In general, you should prefer the 1/4" jacks over the RCA style inputs/outputs of the "tape" section. It's basically a set-up I've used for several years. You are always better 'monitoring' on cans through the recording desk if poss. Your output 'to speakers' will need to go through an amp.
- What are direct outputs on a mixer?
- What are AUX outputs on a mixer?
- What is master output on a mixer?
What are direct outputs on a mixer?
A patch point found on many mixing boards for taking an individual output out of a channel as opposed to routing its output through some bussing architecture.
What are AUX outputs on a mixer?
An “Aux Send” is a type of output used on most live sound and recording mixers. It allows you to create an “auxiliary” mix in which you have individual level control over each input channel on your mixer to your “Aux Send” output.
What is master output on a mixer?
Master output controls
The master control section is used to adjust the levels of the overall output of the mixer. ... On most mixers, the master control is a fader. However, on some small mixers, rotary knobs are used instead to save space.