Thanks for this, great video! I have the identical mixer, and am currently looking for powered speakers. Does your piano sound any different/better/worse if you use one of the stereo channels with separate left and right outs (instead of the summer L+R mono out)? I know you won't really get true stereo unless you add a second speaker and run L to 1 and R to the other, but I'm curious if there is any difference with just the single speaker. Som samples can actually lose some clarity when summed to mono because of phase cancellation; I'm playing piano but also alot of Hammond organ, so I might be considering 2 speakers instead. Anyways thanks again, hoping to hear your thoughts on the stereo connection. Subscribed :)
The Yamaha P515 is excellent too. Wood keys and sound sampled from Yamaha CFX concert grand I use two Yamaha DBR 10s One plugged in to the right channel, and the second into the left channel. Really nice stereo sound.
I just bought my first digital piano (Roland RD 88) and am so glad I watched this video. I now have more knowledge of what to buy for future gigs. I am a guitar player teaching myself piano, an older guy. I love what you play but I'll never be that good, just using chords and playing melody over them and singing songs like Dylan, James Taylor, David Gray and the likes. I love how confident you look and how naturally you perform, such a joy to watch. Anyways thanks for this very informative video it's greatly appreciated. Ciao.
Thanks for sharing this setup, Aimee! Earlier today I searched for you on Apple Music and found your albums. I really enjoyed your arrangement of “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl).”. You did that song in a way I’d never heard before, but it was a very nice cover. KUDOS on doing it your way!
When one of my very favorite UA-cam piano teachers shows up on a gear review search, I knew it was going to be great. It WAS great. Also it's awesome that you have the SV1, as that is the keyboard I have as well. Just wish I had a fraction of your skill and talent
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Why the manufacturers of these systems never have an actual singer/ performer reviewing their products. Well done!! I will look into this system!
This is exactly the kind of demonstration I was looking for. Good job. I haven't linvestigated further to see if you've done others, but if you haven't you should. Loads of people assume you know too much and so their demos and tutorials are unusable for folks who are learning the basics. I dig that little mixer.
I like to see what gear people are using. Didnt know you were a pianee player. But looks like a great easy basic quality set up. Didnt think i was gonna hang for the whole vid but when you started playing i just wanted to hear more . Great video 👍
For a first shot at doing an equipment review, I don't think you could have done a better job. Thinking of buying a mixer, just found out about the MG06X yesterday, real glad I watched this.
Excellent review. Love the Guitar Center. When I bring my kids, they end up playing every keyboard in the place. I'm set on getting QSC K series speakers for sound reinforcement and my mobile DJ operation which is simple and classy. QSC seems to fit that style for portability, appearance and sound quality.
Hi Aimée that was nice of you to explain your set-up. I have bought the same kind of mixer and speaker but was a little confused on how to go about it with my keyboard so thank you so much. It is very helpful. 😊
Thanks for the video Aimee. I recently joined a duo and found my Fishman lacking. I recall your video from a while ago. I bought the Yamaha thanks to your helpful insights. Yours was the only review I found from a gigging singer/instrumentalist perspective. It sounds great. I should have followed your advice the first time. Thanks so much.
I have the mg10 mixer. I find that my keyboard piano sounds best with the gain knob adjusted into the shaded area indicated on the knob. It looks like an extra wide delineation mark. Adjusted above the indication zone the piano voice starts to make a small sharp crackling sound unlike a normal piano. Adjusting the gain down can remove a harsh edge from the sound. The sound starts to distort quickly when the gain is turned up too high. You probably know more about it than me, if so then you know what I mean. This is a very good presentation because you find almost zero reviews or presentations about how to design and set up a good keyboard sound amplification system. I put together a simple home system something like yours for leisure use only. I purchased jbl 305p powered nearfield stage monitors, made use of an on hand mg10 mixer, and I hooked up 2 yamaha keyboards both in stereo psre373 and the cool ck61. I used all xlr cables and compatible adapters. My system is noise free and it is nice volume increase above built in speakers for sure! But 1 thing you did that I really like is getting that nice little qsc 'stage' monitor. For your performance requirements I am sure that your little stage monitor puts out a lot more sound and volume than my small jbl nearfield monitors. 2 of those qsc monitors would give you stereo functionality. That could be cool ...
This is so helpful! I recently started doing solo gigs and have asked around what other musicians use, but haven't heard from a vocalist and pianist yet. I am definitely going this route - thank you!
I also love my QSC K10. I typically place it on the floor and recently got Auralex Gramma v2, which isolate it from floor and make the sound even more amazing.
Thank you for your review. Your final words are exactly what I have been looking to rectify in my performances, making music and not worrying about equipment. I just ordered all the recommendations and the auralex gramma v2. Look forward to seeing the improvement with this setup and sound.
Thank you Mrs. Nolte! I recently purchased the Yamaha MG10XU and came across this video while searching for videos about the mixer. Your review of the QSC K10 has steered me in the direction of owning one of those speakers. Your honest and humble review of both has driven me in a positive direction. Being a solo musician, I search far a wide to find the right setup for myself. You made me believe that your setup is a good place to start. Went to guitar center yesterday, and walked out with the QSC K12, surprisingly it was on sale and cheaper than the K10. Call it Lucking out to the max! Thank you Aimee....your musicianship is very inspiring! Once I get some things rolling with the mixer and and recording, you will be the first I share it with. Stay tuned, I hope not have you waiting too long!! Have a beautiful day, keep doing what your doing , you are helping so many people and that's something I hope to learn creative ways to give that back to you and others.
