Setup Guide - Connect Studio Monitors to Audio Interface (best settings)

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  • @jwk6343
    @jwk6343 4 роки тому +154

    JK is just an all around good German dude. isn’t he? Efficient and precise when explaining things. One of the true go to professors of audio at You Tube University. Thanks Julian!

    • @jeffchristianson-ziebell
      @jeffchristianson-ziebell 4 роки тому +13

      Agreed. He's actually a great representation in human form of what quality German Engineering looks & acts like; Simple yet thorough/quality, precise & ACCURATE...all while keeping ego out of the equation. Results speak for themselves. Taught me & no doubt many more A LOT without coloring or obstructing the process with any & all of the ultra-annoying, way too common wasteful fluff & opinion UA-cam is SO over-loaded with. LOL
      Just stating as I see and have experienced it watching & learning from his videos. Quite gratefully at that I will add:)

  • @jeffchristianson-ziebell
    @jeffchristianson-ziebell 4 роки тому +13

    Great, simple yet thorough & precise ACCURATE info... as I've grown to learn is what Julian provides in every one of his videos. He's become my go-to UA-cam Pro-Audio Home Studio teacher/professor. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us, Julian! Sincerely.

    • @josephallencherril3198
      @josephallencherril3198 2 роки тому

      Awesome video. The intricate details about the balanced and unbalanced cables is noteworthy. 👍👍

  • @roddunne
    @roddunne 4 роки тому +4

    Invaluable information about the TS/TRS cabling and balanced/unbalanced. Great concise video Julian

  • @drrodopszin
    @drrodopszin 8 місяців тому

    I got a couple of speakers, and I had these questions... I was so relieved to see that you made a video about this and it did not disappoint! All clear now.

  • @lassi6547
    @lassi6547 4 роки тому +4

    Extremely useful - as always. It's so nice you take the time to explain the topics in detail and don't gloss over basics. I've worked with music (as a hobbyist) for 20 years and I find that there are so many basics that you never take the time to set up correctly. I found that my right monitor had different EQ and volume setting and the tip about adjusting the volume was a game changer. Now most of the amplification comes from my audio interface, and not the speakers - which has audibly reduced the noise. So good!

  • @JulianKrause
    @JulianKrause  4 роки тому +49

    Re-upload because of an error in the previous version.

    • @mariopqrst
      @mariopqrst 4 роки тому +3

      It would be nice one in which you explain the different EQ settings on the back of monitors and how to adjust them. Great video Julian!

    • @JoeJacksonJr
      @JoeJacksonJr 4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the correction Julian.

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  4 роки тому +1

      ​@@JoeJacksonJr Thank you for pointing it out :)

    • @rhanniethoofirsilva2115
      @rhanniethoofirsilva2115 4 роки тому

      Please upload how to record drum thankyou

    • @18CC
      @18CC 4 роки тому

      You didnt say if you need to turn off the monitors before plug the cables ?

  • @vasladon6137
    @vasladon6137 Рік тому

    Incredible! That video vanished all my doubts about interface to monitors conection.

  • @herbertrbr
    @herbertrbr 4 роки тому +5

    So great full for this well done tutorial. You're the perfect german engineering: precise, simple and reliable. Thanks to you i was able to make mines works. No frustrations, just results. Greatings from Paris of your newest Brazilian fan ;)

  • @bullet1218
    @bullet1218 3 роки тому

    I'm 8 months later and just got these monitors ...thanks for the information and the video..👍

  • @sheld6674
    @sheld6674 4 роки тому

    Using Bias FX 2 and everything sounded like garbage. At wit's end and decided to turn to UA-cam for help. I come across this and he's using the same Interface and same exact monitors. What are the odds? now everything sounds great :) thank you for sharing :)

  • @sebaikaofficial
    @sebaikaofficial 4 роки тому +9

    Now this is one of my favorite channel about audio things, thanks dude.

  • @heyheyhey7757
    @heyheyhey7757 4 роки тому +1

    Julian you are one of the only fully objective channels on youtube
    Superb work, keep it up, but two suggestions;
    01. A frequency response graph of the interfaces
    02. An phase canceled, original input audio vs preamps input, to see if the system does change the audio in other ways other than frequamcy and resonance.

