How to set up an external effects processor for live sound

A video showing how to connect and set up an external effects processor to work with a mixer in the context of live sound reinforcement. Includes detailed instructions on how to route your signal to and from the effects unit, what cables to use and what type of auxiliary send should be used. Also answers some commonly asked questions on this topic, such as how to send the effects to your stage monitors and why it is better to use post-fade rather than pre-fade aux sends.

Part of the St George's Church PA training series.

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[ledbetter]

I just want to say that these videos are gold to anyone interested in live sound reinforcement. Bruno, your attention to detail is superb. I very much appreciate the time you take to do these, and that you share them with us. Thank you

[MortSubitegoddamnit]

Your videos are some of the clearest and most concise tutorials on live mixing I've watched. Thank you so much for clearly explaining these concepts and practises and keep them coming!

[titov]

This is probably the best explanation on how to setup effects to an analog board I've seen on YouTube! Great job. I sub'ed

[baluga]

This is the most relatable, easiest-to-follow, and newbie-friendliest walk-through there is. Thanks.

[amadeusbaez]

REALLY...BRUNO YOU ARE THE BEST, FOR EXPLAIN, HOW THE EFFECTS WORK..CONGRATULATIONS....I WAS WAITHING FOR THIS INFORMATION FOR LONG TIME...GOD BLESS YOU

[hussainbinshamsuddin]

I never thought for a moment that I'll be able to get such top notch professional guidance on sound mixing on the YouTube. It is obvious that you've put in 100% effort into making your videos to ensure that you didn't miss out on anything. Thank you so much. I've gained invaluable knowledge on all the little but critical details of the inputs, knobs and switches on a mixer. The fact that you made a conscious effort to use proper English without being heavily accented or without using slangs which not everyone is able to understand has been the most helpful. Once again, thank you very much.

[Clownmeati]

Thank you, that was positively hands down the very best explanation anyone could ever need. Well done!

[thomass.eiselberg]

I love no BS, practical instructional videos. Excellent presentation, sir. 10/10.

[GLBProductions]

- Thank you for the positive feedback, much appreciated!

[woogie]

Nice one Bruno. Very clear. Some people may have talent doing "their thing" but few can teach while understanding the outside clueless perception of many students. You are a natural teacher. Thank you for taking the time to put these videos together.

[GLBProductions]

- Thanks for the feedback. In the case of your mixer, you can use any post-fade aux send as an 'FX send' - that is just Mackie's way of distinguishing between their pre and post-fade aux sends. I believe that the post-fade aux sends on your mixer are 3-8.

[keerthisamarasekera]

This is the best video production I've seen so far. It's amazing that you zoomed the particular section which you are explaining in order to see it properly. And your voice is very very clear and you kept in mind to speak very slowly and only explaining the relevant part which we see on the screen. Thank you. Wish we see many more videos of you. Wish you all the best.

[reyfernandezjr]

thanks for your videos, they are way better than my 4 years of college.

[edwinperez]

You have the most impressive tutorials I have found anywhere. You are a master at both the mixer and teaching. Congratulations Master Bruno.

[skindrmanojjain]

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[SargentRay]

Thank you very much for taking the time to do these videos, i don't play with my mixer nearly enough to control it easily and everytime i'm stuck i come and watch one of your tutorials for help, and it always get me going, refreshing my memory. You've got talent for explaining things clearly. God bless.

[polymorphism]

21:35 "..sometimes better than they really are.." LMAO! Made my day xD Well done, sir.

[andreaspapamoiseos]

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[philipTOMPSETT]

8 years on and this is still incredibly useful. Thanks

[Yellowjacket]

Thank you so much for these videos. I have been running a sound mixer for years (self-taught), and never knew about running my effects unit into a channel. Thank you!