Rob, I just got the Qu-Pac 32. I am needing to send the LR to the main speakers for the congregation. Then I need a separate monitor feed to the singers and band. Lastly I need a feed that I can use for Live Stream - this feed I need to compress so that when it peaks it doesn't distort. Would you recommend me creating two FX Sends to achieve the two extra sends or is there a better way to do this? Can I have the compression settings on the FX sends different from the LR send? I do love your videos, you do a great job explaining and helping it to make sense. Hope my question is ok in this forum.
@soundadvicewithrob30832 күн бұрын
@@jaydaves6835 FXsends are just for … FX. They send a signal into one of the FX engines so these won’t be what you use for what you need. The easiest is to use a Mix Send for your band monitors and a second Mix for your Live stream
@jaydaves68352 күн бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Can I then control the sound on those two Mix Sends independently from the LR?
@soundadvicewithrob30832 күн бұрын
@@jaydaves6835 Yes absolutely
@SachiJones9 күн бұрын
This actually helped me finally understand how to set up an SQ5 for sending effects to a different mix. Now I'm sure I understand the principle, not just the procedure. Thank you for the thorough explanation.
@sammythefox105715 күн бұрын
We couldn't get it to with via the board, changing the settings didn't change anything. It is almost like the fx is muted? But I went through everything and made sure none of the fx channels were muted. We specifically wanted delay. In the app for the board we can change it fairly easily. As someone who doesn't know much about sound equipment the video explained the "send and return" quite well, it clicked when you said/showed it.
@jordannourry795919 күн бұрын
Merci frère !
@jaredrush675023 күн бұрын
Can you make mix 1 and mix 2 combined into a stereo out? Like grouping them so I can send mix 1 as stereo left and mix 2 as stereo right to feed a headphone amp, etc?
@soundadvicewithrob308322 күн бұрын
@@jaredrush6750 Sorry no, not on the QU series. Mix1 to 4 are only mono... there is no link function
@trademarkdjentertainment813524 күн бұрын
Hello, thank you for this video! Quick question, will this GEQ applies to LR effect all 16 channels or individual selected channels?
@soundadvicewithrob308324 күн бұрын
@@trademarkdjentertainment8135 The GEQ only affects the output as a single signal (eg LR if that’s what’s selected). Individual input channels are only affected the PEQ as each channel is selected
@OZ7ADZ24 күн бұрын
Fin video, but you dont have to repeat your self so many times. it being to long to watsh. and that is bad, because you have a gode video.
@luks_-vj8yb24 күн бұрын
It's crazy how easy you can explain things i love your account and come back often
@kevysteadАй бұрын
Trying to learn more about these boars and the functions. Can you do a detailed video on personal monitor mixing thru an ipad? Cheers
@LakeWinnipesaukeeNHАй бұрын
Rob - related but need your help - 2 Q's please: 1) This video talks about routing a mix to USB. Other videos show how to route a mix to QU-Drive for recording (ex. route 5/6 to Ch. 17 and 18). But those videos and the AH user guide ONLY address "Stereo Recording". My question is if I route Mix 5/6 to channels 17/18 but do a MULTI-track recording - do you know if 5/6 will end up on 17/18? Meaning recorded tracks 1-16 are the individual input channels, but 17/18 are my routed 5/6, not the default L+R? 2) I've seen sources that say you CAN choose which of the 18 tracks to record multi...like inputs 1-5 only... but don't tell you how. I cannot find any way to do this. I've also read it's always all 18, no choosing. Any thoughts? Thank you.