  • @TonyChamberlist
    @TonyChamberlist Рік тому +1

    Julian... I'm fascinated by your choice of studio monitors, those KEF's in particular. Can you expand on your preference for them?

  • @zoltan-8233
    @zoltan-8233 4 роки тому +1

    Really cool tutorial. If all tutorial video would be like this. Everybody could an audiospecialist be.

  • @Gogies777
    @Gogies777 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the helpful tips.You're are doing a great service to us especially the beginners.Can't wait for my first set up to arrive.

  • @Sdbbffsd
    @Sdbbffsd 4 роки тому

    only place on the internet ive been able to find the answer to my question about why to use +4dBu THANK YOU

  • @norbertorivera6279
    @norbertorivera6279 4 роки тому +14

    Thank you for the information... you are very amazing, and a pleasure to listen to! You are simply an amazing professor!! =)

  • @jpapadakis1531
    @jpapadakis1531 3 роки тому +1

    OMG SOOO helpful, thank you! Just invested in some beautiful Focal Solo6 BE's, SO stoked to hook these up and get listening! Thanks again, watching from Toronto.

  • @MrGreencheetah
    @MrGreencheetah 2 роки тому

    Another awesome video -- just what I needed! You even had the courtesy to be demonstrating on the exact JBL monitors I just bought!!!

  • @duhmeir
    @duhmeir 3 роки тому

    Quite a wealth of knowledge in a tight 6 minute package. This was ridiculously helpful thanks!

  • @abz124816
    @abz124816 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent explanation by a knowledgeable musician. Dankeschön !

  • @IronStrongholdProductions
    @IronStrongholdProductions 4 роки тому +9

    Thank you Julian, this is exceptionally helpful!

  • @colinkim5547
    @colinkim5547 Рік тому

    Love the informative videos. Easy in, easy out. Keep it up! Thank you.

  • @gauloiseguy
    @gauloiseguy 2 роки тому

    Very useful. Wish this was around when I started out.

  • @knarim1
    @knarim1 3 роки тому

    ...Julian for president...👍😜😁 Straightforward explanation.

  • @peterjones3757
    @peterjones3757 Рік тому +1

    Hi...Great tutorial btw.
    Could you name or link the music playing at the end 5:41?

  • @captainianr
    @captainianr 2 роки тому

    Thank you thank you thank you. And I thought this would teach me nothing. I was using unbalanced trs to xlr and I didn’t know it! No more hums I hope!

  • @emonymph6911
    @emonymph6911 Рік тому +1

    What about the volume on your OS (windows), DAW and software (spotify/youtube)? If your DAC is maxed is it safe to increase to software volumes? Or should the software volumes be set to 100% from the start and then to only control volume knobs from your gear, DAC + amp or speaker? Also can you make a video on how volume affects watt used by the amp? e.g. if I have a 1000watt amp with a volume knob and set it to 1% volume will it use 10watts? and if I turn up the PC audio from 50% to 100% will it now use 20watts as the DBs went up by e.g. +3.

  • @ulysg
    @ulysg 4 роки тому +7

    Hello Julian,
    Can you please do a review of a Focusrite Clarett USB interface? I'd like to hear your opinion on it

  • @timfuller8334
    @timfuller8334 3 місяці тому

    Hi Julian!
    Thanks for your hands-on tutorial!
    After I tried your setings I am still facing significant mike bleeding - since my podcast set up is always on the go, in various places with my interviewee sitting just 1,5 meters away from me.
    Do you have tips on how to kill the mike bleed effectively in post-production without experiencing cut-off sentences due to lower volumes there? Thanks a lot!

