DJs This Is How To Set Up An External Mixer

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  • Опубліковано 17 січ 2025

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  • @MusicByRami
    @MusicByRami Місяць тому

    Another informative one thank you...I have the 12v3 with the Bluetooth...I know you are not a fan, but I do run my 9/10 wired to my tablet just in case...
    My question is for those mic channels... I usually up the level to unity then then mess with the gain.. yesterday I came across a situation where they wanted the mic louder, even though my level and gain were at unity..I pushed the level a little and it started to give feedback...lowered it and pushed the gain a little, feedback as well... So I left at unity and raised the volume on my main past unity a little ..kinda worked temporarily. Just wanted to see if you have any tips on adjusting the mic level on that particular mixer ... thanks buddy

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому +1

      Ok so your gain on the channel has a light. You want to turn that up to where the green light turns on when you talk. Then you can adjust your channel volume. Will this solve your feedback issue? Well I need more info. What type of feedback (high end, or low end), what are your eqs set to, and do you have the low cut feature turned on? Feed back is a frequency issue that can usually be resolved by reducing the frequency that is feeding back. If you're getting low end feedback, then pull back the bass. If its mids, then pull the mids back. Same for the highs.

  • @bhard6282
    @bhard6282 2 дні тому

    3:04 those are insert ports where you could connect any external effects. The XLR ports on those channels are also where you could connect 1/4 cables

  • @masterproductionssb
    @masterproductionssb Місяць тому

    Great tips. I use a Yamaha DM3 love that thing.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      Happy to hear you’re using an external mixer!!

  • @James.KingHTX
    @James.KingHTX Місяць тому +1

    Great info brother! This would have been amazing to watch 8 years ago when I started out. But like most I learned most of these tips by failing first lol!

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      That is the reason why I made this channel. I had to figure all of this out mostly on my own. I'm trying to make a resource, not just for new DJs, but any DJ. Thank you so much for the watch.

  • @DJBennyswift
    @DJBennyswift Місяць тому +1

    Very helpful video, I have 3 mixers and have used the Mackie 8 and the Mackie Mix 12 FX and also a Yamaha (forgot the model number). I like using the Mackie 8 because I can use 5/6 and also eq the sound if I need to. The Mackie 12 has effects for mics which the 8 doesn’t, so I switch up when I need to in case a guitar, sax or drummer/percussionist plays alongside me and the videographer as well.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому +1

      That's awesome. I'm just happy to hear you're using an external mixer!

    • @DJBennyswift
      @DJBennyswift Місяць тому

      @ thanks! I would do just out of the controller at times, but I find it better to go with a mixer and it’s works great for all of my events.

    • @DjGCue71
      @DjGCue71 Місяць тому

      so you have the Mackie Onyx 8? I have the same mixer, but I usually hook up ch. 1 & 2 to my controller then the main outputs to the subs.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      You get so much more control, and headroom. Plus if your controller/mixer goes down you can still have mics to talk over the dead air lol. Plus its great backup. I can't see why anyone would play without one.

  • @jaseypipes
    @jaseypipes 15 днів тому

    Great video…. I use a pro fx8 with my band and I’m just getting into djing so it’s good to have pro advice for piece of mind …. I’ll be setting my controller up gigs in 2025 to DJ around my band sets.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  15 днів тому

      Thank you for the watch! Good luck with your events this year!

  • @StevieRayEntertainme
    @StevieRayEntertainme Місяць тому +1

    This is where Pan comes in for DJ. If you use two separate channels, you would want to pan the left channel to the Left and pan the right channel input to the right to maintain stereo

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      I appreciate you letting me know.

  • @davidstancomb5380
    @davidstancomb5380 Місяць тому

    The panning left and right allows you to use two mono channels as a stereo pair (one panned left and the other right)

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      Makes sense. It’s something I personally wouldn’t do. Thank you for watching!

    • @davidstancomb5380
      @davidstancomb5380 Місяць тому

      @@djtechtips I've done it once to jury rig a stereo output with about 30 seconds notice in low lighting conditions and no time to find the correct cables!

