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Monitor mix output of Qu-16 into HM-800 very noisy
I recently acquired an HM-800 in order to provide my fellow musicians with their own in-ear monitor mix, as my Qu-16 is capable of outputting four different mono mixes. Sadly I noticed that the output ...
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Hercules Inpulse 500 and AKAI MPK mini
I have an AKAI MPK mini that I want to perfom with my DJ controller, which is a Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500.
However, I want to use a software with my AKAI keyboard to play piano or synth and etc. ...
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Speaker noises when computer falls asleep. Doesn’t everyone have this problem? How do I fix it? [closed]
Setup- computer > audio interface > monitor speakers
I want my computer to sleep occasionally so my external displays, etc aren’t draining power or blasting light at me while not in use. But ...
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Noise from one of monitors near iMac
Setup: a desk from IKEA, an iMac 27 2017 staying in the center, Steinberg UR22C connected to the iMac via usb type-c cable, 2 Yamaha HS5 active monitors are connected to the audio interface with ...
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Monitor my amp while sharing with zoom
I am sorry if this is the wrong SE, but it seems to be the only one where my question makes even the slightest sense.
I am taking music lessons online, and I am having troubles setting up the ...
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I am not getting any sound out of my PA system. Did I connect something incorrectly?
I have a NUMARK M6 USB 4 channel mixer with LEFT and RIGHT Balanced XLR output connected to channel 1 and channel 2 of my AUDAC EPA252 power amplifier respectively. My speaker is a passive HYBRID ...
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Trying to connect old speaker to old sound system
I hope I am asking in the right place. I don't know much about audio technology, so please excuse my terminology.
I have an old sound system whose speaker stopped working, and I have a set of two old ...
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How can the power system mess up the audio?
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We have a Behringer X32. Everything in the mixer sound great. We try to bring its sound to a PC so we can record and stream it.
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The audio in the PC is noisy. In indescribable, ...
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On a small mixer (Behringer 802) do I have options for crowded cable management?
The Behringer mixers, like many, have vertical input jacks. In trying to come up with a good cable-management solution, so my desktop set-up is nice and pretty, I'm running out of ideas. I'm not ...
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Decent and affordable setup to record slamming doors, thumping [duplicate]
I would like to record evidence of annoying sounds from downstair apartment (Please no judgment, legal or diplomatic advices). I need a recording setup using AFFORDABLE equipment that will capture ...
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Connect stereo L+R pair to 2x stereo IKEA FREKVENS speakers
After waiting for a year or two I’m superhappy with the Frekvens lights and audio units. For sure it’s no pro audio but hey, nice for playing around...
I’m now puzzeling for the right setup and ...
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MICROPHONE - How is this PIN actually called?
I have a Yeti Blue mic that I am now setting up. I got the 3/8 to 5/8 thread adapter, but the mic is just too high up the horizontal boom arm, so I actually wanted to drop it down a bit.
I was ...
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+48v phantom on electric piano?
I'm putting together a small setup with
a condenser mic (requiring +48 phantom power)
a Yamaha electric piano with a 6.3 stereo "headphone" output and MIDI IN+OUT
Steinberg UR22 MK2 (with 2x XLR/6.3 ...
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Best way to control audio in dual (same LAN) locations from one spot.
Currently we have one office that I run music through in this order Pandora-->PC-->amp-->speakers. Pretty simple.
However, We've added a separate building 300' away that shares the same LAN. I'm ...
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Combining multiple Speakers Impedance - what is the preffered way?
I'm building a custom sound system using the HiFi Berry Amp2 which claims to [...] "work with all speakers or 4-8 Ohm impedance. It supports sample rates from 44.1-192kHz (16-32bit)." According to ...
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How to connect Powered Subwoofer to Mixer?
I have two Alto TS210 Powered Active Speakers connected to Yamaha MG06 Mixer, which is then connected to my laptop via Stereo Y-Cable. That setup is working fine, however, I would like to now add a ...
