Mackie HM4 Headphone Amp Review
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- Опубліковано 20 лют 2020
- In this video I unbox and review the Mackie HM4 Headphone amp for my drum studio.
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wow i thought it was me. ive been mastering for years now and decided to upgrade my soundcard and got a focusrite and during some mastering processes. i started to realize on the first day something wasn't rite. i was about to buy a whole new sound card but then came across the headphone amps and came to your video and you literally are having the same problem so im not crazy ..lmfaooo you just saved me alot of money. thanks
Which Focusrite are you using? If you have Focusrite control installed you can set most of the level there. For my instill need that extra push at my drum kit. Cheers
@@JimToscano THANKS!!!! wow man i was going to buy the hm4 amp and I saw that I could gain volume on the Focus control, thanks!!!! you saved me some money
@@GerardGarriga Happy to help! Remember Focusrite control works a pre-daw input monitoring…the daw return will play your daws output…👍🏻
what's max impedance this headamp can handle ? Can it handle 250/ 300 ohm Beyer's ?
Thank so much Jedi Master J🙂
Super cool super helpful super simple. Good video thanks. I added a like 👍
Awesome, thank you!
The Mackie HM-4 is a 4-way headphone amplifier designed to provide simple and effective headphone amplification for artists, musicians, and engineers monitoring through headphones in home, project, commercial, and mobile-recording studios. Its single 1/4" TRS stereo input and four 1/4" TRS stereo outputs allow user to distribute a stereo source to up to four pairs of headphones. Each output is controlled via a dedicated level knob, allowing varied listening volumes for each person. The compact heavy-gauge steel chassis offers rugged durability and a convenient power status indicator on its front panel. Use the included 12 VDC power supply to power the HM-4.Distribute Signal to Multiple Headphones1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Input4 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone OutputsDedicated Level Control Per OutputPower Status IndicatorCompact Heavy-Gauge Steel ChassisIncludes Power Supply
I have dt990 pro 250ohm and 2i2
Is this (HM 4) can make change at the VOLUME OF THE DT990 250OHM ?
Hi Jim very nice and straightforward video! I have a question since i bought the behringer HA400 and i returned it since i notice that it colors the sound and adds a bit more Bass to the sound. I am looking for something clean so that the sound coming out it's the same as it is coming from the Daw. Does the HM4 add any color to the sound. Please let me know thanks.
Thanks for watching and for the comments and question. To me the signal is very transparent and not really adding any color. The signal is simply split & booted for my studio needs. Warm regards.
I have the Scarlet 18i8 and facing the same problem getting good sound on Bayerdynamic 250 Ohms. The software does not help either. Didi the Mackie solve your problem, sir?
Hi DJ I did find it to solve the issue of not having enough gain from the Focusrite headphone outputs. Even in the Control software it didn't give me enough so the headphone amp gave me that push I needed, thanks!
what are your thoughts about using the Behringer UM2 as a headphone amp for the Beyerdynamic 990s?
Hi Mike I don't have these products in my studio to test, however the Behringer UM2 interface may have enough output to work well with the 990's. My interface has a low output volume for headphones so I have integrated the HM4 to boost the signal. Additionally check out Behringers software. That may give you more control. www.behringer.com/product.html?modelCode=P0AVV
Just arrived today.. Rly nice looking comfortable to use.. Only problem is the amp gets small amount of white noise after 67℅ that's rly not cool but I already bought it have to deal with it I guess, the bihringer ha400 doesn't get any white noise they said and it's 15 bucks cheaper..
Ah that can be annoying. I’ve not experienced that. Then again I just use it to run a remote volume control at my drum kit to monitor tracks and clicks and probably would hear the noise anyway. Thanks for the info.
Could be ground looping. Have you tried connecting the power to the same source as your pc and soundcard?
The noise is from your headphones output of your interface, try using a 80 Ohm rather than 250
Thanks for the review. I just bought a BD 770 Pro 250 Ohm Headphone and have a Focusrite 4i4 AI. I also want to be able to use full monitoring directly from my DAW without breaking the bank. So I am considering the Mackie HM4 or the ART HeadAmp4. The placing of the input/outputs/knobs make me lean toward the Mackie though. But I am wondering, do these amps require a (balanced/unbalanced) stereo line-in or a stereo headphone level input?