  • @ppsayl1235
    @ppsayl1235 3 роки тому

    We have a mixer for all our instruments. The mixer out cable goes to each of the powered monitor speakers. My problem is: the back of the powered monitor uses an XLR output (male i think) that i would like to connect to the A/D input on my Montage synthesizer. I tried using a standard mic cable, connecting the male end to the back of the monitor's out jack (XLR) but my keyboard only takes 1/4 inch as input to the A/D input. I used a dongle/converter to convert the XLR female end of the mic cable to a 1/4 inch jack and plugged that input the mono port on the A/D input for my synth. I turned on the A/D button on my Montage synth and raised the gain. I then connected my headphones to my synth via 1/4 inch jack. My purpose was to better hear the mix coming out of the monitor in my headphones by chaining the output of the powered monitor to my keyboard so I could better adjust the mix volume in my headphones so I could hear my vocals more clearly in the overall mix. No sound from the monitor can be heard (but I can hear myself playing the keyboard). Do I need to buy a dedicated XLR (male) to balanced 1/4 inch cable? Perhaps my cabling isn't right? Thoughts? Thanks.

  • @adrianandras7464
    @adrianandras7464 4 роки тому +3

    Is there a brand of balanced TRS cables that you recommend?

  • @LoffysDomain
    @LoffysDomain 4 роки тому +3

    So much learning. * chef's kiss * Perfect!

  • @michaelfrgegaard881
    @michaelfrgegaard881 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice "no bullshit" video. German precision. Thanks man.

  • @KaychiMusic
    @KaychiMusic 3 роки тому

    Great vid, any chance you could let me know what monitor stands are in the video please?

  • @jaxxjupiter1809
    @jaxxjupiter1809 4 роки тому

    Your tutorials are the best man, big shoutout to you!

  • @ramanmono
    @ramanmono 3 роки тому +1

    Can I plug headphone output to my Harman Kardon 2.1 computer speakers?

  • @florindanila7034
    @florindanila7034 2 роки тому

    Very nice video and very well explained.
    I just bought a pair of krk monitors, do i need an interface or i can ise a normal dac like the ifi zen2? I don't use microfons or other instruments.
    I wil really appreciate your advice.

  • @gosha-ie
    @gosha-ie 4 роки тому

    been looking for someone like this that just explains it straight up 👊🏽🙏🏽

  • @BIGMIKE360AMUSEMENTS
    @BIGMIKE360AMUSEMENTS 3 роки тому

    I have these same JBL MONITORS! I love ❤️ my JBL’S

  • @Minus20Design
    @Minus20Design 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this excellent tutorial, Julian.

  • @kevinkapowski
    @kevinkapowski 13 днів тому

    Life saver dude, thanks so much

  • @MrPhilipBecker
    @MrPhilipBecker 4 роки тому

    good and helpful video :D i'm in the process of purchasing an audio interface for recording voice overs and i wondered which cables to buy for my small studio monitors, which i already have (they're running atm with a 3,5 mm to 2x6,35 mm cable directly from my mainboard soundcard). This prevented me from buying the TS cables and maybe having some problems setting everything up (maybe shorting the outputs).

  • @wayfaringstranger5808
    @wayfaringstranger5808 4 роки тому

    You Sir, are a professional.

  • @Obie1sand2s
    @Obie1sand2s 4 роки тому +3

    I’ve noticed the volume from my actual computer will manipulate the overall output going to the interface and then to the monitors. What should i set the volume from the computer? Will this make a difference?

    • @jaleelturner4385
      @jaleelturner4385 4 роки тому +1

      on me I know exactly what you mean doin the same thing to me pissin me off

    • @R3mix_
      @R3mix_ 2 роки тому

      if you use a interface for controlling the volume anyway, then you can keep the Windows sound on 100% and only regulate with the interface

  • @realtalktodd5716
    @realtalktodd5716 4 роки тому

    Would you consider reviewing the Mackie Big Knob Studio or Studio+ Interface?? Great tutorial on a basic setup by the way.