@soundadvicewithrob3083Ай бұрын
Great questions. 1) That is correct. Assigning the channels for USB is a single interface that applies to both USB ports (rear port for a computer and the front port for q-drive) 2) Yes you can choose. Open the USB dialog screen where all 18 channels are listed. Tap any channel to highlight, then use the dial knob to choose the channel to be recorded in that spot. You can also dial it all the way around to "X" to essentially turn out off. NOTE however: the q-drive software will "record" all 18 channels regardless of the source you choose. Some of the resulting WAV files will simply be blank...but you will always got 18 of them
@LakeWinnipesaukeeNHАй бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Thanks for the quick response. I have limited access to the venue's QU and don't have a lot of experimental time with it. I'll route mix 5/6 to 17/18, do the multi-track record, and check the recording after the show. (The goal is mix 5/6 attempts to capture the band's performance mix, whereas Main outs 17/18 are the house reinforcement mix - they'll be quite different ;^). Thanks again. Vids are super helpful.
@dextermabuyoАй бұрын
Thank you for all the tutorials Mr Rob.
@brotherbrian77782 ай бұрын
I cannot seem to select prefade for LR mains, the lights stay off no matter what I select, please advise?
@soundadvicewithrob30832 ай бұрын
LR Mains are always postfader. That can’t be changed
@user-pu9il4nm5q2 ай бұрын
Thank you. Did you explain to me how to connect a stereo cable, such as a DJ keyboard? Thank you very much
@soundadvicewithrob30832 ай бұрын
Connecting stereo is quite easy but depends on your wiring. If you have 2 separate cables (either 1/4 or XLR) you simply connect each to adjacent channels. eg 1&2. Then use the PAN control to move one channel to Left and the other to Right. Finally for convenience you can link the two channels so they are controlled as one. if you are using a single stereo jack, the QU series mixers have 3 jacks just for for that stereo connection (ST1 ST2 and ST3)
@user-pu9il4nm5q2 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Thank you very much. This was very important for me and your excellent explanation made it very easy
@gherardochapman5982 ай бұрын
Thank You, very valuable information
@jeffreyoliver48222 ай бұрын
Rob, thanks so much for this instruction. You got me up to speed quickly.
@1ELiMusic2 ай бұрын
I have the 16 and 32 and super simple tu use and understand. If I had to do an upgrade would be on the app
@LarryOohLaLa2 ай бұрын
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊Thank you so much Rod 💓 I am really happy with your setup 😍 😊 😄 😀
@gyuchanforever3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!
@NumanShaikh-bh6xq3 ай бұрын
Hey Thank you for making videos its very helpful ☺️
@brotherbrian77783 ай бұрын
How to set gains for vocalists who just sing very soft, quiet, some have gain almost maxed out just to even register on the db indicators? Mics are shure sm58s
@soundadvicewithrob30833 ай бұрын
Great question. First thing is to realize that there no mic or magic setting that will turn a shy quiet voice into a great singing voice. it is what it is. You might consider a condenser mic that can be a bit more sensitive to get more gain but that may not be an option. You can only go with best effort. Set the gain as needed but always avoid the possibility of feedback. I will always prioritize “no-feedback” over volume any day.
@josenadesan3 ай бұрын
Could I Connect Smart phone to the USB output for facebook live stream?
@soundadvicewithrob30833 ай бұрын
Great question. Haven’t done that one myself and my qu is in the trailer this week however I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. As long as you can set the phone to get its audio from USB then give it a shot and let us know
@andrewchilders63203 ай бұрын
What case are you using for the QU 16?
@soundadvicewithrob30833 ай бұрын
That’s an SKB R100
@andrewdickinson16493 ай бұрын
Thanks for this so are the faders set around -30Db when you are setting the gain and should this be around -20Db to -Db on the PAFL led light meter?