I had a Korg SV1 (switched to Nord because of its weight, but I loved it, loved the sounds). The legs specifically made for the SV1 were absolutely amazing and gave it a (for me priceless) stability. For medium to small rooms I am using an AER Compact (it also has two lines, for vocals and piano or whatever). Killing sound and incredibly small, but I will definitely check out the QSC for larger venues. Sounds amazing :-) Thanks for your generosity, the tips and the tutorials. Great stuff!!!
Hi Aimee Totally agree with you. I have recently gone back to the PA Route. I have a Qsc K 10 and it's amazing. I use a soundcraft 10 channel mixer with built in effects very similar to your set up. The Qsc has such a great sound very clear and rich. Ideal for solo singers who play guitar or piano.
Aimee..are you playing mono thru one speaker? Have you thought of another speaker and running left and right out of your keyboard into them? Nice set up you have tho, and I enjoyed your demonstration! I just mentioned it because I,ve seen some keyboard tutorials with instructors saying you miss out on a certain amount of sound from yer keyboard if you don,t go with two speakers.
Thanks Amee. No doubts the QSC K series are awesome! I did try the K12 with the Yamaha PSR-970s, a keyboard arranger at the guitar center in Houston, TX
What a great review! You are such a natural in front of the camera. Your speaking voice would be sought after in the voice acting world. You have a great amount of sincerity and empathy in your speaking voice. I realize you have your music career but every time I watch you, that thought comes to mind. That set up sounds like it should be much more expensive.
QSC speakers sound fantastic with digital pianos. I like to have a mixer with at least a 3-band EQ for each channel to fine tune the sound to the room.
Very useful video, thanks Aimee. Although I don't own any K10s, I will say that I've always been impressed when I've heard anyone else using them, or indeed played through them myself. They have an expensive treble sound (that's a good thing), plenty of power and overall, I can't imagine a better all-round powered speaker... and they are light AND compact. A great investment for serious musicians. I believe the new version is awesome too.
Thanks Craig. Make sure to check out the video I made at NAMM where I review the Avante powered speakers which are a cheaper option. Since that video, the company has given me a pair and I will do another more extensive review probably within the month.
The QSC's all sound great. If you want to go stereo 2 QSC K8's sound wonderful. I don't feel the need for a larger speaker. I might feel differently if I was playing a lot of rock.
Omg! I just bought the mixer! I come home - search for a review video and who do I see? Our beautiful Mrs. Nolte! So fun. Well, now I am that much more pleased w my purchase! Thank you maestro! And ... haven't seen ya doing a live theme concert lately. Would love to hear ya. ❤
@@AimeeNolte 😎. So help me I will get on a plane one of these days and catch a gig of yours. I'll be the guy begging for blusette (dad was a band leader - he loved that song as do I - especially when ya do it.). You're the best! Played a little cocktail music at a wedding - huge thrill. Guess who taught me (in part) to play? 😎
Love your demo on the MGO6X, However I enjoy your singing and playing the piano more You have the style and the soul of Diana Krall ...you are great !!!! Frank
I am a big fan of QSC and even though like the mini Line Array systems I like the ability of having something like this that is an industry standard that could easily be used as practice, live gig, monitor system plugging into a larger PA. And as the performer "your sound" is consistent. Also you look insane when you tell the sound guy you want to use an L1 as a monitor even though they may smile and nod.
QSC sounds great, you don't have to eq since the dsp is great. Yamaha mixer are a great choice for reliability and sound quality. I like their effects too, shimmering reverb. Mic preamps are quiet and dynamic. Great setup for solo performance.
Aimee- thanks for the review, which I found very informative. I was browsing looking for opinions from piano players. I mostly play at home but have occasional gigs in coffee shops, restaurants, and pubs, playing cocktail piano. ( playing only- I don’t sing at all). As my gigs are only occasional, I don’t want to invest too heavily in a P.A. Speaker so I bought an Alto TX 210 powered speaker and it sounds fine when my daughter uses it for guitar and vocals, but horrible for the piano. Really muddy in the lower register, and it makes my high quality piano sample sources ( which sound beautiful through my Bose headphones at home) sound awful when amplified. So I figured that to get accurate / realistic piano bass reproduction, I needed at least a 12 inch speaker, but preferably a 15 inch speaker. So I was very surprised to see you are getting good results on a QSC device using only a 10 inch speaker cone. Did you try anything bigger before you bought the QSC? Thanks ( by bigger I mean speaker size not volume. I think about 70-100 watts would me more than enough for the kind of gigs I get).
Excellent choice of gear! High quality sound, yet very portable. As a solo vocal and guitar performer I have found the Bose L1, M2 series to my liking for the past 10 years. I currently use the Bose L1 compact with exceptional results although the QSC K10's were high on my list. I use some of the same items (SM57, Rock n Roller, iRig 2) on your list as well. Thanks for sharing. Very interesting info.
Great video and great talent. I am thinking of getting the k10 for nylon string guitar solo, and also for guitar duos. Thank you for the very nice demo!
Thanks a lot for keeping it simple and easy to understand! What a wonderful review! Only smart people can do that. I've seen many guys who try to teach you something but use way too much technical terms and at the end don't show anything . In fact, you end up lost! But your review is phenomenal ! Thanks again!