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Directivity index measurement - steps to follow
I am interested in measuring the directivity index of a loudspeaker. I have been looking on the Internet information about the setup, but unfortunately the information I have found so far has to do ...
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Sync Korg SQ-1 with DAW (Logic)
I'm trying to sync my Korg SQ-1 with DAW (Logic Pro X). SQ-1 is connected via USB to computer and Logic recognizes it. I've updated MIDI settings in Logic to make SQ-1 receive MIDI clock and tempo ...
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Can a FX send on a mixer be used as an extra buss for multi-track recording
I am working on a podcast with 3 other people and I was looking into multi-track recording to make editing easier. I was looking for a cheap mixer that would be able to be hooked up to a recorder ...
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How to input sounds live during a podcast
I've been recording sound for a few years now but I'm still learning through trial and error. I've done a few short student films and local commercials as well as very basic seminar recordings. my ...
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I have 2 keyboards PSR E353 and PSR I455. Can I connect them both in a midi setup?
I have Yamaha Psr E353 and I455. Both have no midi ports in them. But the i455 has a USB port for a thumb drive. I am hoping if in any possible way the both keyboards be linked to form a rack. And so ...
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Is it ok to put an unbalanced 1/4 inch line through an XLR stage snake?
I've been tasked with setting up and doing sound design for an upcoming live event.Unfortunately, the equipment I have to work with is somewhat lacking.
The analogue mixing desk (Allen & Heath ...
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Low/distorted signals from headworn microphone
I'm producing a podcast with several speakers in the same room. I'm also a complete novice when it comes to audio engineering.
The Original Setup
Originally we used a Yeti microphone set to '...
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Setting up Microphone to avoid feedback
I have a shotgun microphone which I'd like to be able to use while using my speakers. I find this to be very practical when, for example, talking to other people without needing a headset. However, ...
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Unbalanced Phono output from (Pioneer DDJ-SB2) to balanced XLR mic level
I'm playing a gig in a few days where I need to connect my Pioneer DDJ-SB2 to a XLR mic level input. Assuming that the XLR is balanced.
Can anyone suggest the best way to achieve that? I was thinking ...
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Classical guitar to a mic to a guitar processor (or even better guitar amp)?
I would like to use a mic to amplify my classical guitar as I'm told it's the best way to do it without altering the guitar and losing some sound acoustically (with piezo, fishman....). However I also ...
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Audio Technica ATR2100-USB Recording Issue
I am facing a issue while connecting my ATR2100 to my desktop computer via USB. The sound volume that is being recorded is very low. I have to amplify it each time after recording which distorts the ...
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Electric guitar connected to Mixer doesnt work
Just wondering if someone could tell me why my setup didnt work.
I have an electric guitar and was supposed to play as part of a choir at one of the churches. I have never played at the church or ...
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Need help with my ''studio setup'' (from a hobby perspective)
English isn't my first language so please excuse any errors :)
I was mainly thinking of getting myself a studio setup, because i mainly produce house/EDM music etc, but i do play piano aswell (i do ...
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setup for having an amp output mono to two speakers
I have two passive bookshelf speakers Micca - MB42X and would like to use a single amp to send the same audio signal to each speaker.
I do not want one speaker to receive the left channel and one to ...
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Shaky sound from speakers? [closed]
I am pretty new to this, just trying to get everything to work.
I have an Onkyo TX-8050 receiver hooked up to a set of Paradigm Atom V7 speakers. I am playing from a turntable Audio Technical AT-LP60 ...
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Sync projects with remote NAS
This question might not belong here, but it has to do with studio setup, and I'd like to know what other studios are doing for a syncing solution.
I have a studio in town, which is about half an hour ...
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Furman power conditioner - can I use with a power bar to expand my outputs?
