Record to MP3 from an Audio Mixer to a personal recorder
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- How do I connect a Notetaker MP3 recorder to an audio mixer? This video shows you the cable you need and where to connect into the audio mixer to a Sony MP3 Recorder. Also you can see how to adjust the input settings on the recorder to get a clear recording.
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This concept of using a MP3 audio recorder works very well. I have been using an old netbook running Win10 and it has been unreliable over the past 8 months. I bought a Sony ICD-UX570 and use an Android tablet to access the recorded audio files in order to add mp3 tags and artwork. I am only sorry I did not find this info years ago!
Yes Mark. A handy little tip. Try Ann’s for sharing your experience. I appreciate it.
Thank you Gary, i got 3x icd-ux533 for $30 off ebay, they wore for parts only, but i fixed 2 of 3, and got some fancy 3.5mm to rca 0,5m cable, so now i have super clean sound shooting my weddings!.
i mix it along with good old zoom h2 which captures ambient sound and on camera sony XLR-K2M mic
Good deal. Great to hear it's solved your audio issues.
Good tip, especially of the volume. I have had problems with that in the past and learnt the hard way.
Yes it is easy to overdrive or distort a recording by not adjusting the input level. I'm happy that the video was of some help. Thanks for leaving a comment.
thank you!
Thanks
Gary,
Thank you for creating such a great video, easy to understand and not rambling on like so many reviews do. Because of you, I purchased a Sony UX560, and use it exactly like you describe, from rca tape out on my Church's mixer. I've been using that output to a mic in on my camcorder, with and without an attenuator, no difference, with just ok sound. Was sometimes bringing my laptop for audio, but too cumbersome. Recently even tried hdmi capture devices, which combines video and audio, but terrible audio and questionable video. Next usb powered Android audio interface, but unreliable apps make this option also no good. The best way for great video AND great audio, using inexpensive equipment (Vixia R60 $400) (Sony UX560 $81) is to record them separately and marry them later in PowerDirector15. A more expensive camera would be easier, but many, including us, cannot afford $1500-3000 to spend on video equipment. I used to use a Diamond usb capture device to laptop for video and line in for audio, which captured video and audio togerther, but it wasn't good enough resolution, only 480. I know a DVD is low also, my final product for those too old or sick to attend services, but when I use 1080 recording, it looks really good. So after all my try and errors, I now use this little Sony UX560 audio recorder, because of running across your video. And when we have an extraordinarily good singer, it captures the beauty so perfect, which makes awesome CD's.
Thank You Gary, Jim
+Jim H So great to hear you finally got a combination of equipment that is doing the job for you. It takes a lot of patience to work out what will work best for a particular job because there are so many variables. Thanks for passing on your experience I appreciate it.
Hello sir, thank you so much for your courtesy and responses. I will give this method a try. Keep up the great work.
Thank you very much Sir.........best video
Your welcome Natya, thanks for letting me know.
@@GaryDmedia Sir how to record sound from mixer by usb voice recorder
Awesome vid! This has to be the best & simplest tutorial I've found to connect a mp3 player to a mixer to record audio directly from the mixer. Definitely one of the best ways to record live music & audio through a mixer that I've seen. Is it the same to set up if I was recording using another mp3 recorder like an iRiver or some of the digital voice recorders? (like the ones from Philips, Olympus, Zoom, Tascam or Yamaha?)
Most of the better quality recorders with a microphone input have the function to switch the input from "microphone" to "audio in". In the case where the recorder has a microphone only input an "attenuated" lead can be used. This is the same type of lead but with the addition of a resister built into it to reduce the level going into the recorder. I may even do a video in the future showing how to make one of these leads if there is enough interest.
Hi Gary,
I was wondering if you have a tape recorder solution for this?
My mixer don't have a tape out but it has USB. With the loop-back disengaged, I have to use a head phone splitter amp connected to the head phone jack. Then I plug the recorder into the head phone splitter. That way I can fine tune the audio levels and still use my head phones.
Great to hear your work around. Thanks for sharing it Edward.
Big help.thank u sir!👍🏼
Thanks Roby for your feedback. I'm happy the video was helpful.
I was searching for a method to record audio from my analog mixer. Thanks for your video and may I know how much will cost for the mp3 recorder and where it gets.
+dinitious earnest There are many recorders that do the same sort of thing but here are the links to the items in the video from Amazon.com: Sony Recorder:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LS3KI0A/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00LS3KI0A&linkCode=as2&tag=simaudtip06a-20&linkId=VU7WN4T63K3XD5FQ
Patch Lead- www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032JAG4G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0032JAG4G&linkCode=as2&tag=simaudtip06a-20&linkId=ZUED2OO45Q3Y2BLA
This video and your last video look and sound better than the ones you posted six months ago. Were the recent ones created with the RX10? If so, is your shirt microphone connected directly into the RX10?
