Behringer UFX1204 User Manual

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Small Format Mixers
XENYX UFX1604/UFX1204
Premium 4-Bus Mixers with 16x4 USB/FireWire Interface, 16-Track USB-Recorder, XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and Multi-FX Processors
XENYX UFX1604 — Premium 16-Input 4-Bus Mixer with 16x4 USB/ FireWire Interface, 16-Track USB­Recorder, XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and Dual Multi-FX Processors
8 state-of-the-art XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps with individual Phantom Power switches
8 studio-grade Compressors with super-easy one-knob functionality and control LED for professional vocal and instrumental sound
Neo-classic British4-band EQs with two semi-parametric mid bands for warm and musical sound
Dual studio-grade stereo FX processors with 16 editable presets including reverb, chorus, anger, delay, pitch shifter, multi-eects, Tap function and storable user parameter settings
Boasting a stellar feature set that includes our premium-grade XENYX mic preamps, “one-knob” compressors, British EQs and 24-bit onboard FX, BEHRINGER UFX Series mixers are some of the best-sounding compact mixers you’ve ever heard. They are light-years beyond your average mixer, thanks to their built-in 16 x 4 USB/FireWire Interface and 16-Track USB-Recorder. Imagine being able to record your next live gig directly to a USB stick or your PC/Mac computer— and the UFX’s transport section can even function as a remote control center for your computer-based DAW via MIDI.
Extreme Versatility
From input to output, BEHRINGER UFX Series mixers are all about functionality, ease of use and ultimate versatility. Mono channels feature our legendary XENYX mic preamps, praised the world over by professional audio engineers for their sonic clarity and high-headroom performance. Mono channels accept both balanced XLR and ¼" TRS, as well as unbalanced ¼" TS connections. A Line/Hi-Z switch is also provided on channels 1 & 2 so you can connect acoustic, electric and bass guitars without the need for an external DI box.
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4 Aux Sends per channel - all pre/post fader switchable, 4 stereo Aux Returns and separate CD/Tape input
Comprehensive Monitor section with separate level controls for speaker and headphones outputs
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XENYX UFX1604/ UFX1204
UFX1204 — Premium 12-Input 4-Bus Mixer with 16x4 USB/FireWire Interface, 16-Track USB-Recorder, XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and Multi-FX Processor
4 state-of-the-art XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps with individual Phantom Power switches
4 studio-grade Compressors with super-easy “one-knob” functionalit y and control LED for professional vocal and instrumental sound
Neo-classic “British” 3-band EQs with semi-parametric mid band for warm and musical sound
Studio-grade stereo FX processor with 16 editable presets including reverb, chorus, anger, delay, pitch shifter, multi-eects, Tap function and storable user parameter settings
2 Aux Sends per channel ­all pre/post fader switchable, 2 stereo Aux Returns and separate CD/Tape input
Comprehensive Monitor section with separate level controls for speaker and headphones outputs
Common Features
Premium ultra low-noise, high headroom analog mixer with integrated 24-Bit/96 kHz USB/ FireWire interface and 16-track USB recorder
Built-in 16x4 interface connects directly to your computer and supports Mac OS X and Windows XP or higher
Built-in 16-Track Recorder
UFX Series mixers make it easy to capture your live performances or home recording sessions. Just plug a USB stick into the rear panel, hit the record button on the 16-track recorder control interface—then relax and enjoy the show. When you get home from the gig, you can even use control any compatible computer based DAW directly from your UFX mixer via MIDI.
British EQ
The British consoles of the 1960s and ‘70s changed the sound of rock and roll. Without them, the British Invasion might not have even happened. The channel EQ on our XENYX mixers is based on that very same circuitry, allowing you to imbue signals with incredible warmth and detailed musical character. Even when applied generously, these equalizers exhibit sweet forgiveness and superb audio quality.
Mono channels on the UFX1204 benet from our highly musical “British” 3-band EQ with semi-parametric Mid control, allowing you to dial in the frequency center and boost or cut by as much as 15 dB. Channel EQ on the UFX1604 is an expanded 4-band version with sweepable Hi and Low Mids, providing even more tonal optimization. Both models feature individually switchable, true +48 V phantom power on all mono channels so you can use top-of-the-line studio condenser microphones—a feature virtually unheard of on a mixer in this class!
Stereo channels support balanced and unbalanced ¼" Line connections and our 4-band “British” EQs are provided for tonal adjustment. All channels feature 4 Aux Sends, switchable Pre/Post FireWire Sends, Mute/Alt 3-4 functionality and
super-smooth, long-wearing 100 mm logarithmic-taper faders (UFX1204 only for Main Mix fader, channel faders are 60 mm).