Really useful review because you're professional and your review is real, thanks! And thanks for representing all us jazz pianists who just want a good amp to reproduce what our keyboards sound like in our headphones.
Yep , good choices. I use a Yam MG12xu mixer (the pre’s are pretty dang good for condenser mics) and QSC K8.2, puts out great sound for its size. Yeah they’re not light though.
Hi Aimee, you have a very nice way of communicating and great talent! I have the same skillset: JazzBlues/Piano and I think I'll buy the QSC 10 and pair it with the 12'' for L.H. Bass. Thanks from Vancouver B.C.
That's a very nice setup. I notice lot of performers bring a ridiculous amount of unnecessary gear with them to their gigs and take forever to setup and break it all down at the end. Your setup is sweet quick light and uncompicated. Thanks for sharing. You didn't mention an in-ear monitor or wedge. Do you ever have the need to use them performing solo?
Thank you for sharing this Aimee. I too have searched for years for a decent live setup. I expect my keyboard to sound like a real piano/live. Maybe I am just too to picky. My Roland 700gx sounds great through headphones but dead through my jbl speakers. I may give the qsc a try. Your lessons are great, so maybe you are on the something here too!
Stan Lawson Thanks Stan! I'm glad I'm not the only one with the problem. Frustrating! Go to guitar center and have them set u up and play for awhile. That's what I did. Everyone in the place came in and couldn't believe how good the QSC sounded. I should've mentioned that in the video but I forgot until right now!
i was always wondering whether I should bring my nearfields (Alesis M1 Active Mk2) they just sound amazing and they pack a punch as well. It's just that they are not designed to go on the road, just wish they had built a "roady" version of them.
Fantastic info Aimee. Been pulling my hair out with this subject as the advice is so limited. Before watching this I had narrowed my search down to RCF/QSC for quality and price range. I think you have helped me make up my mind and will take the plunge on two QSC K10's or maybe K8's as I mainly only play at home.😊
I have a Roland KC350 amp and don't care for the sound too much. I've thought of using a powered monitor like you have since PA's seem to reproduce the piano sound really well. The QSC sounds really good.
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Hi Aimee! Thank you so much for sharing all your talent with us! I was wondering if you have found the “thru’s” on the K10s to be useful? I am really on the fence between the CP8 or the K8.2s.
Very useful experience sharing - thank you Aimee. I‘m looking for a PA for my new Roland RD-2000. The sound with my Yamaha HS-7 / Yamaha MG12 is not realy nice (compared with my Yamaha Grand) - so i will test the QSC. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Aimee, Love your videos and the huge variety of topics. I use a similar setup as you layout in this video, only using a Yamaha piano, same mixer, and EV instead of the QSC. I have one question if you would be so kind... as you're playing the Korg, is your mic stand free standing or is it somehow attached to the keyboard stand? I'm always trying to make my equipment lighter, simpler, etc. Thanks for your answer if you have a moment.
Hi Aimee thanks for this. I have been using a Yamaha MSR 100 monitor with a Roland stage piano for years. The Yamaha is only a 8" speaker but it could cope. I have now upgraded to a Nord Piano 3 and the Yamaha really doesn't do it justice. It so happens my local music store stocks the QSR range and they were saying how fantastic they are. This could well be the solution I am looking for.
Please check the DXR series from Yamaha, especially DXR10 if you do not need extreme amount of bass. Maybe they are more expensive than MSR series but worth it. I have own DXR10 and DXR12 pairs and they are fantastic.
my 2 cents. Great review. You're an amazing player and have an amazing voice! I've been using the K10 for a few years as my keyboard amp as well. Some piano, some synth, organs and wurlys. It's been incredibly handy at some very loud events where there wasn't a PA, and was great when there was a PA but used it as a monitor next to a very loud drummer. It cuts through the mix pretty well live, though having it cranked to the max it gets harsh. The perks of this thing are great sound in a small package. The K12 is definitely louder, pushes more air, better bass, etc, but while it's only a few inches bigger in all dimensions, it makes a big difference on small stages.. and 15 pounds more than the the K10's 30ish makes a difference when you're lugging it in tight spaces, up and down stairs, in and out of the car, etc. I was checking out other boxes a few years ago, some EV, Yamaha, 10 and 12" boxes, but this seemed to fit the bill for sound, volume, size and weight. Deep mode is fun for playing music in the bedroom to give it some kick. It does have a little bit of a push at the 400hz range, so some eq helps it out there. The mids get rough when it's at high volumes, but under that they're ok. I tried the K10.2 for a few weeks.. and a very conflicted me ended up returning it to guitar center. If you're a DJ and play loud, the K10.2 is ABSOLUTELY the way to go. While the K10's "Deep" mode gives a bit lower bass extension, that quickly goes away at moderate-high volumes. This is where the added power of the K10.2 really shines, holding that bass and clarity throughout the volume range. Really amazing, honestly. The K10.2 has a variety of different eq options, but no dedicated DEEP mode for each, which is a downer, but again, you probably have a sub for loud live stuff anyway. The 10.2 just sounded warmer and clearer over the K10 at 70% and up. The "Dance" mode offers more bass, but doesn't sound natural in the mids. I preferred Live Bright mode, and then add some 60-80hz bass via an outboard mixer. With the added power, it sounds great at loud volumes, even with the added bass. BUT.. at low-moderate volumes, part of me preferred the original K10 for piano sounds. The mids are a bit more forward in the 10.2, and it has a little more hiss than the K10, which pretty much is near dead quiet. Hiss drives me crazy, even though you probably won't notice it live where the room isn't dead quiet. Part of me felt like the piano sounded better through the original K10, so I stuck with that. I go back and forth still in my head. Fortunately I'm no longer in a band where I'm playing events without PAs lol. The K10 held it's own with the guitars and drums, but the K10.2 would've given me that extra power to stay clear at peak volume. .. maybe I should pick it up again lol. Just some things to consider. Different needs for different people.. and slightly different sound. You can find both the K10 and K10.2 on ebay in great condition for 100-200 bucks cheaper than discounted prices at retailers. Unless you don't want a scratch on them, I don't see a reason not to buy used. Whoever buys the K10.2 and K12.2 that I returned to Guitar Center, will be very happy with a pristine "open box" item. Both series are great speakers. Get the new ones if you play loud often.