I use a y cable to run the stereo out of my interface to the headphone amp (TRS) you can also run a balance cable from the headphone output on an interface to the amp. I’ve used it both ways! Thanks
@@JimToscano Thanks Jim! Very helpful!
I am not sure why he just doesn't run a TRS Stereo Cable from the headphone jack in the Interface, such as a Focusrite, straight to the input jack on the HM4 Mackie. That's what I did.
Good video!
I have a AKG k240, does it lose quality or is it almost the same when plugging into an interface? Greetings from Argentina!!!
And I forgot if you get a responder. As you see it to mix and equalize tracks (Voice-Guitar-Bass). Thanks
Can you please tell me what AMP, DAC, I prefer it all in one, for the Sony MDR-CD900st?
Thanks in advanced
This link may help you out, thanks!
Vs presonus hp4?
Hey! Its enaught to make dt 990 pro (250 omhs) make more power and dont lose the high quality?
Yes it should be good. The Mackie can handle the 250 ohms well. In fact some of the Beyerdynamic headsets are being sold as a bundle with the HM4 here are the specs:
Details: Transmission type Wired. Headphone design (operating principle) Closed. Headphone impedance 250 ohms. Headphone frequency response 5 - 35.000 Hz. Nominal sound pressure level 96 dB. Construction Circumaural (around the ear). Cable & plug Coiled connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼“ adapter (6.35 mm). .
Mackie HM-4 4-Way Distribution Headphone Amplifier with 4 Headphone Outputs. Share a single stereo source with up to 4 pairs of headphones. Individual level control for each output. Powered via the included 12v AC adapter.
Jim Toscano thank you vert much for your answer! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
@@Vilozio You are very welcome. I am doing some technology live streams in the coming weeks stay tuned for that. I will feature new gear and my full studio setup! Thank you!!!
hey i had ordered behringer ha400 but they said about delays.. hope i did good and switched to this one.. any ideas? i need them for music studio purposes will be fine? please if you could help with an answer would appreciate
Yes this will be fine. I use it at my studio desk to boost/control my headphone volume. I've used many other HP amps and this one has been great, especially for the cost!
@@JimToscano ok thank you 🙌
hey i just got this amp and it sounds great but the audio is only working for my left headphone the right headphone still works but it sounds very low like how it does when you dont use an amp, everything is brand new i dont know what the problem is.
Not sure what your while setup is, but the headphone amp expects a stereo signal. I had the same problem running a mono signal into the headphone amp. Once I got the right cable to send a stereo signal from a stereo output to the headphone amp, it worked properly.
@@dirtywizard what cable?
Where did you connect it to, an interface? Mainly did you connect it to the headphone jack of the interface or other output?
Asking because when I connect it to the headphone output of the interface it is noisy.
Hey there I use the outputs of the interface to connect. Make sure you use a good TRS cable. If you use poor cables the sound will be poor as well. Cheers!
Hi , i have a question do you think these will work compatible with dt 990 pro 250ohm ? i just really dont wanna spend more 100 - 200 $ for an amp thats pretty much the price of the headphones lol
Hi, it should work well with the 990. I have tried this amp with several HPs and people in this thread have used it with similar 250ohm HPs. Best of luck, cheers!
Hello. Can I connect this amp directly to my laptop, or I need an audio interface also? I'm new at this
Hi, You would need an audio interface. If you want something small and affordable the Focusrite 2i2 would be a simple solution for mic input and headphone output. Cheers J
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I have 2i2 by focusrite, do I connect to headphone output or the monitor outputs in the back? I don’t use speakers by the way, mis using headphones
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I have 2i2 by focusrite, do I connect to headphone output or the monitor outputs in the back? I don’t use speakers by the way, mis using headphones
@@apostolicway2604 yes if you’re not using speakers you can use the outputs from the back, but the headphone Jack would work as well. I prefer using the outputs so I have another headphone input if needed. Just make sure you use TRS cables, so you will be in stereo. Thanks!
can you connect the focusrite scarlett to this ?