Yes I used my iphone 5 for the first videos and then purchased a Sony RX10 and found the change in quality was outstanding. I moved my filming down to the garage and setup better lighting, so it wasn't just the camera. I plugged the mike directly into the camera by means of an extension lead that I adjusted so I picked up both channels.
thank you. very helpful
Thanks for commenting +Khozin Yusuf, happy to hear it was helpful.
Can I use an RCA out from mixer into an RCA in of a cassette deck?
Im a punk rock musician and tape has a nice effect with distorted sounds its warmer and round.
I believe digitally recorded music has killed Rock n roll but sounds great with electronic music.
Yes, as a matter of fact some mixers call these RCA outputs TAPE outputs.
I record video for my church so i want to get good quality audio from the mixer like you just did, the problem I have is that the person or persons in charge of the mixer dont know how to use it so my recording is very bad quality. Is it posible to make my own mix through the auxillary channels output and record to my recorder without interrupting their mix. Thank you
Emanuel Productions That is a good question. It is possible to mix another output for your recorder via an AUX OUT (post fader) from each channel on the mixer. The same principles applies to plugging in a recorder to this output. You would just have to be a little more careful with this because some AUX line outputs are quite hot. I don't know how you would go fighting the mixer operator for access to his space but I will leave that up to you. Hope this helps a little.
Is Audio-in the same as Line-in ?
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Hi I am recording live concert audio from mixture using Sony Mp3 recorder (ICD-UX523F, Almost same as you show), I had switch Mic Sensitivity from Medium To Low but Still I have distortion and when I bring the audio in audition, dp Level Meter never come down to -3, always on 0 (top, red). Please suggest me anything you know, Audio recording from mixture (Live Concert) to any low budget device without distortion.
+KANGLEI VIEW Not good to hear you are having issues with distortion. Please check that you have the input setting to "line in" and not "microphone". Recheck the video and you will see the detail. If you have everything as in the video and have the record leads plugged into the RCA type rec out sockets on the mixer there must be another issue.
Do all mp3 recorders have line input? Which Sony model are you using in the video?
Thanks a lot
Hello, beautiful tutorial, can I with my Sony Icd Px720 make the same connection to record from the mixer?
+Juan Ayup Yes, as long as it has the microphone input and the option in the microphone settings to select LINE IN. Sony recorders seem to be very versatile.
Great! For other model with PX 240 is possibile recorder in line? TKs
It seems that the Sony recorders with a mic input can be adjusted to a line in as well. To be sure, go onto the support page for the recorder and download the user guide and check the instructions.
@@GaryDmedia grazie
Thanks a big help to me ☺☺
Ivan, yes you can use an attenuated cable but the settings would be different. The sensitivity on the recorder would have to be raised.
Thanks, my vids improve a lot, no need attenuator..
Please I have a Sony ICD UX-200 voice recorder already with a built-in USB port. Do I still need those audio jacks if my mixer has a USB port? Your answer will be highly valuable.
Yes you can only use the MIC IN connection to record audio. The USB is only used to share files and charge rechargeable batteries if you choose to install them. It is not a digital audio interface like some other recorders like the Zoom brand. (They are more expensive) hope that helps.
@@GaryDmedia Thank you so much, Gary! Now I know I have to get those cables for recording.
this is great info!!!! Will this record in stereo (L & R sides) if connected this way?My digital recorder states that it records in stereo but when i do, it only records on the Left side. Or should i set it up as Mono?thank you!
That's an interesting point. I will check out some detail and get back to you. With the correct lead it should record in stereo considering that the commercial external Sony mic is stereo.
+Sergio Barrena Just did a test with the recorder I used in the video and confirmed that it does record in stereo using the stereo 3.5mm plug to 2x RCA lead. It would be good to try another lead yourself to see if the lead you have been trying is faulty. Failing that you will need to select mono to get it across both tracks. Hope that helps you.
Does one channel record louder than the other?
No. Only if the left or right channel output has been set to different levels. If the main outputs are level and each of the pan on each mic channel on the mixer are set to the middle it will be equal.
Is the line in recording in stereo? Is it possible to record from microphones and line in at the same time ?
It would depend on the brand and model of the recorder but yes, if the correct lead is used it would be stereo. Sorry it is not possible to use the line in and onboard mics at the same time. Hope that helps clear it up.
rec out isn't line out, 2 different things, line out carries eq and coloration, rec out is clean audio with no volume or eq control.