  • @garudasomanna
    @garudasomanna 4 роки тому

    Good morning. Loved watching your video but being of weak knowledge in this subject I couldn't fully understand. It was very informative for me to hear you describe how to set up the volume levels on the monitors and interface. I would like to know whether this will affect the volume of my recording because I have a very low voice and have to set up the gain levels of the input quite high to have a 'decent' recording that has to be given effects for pushing up the volume further. In case you have any other video describing how to set the gain of the input source in relation to the monitoring volumes, I'd be glad to watch them. Thanks for this video that will help me do better recording:). Have a nice day.
    Regards
    Dr. Somanna

  • @Hzuuuu
    @Hzuuuu 3 роки тому

    Aww, I was hoping for your insights of connecting those passive speakers to an interface. I'm thinking of trying out a different setup. Been using studio monitors for years, but maybe something like the KEF LS50 might be fun to experiment? Not sure how that goes from the interface to the amp to the speakers. I hope you can give some insights. :)

  • @rughhchic8991
    @rughhchic8991 Рік тому

    Quick question, for the Scarlett solo, I know it only has one adjustment knob, but let’s say I only wanna hear the sound only coming from the headphones instead of the studio monitors, would that mean I would have to disconnect them or is there another way ? I know the 2i2 is good for something like this but I wanted to make sure if it was still possible for the solo as well, thank you and have a good day!

  • @BeerusUltraInstinct
    @BeerusUltraInstinct 3 роки тому

    Hi, can you tell us which XLR 2 TRS you are using? Do I need to look at expensive brands? Thanks in advance

  • @Xtn1Insecticide
    @Xtn1Insecticide 2 місяці тому

    Does the gain level on these two volume controls change the sound? More or less compressed?

  • @Machoniak
    @Machoniak 4 роки тому

    Well done mate 👍
    Is it possible to connect studio monitors so that the sound from the computer could also be heard in the monitors?

  • @johnmoody1642
    @johnmoody1642 3 роки тому

    Thanks a lot for the explanation!
    I have a pair of quested s7 monitors that only have an xlr in, i was hoping to simply use them as pc speakers, do i need an inteface for better sound or should i just find a pair of xlr/3.5 jack cables, what do you think?

  • @wernerferreira1
    @wernerferreira1 4 роки тому

    Brilliant and factual video. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @SteveCopertino
    @SteveCopertino 4 роки тому

    Great, concise and detailed review! Nice job.

  • @Msieurlabulle
    @Msieurlabulle 3 роки тому

    Hi Julian, Thanks for all these videos! I checked my studio monitor's connection and unfortunately, they are connected in ts jack format in my interface, and in xlr on my studio monitor (i use an adptator cable on each monitor, from xlr to jack ts). I suppose i have to buy new cables in trs..........does my actual system makes me loose in audio outpout quality? I would be happy to have en answer if you have a moment. Best regards from France MLB

  • @repsossa
    @repsossa Рік тому

    Which input do I choose (RCA or Optical Toslink) when connecting an audio interface with TRS (M-Audio Track Duo) output to a speaker in order to obtain greater volume power?

  • @curlyhead4545
    @curlyhead4545 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Very informative. What volume settings do you recommend for the PC audio?

    • @PingWine
      @PingWine 4 роки тому

      Windows audio always at max and control the volume from audio interface/amp. This way you get the strongest and cleanest signal possible.

    • @NoSauceNoSauce
      @NoSauceNoSauce 4 роки тому

      ​@@PingWine What do you mean by "Windows audio". I assume you mean the main Windows sound control volume @100%? But there's also the volume for whatever player you're producing the sound from. For example, if I'm watching UA-cam, I can adjust the volume slider. Should this UA-cam audio slider be at 100% as well (all the way to the right?). The end volume is greatly affected by where I set the UA-cam player volume. The same applies to music players (e.g. iTunes), or a movie player's volume (e.g. VLC player).

  • @this7419
    @this7419 4 роки тому +1

    Hi JK, what are those monitors on your desk?

  • @sebastiantorres5363
    @sebastiantorres5363 4 роки тому +1

    Love you bro. Thanks for your amazing content.

  • @brandnewage1
    @brandnewage1 10 місяців тому

    julian can make a dry subject even dryer,lol,.....great video bro, thanks

  • @pogcast
    @pogcast 4 роки тому

    Awesome video! I was just wondering, I have pair of EDIFIER R1700BT bookshelf speakers, these speakers are active monitors and only have 2 RCA outs. Will it be safe for me to plug these active speakers into the back of the RCA output on my Motu M2? I'm kinda worried about damaging any components.

  • @神の獅子
    @神の獅子 4 роки тому

    @
    Julian Krause can you do a video for Computer noise interference due to speaker cables and power adapter plugs?