What's a Compressor?
Ask professional sound engineers what their favorite piece of external processing gear is and the response will be virtually unanimous – dynamic compression. What's compression? Glad you asked. Compression limits the dynamic range of a signal, lowering the level of loud sounds and turning up softer sounds to achieve sonic balance. But applying compression is a delicate art that many novice, and even intermediate sound techs have diculty mastering. Our“one-knob” compression is available on all mono channels and is easy to operate, even for entry-level users. Now you can easily dial in the perfect amount of compression for instruments and vocals, creating powerful mixes with punch and clarity. Our “one-knob” compressors come standard on each and every XENYX QX Series USB mixer.
FX and Functionality
We gave the UFX1204 a very high-end stereo FX processor with 16 editable presets that include reverb, chorus, anger, delay, phaser, multi-eects and Tap function for the ultimate in live performance enhancement. And because you can never have too much of a good thing, we armed the UFX1604 with not one, but two of these powerful eects engines for even more versatility.
Add to this an extensive Talkback section with onboard Mic; mono channel Inserts; up to 4 stereo Aux Returns; aplethora of output options; plus free software downloads and more—and you’ve got the incredible new XENYX UFX Series mixers from BEHRINGER!
Built-in 16 x 4 USB/FireWire Interface and 16-Track USB-Recorder
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XENYX
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UFX1604 channel strip UFX1204 channel strip
UFX1604/ UFX1204
Integrated 16-track USB recorder allows for instant recordings of your studio or live sessions on a simple USB stick
Neo-classic “British” EQs with semi-parametric mid band(s) for warm and musical sound
Illuminated MIDI Transport section to remote-control your DAW/Sequencer on PC/Mac
2 HI-Z inputs for direct connection of guitars, 4/8 Channel Inserts and balanced Main Mix outputs on ¼" TRS and XLR connectors
Solo-In-Place with PFL/AFL function plus full-featured Talkback section
Comprehensive Monitor section with separate level controls for speaker and headphones outputs
INST switch allows Hi-Z guitars/basses to connect directly without requiring DI box (CH 1 & 2 only)
Gain control adjusts input signal level
Compressor knob with threshold LED adjusts eect on mono channel
High Mid EQ ±15 dB, variable frequency
High Mid EQ sweepable Frequency control
Low Mid EQ sweepable Frequency control
Low EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 80 Hz
XLR mic input with XENYX preamp
¼" balanced/ unbalanced input
Low Cut switch eliminates signal content below 80 Hz
+48 V phantom power switch for use with condenser mics
FireWire Send switch selects Pre/Post EQ signal for FireWire bus
High EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 12 kHz
Low Mid EQ ±15 dB, variable frequency
EQ switch toggles EQ on/bypass
INST switch allows Hi-Z guitars/basses to connect directly without requiring DI box (CH 1 & 2 only)
Gain control adjusts input signal level
Compressor knob with threshold LED adjusts eect on mono channel
Mid EQ ±15 dB, variable frequency
Mid EQ sweepable Frequency control
Low EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 80 Hz
Long-wearing 100-mm logarithmic-taper faders (UFX1204 only for MAIN MIX fader, channel faders are 60 mm) and sealed rotary controls
“Planet Earth” switching power
supply for maximum exibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy saving
High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
UFX Series Stereo Channel Strip UFX Series FX Processor
Left ¼" balanced/ unbalanced Line Input (Mono)
Right ¼" balanced/ unbalanced Line Input
Gain control adjusts input signal level
FireWire Send switch selects Pre/Post EQ signal for FireWire bus
High EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 12 kHz
High Mid EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 3 kHz
Low Mid EQ, centered @ 300 Hz
Low EQ ±15 dB, centered @ 80 Hz
EQ switch toggles EQ on/bypass
FX A/B knob selects which eect is applied to signal (UFX1204 has single processor)
FX INPUT level meter(s)
FX On button toggles eect on and o
Power LED lights when power is present
Source section controls for routing and level control
FW/USB LED lights when computer is connected