How does one capture the sound from a mixer to cd or tape?
Cheers 🍻
You simply use the leads appropriate to your device. Most tape recorders have RCA inputs. Recordable CD recorders like the Marantz have XLR inputs.
Sir sorry for my bad english but, i was wondering if instead of using an mp3 recorder, i use a cassette recorder I have an auna RQ-132 the procedure would be the same or do i need a pre amp in addition with the mixer instead?
If the cassette player only has a mic input you will need an attenuated cable. If you have RCA socket inputs the output from the mixer can be connected directly into the cassette recorder.
Hope that helps.
Hallo, thats is it! Very good, but: I Cant' buy the Sony IDUX523 in germany no longer. Which new modell from sony (ICD-PX ore ICD-UX there are many Modells???), can also record from a mixer? Thanks peter
+Peter Bengelmann Sorry for the late reply. There are a number of others available since I did this video. Seems any Sony recorders with a mic input have the ability to change to a line input in the menu. Later models of the same unit are just upgrades. Same inside just a new look. See some of the other comments to find the model numbers.
If I have an audio input and a mic going into a mixer, will the audio from both be recorded into the digital recorder?
+Stuart Ratcliff It will depend on a number of things. Audio mixers come with a variety of functions but in their simplest form all of the channels will be sent to the REC OUT connections. Thanks for asking, hope that helps.
Nice one
+khosro soltani Thanks. Glad it was helpful.
Is Tape Out the same as Rec Out?
Yes exactly the same.
Thanks! Also I see that my mixer seems to have a "gain" or "volume" knob, is this something I should adjust? Is there any other volume settings I should look for in the mixer?
You will love the video next week. I go into the Monitor Mixer. Remember the mixer only appears when in multi-file mode.
the same sony recoder which you are using ic recoder icd.ux5335 sony crop
If you put minor increase on main level wouldn’t this make the audio clipping? are we also be able to get high quality audio using this method by using the zoom H1n or H1?
Yes if you don’t allow for headroom in the recording level. What this means is: lower the sensitivity of the mic/line input so if the master gain is raised you will still be under the clipping point. It is always good to setup the equipment with this in mind unless your recorder has some sort of compression setting. Even so, in these cheaper recorders it much better to take a little time to set them up properly.
The Zoom H1 and H1n are both very good recorders for this job. They are very versatile. Hope this helps.
@highheadTV did you manage to get audio sound without clipping and overloaded using the above cable on the video? Or, do you use an extra attenuator cable ?
No just a standard cable. The Sony recorders have a line in menu option.
the 523 is no longer available
buying the 533 so hope it also has the line level input
+DarkStarAZ Yes it does. Only outside changes to to look of the device.
Great Ill order tomorrow.
TY for the info.
when connected sony voice recorder to console with 3.3 mm jack unable to get stereo(voice was not in two side of headphone) help me to do
+Ranjit Ravela which model Sony recorder do you have?
Dear, can we record the audio from Rode NT USB mic into external recorders like 'Zoom H2n' etc. The reason is that my windows 10 on mt Desktop PC has made this audio like trash due to driver bug issues windows. Please reply for the sake of humanity.
For the sake of humanity there must be a problem with the setup. You can't use the mic on a Zoom recorder.
sir asked sony about models which have ability to line in or audio in recording . they don't know about it , i just need to record from mixer output to a voice recorder can you suggest some models for that below 7000 inr
I checked icd ux570 model of sony i doono it have that audio in thing
+Paavam Paavam Pinku The current model of Sony recorder like the one in the video is: Digital Voice Recorder with Built-in USB ICD-UX530. Link to picture: www.sony.com/electronics/voice-recorders/icd-ux530-series
i would like to know wheter Sony ICD-PX440 can record mp3 from an Audio mixer with good quality voice ?? thank you
Yes +Beby Renanthera This model appears to have the same features as the unit in the tutorial. The menu system and options look like they are the same. Appreciate your question. Thanks.
I'm at a loss here: My recorder doesn't have input settings. It records with its internal mic by default, and with an external one if there's one connected to it. Massive distortion, and I can't just turn down the volume from the mixer because I need to monitor the content in real time. Are there any devices I can use between these two then?
Yes, there are a number of simple devices that can help. May I ask what recorder you are using? Brand and model would help me give some advice.
@@GaryDmedia Sure, it's a Philips DVT 1300. I mainly meant it for simple dictation using its built-in mic, but with the input socket, I assumed that I could occasionally also record straight from a mixer.