  • @kertinaproduction5486
    @kertinaproduction5486 Місяць тому

    You use xlr from controller to mixer or rca to 1/4 inch or xlr to 1/4?

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      I run XLR from my mixer to a XLR to 1/4inch converter.

  • @bboymac84
    @bboymac84 Місяць тому

    You can switch any input to line

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому +1

      Channels 1 and 2 are line/mic channels. Channels 3 and 4 are just mic. It’s written on the mixer.

  • @djtechtips
    @djtechtips  Місяць тому +1

    What kind of mixer do you use? How do you prefer to connect it? Let me know!

  • @atiegs
    @atiegs Місяць тому

    I used to use an analog mixer. I try to avoid them these days! Allen & Heath makes great mixers that would work great for DJs, the CQ series. All DJs on the mobile side should learn how to use a mixer, period, IMHO.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      I 100% agree that everyone should be using mixers. Digital or analog is completely up to the individual. I own both and there is pros and cons to each.

  • @djcalvin681
    @djcalvin681 Місяць тому

    😊

  • @djlabtested
    @djlabtested Місяць тому

    bruh, Hi-Z is for electric guitars/bass, not for condenser mics, Hi-Z is not +48V

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      You sir are correct. That’s an oops on my part.

  • @twomfi
    @twomfi Місяць тому +2

    Your knowledge to mixer especially related to djing is very limited. If you don't understand why people use 2 channels for djing and you don't use PAN, then you don't understand mixers and their use cases.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      I understand them very well. I personally don’t see the point in using two channels. You can achieve stereo without using two mic channels (on this mixer). Thank you for the watch!

