QA no.

3
Exiomo, Hannalie L.
CBEA-01-401E

Description of a process.

A mixing console, also known as a mixer, is an equipment used to mix audios into
a final output. It basically receives inputs and send them to outputs. All mixers function
the same way, they only differ in the navigation and additional features.
The first thing to do with a mixer is to review its layout and configuration. It might
be confusing because there is quite an overwhelming amount of knobs and switches in it.
Then, connect a microphone and make sure that it makes sound so that it produces the
input which will then pass through the Gain, Equalization, and Level controls before being
sent to the Main Mix and main outputs.
Now, we set up the order of the PA system or the mixer. First, main speakers are
connected so that the output is released through them. Be sure to set the channel’s gain
knob while its level fader is at 0 (unison) and then turn up each main speaker’s level knob
until the volume compliments the venue. Second, connect the stage monitors which
produce the sound that the performers need to hear. Next, output or the actual audio is
produced by connecting a microphone or an instrument. Make sure to connect each one
to a mixer channel and set its gain and mix levels. Subsequently, a device is needed to
determine which level faders must be used to adjust the level in the main and monitor
mixes. Then to add a touch of uniqueness to the output, effects or FX is added. It is used
to add reverb, delay, and other effects to the final mix. And finally, to check whether the
mixer works well, there must be a sound check. It means double-checking each
channel’s gain level, each stage monitor mix, and then the main mix. If the final audio
you’re hearing sounds good to you after few tweaks and knob turns, then your mixer is
all set.