The mic input sensitivity on the Philips can only be reduced to low sensitivity in the settings. This will still not be enough to stop distortion. For this recorder you will need a special attenuation led. It has a resister inline to lower the sensitivity even more. Hope this helps. You can get a cheap headphone inline volume control. This may be a simple fix.
@@GaryDmedia Yeah, I went through the settings and there's nothing relevant available. Okay, inline volume control is the magic term, I'll look it up. Thank you for your time!
Is line records stereo or mono?
Yes it can record stereo with the correct leads
How do I connect a Tascam dr-40 into a behringer xenyx 1204 usb
You can use a similar setup Richard. Use the RCA to 6.5 phono cable. Plug the RCA end into the TAPE OUTPUT and 6.5mm phono end into the multi function XLR inputs on the DR-40. If you don't have a proper lead you can use adapters on a standard RCA to RCA lead. Hope that helps.
Is the one on the link the same as Stereo IC Recorder ICD-UX560F??? Im looking for the on the link, but this 560F is what always turns up on my search.
Yes, that is one of the latest ones. Some people don't need the FM recording function so save money by purchasing the ICD-PX470. It is a stereo recorder that can be used the same as the one in the video.
@@GaryDmedia I see. I actually just need to record audio from DJ's mixer to get the audio from the mics being used. will the ICD-PX470 be good with that? I also use a boya wireless lav mic, will it be able to record the transmitted audio from the receiver if I plugged it in to this recorder?
Yes it will. Check out the online user guide and go to the recording section. You will see how to do it before you buy. Link to guide: helpguide.sony.net/icd/p47/v1/en2/contents/TP0001155412.html
Does it record in stereo?
Yes the recorder will if it can. Some recorders are only mono. Check the specifications. The cabling won’t change.
Hi sir can i use this trick to my Samsung Galaxy a70?
Jefferson, it can be done but you would need a special attenuated lead to connect to phone.
So by using this technique I can record my guitar on it?
Can I monitor the sound also while recording?
Yes you can. They are a versatile recorder.
Gary Davies thanks for the answer, I just want to make sure before buying.
Will it hiss?
Hi Im using ICD-UX560F can i us the same setup you did to record my pastor preach?
Yes, I checked the online manual and the principle is the same as the instruction video. This is the link to Sony's manual for your model dealing with the input settings. helpguide.sony.net/icd/u56/v1/en2/contents/TP0000831065.html Hope that is of help.
+Simple Audio Tips thanks alot
I'm looking for one to record singing and preaching at my Church. A friend of mine used to do that with an mp3 recorder. Somebody gave me a mini cam corder I've been using but if there's a crowd around me it's hard to hide. This looks like it would fit in my shirt pocket.
Yes the Sony recorders are goo for that. You can adjust the recording sensitivity. They are worth the extra money.
i want by this one
Sir Gary Davies, Which is the successor model from ICD-UX523F what i can buy in Germany by Amazon with the Option Audio/in ? Because I have Dynacord Mixer 1000-3 and i want to record the Audio with good an clear Quality....Pls Help Sir
The later models like the ICD-UX560 and the cheaper models like the ICDPX370 all have similar settings. They have a mic input as well but don't have FM recording.
@@GaryDmedia Thank You very much...You are Great
can i use sony icd-ux533 for my home recording studio to ger better sound ??
+nikul vankar The ICD-ux533 is not a professional recorder but it can record well if setup properly. A better choice would the many programs now available to record directly to your computer. Thanks for asking.
thanq u so much for ur reply....i have recorded many time in my laptop but i get noise to my recordings nd its not become professional sound..i have studiomaster mixer so plz suggest me to do better thanq u sir
That's not good that you are getting noise in your recordings. What has been a help to many is an analogue to digital converter. Here is an amazon link to one to have a look at. amzn.to/2eFphiV My brother has used one of these and has had good success. This is only an economical unit and there are much better quality AD converters available that cost many hundreds of dollars. You simply connect your mixer to your computer in a similar way to what you saw in the video but the AD converter connects to your computer via a USB connection. Hope this gives you some other options.
Thanq u so much 😊i will open link then text u again
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This looks interesting. I've been trying to record audio from my mixer, but recording to a USB flash drive causes dropouts/missing samples, and to a laptop, noise. Does recording to a Sony MP3 recorder cause dropouts?
No, it just records a clean file.
OK...I just ordered a similar recorder (from Aiworth) today. I‘ll let you know if it works.
Another question: should I plug a TRS cable into the recorder or a TRRS (mic) cable?
TRS only.
It works great! It sounds a little “vintage”, but I can deal with it.
EDIT: It was set to a lower sample rate, and that’s why it sounded “vintage”. Oops!