Thanks matthew! I’m gonna borrow a pair of Avante boxes next week. They’re brand new and say they’re competitive with the QSCS. At nearly half the price, imma try them out and see!
Looks like an SM58, which is good. With your voice you need a great mic, not just a 'good' mic. Try the Audix OM6 vocal dynamic mic. Amazing mic brings out the nuances and great mic for a large venue --- even better than the old standby SM58.
Amy, thank you for your piano and vocal talents and for your vert helpful overview of this mixer. Applause! Double-applause for your musical gifts! I am a true dummy when it comes to tech stuff. Being a singer, I have more than one question to ask you but I shall not outwear my welcome and just pose this single query: Can I control the "bass" and "treble" with this mixer? And if so, how?
Thanks Tony! Yes you can. There’s “low” and “high” knobs. Depending on your range, you can get the right EQ by messing around until you find something you like. If you’re unsure, ask a friend to help.
Aimee - there appears to be a problem with your setup. You have your mixer plugged into Input A on the QSC but the mic/line switch is lit so speaker is set to receive MIC input. Output from a mixer is LINE level and LED should not be lit on QSC. One way to avoid this easily made error is to use Input B as this is always set to LINE. Apologies if these old eyes got confused. Lovely music!
Get yourself a Sampson LS 40.speaker stand. Get your speaker up off the floor it will even be better. They are smaller and perfect fit for your set up.
Hi Aimee, thanks for sharing this! Looks like you can manage with only one qsc speaker. Wouldn't it be better to have two, so you can have stereo sounds? Or is there really a need for such for a solo artist...?
+Mika Mattila I think that would probably be ideal, however it's nice to only carry one, and I don't really have another $700 to drop on another one, plus I don't play in places where I need to be super super loud most of the time so I think this suits my needs.
That's a simple yet practical and useful setup. Do you like Yamaha keyboards btw? What do you think about them? I mean that's a sweet Korg keyboard but I'm a huge Yamaha fan 😜
I came here for the MG06X review... now I just want to poor a glass of wine & listening to your music :)
Exactly 👍
FYI... if you use the XLR out on the Korg, you will get a balanced signal throughout your entire setup! Great stuff by the way!
Thanks for this, great video! I have the identical mixer, and am currently looking for powered speakers. Does your piano sound any different/better/worse if you use one of the stereo channels with separate left and right outs (instead of the summer L+R mono out)? I know you won't really get true stereo unless you add a second speaker and run L to 1 and R to the other, but I'm curious if there is any difference with just the single speaker. Som samples can actually lose some clarity when summed to mono because of phase cancellation; I'm playing piano but also alot of Hammond organ, so I might be considering 2 speakers instead. Anyways thanks again, hoping to hear your thoughts on the stereo connection. Subscribed :)
I’ve tried it- I don’t notice a big difference but maybe with a different keyboard or piano plugin, it might be cooler. Thx!!
I have discovered you in this evening. You are so special. I am wondering if you are still alive.
All signs point to yes
The best demo on this kind of gear by far !!!!
The Yamaha P515 is excellent too.
Wood keys and sound sampled from Yamaha CFX concert grand
I use two Yamaha DBR 10s
One plugged in to the right channel, and the second into the left channel. Really nice stereo sound.
I just bought my first digital piano (Roland RD 88) and am so glad I watched this video. I now have more knowledge of what to buy for future gigs. I am a guitar player teaching myself piano, an older guy. I love what you play but I'll never be that good, just using chords and playing melody over them and singing songs like Dylan, James Taylor, David Gray and the likes. I love how confident you look and how naturally you perform, such a joy to watch. Anyways thanks for this very informative video it's greatly appreciated. Ciao.
This is the best, most useful sound equipment review I have ever seen. Beautiful singing and playing too. Thanks.
I’m so glad!
Thanks for sharing this setup, Aimee! Earlier today I searched for you on Apple Music and found your albums. I really enjoyed your arrangement of “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl).”. You did that song in a way I’d never heard before, but it was a very nice cover. KUDOS on doing it your way!
Huge thanks for your efforts putting this excellent review onto UA-cam for us all to view.
When one of my very favorite UA-cam piano teachers shows up on a gear review search, I knew it was going to be great. It WAS great. Also it's awesome that you have the SV1, as that is the keyboard I have as well. Just wish I had a fraction of your skill and talent
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Why the manufacturers of these systems never have an actual singer/ performer reviewing their products. Well done!! I will look into this system!
Picked up the MG06X for our older adult group, mostly for meetings and karaoke evenings. We love it.