@soundadvicewithrob30833 ай бұрын
Position of the faders for gain staging is actually irrelevant. I only only chose a level that allowed me to hear a minimum signal on my monitors while filming the video. I set the gain so that the signal bounces "around" 0db on PFL meters
@bobmoore21593 ай бұрын
Will this work for matrix 1&2
@soundadvicewithrob30833 ай бұрын
Yes you should be able to simply dial up Mtx1&2 instead of Mix9&10
@bobmoore21593 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thanks, I want to use it to send to obs and zoom
@bobmoore21593 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 ok this might be a stupid question but by default as you stated in the usb I/O audio patch goes to channel 1 of the usb stereo input of the recorder. So when sending a signal to either OBS or Zoom when I select QU / Stereo out it receives whatever is on channel 1 and 2 So I have configured matrix 1&2 to receive L&R to send to other outputs. If I dial the usb I/O patch to channel 1 to matrix L and channel 2 to matrix R I should be able to control the level going to either OBS or Zoom as long as I have QU Stereo out selected as my audio input.
@nickevansaudio3 ай бұрын
I learnt a neat trick recently on another YT vid. Delay your output channel to c 100ms before ringing out and then the feedback frequencies appear more slowly so you have less sudden take-offs. Just remember to remove the delay afterwards though. 😊
@jahvin49513 ай бұрын
Can you do faders like this also an have your master level at 0db an adjust the fader up an ringout the mains
@jahvin49514 ай бұрын
What would you start off on the fader 0db are -5db
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
if you’re referring to the main LR fader it’s personal preference. for me I start at -5 and then i know i have that last bit of push up to 0 when i need it. Up to you
@jahvin49514 ай бұрын
@soundadvicewithrob3083 what would start the gain for the mic an the fader the same as the main
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
I have another video about mixing for a band which covers the process of gain staging. I can't (and shoudn't) give a "start position" for gain because the proper process is to adjust the gain until the input level is around 0db. This means the actual gain control will be completely diff for every input channel.
@simonsacco4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing, I would like to know how to inject an external effect (Type 2290 TC.) as an auxiliare through my QU-SB Allen & Heath. Thank you for your help.
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Since the introduction of digital mixers with built-in FX engines, manufacturers have eliminated the "insert" jack that used to be available on every input channel. Using an external FX can be done but will need to eat up extra inputs and outputs to accomplish it. First assign the channel(s) to a mix output - you will need to dedicate that mix output for the external FX until. Patch the Mix out jacks into the external unit. Patch the external unit output(s) back into unused input channels.
@mcnzamos22494 ай бұрын
Thanks, mine only picks up the signal on channel 17 and 18, when I set it to input 1&2 it doesn’t work, any idea why?
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
This video addresses sending signal OUT thru USB. since you’re talking about ch17&18 which are the default designation for L&R i’ll assume you’re trying get USB signal back INTO the qu desk. In that case you need to choose output channels on your software
@mcnzamos22494 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 USB is exactly where I’m sending the signal to. All I’m saying is, I only pickup sound when MIX9&10 is routed to 17&18; routing to channel 1&2 I get no sound ; it’s just silent and I can’t figure out why.
@jason69474 ай бұрын
Can you please say me how to send only desired channels through Usb b streaming
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Great question and Thx. if you have followed the video then you already have half the answer. Once you assign a mix or mixes to the USB you only need to select that mix layer and turn up the channels you want to send to USB. of course you also turn down the channels you don’t want going out to ISB
@franks49734 ай бұрын
Excellent and simple, thank you.
@TL-wu4id4 ай бұрын
This method of adjusting many frequencies will not work because it would affect other channels. This is only ideal for a certain monitor that amplifies the vocal microphones. I would also account for the sound waves that bounce against the objects in their directions. The problem is that the mic can be moved around during the show a lot. Some people never learn how to stay put in one place 😅. When musicians play too loud, singers also tend to cover the microphone head, which can cause feedback. For a small area, it would require everyone to be onstage to test out before the show and be aware of their own volume at all times unless they use IEM.