  • @richardjsnowphotography7524
    @richardjsnowphotography7524 Місяць тому

    There's a lot of questionable information in this video - I'm not saying what you're doing is wrong - what you're doing works for you, but it's certainly not what you should be teaching others. It's always best to practice and teach what is industry standard. The fact that you don't like it or don't know how/why it works means you probably should rethink this youtube channel. Let's get to correcting this video.
    Hi-Z is not for condenser mics - it's for intstruments like electric/bass guitars with active pickups.
    Phantom Power is for Condenser Mics - that's the 48v button right below the green power light on this mackie mixer. It should NEVER be on when connecting your DJ gear to XLR.
    Channels 1 & 2 are not "Specifically made for microphones" they're multi-use channels. If they were only meant for microphones, you wouldn't have the TRS input and Hi-Z on channels 1 and 2. Those features are specifically for electric guitars, but you dont call them "guitar channels". Channels 3 and 4 are Mic Channels (Your mixer actually says this right above the inputs)
    "Biggest Mistake using 2 channels with XLR Inputs" - wrong. You're always using 2 channels for your DJ gear, it's just whether they are individual mono channels or a stereo pair of line inputs. You even say you run yours on 5/6 or 7/8 this is still 2 channels, it's just that their level is controlled with a single knob (you also don't have gain on these inputs because they're line level)
    The Line input channels that you use are perfectly capable for running your DJ gear on. They're considered line level inputs because the devices plugged into them typically run at a higher input level than devices connecting with an XLR input. Also - never assume your line level inputs are balanced. They are on the mixer you're utilizing in your demo, but that's not always the case, so it doesn't matter if you're using balanced cables if the inputs aren't balanced. Line inputs are typically used for connecting outboard preamps and processors and instruments like keyboards, synths, and drum machines. Given a DJ Controller is considered an instrument, you can certainly plug it in using line level inputs as long as you're using your line level outputs. In fact, if all you have are line level outputs or RCA outputs on your DJ Controller, this is where your DJ COntroller should be plugged in. If you have XLR available on your DJ Controller, you should be using XLR and not using XLR to 1/4" adapters.
    Using XLR is cleaner and is also industry standard for connecting your DJ gear to an external mixer. There's a reason that DJ controllers and mixers with XLR outputs are much more expensive than those without.
    Using multiple mono channels on your external mixer is super easy and, as I mentioned above, industry standard. Once your levels are set, you should NEVER need to adjust the Gain/Level on the individual mixer channels while you are playing live. Volume Adjustments should be made on the following places: directly on the amplifier or powered speakers for large adjustments (like going from cocktail hour/dinner to dancing); master gain on the external mixer; or on the DJ Controller/mixer if adjustments need to be made for individual songs. There's no need to adjust levels on 2 channels on your external mixer at the same time - if that's what you're doing, you're doing it wrong.
    As for not knowing how to use PAN - this is DJ 101. Right channel into first channel - full PAN to the right. Left Channel into second channel - full PAN to the Left. Match levels on your left and right channels and never touch them again.
    That 3/8" mini input (Channels 9/10) on the Mackie mixer is not exclusive to Mackie, but it's not something you'll see on many mixers. Likewise, you don't always see RCA inputs on many mixers these days. It's always better to use a 3/8" stereo to two 1/4" mono (Line) plugs plugged into one of your stereo inputs. That way you have the plugs for standard inputs you'll find on EVERY mixer you run into in the field. If you can set up your personal gear to match what every other mixer on the planet is goign to have, that's the best way to do it. Who knows when you're mixer will go pear shaped and you'll need to go find another one in short order? Unless you carry 2 of everything with you...
    If you're a mobile DJ that is always using the same gear for every event, you find what works for you and roll with it - hopefully with backup gear. If you're ever working with a venue or event that has their own sound team and all you're doing is supplying the music, you may not be able to just roll in with your external mixer and plug it into their gear. Better to alway be prepared to have the cables and knowledge on how to do things the industry standard way rather than the jank ways you find on youtube.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      Well, lets clear things up. I did make an oops with Hi-Z. I get it confused with phantom power... clearly. Channels 1, 2, 3, and 4 all say mic input. I don't need to be a professional sound engineer to read that. Also, I AM NOT a sound engineer and won't claim to be. How I set my stuff up isn't wrong. You may not like it, or have a different opinion, but its accurate. This is a video for beginners to get them started. This is not gospel. I never say my way is the only way, just a way to do it. In all of my years as a DJ using an external I've never had an issue. This page is also aimed at mobile DJs who bring their own set ups. Thank you for your opinion. Coming from a photographer I'll make sure to remember it.

    • @rjsnowphoto
      @rjsnowphoto Місяць тому

      Couple of things.
      Channels 1 and 2 on the Mackie mixer you used as a demo do not say MIC. They say LINE/MIC. That's why they have a combo input. Channels 3 and 4 are the only two dedicated MIC channels. Take another look at the mixer and tell me I'm wrong.
      I also never said how you set things up is wrong, I said it's questionable. Any DJ worth their salt should want to learn as much about their gear and how it works to get the best sound out of it. My post was in response to the information you provided. Try setting up the way I recommend and you'll find you get a better sound.
      I don't care if this is for beginners or for advanced DJs, before you teach about a topic, you should be an expert. You clearly are not.
      As for me being a photographer, yes, I am. I'm also a working network engineer and volunteer at a local theater with videography and sound design.
      I started doing mixing in the mid 90s with a large jazz ensemble and was also a working DJ likely before you were born. (1999 - 2008) Not much about analog mixers has changed since then, nor has knowing how to get the best sound out of them.

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      Thank you for the compliment! I'm an 80s baby dude. Almost 40 lol. I appreciate the feedback.

    • @rjsnowphoto
      @rjsnowphoto 29 днів тому

      ​@djtechtips you're welcome! what can I say, you look at lot younger!

  • @HabtomNegasi-cj5pc
    @HabtomNegasi-cj5pc Місяць тому

    Talking to much showing nothing

    • @djtechtips
      @djtechtips  Місяць тому

      I appreciate the feedback. There are plenty of visual cues. Would you prefer I actually film connecting a wire into a port? I feel like that’s really dumbing it down.