This is exactly the kind of demonstration I was looking for. Good job. I haven't linvestigated further to see if you've done others, but if you haven't you should. Loads of people assume you know too much and so their demos and tutorials are unusable for folks who are learning the basics. I dig that little mixer.
Thank you for the optimism ... I just ordered the mixer and will see how it goes with my jazz acoustic guitar ... keep up the good work!
I like to see what gear people are using. Didnt know you were a pianee player. But looks like a great easy basic quality set up. Didnt think i was gonna hang for the whole vid but when you started playing i just wanted to hear more . Great video 👍
For a first shot at doing an equipment review, I don't think you could have done a better job. Thinking of buying a mixer, just found out about the MG06X yesterday, real glad I watched this.
Excellent review. Love the Guitar Center. When I bring my kids, they end up playing every keyboard in the place. I'm set on getting QSC K series speakers for sound reinforcement and my mobile DJ operation which is simple and classy. QSC seems to fit that style for portability, appearance and sound quality.
Hi Aimée that was nice of you to explain your set-up. I have bought the same kind of mixer and speaker but was a little confused on how to go about it with my keyboard so thank you so much. It is very helpful. 😊
Thanks for the video Aimee. I recently joined a duo and found my Fishman lacking. I recall your video from a while ago. I bought the Yamaha thanks to your helpful insights. Yours was the only review I found from a gigging singer/instrumentalist perspective. It sounds great. I should have followed your advice the first time. Thanks so much.
I have the mg10 mixer. I find that my keyboard piano sounds best with the gain knob adjusted into the shaded area indicated on the knob. It looks like an extra wide delineation mark. Adjusted above the indication zone the piano voice starts to make a small sharp crackling sound unlike a normal piano. Adjusting the gain down can remove a harsh edge from the sound. The sound starts to distort quickly when the gain is turned up too high.
You probably know more about it than me, if so then you know what I mean.
This is a very good presentation because you find almost zero reviews or presentations about how to design and set up a good keyboard sound amplification system.
I put together a simple home system something like yours for leisure use only. I purchased jbl 305p powered nearfield stage monitors, made use of an on hand mg10 mixer, and I hooked up 2 yamaha keyboards both in stereo psre373 and the cool ck61.
I used all xlr cables and compatible adapters. My system is noise free and it is nice volume increase above built in speakers for sure!
But 1 thing you did that I really like is getting that nice little qsc 'stage' monitor. For your performance requirements I am sure that your little stage monitor puts out a lot more sound and volume than my small jbl nearfield monitors.
2 of those qsc monitors would give you stereo functionality. That could be cool ...
I’ve got the QSC K 10.2s and they are amazing! I also love my Korg SV1 76 key piano. Great feel and super piano/ Rhodes/Wurlitzer sounds.
This is so helpful! I recently started doing solo gigs and have asked around what other musicians use, but haven't heard from a vocalist and pianist yet. I am definitely going this route - thank you!
Great review and great gear! I was struggling between a PA system or keyboard amp. But, the way you decided to go is perfect.
Great job, really enjoyed listening to you play. You are right, that is a wonderful set up for a single instrument vocalist.
I also love my QSC K10. I typically place it on the floor and recently got Auralex Gramma v2, which isolate it from floor and make the sound even more amazing.
Kobi Rivlin wow! I'll have to check that out!!
Thank you for your review. Your final words are exactly what I have been looking to rectify in my performances, making music and not worrying about equipment. I just ordered all the recommendations and the auralex gramma v2. Look forward to seeing the improvement with this setup and sound.
Wonderful!! Let me know what you think! I’m still happy as can be.
You inspire people. Thats very important.
Thank you Mrs. Nolte! I recently purchased the Yamaha MG10XU and came across this video while searching for videos about the mixer. Your review of the QSC K10 has steered me in the direction of owning one of those speakers. Your honest and humble review of both has driven me in a positive direction. Being a solo musician, I search far a wide to find the right setup for myself. You made me believe that your setup is a good place to start.
Went to guitar center yesterday, and walked out with the QSC K12, surprisingly it was on sale and cheaper than the K10. Call it Lucking out to the max! Thank you Aimee....your musicianship is very inspiring! Once I get some things rolling with the mixer and and recording, you will be the first I share it with. Stay tuned, I hope not have you waiting too long!! Have a beautiful day, keep doing what your doing , you are helping so many people and that's something I hope to learn creative ways to give that back to you and others.
I had a Korg SV1 (switched to Nord because of its weight, but I loved it, loved the sounds). The legs specifically made for the SV1 were absolutely amazing and gave it a (for me priceless) stability.
For medium to small rooms I am using an AER Compact (it also has two lines, for vocals and piano or whatever). Killing sound and incredibly small, but I will definitely check out the QSC for larger venues. Sounds amazing :-)
Thanks for your generosity, the tips and the tutorials. Great stuff!!!
Hi Aimee
Totally agree with you. I have recently gone back to the PA Route. I have a Qsc K 10 and it's amazing. I use a soundcraft 10 channel mixer with built in effects very similar to your set up. The Qsc has such a great sound very clear and rich. Ideal for solo singers who play guitar or piano.
Aimee..are you playing mono thru one speaker? Have you thought of another speaker and running left and right out of your keyboard into them? Nice set up you have tho, and I enjoyed your demonstration! I just mentioned it because I,ve seen some keyboard tutorials with instructors saying you miss out on a certain amount of sound from yer keyboard if you don,t go with two speakers.
