How to Use a Mixer :: Mixer Tutorial for the Gigging Musician :: Analog Audio Mixer

This is a tutorial on how to use an analog audio mixer. Specifically, this is a video for gigging musicians who have to set up their own sound reinforcement consisting of a mixer, a powered main speaker, and a powered monitor. Running your own sound can be a challenge. Your sound as a musician is very important; it's really all you have. You can be an excellent performer, singer, or instrumentalist, but if your sound is not mixed properly, it can be an unpleasant experience for you and the audience. So, here's a video on how to utilize the functions of a typical analog mixer in order to sound your best! Equipment: Mixer: Behringer Xenyx X1204USB Speaker: Peavey PR10P Mic: Shure SM57 Monitor: Kustom KPC10M Content: 00:53 Connections 01:40 Balanced vs. Unbalanced cables 03:41 Power Up Procedure 07:40 Mic Channel Setup/Gain Staging 12:13 Compression 13:06 Low Cut/HPF 14:01 EQ 15:16 AUX/MON sends 16:47 Pan 16:58 Mute 17:10 Solo Monitoring 18:04 Fader 20:30 Guitar Channel Setup 21:40 Monitor Mix 23:12 Main Mix 24:54 FX