I'm only half way through they video but I can already say how grateful I am for this video and I really am grateful. You are a god 💓💓💓 thank you sensei!!!!!!
Good review. On your next vlog you might consider doing close-ups of the mixer because unless you have the mixer already sitting before you it’s difficult to see what you’re showing and referring to. Thanks.
Hello my friend nice information , one question that I didn't understood is for example is it possible channel 1 and 2 send to master so the audience hear from the speakers and then on my headphnes on the monitor master I want to hear only channel one and not the 2 , is it possible ??
Yes, In Monitor Output Type, press down Stereo Phones and Source select, up for monitor mix and down for master. Then use the main channel 1 and 2 level for audience, but for monitor level, only turn up channel 1.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thanks - If curiosity brings you, I did record a video on using this mixer for a draft song a while ago: ua-cam.com/video/Kumol0YpEbs/v-deo.html&ab_channel=KoopaQuerales
Looks like a pretty good small mixer, I could not find a price on Amazon Canada because they were sold out. I looked elsewhere but sold out those places, too. Great video and information, I'll be watching part 2, when it is uploaded. I want to see if the driver is better than the ASIO4ALL, what it can do for the USB stereo output...
Hey Vatche this was a solid review. You explained everything clearly so I know what does what. I'm looking to get it for musical vocals going on a budget it seems good. Would you recommend for music ?
@@RecordingStudio9 Thanks Vatche I ended up buying the Item in a bundle deal. I have been watching your videos over and over to try understand the system but I am having a problem. Every time I record it records whatever is in the headphones too unless I turn off the fader 4/5 am I doing something wrong ? Thank you for your time
Hey bro plz help me i have connected my notepad to pc with condenser mic but i am not able to record song because mic is not working in pc but i am able to listen with my headphones.
Can I connect the left xlr main out of the mixer to the mobile, for broadcasting using XLR to TRRS cable? I will have the headphone amp connected to the headphone out of the mixer.
Thanks :) I need to use the Aux out in stereo but not for headphones - its for recording to an unbalances line level input. Will that work ? I have had mixed result using a headphone out for line level inputs (sound often gets bloated)
This is due to impedance mismatch and additional voltage on the headphone output. You can try and have lower volume for the aux output set as headphone output.
This is a Mixer/Audio Interface.... 2X2 2 in Two Out.. so pretty much the same with regular audio interface out there. Focusrite 2i2, Behringer UMC series... If you need more than 2 channels for multitrack then get the Notepad 12FX which is a 4x4 usb interface as well.
Great video man. I'm thinking about buying this mixer but the only question I have with this is can I get direct monitoring of the vocals with this mixer?
I have a question sir i bought a soundcraft note5 and i have also m-audio air audio interface i want to use both for recording how to setup this thanks i advance
Good morning I have an Akg p120 microphone and the Soundcraft Notepad 5 console and some AKG K 92 headphones, I want to record some rap hip hop songs, but it is difficult for me to configure, could you help me please? In advance very grateful for your videos explaining the functions and everything about this console, I am from Latin America and there are not many videos about the console. Thank you very much
Hi Vatche How does the notepad5 compare with the Behringer Q502 and Yamaha AG03 which you also have? Request to please recommend a very-affordable USB interface/mixer that has the compressor-EQ option. one mic input is minimum, more are don't care options. I will be using it with Linux Operating System
1. Q502USB has limited Comp and EQ section. Cheap and easy to use. Should work with Linux OS 2. AG03 has proper Comp and 4 band parametric EQ and more. Need PC to change them. Not sure of Linux OS drivers or Control Software.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thank you for your reply, I will explore if the comp+EQ setting is saved in Mixer or the App has to be always connected to the mixer for them to work. Initially i was thinking of UMC22 but then the additional features in Mixers seemed nicer to have
Most small scale budget USB mixers don't have higher rate A/D. However, some budget interfaces do go up to 192Khz for less than $200, but of coarse these do not have same options as mixers.
Technically yes you can. Just make sure the Monitor level for inputs 2/3 is at zero, or you will create audio feedback loop. If possible, set the FX unit to 100% wet, as you will already get the dry signal from Ch 1.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thank you! One more thing: in such setup i will not be able to hear anything from PC right? I mean i have to close also USB INPUT (4/5) both its MONITOR knob (to not pass it through external effect) and its VOLUME knob (to not put it to the main mix?)?
I have mine connected to my pc but have to have the mic volume turned all the way up to be able to hear anything (headphones and in Audition), am I doing something wrong or is my mixer defective.
Note pad sounds like "Not bad"
Very good! I like that.
pls send the driver download link
Very good video explaining all the salient features of Notepad 5 USB mixer from Sound Craft. Thanks
I'm only half way through they video but I can already say how grateful I am for this video and I really am grateful. You are a god 💓💓💓 thank you sensei!!!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Had this mix for a year and still didn´t know half the things you talk about, thanks!