Thanks Amee. No doubts the QSC K series are awesome! I did try the K12 with the Yamaha PSR-970s, a keyboard arranger at the guitar center in Houston, TX
What a great review! You are such a natural in front of the camera. Your speaking voice would be sought after in the voice acting world. You have a great amount of sincerity and empathy in your speaking voice. I realize you have your music career but every time I watch you, that thought comes to mind. That set up sounds like it should be much more expensive.
QSC speakers sound fantastic with digital pianos. I like to have a mixer with at least a 3-band EQ for each channel to fine tune the sound to the room.
Very useful video, thanks Aimee. Although I don't own any K10s, I will say that I've always been impressed when I've heard anyone else using them, or indeed played through them myself. They have an expensive treble sound (that's a good thing), plenty of power and overall, I can't imagine a better all-round powered speaker... and they are light AND compact. A great investment for serious musicians. I believe the new version is awesome too.
Thanks Craig. Make sure to check out the video I made at NAMM where I review the Avante powered speakers which are a cheaper option. Since that video, the company has given me a pair and I will do another more extensive review probably within the month.
Aimee, I ended up with EXACTLY the same set up. Great minds and all. Good job.
Lovely review and amazing warm sound. Thanks and congratulations
Excellent review!
Beautiful voice and music! Thank you so much for your advice.
So helpful and answered all my questions! Great work !
Great review. You are a natural at this. Thanks for the info, specifically the MG10
Great video! Yamaha suggests the red main level knob be set to the arrow unity. And set everything else accordingly.
Excellent
That was great, thanks for the great information. And for your wonderful teaser of your performance. Beautiful sound . JJ
The QSC's all sound great. If you want to go stereo 2 QSC K8's sound wonderful. I don't feel the need for a larger speaker. I might feel differently if I was playing a lot of rock.
Omg! I just bought the mixer! I come home - search for a review video and who do I see? Our beautiful Mrs. Nolte! So fun. Well, now I am that much more pleased w my purchase! Thank you maestro! And ... haven't seen ya doing a live theme concert lately. Would love to hear ya. ❤
It’s an old video but I still use and love the mixer! Hope it serves you as well!
@@AimeeNolte 😎. So help me I will get on a plane one of these days and catch a gig of yours. I'll be the guy begging for blusette (dad was a band leader - he loved that song as do I - especially when ya do it.). You're the best! Played a little cocktail music at a wedding - huge thrill. Guess who taught me (in part) to play? 😎
Great info. Great playing. Great singing! Thank you so much for sharing! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👍🏼
Love your demo on the MGO6X, However I enjoy your singing and playing the piano more You have the style and the soul of Diana Krall ...you are great !!!! Frank
Thanks a lot for taking your time to create such a useful video especially designed for keyboard/piano players!
I am a big fan of QSC and even though like the mini Line Array systems I like the ability of having something like this that is an industry standard that could easily be used as practice, live gig, monitor system plugging into a larger PA. And as the performer "your sound" is consistent. Also you look insane when you tell the sound guy you want to use an L1 as a monitor even though they may smile and nod.
QSC sounds great, you don't have to eq since the dsp is great. Yamaha mixer are a great choice for reliability and sound quality. I like their effects too, shimmering reverb. Mic preamps are quiet and dynamic. Great setup for solo performance.
I retired my kc550 and brought 2 qsc k10 and the same mixer with my montage 8. I added a 31band eq to get some med mud out, The sound is incredible
Aimee- thanks for the review, which I found very informative. I was browsing looking for opinions from piano players. I mostly play at home but have occasional gigs in coffee shops, restaurants, and pubs, playing cocktail piano. ( playing only- I don’t sing at all). As my gigs are only occasional, I don’t want to invest too heavily in a P.A. Speaker so I bought an Alto TX 210 powered speaker and it sounds fine when my daughter uses it for guitar and vocals, but horrible for the piano. Really muddy in the lower register, and it makes my high quality piano sample sources ( which sound beautiful through my Bose headphones at home) sound awful when amplified. So I figured that to get accurate / realistic piano bass reproduction, I needed at least a 12 inch speaker, but preferably a 15 inch speaker. So I was very surprised to see you are getting good results on a QSC device using only a 10 inch speaker cone. Did you try anything bigger before you bought the QSC? Thanks ( by bigger I mean speaker size not volume. I think about 70-100 watts would me more than enough for the kind of gigs I get).
You sound FABULOUS by the way. Thanks for the video.
Excellent choice of gear! High quality sound, yet very portable. As a solo vocal and guitar performer I have found the Bose L1, M2 series to my liking for the past 10 years. I currently use the Bose L1 compact with exceptional results although the QSC K10's were high on my list. I use some of the same items (SM57, Rock n Roller, iRig 2) on your list as well. Thanks for sharing. Very interesting info.
Wow, I have inspired how I could make a home karaoke now or future for my grand girls if I want. Thanks and 💕
Great video and great talent. I am thinking of getting the k10 for nylon string guitar solo, and also for guitar duos. Thank you for the very nice demo!
Chris Carrington i'm so glad it was helpful! I don't think you will regret your purchase. Let me know. :-)
Thanks a lot for keeping it simple and easy to understand! What a wonderful review! Only smart people can do that. I've seen many guys who try to teach you something but use way too much technical terms and at the end don't show anything . In fact, you end up lost! But your review is phenomenal ! Thanks again!
