Soundcraft UI-16 Walkthrough and Features
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- Опубліковано 30 сер 2021
- Tim takes a look at the Soundcraft UI-16 digital mixer features and options. This tablet based mixer packs a lot of bang for the buck. :)
Mic Used: EV RE-320
Interface: Mackie ProFX 16 v3
Mic Used: Rode Procaster
Interface: Soundcraft UI-16 and Solid State Logic SSL2
Camera Used: Canon SL2
Background Photo: Markus Spiske on Unsplash
Channel Music: • Video
I have a gig coming up tomorrow night which uses this system. I've never used a digital setup before because I'm too old school lol. Your video is gonna help me sleep easy tonight. Thanks.
Awesome! How did the gig go? 😃
Thanks Tim, had this thing for a while and just needing a few more of the features. You made it super easy to do what I needed to do. Appreciate your help. In Peace, Bob
No prob. 😃
Just purchased this device. (getting it on Monday). Your video is a great help!
I'm happy that this device can still be relevant, even after 6 years.
Glad I could help!
Well... Imagine how upset I was to discover you CAN'T get an ASIO feed off of this device into a PC.
Siiiiiiiiiiigh.
Why on earth would they make this series if devices so that only the 24r provides an ASIO output and not the 16.
That annoys me to NO end!
I get the frustration. However the UI-16 is an older design that used to be the SM Pro Audio UMix and was acquired by Soundcraft. The 24R is the first major update to the hardware from what I understand.
We are looking at using this mixer again - thanks for doing a video! Such a huge help!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for your sharing! It is really helpful. Saved me a lot of time to learn this system!
Glad it helped!
Very good explanation! 👍 Thank you so much 🙏
Best greetings,
Matthias 👋
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video Thank you. I've worked with A&H, Yamaha , and Behringer,. Buying one of these for my band and small jobs.. Great walkthrough. It''s interesting how all of these manufacturers have strong points and weak points. I sell mostly A&H but this looks like a useful product.
Glad I could help!
Excellent Work Brother.....!!
Absolutely Marvellous...!
May god bless you more....!
Thank you so much 😀
Just purchased this mixer. Great overview.
Super! I just donated mine to summer camp whose building burned down. I hope they get many good year of use from it.
@@proclaimav4197 quick question, did you go over linking channels? I may have missed it.
great job Tim! Thanks!
Appreciate it!
Great overview of the UI16 features, thank you! I'm a bit late finding your video, so I'm not sure if you're still answering questions, but if so... How do you route effects to the AUX outputs? We can hear effects in the mains but not our AUX monitor channels. I'm sure it's something very obvious we're missing. TIA!
Hi David, go to the Aux Send Tab on the main mix screen menu and scroll to the right to get to the FX Returns and push the fader up to send the return to the selected Aux/monitor mix.
Happy Mixing!
Great video, thanks for the info. I run the ui12, playing some smaller venues where I only need to run one main. Does it matter if I’m running out on one left or right main out?
So for mics it won't matter because they are mono anyway. 😉 The only thing that might be a problem is the stereo line in with stereo content. The way to get around that is to put the right into channel one and left into channel two (for example) an you will get content from both channels into both outputs. 😁
Hi! First of all, great video! Me and the guys from a band are considering buying the UI16, so I have a question:is it possible to use microphone connected to any input, but for a talkback purpose? To somehow mute it for main out and unmute for the auxes? Thank you
Sure. Just turn the faders down on the main mix for that mic and make sure that your aux mix is a Pre-Fader mix. 😀
Hi. Great video. I have a question... As a mobile DJ, I want to hook up my laptop to play music. Unlike my analog mixer, which has a built in USB interface, there is no provision on the UI16 to hook up a USB cable from the laptop to the box. So, if I connect my Lexicon USB interface to my laptop, and then use the RCA outputs and connect them to the RCA Line inputs of the UI16, will that work? And is this controlled by the L & R Line In faders? Thanks.
Having just done a wedding with mine this weekend, I used the headphone jack on my iPad with a 1/8" stereo to Right/Left RCA cable. 😁 However, this can create noise if your headphone jack is loose at all. 😶 Your plan should work better. And yes, it is controlled by the L&R Line In faders.
hey thank you for this video, I have a question: when I set headphones out as aux in the settings, aux 5 goes to the left and aux 6 to the right of my headphones...is there a way to set them as "mono"? For example, right now if i connect a mic in input 1 and send it to aux 5, I can hear it only with my left ear and i have to set the send for aux 6 to an identical level to be able to hear it in both ears.
Very sadly I think that the 2 headphones outs are not separate...but this L/R issue is a further step in my pain lol
Unfortunately, there is not.
