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View Poll Results: Do you use a compresser?
Yes I use a compresser 13 52.00%
No I do not use a compresser 10 40.00%
What is a compresser 2 8.00%
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Old March 10th, 2015, 04:28 AM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

The built in's are the most basic of compression, the Yamaha mixers are a little better than the Behringers in that respect, but neither are great. They are however better than none at all.
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Old March 12th, 2015, 08:19 PM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

I agree with Lonman. It is basic compression. However, DBX invented the technology. It is far superior to any other. They also invented the over-easy knee. It is much better for vocals. Behringer mixers are not very high quality. Their speakers and amps are above average. Look at a Allen&Heath ZED series mixer. Worth every penny. If you are a professional, you should invest in yourself to get quality equipment. It will last years and years. An extra hundred or two now will make your life easier down the road.
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Old March 12th, 2015, 08:32 PM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

OK, so if you had say $300 to $500 to spend on a mixing board... which one would you get?

I have a KJ friend of mine that is using a very old, outdated board so I may give him the Behringer when it gets here since he said he really likes them. He's done things to help me in the past and he's a friend, so I'd have no problem giving this to him.

So, let me know what the best mixing board would be in the $300 to $500 range.
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Old March 13th, 2015, 12:38 AM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

What about this 12 channel, Soundcraft EPM12?

http://www.amazon.com/Soundcraft-EPM...oundcraft+EPM6
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Old March 13th, 2015, 08:05 AM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

If your after one with built in compression then I don't think that model has it.

See how you get on with your Behringer first
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Old March 13th, 2015, 10:35 AM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

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See how you get on with your Behringer first
Yeah, that's probably the best advice... since all I really know how to do is sing, I'll need to educate myself on all this sound stuff.
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Old March 30th, 2015, 06:52 PM
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Re: how many of you use compressers ?

OK, so I ended up going with the Behringer Xenyx 1202FX for my mixing board since this is all new to me and I'm learning sound management. I can always go bigger later once I know more about this.

So, now I need some amplification... does the DriveRack PA+ come with amps?

If not, any suggestions for amps... I like it loud and I can always turn it down.

I got Behringer B212XL speakers which I think are rated at 850 watts, so let me know what you guys think would be a good amp to drive these.
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