some of the channels. The basic features and routing are the same, as they are on all analog mixers. You should be able to work out the bells and whistles by experimentation and by using the manual ;)
Thank you Bruno. I hope I chose the right console. I went for the MGP series because of the 'Class A Preamps' and as I play Harp, I figured the additional dexterity would be beneficial. I hope this wasn't just a sales pitch. I was also impressed with the individual phantom power switches for each channel. Thanks for all your efforts!
The MG series consoles sound pretty good for the money, much better than buying a no-name brand console!
Hi do u know how to connect bluetooth on my android phone . I have x2 active LD speaker with built-in bluetooth on both. So how do i pair it so sound can come out on both speaker... ? Thank u
You'll need to consult the owner's manual for the speakers - on some of them there is a 'stereo' mode which allows you to connect to both speakers at the same time. On others you Bluetooth to the first speaker and then connect the line out to the second speaker.
How to connect the mixer mic output to laptop input so that I can use it for online Zoom class. Sorry I'm a beginner so I don't know anything about mixer. I'm using Yamaha MG124c.
The best way to do this is to use a USB audio interface.
@@GLBProductions But "Yamaha MG124C" has no USB connection. So i don't know how to connect to my laptop. Actually I want to use my Laptop for Zoom classes with wireless Mic. And this Mic is connected to Yamaha MG124C mixer. So now i want to connect from my Mixer to laptop. Please reply soon. Thank you for your response :)
Note: I'm using Yamaha MG124C mixer not MG124CX.
Yes, you need to use an external USB audio interface such as the Steinberg UR22, Presonus Audiobox etc.
@@GLBProductions so there is no other way to connect directly to mixer??
very nice video, can u please make a video just like this but for new yamaha mg16xu please. thats really help me a lot . thanks
Sure will make a video when I have access to that model.
thank you very much sir.
I use my laptop for zoom meeting and I want my send and receive sound to pass through Yamaha MG166cx-USB mixer, Please how do I do that
Once the mixer is connected to your computer, select it as both the microphone and speaker in zoom and you should be good to go.
Is it possible to connect this device to PC and how is it done? Urgent Please... ❗🙏
Yes - you would need to use an external USB audio interface.
Hey, well, i've learn a lot from your vids, but now i'd like to make you a question....it's about 2 mixers, which i know (from your vids..), that you know both well..
I'm about to buy a mixer, and i'm between a Yamaha 166CX-USB, and a Mackie CFX-16...I'm leaning to the Yamaha, but i'd appreciate yours opinion, since you know both the mixers...but also, if you can't give me a straight answer, i'll understand...and if this, maybe you could pinpoint the plus and the minus of each one..???
Thanks in advance,
Peace....
I'd go with the Yamaha - more consistent build quality, at least at this point in time.
So it seems i took the right choice..:) But i'm talking about second hands, the previous model, the blue metal surface, the MG166CX-USB...And the Mackie is the CFX-16, is the one you used in the video "how to use your mixer's internal effects", if i remember right...
Always second hand, there's no money for new..:)
Thank you very much for answering my questions, you're very kind and the best teacher...:)
God bless.....\\\
Ah - if you're buying second hand you need to evaluate each mixer for wear and tear and full functionality. Very difficult to compare brands and models when buying second hand due to the variation in the individual samples.
@@GLBProductions Yes, you're right. I think i'll go with the Yamaha, cause it seems in a better condition, too...
thank you all it was great can you tell me how work with cubase pro 8?
This mixer does not have a digital interface so cannot be used as a front end for a DAW.
Sir, am a singer, i want to know how can i get Crystal clear karaoke music when i go on Facebook live or bigo live, i want to use my smart phone or iPhone. which settings should i use, please make a video on it. many people’s want to see that. or have you any link about it?
Sorry but I'm not an expert on sound for karaoke.
Hi Bruno, I'm not sure if you still answer questions on this video after 2 years. I have a problem with groups, that I could not solve.
I want to route channel 1 and 2 to group output 1 and channel 3 and 4 to group output 2.
I want to use the PAN poti to balance more or less portions of the signal to each channel.
For this I press the stereo and the 1-2 knob on each channel and connect 2 stage monitors to group output 1 / 2.
It works fine so far. But when I turn the pan poti, not only the signal on the group monitors is changed, but also the signal on the main output to the pa!
Is there a solution to avoid that?
The reason for that is: The drummer should hear more of the bass player on one monitor. The singers should better hear each other with less bass and drums on the other monitor. But the audience should hear the full mix.
Hi Mulldruf, I strongly recommend not using the groups as monitor sends, as you will experience the problems above! Use the aux sends instead, those will enable you to set monitor levels independent of the main mix.
@@GLBProductions Vielen Dank, Thanks a lot!
Hi Sir thank you for this demo.How do I connect this unit to my AV reciever?thank you
You would use one of the 'line in' connections on your receiver.
Thank you sir for the reply.I tried using quarter inch cable to RCA but still didnt work.I have an onkyo reciever.I connect the cable from monitor out (quarter inch) to reciever(RCA)
I think I got it working.thanks
Hi, what kind of cable would you use if you were to connect a powered monitor? Going from the aux of the mixer out to the monitor? I have seen some different types including speaker cables, instrument cables and balanced cables. Thanks!
It depends on the connectors on each end - if your mixer aux output is balanced quarter inch and the input on the powered monitor is female XLR, you'd need a cable that was balanced quarter inch to male XLR. If the mixer output was on XLR, then you would need a female to male XLR cable, also referred to a mic cable.