Glad I could help!
Do you need any special software? Can't get it to sink to Audicity
Have you installed the latest driver software?
Awesome video, recently bought one and you made it easier for me to understand mini mixer better.
Glad I could help!
Mini Manson uses the Mini Mixer! 💋
Good review. On your next vlog you might consider doing close-ups of the mixer because unless you have the mixer already sitting before you it’s difficult to see what you’re showing and referring to. Thanks.
Thanks for the tip!
Hello my friend nice information , one question that I didn't understood is for example is it possible channel 1 and 2 send to master so the audience hear from the speakers and then on my headphnes on the monitor master I want to hear only channel one and not the 2 , is it possible ??
Yes, In Monitor Output Type, press down Stereo Phones and Source select, up for monitor mix and down for master. Then use the main channel 1 and 2 level for audience, but for monitor level, only turn up channel 1.
I am finding out about this mixer I got about a year ago! great stuff mate!
Hope you enjoy it!
@@RecordingStudio9 Thanks - If curiosity brings you, I did record a video on using this mixer for a draft song a while ago: ua-cam.com/video/Kumol0YpEbs/v-deo.html&ab_channel=KoopaQuerales
Thank you for this, sir
Thank you so much sir.. have a great day
Super review .. thank you so much ... I saw your video after I purchased it ... its on the way and will make me ready for it. Thanks again
Hope you enjoy it!
Could I have the main lines from my synth direct to the house mixer and use this mixer to the monitor only?
Looks like a pretty good small mixer, I could not find a price on Amazon Canada because they were sold out. I looked elsewhere but sold out those places, too. Great video and information, I'll be watching part 2, when it is uploaded. I want to see if the driver is better than the ASIO4ALL, what it can do for the USB stereo output...
They are AU$249 rrp and I bought it on special for AU$189. Driver is much better than ASIO4ALL in many ways, including near zero latency.
@@RecordingStudio9, cool thanks for letting me know the price. I like better drivers, I'll be watching the next video, when it is ready :-)
Perfecta reseña, me sirvió mucho... estoy pensando en comprarla para hacer transmisiones vía streaming, podrías recomadarla para este uso? Saludos.
Yes, perfect for podcasting or live streaming and I will talk about it in Part 2, coming soon.
@@RecordingStudio9 otra duda que no me queda totalmente claro si por usb la consola graba la mezcla de salida al pc?
@@RecordingStudio9 I had the same question/tenía la misma pregunta
I appreciate your video and response, thanks!
Yes you can, that is the whole idea of the USB Audio.
How can I attach active subwoofer with rca inputs ? I have klipsch
Thank you. Is there no power button, or is it simply on once you plug in the power supply?
Correct, no power button. Not sure why some companies do that to save a few cents.
Hey Vatche this was a solid review. You explained everything clearly so I know what does what. I'm looking to get it for musical vocals going on a budget it seems good. Would you recommend for music ?
Thanks. It all depends what musical instruments, if any, you like to record. Otherwise, yes.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thanks Vatche I ended up buying the Item in a bundle deal. I have been watching your videos over and over to try understand the system but I am having a problem. Every time I record it records whatever is in the headphones too unless I turn off the fader 4/5 am I doing something wrong ? Thank you for your time
Watch my other video that explains the USB driver
wow.. good explanation. really appriciated .... iPls send the mixer Driver download link.
Takes 2 seconds to Google, but, here it is www.soundcraft.com/en/products/notepad-5#downloads_and_docs
Very detailed, thanks alot!!
How's the vocal recording quality
Thankyou So Much Sir!
Hey bro plz help me i have connected my notepad to pc with condenser mic but i am not able to record song because mic is not working in pc but i am able to listen with my headphones.
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Can I connect the left xlr main out of the mixer to the mobile, for broadcasting using XLR to TRRS cable? I will have the headphone amp connected to the headphone out of the mixer.
Thanks :) I need to use the Aux out in stereo but not for headphones - its for recording to an unbalances line level input. Will that work ? I have had mixed result using a headphone out for line level inputs (sound often gets bloated)
This is due to impedance mismatch and additional voltage on the headphone output. You can try and have lower volume for the aux output set as headphone output.
Are the pre amps good for recording vocals or would u rather recommend focus rite audio interface
Soundcraft mixers are known to have great Mic preamps, so yes.
how many tracks can be found when it is plugged in to a computer and recording in a daw?
Your answer is in the video.
Hi Vatche, do you recommend that also as an audio interface? if not, what interface with eq you recommend? thanks!
This is a Mixer/Audio Interface.... 2X2 2 in Two Out.. so pretty much the same with regular audio interface out there. Focusrite 2i2, Behringer UMC series... If you need more than 2 channels for multitrack then get the Notepad 12FX which is a 4x4 usb interface as well.
@@TheAwesomeGuy101 Thanks man, Bless you
@@georgemateos God Bless you too =)
Great video man. I'm thinking about buying this mixer but the only question I have with this is can I get direct monitoring of the vocals with this mixer?