Am in the process of buying a mixer primarily for outdoor events and have been considering the Ui16 for a number of reasons such as portability, durability, useability and the many host of features that comes with it. However I actually prefer physical knobs, sliders and buttons which makes me feel more connected and intimate with the mixer over virtual ones. Secondly everything is laid out on a analog mixer as opposed to the Ui16 where you have to scroll through layers of menus for the different functions. I might eventually end up getting the Ui16 but just wanted to share my thoughts. Other mixers I have been considering are the Tascam Model 16, Yamaha MG16XU, Zoom LiveTrack L20, Allen & Heath ZED14. So what are your thoughts.
I'm an Allen and Heath guy so the ZED14 is my favorite option. Yamaha MG series are solid little mixers as well. Don't really have experience with the other two.
Thanks a lot for the great video! I was wondering If it was possible to make complete presets that plass up when chosen with pre-put effects, eq and so on!
Great Question! Yes you can save Shows and Snapshots in the UI-16. Check out the virtual demo here: www.soundcraft.com/ui-demo/mixer.html
Thanks! Total noob at these fancy new systems, great step-by-step 😁
Glad it was helpful!
Great video.
My question is: can you EQ the aux mixes separately. Like if I wanted to have a different EQ then the bass player in my ears
Yes. Each Aux Mix has it's own graphic EQ and Compressor. Select the tab at the bottom of the Aux Fader and click Edit. Thanks for Watchin'!
Can i split the 2 headphone outs for 2 more aux sends (7/8)? I could have sworn that before I had to reset my ui16 mixer I had access to 8 aux sends where 5/6 and 7/8 were headphone 1 and 2. Am I just missing something or am I mistaken?
You are correct. There is a setting that converts both headphone jack into additional aux mixes.
Awesome review....very well done! For the Aux outs say for monitors. Do the Aux outs have the same EQ adjustments as the channels in have?
Hi Rod,
The unit has 31 band EQ and compression on the Aux outputs. You can explore a virtual version of the console here: www.soundcraft.com/ui-demo/mixer.html
Thanks again Tim! I will check that out.
Another question. To connect the mixer to a iPad or pc I take it you need something that has its own internet to connect to the mixer?
great video ! only question i have is if
the UI16 lets me set up click tracks ? i want to route my click on one channel and the backing track on another
You should be able to do that as long as you don't send click to to the mains. ;) Thanks!
this video is very helpful thank you! I am eyeing betweeen Ui16 vs XR16
so this is very helpful thank you again!
Awesome. Each one has its pros and cons. Happy Shopping!
Great video! just a question: how to select the level between Mic and Line?
Excellent question! The preamp will handle any signal from line to mic level. No need to select, just set your gain appropriately. Happy Mixing!
Great video, thank you very much! Do you know if it's possible to put a limiter on the aux mixes, for hearing protection when using the aux sends for in ear monitoring etc?
Ah, I saw you answering this in the comments! Apparently there is a compressor and EQ you can use on each aux mix, I could just set the compressor to infinite ratio and use it as a limiter. Thank you again for a thorough video! 😊
Absolutely! Just use the compressor and set your ratio to Infinity.
Appreciate the in depth tutorial! Question - if I run the 4 aux sends to a headphone amp, can I use the 4 different aux send tabs to run individual headphone mixes to 4 different people?
You sure can. Then everyone gets what they want in their headphones. 👍
Hello, any idea or recomendation how I could connect a pair of passive subwoofers to the mix? Im guessing the only way is to connect the subs to an aux port and send all low freqs thru that specific aux? Anyways thank you! All ive learned from using mixers is thanks to you kind sir!
Yes sir, the Aux Mix is the best option for that. It also lets you decide which channels really need to go do the subs. Thanks for watchin'!
Nice video well explained
Glad it was helpful!
Great video. I've puchased a Ui16 and your video has been so helpful. What I am struggling with is that when I record on to a USB stick, the recording is a clean 'uprocessed' sound - no EQ or FZX. Is there a setting or way of recording a processed sound?
Unfortunately, no. Recording isn't the strong point of the UI-16.
What I've done was using the AUX outputs on the Mixer, I connect them to a Focusrite Audio Interface and have that going into my recording software
Hey I was wondering if you have to pay the in app purchases to be able to use the mixer ?
Can you save/load scenes in the GUI? Or is it only live mixing?
Yes, you can save and load scenes. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this review, does it have Automix? Can you do a 8-10 people panel discussion with automix like on the Behringer Xr16?
Unfortunately it does not. Thanks for watching!
Very informative. Thank you
Thanks for watching!