  • @matrixist
    @matrixist 3 роки тому

    What if your speakers have no volume? Is a DAC needed, or is the the Scarlett 8i6 DAC?

  • @donr8191
    @donr8191 4 роки тому +1

    Hi...Great video ! I learned alot ! I just hooked up my Focusrite 2i2 Gen3 and it connects using USB C connector on 2i2 then to a standard USB A on the computer. Does it matter if I connect to USB 2.0 on my computer or USB 3.0 ? Thanks !!

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  4 роки тому

      No, doesn't matter as the 2i2 3rd gen uses a USB 2.0 connection. It will work in USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports just fine.

  • @0views372
    @0views372 3 роки тому

    I recently got a motu m2. Your review is what made me purchase it!
    When you have both the monitor and headphones plugged in to interface, is it possible to have separate outputs?
    For example: I want to listen to music from the monitors but have discord output to headphones while both being plugged to the audio interface

  • @jibbyjabby7499
    @jibbyjabby7499 2 роки тому

    Hi. Is there anyway to get RCA output to a box of sorts which will convert the RCA signal to a balanced XLR input? Can't seem to find any info about it. Thanks.

  • @JohnnyKnowles
    @JohnnyKnowles 3 роки тому

    Amazing tutorial man! Keep up the good work🙏🏽

  • @HamzaAmjad
    @HamzaAmjad 3 роки тому

    Very informative video, thanks for the effort you put into making it Julian! I'm new to using specialized audio equipment, and was hoping you could help me solve an issue I have regardoing connecting my bose companion 20 speakers to a motu m2 interface. The companion 20 have only one 3.5mm input on the speakers, and since I want to be able to connect my headphones to the interface at the same time, I wanted to use either of the outputs at the back to connect the speakers. Which would be the better choice in your opinion? After some research I've found that I could use either a 3.5mm male to dual male RCA cable, or a 3.5mm male to dual TS mono cable. I believe RCA is stereo but unbalanced and the TRS 1/4" outputs for the m2 are balanced, and I was not sure about using unbalanced mono TS cables here either. I would really appreciate your expertise in this matter, thank you in advance!

  • @MehmetSurmeli
    @MehmetSurmeli Рік тому

    Thank you for the very useful video. My question for anyone to answer is I have an audio interface with multi-channel inputs and it has a mixer dial. Should I let the mixer stay in the mid position where it mixes other inputs (actually most of the time I'm not using instruments or microphone input) or should I turn it all the way to the side of output of monitors alone? Thanks

  • @DJMaximize
    @DJMaximize 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much, I was so confused about audio interfaces but now I understand. Thank you!

  • @theTripleRvideo
    @theTripleRvideo 4 роки тому +1

    Hello! Loving your informative videos! when will you be doing the interface headphone comparison? Thank you so much. Hope you are doing well and safe

  • @Josh-sx2lg
    @Josh-sx2lg 4 роки тому

    a Yamaha MG10 or 12 review by you? I'm trying to figure out if it worth it or not. Keep up the good work.

  • @VincentBA2011
    @VincentBA2011 4 роки тому

    Thank you, really helpful tutorial, just what I was looking for 👍

  • @thebrightfamily6082
    @thebrightfamily6082 4 роки тому

    great man...was looking for some video like this. Thanks buddy.

  • @bogdanchircu4678
    @bogdanchircu4678 3 роки тому

    So is there any risks using a TS jack from a Behringer UMC22 to an RCA speaker? Manual does not seem to specify that

  • @f.poindexter
    @f.poindexter 4 роки тому

    Thank you for this video. May I ask what audio recording software do you use?

  • @angelbenitez8035
    @angelbenitez8035 4 роки тому

    Two questions: If I have the monitors connected, and I also have the headphones connected to the interface, will they both play or I have to disconnect one?
    Second: Do I have to turn off the studio monitors/interfaces when I'm done using them or they will still suck electricity even if not used?

