Behringer X32 - Matrix Setup to Feed a PA

Using the Matrix is the best way to feed a Main PA and Sound System. This is the first of two videos on how to feed a sound system using the matrix section.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:26 What is a Matrix?
02:44 How to Get the Matrix Set Up
04:26 Matrix Tap Points
05:54 Setup Matrix Feeding PA
07:04 Adjusting EQ on the Main PA
08:08 Routing the Matrix to an Output
09:47 Conclusion

Products shown in this video:

[ibrahimx]

More Behringer Wing videos please and thank you! Nobody is doing any anymore.

[omrikladar-benstine]

Side note on PA feeding on Matrices, Delay can also be added for feeding delay towers or secondary mains further back in your venue. I also use a set of Matrices to feed side-fill systems on large stages (and sometimes drum monitor if they have a sub). This is basically a further extension of eliminating the need for a system processor

[coachsmith]

Great video Drew. Thanks for all your insight into the functions of the X32. I’ve trained several new sound techs at church and I always send them with homework that includes several of your videos. They are so clear and concise and well explained. Your work does not go unnoticed. Could you do a video on how you set up the hot keys to control your recording playback? We use Logic Pro to record from and playback through our mixer. I’d love to also set up our board to use the buttons to control the playback. Thanks again!

[danielfmyers]

Onboard usb recording tip: Tap from main L/R prefader to record, so that you don’t apply the room matrix EQ on the way in and double EQ on playback.

[LINKERS_SOUND_TRACK_LST]

And .any thanx for all your videos, , i have learnt a lott about this mixer through your videos only.. thanx brother🥂🥂😇👍✨

[sammyngembo]

Thanks Bro for sharing this important tutorial.

[mthobisizakhele]

thanks Drew for these videos. Can you please make a video on how to apply parallel compression/EQ with Behringer X32

[DuesGibGolfandLife]

So I’ve always noticed when I listen with headphones how much better it sounds then in the room. It’s so much clearer. So from what your saying this will help me to get room sounding more like the headphones. I work in a concrete room with flat walls so I know this doesn’t help

[JarecFR]

Thanks Drew. This is something I've been intending on doing (as you note, "having their fader down in the -10 to -5 range..."). But this is a good nudge to get it done for my other volunteers.

[chaws]

I’d love to see you talk about mixing background vocals into a mix and how to get the lead vocals to stand out and not get washed away in the mix

[cwwisk]

My band is getting our first X32 Compact for our gig rig. Our deal is we each supply our own instruments and mics, then we split the cost of monitors, FOH tops and subs, and the rest of the components running the PA. My drummer wants to try to use 2 overhead condensers and nothing else for our gigs that require drum mics. As the lead-guitarist who used to be a drummer, I realize the benefits of a simple rig. However, as the sound guy, I would like advice on trying to isolate individual drums on mixbusses via EQ. In theory, I should be able to use the parametric EQ to isolate cymbals and kick rather easily. Toms are also going to be relatively simple to isolate as a sort of group. Snare tone is going to be the hardest part to isolate. I'd like to be able to adjust individual drum levels because overheads do not generally produce a flat-response picture of a trap set. Is it worth the trouble to try to not mic at the very least the snare, if not the kick as well, or am I better off trying to talk to convince someone who may or may not understand the finer points of live mixing?

[itsmatchew]

Ready for next weeks video!!! That’s what I need!

[zebmccall]

Awesome video Drew. All your videos are very helpful. You should end up doing a full x32 online video course from beginners to advance. I've purchased some online courses but it doesn't compare to your videos that you put out. You should think about it doing something like that at a reasonable price.

[akintomidejoshua]

I've been waiting for this video
Thank you

[ThreshAudio]

Hi Drew
I suggest a video on custom boot of the x32

[AudioEmpire]

Please upload advanced tutorial of Behringer Wing

[speck-zqkb]

Hi Drew thank you for your work. Q should you not set another Matrix for the Live Stream? I have seen that you put a limiter on a Matrix for live stream in another video.

[mickeymiguel]

Post faders is good, but when you filter the main LR that filter affect the matrix

[Dr_Ngubo]

Awesome vid! Thanks Drew! I can proudly say I've watched most of the x32 videos on your channel 😅 You're amazing man! I've got 2 video requests, if you don't mind 😁. Could you do a video on how to handle plosives on the x32? Also, could you do a video on how to set up a face mic like the one you've got but without the IEMs. We've got floor monitors instead and they feed back into the mic really badly. I've watched your videos on setting up the Pastor's mic, just wondering if you have more tips for setting up that mic in these conditions. Thanks!

[timjordan]

Drew, where is the music coming from when you press the button at 7:00? How is that working?
Thanks for the videos