PPKing Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Hi there, Having just purchased the hd500x I was just after some tips and advice on connecting it directly to a mixing console to be run through the pa for live use. To my understanding I should be using the Balanced XLR outputs on the back of the unit to run to the desk. The desk Im using is the Yamaha MG166CX 16 Channel desk. However the 2 inputs from the back of the unit won't go into the same channel on the desk. Do I just run the XLR left out into the desk, or do I run the XLR L&R out into the desk into 2 separate channels on the desk? Sorry for the noobie question but I'm just eager to learn and as with anything new like this there is just so much to take in! Regards Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianoguyy Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 being that most live scenarios should be run in mono, left and right do not matter. but, yes, you are correct. put your left in channel 1 and your right in channel 2. And then, if the mixing console runs it stereo or mono is up to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfsmith0 Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I do not use the stereo capabilities of the HD500 and just plug the left XLR into the mixer board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertmcollins3 Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I believe this will basically cut your signal in half since the XLR outs are at mic level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palico Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 And then, if the mixing console runs it stereo or mono is up to you. If you setup this way and your PA system is running stereo then pan the channel appropriately. The left out, panned on the console hard left, the right out, on the console panned hard right. For some the stereo effects it will sound better. If your PA is running mono then just use the left out to a single channel. You might lose some volume on the output of the POD but that gain can be made up on the console preamp if needed, just make sure you keep it at or below 0db so you don't start clipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oehman Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I don't use any dual amp patches, but use a little room or spring reverb after the mixer block. For awhile I ran just left XLR out to the mixer. But then I switched to L&R XLR and panned them L&R. The sound feels more full and responsive. Ymmv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brue58ski Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I run stereo and mono. You have to use different levels going out from only the left XLR from what you would use going out both. I have a mixer at home with a meter so I use my mixer to set the levels up properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPKing Posted December 3, 2014 Author Share Posted December 3, 2014 So would one of my bets options be to run 2 XLR outs, into 2 XLR input channels even if they are 2 mono channels on the mixer, pan the L hard L, and the R hard R? As it'll be on 2 channels should I just mimic the settings for each channel on the mixer? Thanks for all the answers so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palico Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 So would one of my bets options be to run 2 XLR outs, into 2 XLR input channels even if they are 2 mono channels on the mixer, pan the L hard L, and the R hard R? As it'll be on 2 channels should I just mimic the settings for each channel on the mixer? Thanks for all the answers so far! Yep you got it. The EQ on the channels etc... should be set flat. Adjust the input trim as needed but likely it will really low, the POD can output a very strong signal. In fact if you get too much input and overdrive the channel preamp, you can turn down the Master on the POD to control that a bit. Another option not meantion would be to use your 1/4 live outs to go into a stereo channel on the mixer as well. But the 1/4 live outs won't drive as long of cable as the XLRs outs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPKing Posted December 3, 2014 Author Share Posted December 3, 2014 Yep you got it. The EQ on the channels etc... should be set flat. Adjust the input trim as needed but likely it will really low, the POD can output a very strong signal. In fact if you get too much input and overdrive the channel preamp, you can turn down the Master on the POD to control that a bit. Another option not meantion would be to use your 1/4 live outs to go into a stereo channel on the mixer as well. But the 1/4 live outs won't drive as long of cable as the XLRs outs. Excellent! Thanks alot, I feel like I'm finally starting to understand it. As with all new gear theres so much to take in, let alone a POD! Exciting though and look forward to learning more. Some good quality XLR leads are on the to buy list then!! Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rd2rk Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Rapco SC100i Isolated Signal Combiner. Out of production (I think) but still show up on ebay from time to time. Here's one for $40.00. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rapco-SC-100i-balanced-Isolated-Signal-Combiner-/251739622944?pt=US_Pro_Audio_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a9cd9ce20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.