@2Uniquelive4 ай бұрын
Hi there. I have the QU-SB & it does have a matrix out 1-2 but is only in TS output (no XLR) & there is no 3-4 output as well even though it’s visible on the app. Is there a way to change the stereo mix outs to a matrix out with routing? Please help…
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Sorry but it’s the limitation of the SB hardware. Matrix3-4 is only available when using an expansion box like an AR2412 etc. 3-4 is not avaiable directly on the SB. There is no way to “reroute” the matrix to another physical output
@benjaminf.84564 ай бұрын
Hey Rob! Thanks so much for your clear and concise explanation here. I'm a little confused about A&H's choice to refer to the FX Master Faders as sends, but regardless- should those FX Send channels be routed to the LR, or just the returns? I don't want to create a feedback loop where the return is going back into the send or something like that. Thanks again!
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Thx for the feedback. As I mentioned in the video, the concept of send and return comes from the analog days when signal was “sent” out of the board to outboard fx units and then “returned” back to the mixer as a processed fx. As such Fxsend and FXreturn work as a separate independent signal path. FXsends does not yet have any fx applied so no point sending to LR. Only the FXreturn is routed to any output since that is the signal that has fx applied. Hope that makes sense
@arturomendez5694 ай бұрын
How do I control DCA volume on Qu 24 if there is no fader?
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
DCA on the qu24 work in exectly same way I explained for the QU16. They are assigned by default to the Custom layer.
@arturomendez5694 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thank you very much!!
@niddysnoises39244 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video Bob! Extremely useful for uni students!
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Thx for the feedback. Glad you found it helpful
@yoseifmichael90584 ай бұрын
Does the QU-16 have subgroups? Having a hard time with feedback. I would like to group vocals in a bus for more processing and send the bus to L&R
@soundadvicewithrob30834 ай бұрын
Sorry no. the qu16 does not have subgroups. If feedback is your concern then that is best handled by the EQ. Find and notch out the offending freq using either the channel EQ or the master EQ for that mix
@BillOnib5 ай бұрын
The major challenge with this equipment is the ability to connect and assign the “Mix” outputs to about 6 (six) speakers connected to the back of QU-32 mixer. Currently l was able to hear sound via the R/L - Main outputs but not via the Mix Output ports numbered #1 through #10. I followed pages 39 and 40 of the instruction manual, still there was no sound outputs from the 6 (six) speakers connected to the mix outputs #1 through #10. I am sure that l am doing something wrong. Does anyone has a KZfaq Tutorial link on this subject matter or any other video tutorial on how to apportion multiple speakers to the 10 (ten) mix outputs ports of the QU-32? Any assistance would be appreciated. Thank you.
@soundadvicewithrob30835 ай бұрын
Hi Bill great question. If you check out my video on "How and why to use pre or post fader" I do talk quite a bit about using the Mix outputs. If you give that go and still have questions, Id be happy to help
@LarryOohLaLa5 ай бұрын
wow wow thank you so much for special Matrix setting you are awesome Man
@MandyFlame5 ай бұрын
Rob, I’m new to QU series, having just picked up a QU24 to replace an all analog desk. Your videos are getting me started very quickly and I thank you. Any suggestions for a mixer desk for the QU24? It’s going to be in my rehearsal studio and it will also support live gigs.
@soundadvicewithrob30835 ай бұрын
Thx. Glad you found it helpful. If you are simply looking for a stand, I link the folding T-style stands like this quikloc ... www.amazon.ca/Quik-Lok-WS-650-Large-Multi-Function/dp/B00D3MKNPY/ref=sr_1_57?crid=1Q4R7S21LYLLX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.crrOPRy2rh9wwdX45QHlIHmdGAh1e4DlmWASx9dJ43ffGZ3RaTC1DW2DgnSpHCcKfotuL946zkeVzpy0ry8SH-VurUz4TZR1gv2OC9MsHLCUjhESNpAKht4XpxZtOIeq4YGjRRI7hjX2CHWc-C1MZPfrFQkPNKJQCyk9hUPPLglvteL9UQu9ltMhyP2nrK-6-l7_k_j2362xTRZV4fOLQ5i4i3lJ2Bww56GLh0g_V_SrBSyA9heGee7oBE_cu67l-bv-Ak1L_vlCLpbqkoSFJEFaVN2dPNBEHCWxKpsUg-E.KHZOBhnc7nQXjrxvq2ABfpncH_TFx7CrxPlFKbPLdYU&dib_tag=se&keywords=quiklok+stand&qid=1709528994&sprefix=quikloc+stand%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-57
@MandyFlame5 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 Thanks!