I bought this mixer! Thanks Aimee!
Hope you like it!
Really useful review because you're professional and your review is real, thanks! And thanks for representing all us jazz pianists who just want a good amp to reproduce what our keyboards sound like in our headphones.
Yep , good choices. I use a Yam MG12xu mixer (the pre’s are pretty dang good for condenser mics) and QSC K8.2, puts out great sound for its size. Yeah they’re not light though.
Great review and advice! Thank you for sharing!
Hi Aimee, you have a very nice way of communicating and great talent! I have the same skillset: JazzBlues/Piano and I think I'll buy the QSC 10 and pair it with the 12'' for L.H. Bass. Thanks from Vancouver B.C.
That's a very nice setup. I notice lot of performers bring a ridiculous amount of unnecessary gear with them to their gigs and take forever to setup and break it all down at the end. Your setup is sweet quick light and uncompicated. Thanks for sharing. You didn't mention an in-ear monitor or wedge. Do you ever have the need to use them performing solo?
Sometimes I’ve used a second K10 as a monitor but I don’t need in ears for small performances ever
Thank you for sharing this Aimee. I too have searched for years for a decent live setup. I expect my keyboard to sound like a real piano/live. Maybe I am just too to picky. My Roland 700gx sounds great through headphones but dead through my jbl speakers. I may give the qsc a try. Your lessons are great, so maybe you are on the something here too!
Stan Lawson Thanks Stan! I'm glad I'm not the only one with the problem. Frustrating! Go to guitar center and have them set u up and play for awhile. That's what I did. Everyone in the place came in and couldn't believe how good the QSC sounded. I should've mentioned that in the video but I forgot until right now!
i was always wondering whether I should bring my nearfields (Alesis M1 Active Mk2) they just sound amazing and they pack a punch as well. It's just that they are not designed to go on the road, just wish they had built a "roady" version of them.
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Great setup! You're so talented and this works well for you from all it's options, portability, and pricing :)
Wow! You sound amazing, I was hoping so, that you would sing and play!
Aloha for a first sound review you did awsum n you sound amazing have a good day
I have the K8.2s, and the same mixer and I love them. You should make more videos :). Thank you for this.
nice review okay ya six years ago but some of us are just getting there....cheers great playing
Fantastic info Aimee. Been pulling my hair out with this subject as the advice is so limited. Before watching this I had narrowed my search down to RCF/QSC for quality and price range. I think you have helped me make up my mind and will take the plunge on two QSC K10's or maybe K8's as I mainly only play at home.😊
+Paul Gilfeather nice! See the comment from Michael below too!!
If you plug into a (Furman) there won't be no humming & if you use (Magami XLR Cables) it takes the staticky out! I use the QUC K8's love them!
nice equipment ....always loved that Korg too !
I have a Roland KC350 amp and don't care for the sound too much. I've thought of using a powered monitor like you have since PA's seem to reproduce the piano sound really well. The QSC sounds really good.
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Glad you like the K10 sound!
Hi Aimee! Thank you so much for sharing all your talent with us! I was wondering if you have found the “thru’s” on the K10s to be useful? I am really on the fence between the CP8 or the K8.2s.
I have rarely used them but it depends on what your set up is
Very useful experience sharing - thank you Aimee. I‘m looking for a PA for my new Roland RD-2000. The sound with my Yamaha HS-7 / Yamaha MG12 is not realy nice (compared with my Yamaha Grand) - so i will test the QSC. Thanks for sharing!
MyVirtuelStage HS7are great but dont forget they are studio monitors which produce neutral sound,for live use you will need a good PA .
Hi Aimee, Love your videos and the huge variety of topics. I use a similar setup as you layout in this video, only using a Yamaha piano, same mixer, and EV instead of the QSC. I have one question if you would be so kind... as you're playing the Korg, is your mic stand free standing or is it somehow attached to the keyboard stand? I'm always trying to make my equipment lighter, simpler, etc. Thanks for your answer if you have a moment.
Just a free standing boom mic stand. It helps if it’s a tri-leg stand to put one of the legs directly under the arm of the boom. It helps with balance
@@AimeeNolte Thanks, Aimee. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing your talent and musical thoughts!
not only do you sound nice. but that korg is my dream piano for the studio. i cant play tho.....lol
Hi Aimee thanks for this. I have been using a Yamaha MSR 100 monitor with a Roland stage piano for years. The Yamaha is only a 8" speaker but it could cope. I have now upgraded to a Nord Piano 3 and the Yamaha really doesn't do it justice. It so happens my local music store stocks the QSR range and they were saying how fantastic they are. This could well be the solution I am looking for.
ZincShed oh I'm so glad! Let me know how it works out! I am jealous of your Nord!
Please check the DXR series from Yamaha, especially DXR10 if you do not need extreme amount of bass. Maybe they are more expensive than MSR series but worth it. I have own DXR10 and DXR12 pairs and they are fantastic.
my 2 cents. Great review. You're an amazing player and have an amazing voice!