Hi I have this same mixer. It's been used frequently in a pub for karaoke nights. The first 3 channels and the effect channel have a noticable hiss noise when turned on probably from heavy abuse over the years. Do you know if there is any way to fix this?
I'd suggest sending the mixer in for service - could be that the gain pots in those channels need replacement.
What's the best way to connect to my soundcard? thanks for the vid :)
You're welcome! Use the TAPE OUT on the mixer and the LINE IN on your soundcard.
I'm using the group out...Is that totally wrong?
couldyou please explain how i connect this to my soundcard? I have two inputs and 2 outputs on the souncard. I have the 2 outputs from the soundcard comming on the stereo channel 11/12. The group 1/2 outputs from the mixer are going to the inputs of the souncard. When i'm recording a track it seems to record not only my guitar but the whole mix again. I'm obviusly doing something wrong ????
If you want to use your group output to record just one channel you have to use the select switches near the fader to send just that one channel to the group - other channels should be de-selected from the group.
I think i finally have it,. Souncard outputs are connected to "2tr in" Rec out from mixer goes to soundcard inputs. 2 tr in is selected to monitor. monitor/phones is set to stereo. My monitors are connected to l/r monitor out. Seems to be working for me now.
Hi Bruno, could you tell me can I run my wireless microphone with no gain on the desk if my transmitter is coming in at default settings which is +20db . ?
In this case you'd connect it to the line level input with the pad switch depressed, if available.
I have two questions that you might be able to help me with. (1) I'm using Audacity to record my sound tracks. At some point, the program stops - freezes. Is it possible that my
Yamaha MG10XU is running too HOT..
Also, (2) the Audacity program won't recognize my voice when it's coming from my headset,
through the Yamaha. I have to redownload, the driver to the Yamaha in order for it to process
into my Audacity as well as my DEVICE system in my computer - Windows 10.
Have you ever had problems like this with the Yamaha MG10XU?
Hi Bob I've never used the mixer/DAW combination that you refer to in your question, but generally when a DAW freezes it's due to insufficient RAM or some bug in the software that makes it incompatible with certain computers and/or configurations. I suggest trying different computers to see if you can reproduce the problem.
I've just bought the MG20XU and I have some questions that I don't understand about the aux"s. Is there any other way that we can get in contact? I would really appreciate it. Thank you!
Sure - ways to get in touch are listed in the description of every video :)
Sir please give a tutorial on yamaha mg 20 xu , thank you
Can you use the quarter inch and xlr main out puts together ie xlr to speakers and quarter inch to in ear monitors . For a mirrored sound.
Yes you can.
@@GLBProductions thanks very much
Hello, Can this mixer record a multitrack? if yes how
No - in fact this mixer does not have any internal recording capability or USB connectivity.
I have a question, trs balanced cables, if i use them from mixer, to amp. amp to speakers will it improve my sound quality?
with my mics as well.
Balanced cables between your mixer and amplifier should reduce the level of noise in your system - it definitely won't hurt the sound quality but it may not improve it. Speaker cables are always unbalanced.
Hi, I have this mixer and an audio interface, the fast track pro by m-audio. I want to connect this mixer to my interface to record in my DAW. How do I do? Thanks a lot guys.
People will typically connect using either the XLR or 1/4" outputs.
Could you show me how to connect this mixer to digital mixer (like Behringer xr18)?
Watch my video on how to connect two analog mixers together - the procedure is similar even if the main mixer is digital: th-cam.com/video/HgeVInOV1Kk/w-d-xo.html
Sir which analog mixer is best Yamaha Mgp32x or Soundcraft lx7ii 32 ch ?
What are your criteria for 'best mixer'?
@@GLBProductions for live sound sir ..
I would like to know why when I come out of the main output section with xlr then plug into the Jack out puts aswell I get an increase in front of house volume from my speaker's?
You're connecting both the XLR and 1/4" outputs to your house speakers?
In yamaha mg16xu their is no inserts can we directly hook to eq or gates and connect its output to the xlr input on the board
You can with line level inputs but not with microphones. This is a significant issue with the XU series!
Thank you bruno, can we have any alternatives for microphones level for using gates generrally as crossover is on tbe board.
can you run speakers from that like a pa, or do you have to have a amplifier
You need an amplifier, this is not a powered mixer.
What about plugging into active powered speakers?
Sir i have JX15A ACTIVE speaker sometimes both hize works and sometime it stop working in live sound plz let me know what can be the problem...will be greatly thankful
When it stops working does it start working again by itself after a while?
GLB Productions yes Sir it get start by itself after some time
Most like the speaker is overheating - try aiming a fan at the heatsink on the back during the show and see if it helps.
GLB Productions ok Thanks a lot Sir will try it
how would i connect my "AKAI MPKmini" to this
How to set my compressor for passive speakers
The compressor settings are not dependent on the type of speakers you have :)
How can I use it with focusrite?
Sorry I don't understand your question.
can it interface w/ iPad Pro?
Hello where do i put powered subwoofer ?
Please watch my video on how to connect an active subwoofer: th-cam.com/video/548GZAF6fMY/w-d-xo.html
Ese video español por favor
Cx have insert but xu not ...
Correct the insert points have been removed on the XU series.
@@GLBProductions how to setup compressor at mixer
Have a look at this video: th-cam.com/video/RLf8jXGtF8w/w-d-xo.html
J'aimerais en francais
Je suis désolé mais je ne parle pas français 😅