12-tier LED ladder displays Main Output signal level
MODE button toggles channel Solo buttons between Solo in Place and Pre-Fader Listen (PFL)
Edit knob adjust FX parameters
Tap/Select buttons allow direct entry of tempo of eect
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XENYX UFX1604/ UFX1204
UFX Series Stereo Channel Strip UFX Series Aux Sends/Returns
(UFX1204 has 2 Aux Sends and 2 Stereo Aux Returns)
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Control Room Out sends line level signal to phones distribution system or active studio
UFX Series Rear Panel
Main Out sends line level signal to active speakers or external amplier
Phones jacks
ALT 3-4 Out jacks for connecting line level signal to powered speakers or external amplier
CD/Tape In and Out RCA sockets
Channel Aux knobs adjust how much signal is sent to Aux Send jacks
Aux Send 1-2 to FW 13-14 switch disables mixer channels 13-14, sending Aux Send 1-2 to computer instead
Master Aux Sends, selectable Pre/Post for use with monitors or routing to internal/external FX processing
*Please note for UFX1604: “TO ALT 3-4 switch” is related to RETURN 3 (FX A), while “TO CTRL RM/PHONES” is related to RETURN 4 (FX B)
Stereo Aux Returns adjust amount of returning signal from FX processor(s) is applied to selectable buses
FX to ALT 3-4/ Main Mix/CTRL RM routing switches
Standard IEC Power socket
Power switch
USB stick port
USB computer port
USB/FireWire/ Stand Alone Mode switch
Stereo Main Output balanced XLR sockets
FireWire port
Aux Sends to monitors or external FX processors
Mono Inserts for individual channel FX processors or direct outs
Stereo Aux Returns bring aected signal back from external processors
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UFX1604 Live Performance Setup
Electric Guitar
XM8500
Keyboard
BC30-212
USB In/Out
Acoustic Guitar
Bass GuitarDI100
R
Main out
L
B1520 PRO Loudspeaker
iNUKE NU3000
Power Ampliers (Biamp Mode)
E-drums
HPS3000
B1800X PRO Subwoofer
XENYX UFX1604
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XENYX UFX1604/ UFX1204
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UFX1204 Recording Setup
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Keyboard
B-2 PRO
V-Amp PRO
USB In/Out
USB In/Out or FireWire In/Out
Laptop
B3031A Active Studio Monitors
HPS3000
XENYX UFX1204
Drum Machine
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XENYX UFX1604/ UFX1204
Feature UFX1204 UFX1604
Input Channels 12 (4 mono + 4 stereo) 16 (8 mono + 4 stereo) Mic Preamps 4 8 Hi-Z Inputs 2 2 1-knob compressors In all mono channels In all mono channels EQ @ mono channels 3-band semi-parametric 4-band semi-parametric EQ @ stereo channels 4-band xed 4-band xed Channel Inserts 4 8 Aux Sends 2 (both pre/post) 4 (all pre/post) Aux Returns 2 s tereo 4 stereo Main Outputs Dual XLR + 1/4” jacks Dual XLR + 1/4” jacks Subgroups Alt 3-4 out Alt 3-4 out Phones Dual 1/4” jacks Dual 1/4” jacks Talkback Section With internal microphone With internal microphone 24-bit Multi-FX Processors with editing and TAP function 1 2 Metering FX:
Metering Input Channels: Metering Main Mix:
Channel Faders: Main Mix Fader:
USB Recorder (records to a connected USB stick/drive)
Computer Audio Interface for Mac OS X and Windows XP or higher
16 Input channels (record) for USB recorder and audio interface mode
4 Output channels (playback) for USB recorder and audio interface mode
Illuminated transport section with display
Up to 16 tracks simultaneously recording,
up to 24-bit @ 48 kH z, uncompressed WAV format
USB or FireWire sele ctable,16x4 I/O channels,
Input Ch. 1-12, Aux Send 1-2 (Ch. 13-14),
Routable to Input channels 9-12 or
Control Room/Phones matrix
To control USB recorder (s tandalone mode) or as remote
control for yo ur DAW on Win/Mac (USB/FW i nterface mode)
4 LEDs
Each 4 LEDs
2x12 LEDs
60 mm
100 m m
up to 24-bit/96 kHz
Main Mix (Ch. 15-16)
2x4 LEDs
Each 4 LEDs
2x12 LEDs
100 m m 100 m m
Up to 16 tracks simultaneously recording,
up to 24-bit @ 48 kH z, uncompressed WAV format
USB or FireWire sele ctable, 16x4 I/O channels,
up to 24-bit/96 kHz
Input Ch. 1-16, Aux Send 1-2 (alternat ive to Ch. 13-14),
Main Mix (alternati ve to Ch. 15-16)
Routable to Input channels 13-16 or
Control Room/Phones matrix
To control USB recorder (s tandalone mode) or as remote
control for yo ur DAW on Win/Mac (USB/FW i nterface mode)
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