Yes, absolutely. Watch the demo in my other videos in the series.
Dear sir, pls help..while I connect with power there is no light indication coming in my notepad 5 . What is the reason?
I got this mixer.. They didn't give the cable.. Where can i get the cable
It’s a standard USB cable. USB-A to USB-B
Thanks sir..
Welcome
Im using the Shure sm58, and can not get my mic to work... Do I NEED any other cables other the the usb to the pc and the xlr cable into my mic ?
Can you hear any audio in the headphones or speakers connected to the mixer?
What happened if insert líne of piano in input one? The fhantom power only works on XLR? Or also in líne ?
Only on XLR sockets
@@RecordingStudio9 thanks
When a mixer has both a USB output and line-out output, is it best to use the USB for a laptop? I read the mic-in can be used also.
Usb is definitely better.
I have a question sir i bought a soundcraft note5 and i have also m-audio air audio interface i want to use both for recording how to setup this thanks i advance
Watch the whole video for the answer ua-cam.com/video/92nUMqLNHss/v-deo.html
Good morning I have an Akg p120 microphone and the Soundcraft Notepad 5 console and some AKG K 92 headphones, I want to record some rap hip hop songs, but it is difficult for me to configure, could you help me please?
In advance very grateful for your videos explaining the functions and everything about this console, I am from Latin America and there are not many videos about the console.
Thank you very much
did you manage to work it ?
Hi Vatche
How does the notepad5 compare with the Behringer Q502 and Yamaha AG03 which you also have?
Request to please recommend a very-affordable USB interface/mixer that has the compressor-EQ option. one mic input is minimum, more are don't care options.
I will be using it with Linux Operating System
1. Q502USB has limited Comp and EQ section. Cheap and easy to use. Should work with Linux OS
2. AG03 has proper Comp and 4 band parametric EQ and more. Need PC to change them. Not sure of Linux OS drivers or Control Software.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thank you for your reply, I will explore if the comp+EQ setting is saved in Mixer or the App has to be always connected to the mixer for them to work.
Initially i was thinking of UMC22 but then the additional features in Mixers seemed nicer to have
Please watch my series on AG03 for all your answers.
Having the possibility to use 96 KHz sample rate would have been great
Most small scale budget USB mixers don't have higher rate A/D. However, some budget interfaces do go up to 192Khz for less than $200, but of coarse these do not have same options as mixers.
@@RecordingStudio9 that's right and totally understandable. It's an awesome mixer though.
Hi, just a little help. let's say i'll be interviewing someone through phone and i need to record it. what type of connection should i use?
Depends on the phone audio output and input connection.
Can I connect the usb to a smartphone for livestreaming instead of a pc?
if you smarthphone has OTG avaliable then you can
Can MONITOR output be used as Aux/fx output? To send xlr mic input 1 to some external effects and go back through 2/3 input and then to pc?
Technically yes you can. Just make sure the Monitor level for inputs 2/3 is at zero, or you will create audio feedback loop. If possible, set the FX unit to 100% wet, as you will already get the dry signal from Ch 1.
@@RecordingStudio9 Thank you! One more thing: in such setup i will not be able to hear anything from PC right? I mean i have to close also USB INPUT (4/5) both its MONITOR knob (to not pass it through external effect) and its VOLUME knob (to not put it to the main mix?)?
This depends on your input selection in the driver.
I have mine connected to my pc but have to have the mic volume turned all the way up to be able to hear anything (headphones and in Audition), am I doing something wrong or is my mixer defective.
Which mic model are you using?
@@RecordingStudio9 Rockville RMC-XLR
How to i register this soundcraft and some daw free? I don't know anything u can tell me
www.soundcraft.com/en/products/notepad-5
There are no free DAW with this mixer.
how do we connect the usb from mixer to laptop
Can this be hooked to xbox one
Cute little pee pee mixer. 😋
My first mixer! ❣️
I want it as a interface. Should I buy it?
If you are after a mic and guitar, plus a stereo line input to your PC, then yes, it will work just fine.
Basically, the 2,3 and 4,5 lines are applied the same effects, so we can't talk about independent channels here.
As i mention, it's a 2in 2out usb audio.
@@RecordingStudio9 I don't understand. It says in the box it has five channels.
5 channels for analog inputs like Mic and Line. USB is stereo only.
Can I connect the guitar and the mic at the same time?
There is only one XLR/TRS combo socket, but you can connect your guitar pedal board output to input 2 TRS jack.
is it usb powered? or u absolutely need an external power supply?
Not USB powered. Need external power to run.
Hágalo en castellano
What is the USB for? This mixer is garbage. I gave mine away. Waste of money.
You fail to understand that you can't fit 24 people in a car, you need a bus.
That is for direct recording to your pc. Just because you do not know how it works does not mean it is garbage.