I've been running my studio setup of about 15 - 16 pieces of audio gear (computer, monitors, mixer, etc) using a couple of surge protected power bars. I decided it would be a good idea to get a power ...
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Amplifier + Speakers setup
I have a noob question about an amp/speaker setup that I would like to buy.
I currently have a Behringer EUROPOWER EP2000 amplifier with two passive Behringer EUROLIVE B212XL speakers. The amplifier ...
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Adding live band and choir to PA System
I have a similar task to do as with this question
Sound system for home theater and band
but mine has a different application. I am running an event venue
To start, my challenge is to be able to ...
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Cover an unplugged audio cord so it doesn't create a hum [closed]
When I have my laptop at my desk, I plug in my computer speakers to it. When I move it to my bed, I have another headphone cord that runs there, which is also plugged into the speakers. The problem is ...
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How do I run this setup?
I have an Audio-Technica AT2035 Cardioid Capacitor Microphone with an ART Tube amp. The mic has a Low Cut switch and an -10db to 0dB switch. The preamp has 2 dials: Input and Output, along with 4 ...
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Matching line in/line out levels
I recently asked about the general setup of our Talking Newspaper recording studio (Undestanding a recording studio configuration).
From the answers given, it seems that without buying extra ...
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Undestanding a recording studio configuration
I have recently taken over as the Technical Manager for my local Talking Newspaper (local news recorded for visually impaired listeners) - my technical background is more in IT/Web Development than in ...
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Will this portable DJ setup work?
I'm looking to purchase a portable DJ Setup for my business, I'm targeting Pubs,Weddings(Halls), outdoor parties and occasionally small conferences. My setup will be based on powered speakers. It ...
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What are primary differences between a soundcard and a DAC?
I am interested in building a setup with KRK Rokit 8 G2, but I am not sure if I should go with an external DAC or purchase a soundcard to use. What the main differences between the two?
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What are the disadvantages of a powered speakers setup over passive setup?
Im looking to build a mobile DJ Sound System. I want to use powered speakers and do away with speakers and amp setup. I'm looking to accommodate at least 300 people.
This is the equipment I was ...
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Mixer / Power amp / Decibel Meter setup
I just bought:
A power amplifier (Amazon.com link)
A mixer (Amazon.com link)
Two loudspeakers (Amazon.com link)
A decibel meter (Amazon.com link)
Before buying the decibel meter, the setup was clear ...
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Help to identify this solo recording setup
Looking at this video from youtube featuring the amazing Bob McChensey playing the trombone, I can identify two microphones, the Royer R-121 and the old Sony C-37A. I can see both mics in use, would ...
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First Field Setup
Hi guys,
I have been working in sound design for just under a year now in my first professional gig and have now gotten to the stage where I can no longer just rely on library recordings to work ...
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surround setup / combining different speakers?
Hi,
I have a very good stereo setup (K&H 0300) and another pair of decent speakers (Event TR6) sitting around.
I would love to keep using those speakers and combine them to a Frankenstein Surround ...
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Will a generator work with a portable DJ setup?
So, understanding the risks of using a 7500 watt gasoline powered electric generator (Dirty Power), I was wondering if battery backup or power cleaner conditioner could mitigate the risks such that it ...
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What do I need to setup a 5.1 system?
Hi guys, it's a quick question. I am just wondering... I have an presonus audiobox 22vsl, just 2 outputs. In case I wanted to setup a 5.1 system, do I need at least 6 outputs from my interface?
Or ...
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How to setup one instance of Kontakt to use more than one virtual instruments to their own outputs
So as far as using one MIDI channel per instruments, I understand that (somewhat). But how to route their output to individual channels in Reaper is a bit beyond me.
Is there any way to achieve this? ...
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Is buying a compressor a good thing for vocal recording?
I have a little home studio and so far, just recording with my Studio Project B1 microphone right in my Presonus Firebox was ok for vocals. I have some money to spend on an upgrade for this setup, and ...