I've been using the K10 for a few years as my keyboard amp as well. Some piano, some synth, organs and wurlys. It's been incredibly handy at some very loud events where there wasn't a PA, and was great when there was a PA but used it as a monitor next to a very loud drummer. It cuts through the mix pretty well live, though having it cranked to the max it gets harsh. The perks of this thing are great sound in a small package. The K12 is definitely louder, pushes more air, better bass, etc, but while it's only a few inches bigger in all dimensions, it makes a big difference on small stages.. and 15 pounds more than the the K10's 30ish makes a difference when you're lugging it in tight spaces, up and down stairs, in and out of the car, etc. I was checking out other boxes a few years ago, some EV, Yamaha, 10 and 12" boxes, but this seemed to fit the bill for sound, volume, size and weight. Deep mode is fun for playing music in the bedroom to give it some kick.
It does have a little bit of a push at the 400hz range, so some eq helps it out there. The mids get rough when it's at high volumes, but under that they're ok.
I tried the K10.2 for a few weeks.. and a very conflicted me ended up returning it to guitar center. If you're a DJ and play loud, the K10.2 is ABSOLUTELY the way to go. While the K10's "Deep" mode gives a bit lower bass extension, that quickly goes away at moderate-high volumes. This is where the added power of the K10.2 really shines, holding that bass and clarity throughout the volume range. Really amazing, honestly. The K10.2 has a variety of different eq options, but no dedicated DEEP mode for each, which is a downer, but again, you probably have a sub for loud live stuff anyway. The 10.2 just sounded warmer and clearer over the K10 at 70% and up. The "Dance" mode offers more bass, but doesn't sound natural in the mids. I preferred Live Bright mode, and then add some 60-80hz bass via an outboard mixer. With the added power, it sounds great at loud volumes, even with the added bass.
BUT.. at low-moderate volumes, part of me preferred the original K10 for piano sounds. The mids are a bit more forward in the 10.2, and it has a little more hiss than the K10, which pretty much is near dead quiet. Hiss drives me crazy, even though you probably won't notice it live where the room isn't dead quiet. Part of me felt like the piano sounded better through the original K10, so I stuck with that. I go back and forth still in my head. Fortunately I'm no longer in a band where I'm playing events without PAs lol. The K10 held it's own with the guitars and drums, but the K10.2 would've given me that extra power to stay clear at peak volume. .. maybe I should pick it up again lol.
Just some things to consider. Different needs for different people.. and slightly different sound.
You can find both the K10 and K10.2 on ebay in great condition for 100-200 bucks cheaper than discounted prices at retailers. Unless you don't want a scratch on them, I don't see a reason not to buy used. Whoever buys the K10.2 and K12.2 that I returned to Guitar Center, will be very happy with a pristine "open box" item.
Both series are great speakers. Get the new ones if you play loud often.
Thanks matthew! I’m gonna borrow a pair of Avante boxes next week. They’re brand new and say they’re competitive with the QSCS. At nearly half the price, imma try them out and see!
That Yamaha mixer looks very good. There can't be many other mixers that size which have XLR outputs.
Que lindo. Gracias 😍😘
Looks like an SM58, which is good. With your voice you need a great mic, not just a 'good' mic. Try the Audix OM6 vocal dynamic mic. Amazing mic brings out the nuances and great mic for a large venue --- even better than the old standby SM58.
It’s an old video. I wore out that 58 and now I’m sponsored by Earthworks. I’m in such better shape! I can’t believe it sometimes.
Amy, thank you for your piano and vocal talents and for your vert helpful overview of this mixer. Applause! Double-applause for your musical gifts! I am a true dummy when it comes to tech stuff. Being a singer, I have more than one question to ask you but I shall not outwear my welcome and just pose this single query: Can I control the "bass" and "treble" with this mixer? And if so, how?
Thanks Tony! Yes you can. There’s “low” and “high” knobs. Depending on your range, you can get the right EQ by messing around until you find something you like. If you’re unsure, ask a friend to help.
@@AimeeNolte Thank you for your response. I will experiment as you suggest. Much obliged.
Thanks for sharing, you sound great!
Aimee - there appears to be a problem with your setup. You have your mixer plugged into Input A on the QSC but the mic/line switch is lit so speaker is set to receive MIC input. Output from a mixer is LINE level and LED should not be lit on QSC. One way to avoid this easily made error is to use Input B as this is always set to LINE. Apologies if these old eyes got confused. Lovely music!
This is a very old video. If it was like that in the video, it was just a little mistake. I am aware of that now. :-) Thank you.
i have both thanks to you. for my one,man show......
Thank you for this! A lot of good information!
Very nice review and presentation
Get yourself a Sampson LS 40.speaker stand. Get your speaker up off the floor it will even be better. They are smaller and perfect fit for your set up.
Thanks for making video...👍🏼
Good review. Keep on going. I just got o e as well. Where can we hear your voice?
Hi Aimee, thanks for sharing this! Looks like you can manage with only one qsc speaker. Wouldn't it be better to have two, so you can have stereo sounds? Or is there really a need for such for a solo artist...?
+Mika Mattila I think that would probably be ideal, however it's nice to only carry one, and I don't really have another $700 to drop on another one, plus I don't play in places where I need to be super super loud most of the time so I think this suits my needs.
Great question Mika.
That's a simple yet practical and useful setup. Do you like Yamaha keyboards btw? What do you think about them? I mean that's a sweet Korg keyboard but I'm a huge Yamaha fan 😜
Thanks for sharing. You sound delightful. I'm in.
you are very nice.i love your voice, your face, your smile.
Really nice Aimee! Thanks x
Yep, good stuff!
Is there no need for a DI box when connecting your mixer to the qsc speaker? Love watching your channel.
No sir. :)