@NeilPoulter5 ай бұрын
The plural of matrix is matrices, not matrix.
@soundadvicewithrob30835 ай бұрын
LOL you got me! And thx for playing. BTW drop me a link for your own channel...I'm always interested in what others are doing.
@molerex1006 ай бұрын
Great video!
@steveisaac23286 ай бұрын
I just need to mute about a dozen channels (the band) while speaking mics are on... I would assign them to a group and make a soft key to do that? How?
@soundadvicewithrob30836 ай бұрын
Yes you could assign channels to a group and mute that group with a softkey. If Mute is actually the only function you need then Its probably easier however to simply use a mute-group.
@baveraydemir57586 ай бұрын
hi, is there any RTA button for EQ ? i need to frequencies. Thank you !
@soundadvicewithrob30836 ай бұрын
There is no RTA button. however RT is displayed on the “meters” page. Personally I use the Audio Tools app on my phone for RTA. much easier to see and use
@baveraydemir57585 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thank you so much! Quick question; can i connect my phone to the mixer output and use RTA from the mixer’s signal ? Or should i use the phone microphone ?
@soundadvicewithrob30835 ай бұрын
@@baveraydemir5758 Personally I just use my phone independently and therefore the phone mic and an RTAA app (Audio Tools)
@baveraydemir57585 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 thank you for the info’s i really appreciate it!
@baveraydemir57586 ай бұрын
Hi, i can’t find to do it on qu-pad. The digital mixer. Can you help me or there is any video about it ? Thank’s!!
@soundadvicewithrob30836 ай бұрын
FXSend is accessed by selecting the appropriate FX button the right side of the app. FX returns are available by selecting the FX button on the left side of the app.
@baveraydemir57586 ай бұрын
@@soundadvicewithrob3083 I think i tried it but still i can’t take any fx but i will try it again. thank you for your answer!
@AnilKumar-zo2eu6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much sir for your packaged information.
@user-vs4po7hw6r6 ай бұрын
Hi Rob. Thanks so much for this video. I have a question regarding the relationship between the master slider and the individual channel sliders. I notice in this video that there are times when an individual slider surpasses the level of the master slider. What is the relationship between the master slider and individual channel sliders?
@soundadvicewithrob30836 ай бұрын
Thx and glad to hear you found it helpful. Each individual channel fader allows you create a “mix” of all the channels into a single combined signal. The master is then the overall volume of the single mixed signal
@user-vs4po7hw6r6 ай бұрын
Enjoying your videos at lot!! A question regarding the master slider and how it works in relation with the individual sliders. I noticed in this video that when you adjusted individual channel sliders there are times when the slider surpassed the master sliders. What does the master slider control?
@soundadvicewithrob30836 ай бұрын
Thx and glad to hear you found it helpful. Each individual channel fader allows you create a “mix” of all the channels into a single combined signal. The master is then the overall volume of the single mixed signal
@terrytamanauskas8527 ай бұрын
Another question to add to last question we set-up in a room that about 100 ft wide by 150 ft deep using 2 turbo sound inspire 1000 speakers. Do you have both speakers on or just the one with the microphone?
@soundadvicewithrob30837 ай бұрын
You can have both on
@Powhart7 ай бұрын
Not working in my case. This thing is complicated to The point that im ahocked they’re selling this stupid mixers. If The most obvious thing like playing music through USB is not possible to set even after watching tutorials then allen & heath fucked Up bad.