Yes. I use it to have a separate headphone volume control at my drum kit from my Focusrite interface .
what do you do if you are just trying to hook it up to your pc directly for fl studio?
I suppose you could take the headphone out of your pc and plug that into the hp amp with an 1/8” to 1/4” adapter. I’ve not had to do that because I use an interface but I think it would work. I will try it and let you know!
@@JimToscano what interface do you reccomend for a novice producer? I have the HM-4 headphone amplifier but it doesnt just connect into my pc sadly.
review may not feed audiophile . curious on boost freq, noise level. etc
For some reason with this product it only plays at a one ear did you have this problem let me know thanks
Death Party at The Beach make sure that you are using a TRS cable. TRS will carry a stereo signal. Here is a link to a stereo y cable. www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/STP202--hosa-stp-202-insert-cable-1-4-inch-trs-to-dual-1-4-inch-ts-6-foot
Jim Toscano thanks 👍
Hi Jim if I want to use a headphone amp in tandem with my Focusrite Scarlett what would be the best way to go about it. Should I connect the headphone amp to the Scarlett’s headphone out or should I connect the headphone amp to the Scarlett’s line outs, using I presume RCA cables. And if do the latter (which seems to make sense) what about my monitor speakers. Will it be okay to connect them also using RCA cables. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Hi which Scarlett unit do you have?? This way I can recommend the correct cable. But I would recommend the line out of the Scarlett with a stereo y cable to the headphone amp.
@@JimToscano I have the 2i2. Are you saying take a line out of the Scarlett’s headphone out into the headphone amp. Wouldn’t that be dicey. One amp amplifying another. Am definitely no expert so I am coming from some kind of “perceived” common sense place. Am also wondering why none of these headphone amps seem to offer USB connectivity - I could connect it directly to the Mac and then make it the output from inside the DAW?
@@accentontheoff hi on the back of the 2i2 you take the line out (unless your using this for speakers) and content that to the HM4 with a stereo y cable. 2 - 1/4” mono to single 1/4” TRS and you will be all set!
Yes and you can set the Mac output device as Scarlett. This way you will monitor all of the computer audio through the interface as well!
@@JimToscano Ah but I have speakers too. As you can see I am going a little nuts. Because the only solution I have seen advises using a two part RCA connector that goes into my speakers and into the headphone amp as well. Does that make sense. RCA cables?
What's the impedance of your headphones?
My headphones are Audio Technica BPHS-1 and the impedance is 65 ohms (Headphone); 560 ohms (Microphone)
This review is really lacking. What is the impedance of your headphones? How does this handle 4 pair of headphones all at 250ohm each? Would have been nice to see a scope of the input level in real time with the output level with the attenuation adjusted to show the amplification.
I have to agree with you. I will try to do a better review in the future. I wasn't very well informed when I posted this video. Thanks for the comment.
@@JimToscano I have the knowledge on how to test all this stuff but I don't have the patience to set up gear to record everything and edit videos. So you have something I don't
@@bmmcwhirt thanks for the encouragement! Yes it can be tedious haha.
So wait... You can't just connect the amp directly into your PC and then headphones directly into the amp? I'm so confused and honestly pretty bummed since i wanna buy this without needing anything else.
yeah I need to know too
i think you plug it into your interface
That's really weird though... so you first need an audio Interface which then you connect an amp to? I just don't get it... I'm way too sluggish. 😅 I really need to know before i waste my money.
@@Boomer112 the audio interface will make the audio from the mic usuable in your daw. The amp will then amplify the signal further as well as allow you to send it ti multple headphones
@@BralynSztuka Hmm... Well, i don't have a microphone so i guess an audio interface isn't needed then? This just confuses me more and more to be honest. 👁️👄👁️
This or Behringer Ha400?
Yes the Behringer is definitely comparable! Thanks🙂🙏🏼🥁
@@JimToscano cheers
it's not perfect. a little distortion with noisy high tones. not clear.
Thanks for the comment. I am usually playing drums while on the amp, so for me I probably don’t notice the high tones. Cheers.👍🏻🙂🥁