How to use a mixing desk

1. How does a mixing desk work?
2. What is a mix desk and what does it do?
3. How do you set up a mixing desk?

How does a mixing desk work?

Mixing desks have a certain number of input 'channels' that take audio signals to combine them with signals from other channels and send them to output channels. ... The channels are usually laid out in strips, and the signal enters the mixer through the back and passes through the various controls of the channels.

What is a mix desk and what does it do?

Put simply, a mixer (sometimes known as a mixing desk, mixing console, mixing board, desk or console) takes various audio sources through its multiple input channels, adjust levels and other attributes of the sound, then usually combine them to a lesser number of outputs.

How do you set up a mixing desk?

PA system/mixer setup order

1. Turn all gain knobs and level controls all the way down.
2. Connect each piece of gear in the following order:
3. Once levels are down and everything is connected, power everything on.
4. Set gain/mix/speaker levels and sound check.
5. Once you're ready, continue to the mixer setup instructions.