We are looking to switch to this mixer for our hybrid service in person and livestream do you have an tutorials on this type of setup or do you offer 1 on a tutorials
Unfortunately, I do not have tutorials on this. I might be able to do some remote consulting for you. Email me at proclaimavyt@gmail.com if that would work for you.
How do you connect it to a DAW? To record them as separate tracks per input
Unfortunately, this mixer does not support multi-track. You'll have to move up the UI-24r for multitrack recording.
Hi Tim Im trying to sort some IEM out, I’ve got the ui12, I’ve plugged the headphones in the slot on the front but it is really low even with the headphones knob at max, how would I do it in settings to turn it up thanks
A couple ideas.
1. It might be that all your mic gains are too low and your output knob is turned up too high. This will result in low levels.
2. You can use an aux mix out to feed headphones. Check out the Behringer P2. It will let you use an XLR cable from the Aux Output to a mini headphone amp.
Is there an option to start playing an audio track playback with an external controller? I would lke to start music on stage from a MIDI footswitch without needing to mess with the laptop/tablet
Hi Marcell, I don't think so? I'm not a MIDI guy. 🤷♂️🤷♂️
@@proclaimav4197 in the meantime I figured out you can actually do it with a simple one channel footswitch
Thank you for this review.
Can this Ui16 as an audio interface for multitrack recording each channel?
No, it cannot. You have to move up the range to the UI-24R for multi-track. Thanks!
So only the UI24 is able to record seperate channels on my recording software, this only only gives you stereo, L, R . Is that correct ?
You got it. The UI-12/16 are older designs, that while still sold, will not get any updated features it seems. The UI-24 is the updated design.
I was told, that the UIR series offers multiple virtuall channels where I can route program sounds like Discord voice chat for example. Is that true? If so, how many virutal channels can I use with the Soundcraft Ui16 ?
The UI-16 does not do any virtual channels, it's an older unit. Thanks for watching.
This was super helpful! And the brownie & fake feedback made the video!! 😅
Glad it was Super helpful!
Hi there.! I wanna shift from analog to digital console i like the ui 12 and 16 and what they offer at this price point , but i checked out some reviews and blogs about ui 12 and 16 and many are complaining these mixers have tons of problems (network, connection dropouts, noisy preamps, even ethernet connection dropouts etc.)....
Can i deped on these mixers at my venue without having an analog backup ? Are they reliable..?
Hi Aadesh. I haven't had any issues with mine, and I have several customers using them with out issue. However, all of mine are using an external Wi-Fi router as the onboard one is weak. I haven't seen any of the other issues. The preamps are not the quietest out there. If reliability is your main concern, then I would stick with analog.
Hi Aadesh, if you look up forums about any device you will see only complains. Considering the number of units which are sold it is normal that there are issues and 90% are due to users who doesn't know how to connect. I have mine for years and never single problem.
Hello Aadesh ! They are reliable.....been using it for more than one and half years without any dropout problems
Would it be possible to give access to users to manage with their respective channels alone ? For eg, say i want to give the guitarist to manage his channel alone on his own.
Sure, multiple people can log in and control at the same time. Also you can go in under the "Access" tab and set password and limit access.
Thanks for your tutorial, I really appreciate man, would ask more question for how to maintain good practice this mixer to extend their lifetime? Such as shutting down the unit, just safe to turn down all volume and just switch that off? How about electricity stabilizer? Grounding, power conditioner? Thanks a lot
Sure. Number one is to keep the unit cool. I keep my equipment powered down when its not in use. Turn your amps off first and on last to prevent pops. If used outdoors keep it in the shade. A power conditioner is a great idea. Thanks for watchin'!
@proclaimav4197 thank you so much, i am using ups online that produce pure sinewave while backing up that when sudden electrical power drop. Is that ok?
Yes. That would be excellent!
Does the hdmi let you connect to a monitor? And the usb for a mouse and keyboard for UI16?
At some point they were supposed to be able to do that but they never developed that feature. However, the Big Brother UI 24R will do that. I have mixed on a friend's 24 R using a touchscreen monitor hooked up the HDMI and USB ports.
Hello. Great video. Makes much close this mixer. I wonder, what is the difference between UI12 and UI16. I'm planning to buy UI12, but what will I lose. First I see is USB. UI16 has USB rec. What that mean? Is that mean that you can use it as recording studio? And not UI12. Can you explain more this? Thank you.
Hi Aleksander. The UI-16 only has a USB stereo recorder onboard. I recommend moving up the the UI-24R if you want to multitrack and want a Soundcraft Mixer. Thanks for checking out the video.