Just find your informative channel sir..how this sony recorder wav file compare to tascam dr40 for same setting? Is there any different quality?
Not sure sorry. I don't have one to compare.
Hi sir please also tell how I can connect my android phone instead of MP3 recorder.
Samuel, you will need a special lead to do that, they can be made but you may find it better to purchase an iRig2. They are a very versatile adapter to connect mobile devices.
@@GaryDmedia thank you so much
Sir What is model number
The Sony recorder in the video is an older model released in Australian. The links in the description take you to a newer model that works.
hi ... nice video
ask : why when i set the SELECT INPUT, in the folder record, my files got separated, not on one single file in one event.
thankyou
(sorry my english is not good)
sir, i am is not an audio man. there is another one.
i am a video recorder, and when i plug my sony IC recorder to audio man (into audio mixer), and my file goes to bad noise grounding.
how can i tell the audio man to set up his mixer?
ask no 3 :D (sorry)
how i setup other setting?
like REC MODE, LCF, VOR, VOLUME etc
thank you :)
Can I connect from rec out to PC
Yes you can but you will need to go into the mic input settings and remove all boost from the input or it will overdrive and distort. Some PC computers have a line-in input. That is better to use. Hope that helps.
@@GaryDmedia I tried it at church yesterday and it didn't work
Sorry to hear that. Just a point to consider: if the PC is a laptop with a single headset input you definitely will need a special cable to connect. There are some cheap USB audio interfaces that would do it.
what is this recorder instrument name
It is a Sony note-taker. There are many different models that do the same thing.
Hi Gary, What is the exact model used in this video?
The old one I have is a Sony ICD-UX523F but as you can see from other comments viewers have made it is out of production now. Most of the newer models do exactly the same job when they have a mic input. Check out some of the other comments.
Hi
Gary, Thank you for your swift reply, my main purpose is to have one with line input so I can make direct music recording from a mixer, I want these music for my video clip. As most model do not
mention this function, is it possible that you recommend some models which have this line input function so I can cut down the risk of getting an inappropriate product. Thanks!
Stanley, you may be better saving up for a recorder specifically designed for that job. The Zoom H5 and H6 are good options. These have much better connections that can used for professional audio equipment. Hope that is helpful.
Hi
Gary, Thank you for your answer and good advice, as I am still a newbie in video making so I may begin with a cheaper Sony ICD-PX470 or the Behringer UCA 202 as recommended, I hope these are good enough for me to begin with the learning. By the way, are there any difference in sound quality between ICD-PX370 and ICD-PX470?
I wouldn't think so. I have never compared them. From memory I think the more expensive unit has an FM radio and recorder on board.
How much ser
The recorder is about $70US and the lead is about $7US. Hope that helps.
but i am seeing same model which you are holding in you hand
+Ranjit Ravela If the lead you are using is the same as the one in the video it may be one of two things. One is the 3.5mm plug may not be pushed all of way into the recorder. The other thing is there may not be any output on the other channel. Check that your pan control is in the centre (12 o'clock) and not swept to the left or right. I hope this helps.
Ok thank you
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i am church pastor want to record all the sermons which are teaching in the church we are using studiomaster console model efx 16.2
now i understand why i shouldn't buy the h1n,h1.
Don't get me wrong. The H1n is a great option. The video was simply pointing to the potential of a simple note taker for recording.
@@GaryDmedia its amazing with that audio in function, h1n dont have that. That alone is a big plus.
The H1n has the ability to reduce the input sensitivity so that it becomes a line in. Even the input is labelled Mic / Line in. The Sony unit only has stepped adjustment. Hope that helps Azizul. Check out the downloadable manual for the H1n. I noticed in the Zoom H1n specifications it says the input can be adjusted: “Input connector: stereo mini jack −∞ dB - +39 dB input gain 2 kΩ or higher input impedance plug-in power (2.5 V) supported”
Have you ever wanted to record to MP3 directly from a Mixer? You may have what is needed.
Thanks for the video I want to start taping pastor sermons, can I use this same technology to connect a CD audio recorded to the mixer
Yes if it is a dedicated CD recorder the record out (REC OUT) on a mixer can be connected to your recorder via a similar lead that has matching ends.
thanks
Thanks for your video. I just need to know if I could get a double end 3.5mm jack, connect one end to the earphone point in the mixer and connect the other end to 'Line in' socket of the recorder and record using 'mic in' setting.
Shalem Raj Yes you can use the headphone output. The danger is that the headphone output is quite loud for the mic in on a recorder and will distort the recording. Yes you can get leads to try it out but you would be much better using the record out jacks on the mixer.
Thanks
Glad it was helpful.