  • @DJNexuz1
    @DJNexuz1 4 роки тому

    Hi, great video. Quick question if I use a DJ mixer and use only one studio monitor in order for it to record in stereo do i need to connect both inputs from mixer to interface or is it ok just to use one? Thanks

  • @nightstringers
    @nightstringers 3 роки тому +1

    I'm confused found cables on amazon they 2 1/4 male plugs to one 3.5 stereo male . They all say trs balanced but don't have the extra ring

  • @thebingthing8421
    @thebingthing8421 Рік тому

    Do I plug the interface into my gaming monitor? Or into the ps5? I’m guessing the headphone jack in the monitor but I have no idea

  • @johngault5214
    @johngault5214 3 роки тому

    Very informative video. Am I allowed to ask you a question please? I am using Logic Pro as my recording software,
    along with Focusrite 3Rd gen. When I try to play back the recording I'm only getting output from the right speaker and only very faint playback from the left speaker. Is this a software problem in the interface or the Logic Pro please? Thanks

  • @SteelRatVT
    @SteelRatVT 2 роки тому

    Are there audio interfaces that let you set up a 7.1 surround sound? You have any video on that?

  • @vikplevnes736
    @vikplevnes736 4 роки тому

    Are audio interfaces making the sound quality better on your monitor speakers? I just got the Presonus Eris 3.5 and I am not happy with the quality but then again what did I expect for that price...Should I buy an audio interface for them?

  • @CorneliusCreations
    @CorneliusCreations 4 роки тому

    Great video bro

  • @mrcamera8
    @mrcamera8 4 роки тому +6

    Is 6,3mm a quarter inch (1/4)?

  • @neurathal0n534
    @neurathal0n534 3 роки тому

    This was very helpful, great job!

  • @romance4558
    @romance4558 4 роки тому

    I have a question... Is the cable XLR Male to RCA is going to change the quality of the speakers, especially if the speakers I am buying have a balanced entrance? Is it going to sound as great as quarter inch TRS cable? Thank you!

  • @davidsargeant6021
    @davidsargeant6021 3 роки тому

    What are those monitors in the background with the metal driver?

  • @charlesmagno28
    @charlesmagno28 3 роки тому

    can I use regular audiospeakers? my goal is to just listen to best quality audio as sound output coming from my regular amp is not that good, if I use headphones from my multi effects its good but if from am its not, what do you think?

  • @BoomBiddyByeBye
    @BoomBiddyByeBye 4 роки тому

    Thanks for your guide. It seems like a very basic stuff, but it's extremely usefull if you buy your 1st pair of monitor's like me :)

  • @pimentocheese618
    @pimentocheese618 Рік тому

    So trs and xlr are both good if they are balanced? there is no difference in sound quality or hiss/hum?

  • @santiagocalleja3926
    @santiagocalleja3926 4 роки тому

    Julian, I have a Focusrite Scarlett Solo with only unbalanced RCA outputs. On the other side, I have a pair of Presonus Eris 4.5 which have both balanced and unbalanced inputs. What do you recommend to use? Is it better to do Focusrite RCA L & R outputs to Presonus RCA L & R inputs or should I go to the balanced L & R inputs? Thanks!

  • @matteo.peroni89
    @matteo.peroni89 4 роки тому

    Thanks Julian! Great Video!

  • @palashjaiswal7388
    @palashjaiswal7388 4 роки тому

    Very well explained. 👍👍

  • @DiogoCocharro
    @DiogoCocharro Рік тому

    Hi JK! I have a question, I heard some people talk about reduced dynamic range and SNR with digital volume control of audio interfaces.
    Does the DAC performs better if the output volume sits at 0dBFS? And then control the monitors volume with a passive or active monitor controller.
    What's your opinion on that?
    Thank you

  • @panosjretos
    @panosjretos 4 роки тому +1

    This helped me a lot.
    Thank you!

  • @prandez
    @prandez 4 роки тому

    loved it thanks, so clear and useful!

  • @TheRealJkillum
    @TheRealJkillum 4 роки тому

    Literally thank you

  • @zoipi87
    @zoipi87 3 роки тому

    What do I do if I have also plugged in my headphones into the audio interface. That way the sound volume on my headphones is quite high.. What do you recommend then, any advice? It would be also helpful if I could easily switch between my headphones and my monitors.. but there does not seem any easy hardware solution for that, does it?