@@proclaimav4197 could u explain multitrack and the sound craft mixer. When might I need this
Does this mixer have the ability to do ducking(side channel)? I see the Ui24R can by using Subgroups but cant find anything on if the Ui12 or Ui16 can do it.
No it does not. The ui16 is an older generation mixer that Soundcraft acquired from another company. The UI-24r is the more recent mixer with many more options. If you want to do things like sidechain and multi track recording, the UI-24r is a better choice.
I can hear hiss through the mic when Listening to this video on headphones and i also read that this mixer has this issue with bad preamps. Is this sound related to the mixer?
I had noticed that this mixer does have more internal noise than some. In most settings it has not been a problem for me.
How do I get an app or icon set to my iPad ? I log on website to use currently.
Hi Kimberly,
Yes, that is the only way to control the UI-16. It does not have or need an app. Try pinning the tab on your browser.
Thanks!
Can you show us how to setup headphones on? Thank you in advance, it will be a great help
Here's what you are looking for: ua-cam.com/video/B2nSNSFKdj0/v-deo.html Happy Mixing!
Soundcraft ui users?..how do you set volume with relation to the L R master level ? Half way? Full up and adjust with power amp/powered speakers?
I run mine at 75% and then adjust powered speaker levels where I want them.
@@proclaimav4197 - Ok. Thank you. I been half way maybe a little more. So 75% works well?
which do you PREFER soundcraft or berhinger?
I prefer the device which works best for the application. I tend not to promote or bash particular brands. Every brand has features that another does not, so I pick based on my requirements. I like that the Soundcraft will work with any device without an app, and has onboard USB playback and stereo recording. I like that the X-Air 18 can do multi-track recording. Start with your requirements list in mind (including budget) and find the device that works for you. :)
Can I import songs from you tube to play through the mixer ?
Hi Kimberly,
The Ui-16 will playback music in the .wav or .mp3 format loaded on a USB thumb drive. So as long as you have the right format, yes.
Can you please give the major differences between the UI16 and UI24R .
What does the 'R' stand for in UI24R.
Also does either device record the chanels with effects. Or umprocessed?
Hi Steven. The UI-24R allows multitrack recording via PC or USB drive and of course has more input channels, more channel routing ect. No clue what the "R" stands for and as for the effects, I think they can only be recorded on the Left/Right output of the 16 and the 24. If you haven't yet, I recommend exploring the software demos on the Soundcraft website.
www.soundcraft.com/ui-demo/mixer.html
www.soundcraft.com/ui24-software-demo/mixer.html
@@proclaimav4197 thanks for taking time out to reply, God bless you.
@@proclaimav4197 R is for recording. Each input channel can be recorded at once onto either USB or DAW or both.
I bought a soundcraft ui24 digital mixer, but after activation am not getting the home 🏡 screen. So I no why
Hmm. Not sure. Sounds like you may have to do a reset? Sounds like a network settings problem to me.
Thanks!
You are super welcome!
Can you save a determined confuguration?
Sure. You can save your configuration in the "Shows" tab. Thanks for watchin' !
Aweesome 👏
Thanks!
Gracias
You're welcome. 😃
I bought one few
Weeks back
Not
Sure
If i can make the change. Nothing like sliding fader 😊
I get it. I still like my "real" controls. 😛
Hello...i have a problem...i cant hear stereo only mono from aux channels...i can hear the instruments only in left side of my in ears...what should i do?
To get stereo aux out you need to link two aux channels and use two outputs, one for right and one for left. Thanks for watching!
is there also autotune for?
Unfortunately it does not. Thanks for watching!
Чи можливо записати в ньому multitracks?
No, the UI-16 can't Multi-track. The newer UI-24R will record Multi-track. 😃
Is this not iPad compatible?
Hi Isaac, It will work with anything because it uses your internet browser as the interface. I have used an Android phone, iPad, and Windows laptop before.
Can it used as an audio interface for a daw ??
And Love from india ....
For this video ❤
It will only record a stereo mix to a USB stick unfortunately.
@@proclaimav4197 thanx..
Is audio quality of stereo mix good ??
Such a nice environment, but the limitations of the mixer are really strange. no pre-delay for reverb, no time difference for left and right channel for the delay, not possible to route the FX returns to a subgroup, no PEQ on the master and AUX masters but only GEQ, no side-chain, no db scale for the compressor In/Out/ Gain Reduction, not possible to route the FX return to another FX.
Such a missed opportunity with the Ui series, it seems they made this to absolute beginners which is a shame.
The UI series is older digital design and I don't think they will update it and yes, it's intended for the less complex applications. Thanks for watching.