Eddie Franklin;94217 wrote:

Why is that? According to the system data specifications, the umc404hd has a dynamic range of 100dB, A-weighted, while the umc204hd has 110dB. That is a pretty big difference. Why is that so? What have you done to the umc404hd to make it's quality so much worse? Not that it's bad, 100dB of dynamic range is ok, but 110dB is better.



Thank you.

Based on Michaels answer, it would appear that the only difference would be for Analog In to Analog Out (via Direct Monitoring). Recording not effected. 100dB dynamic range surpasses the Redbook CD theoretical limit of 96dB dynamic range. If in fact the difference between the 202, 204 and 404 is only 6-10dB monitoring only, then this is inconsequential. The type of minute difference revealed by fancy testing equipment but not by one's ears. One should buy based on their needs (how many inputs/outputs) and budget.

Bart Mitchell;3931 wrote:

I have a question regarding getting the vocals to sound right coming through the P16 monitors. We just bought the X32, S16 and the P16 monitors. Installation (for someone that doesn't know sound) went very well, and all is working great! We are using SE425 Shure in-ear monitors, and none of the band has ever used them before. So we are VERY inexperienced! My question is how do we get the vocals to sound like it did before when we were using wedges. We have a good size sanctuary, so we get natural reverb in our vocals. If I just put one in-ear in, and leave the other out, the mix is great in my one ear from the monitor, and I can hear the rest of the band, the audience and my vocals as it normally sounded through the ear without the IEM, which is what I am looking for. But I've heard that if you do this, you can damage the ear with the IEM because of turning up the sound (which of course I did so I could hear the mix). I know that using the X32, you have different reverbs available, but I have no idea which one is best. I am currently trying to use the Hall Reverb, but it sounds terrible because I don't know how to set it to be like the natural reverb in the room. So here's the question:

- Which reverb effect on the X32 is best for vocals and what should the settings be based on the size room we have so it sounds like it used to? Is there anyway to find out what each adjustment does on the different reverb effects so we can properly set it?



Thanks everyone!

Bart

John DiNicola;3933 wrote:

Hello Bart,

The problem you are having is common when using IEMs, since they tend to block the user from hearing most ambient sounds. This problem can be solved one of two ways.



You could use a reverb as you suggest. If set properly, you can create a pleasing vocal sound in the IEMs using the many reverb choices on the X32. If doing so, I would assign the Direct Out of the FX return to a separate P16 channel from the dry vocals to allow the performer to create the blend they want.



The problem with this approach is that it only solves part of the problem. While the reverb creates the impression of being in a larger space, it doesn't help with making a performer hear and "feel" the actual space they are in. For this reason, the ideal solution is to setup ambient microphones on your stage.



This can be a single mic but is often a stereo pair of microphones placed on each side of the stage. Directional small-diaphragm condensers, like the BEHRINGER C-2s, C-4s, or B-5s, are often used for this purpose. For more placement tips and mic suggestions, google search "ambient mics for IEM" to find some great articles / forum threads. Because of feedback, be very careful NOT to feed these microphones to the Main LR mix, floor wedges, or any live speaker in the room. Where you would send them is directly to P16 channels, where they can be blended into the mix individually by each performer. These ambient signals are also useful for sending to recording mixes, video feeds, or as part of a multitrack recording.



Hope it helps!



Best,

John DiNicola

Senior Specialist, Product Support

MUSIC Group

BEHRINGER

haven't yet made the transition to properly setting up the monitors.

Patrick-Gilles Maillot;31894 wrote:

...136db :CALCULATED - Let's wait for actual measurements.

Patrick-Gilles Maillot;31911 wrote:

Agree with you Ryan, but what surprises me is the Siena is the only ones from Turbosound with such a high db. All other speakers, including the ones with the same class D amp and 15" driver are rated at around 128db, which is already *very* loud.



The Madrid series, using the same Carbon fiber loaded 15" driver is rated at 800W continuous (3200 peak) which is in line with the announced 2500W class D amp for the Siena, and is rated 126 dB continuous, 132 dB peak. The driver itself seems to be at 97db/1w/1m.



Don't get me wrong, The Siena sure looks like great speakers. I hope I can get my hands on them at some point.



-Patrick

Brian Monroe;12338 wrote:

Alright peppy. Calm down... the employees that are assigned to answer questions on the forums have other full time responsibilities, and you didn't even give them an full day to answer. I've waited up to two weeks (longer than a month if you count the linux app) to get a response back. There's a good chance that the ones on the forum aren't involved in that project, and will have to track down those that are to get answers for you.



Patience is the key to success.



Give it a few days, then, if we still haven't heard anything, I'll complain about timeliness with you! =)

Pete Hanratty;6636 wrote:





ps. I got to meet Evan Hooton at Sweetwaters GearFest last Friday!!!

Pete Hanratty;6636 wrote:

Hi,



We are about to purchase our X32 for church and I was wondering how you are all using the assignable control section, if at all.



I would guess at the least turn efx on/off for speaking between songs.