Is the Behringer Flow 8 the Most Versatile Compact Mixer on the Market?
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- čas přidán 17. 07. 2023
- You see ... I use the Behringer Flow 8 about as often as I eat jam donuts ... which is less than you might think ... especially given I really like them both. A lot. Let me explain.
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Very informative. Answered close to every question I had about this little thing. Great video
Awesome review. You are very talented.
Awesome review, thanks! Had some doubts first but after seeing this I’m gonna get some donuts.
If you hold the Menu button down for several seconds, it will power down the mixer, kind of. That’s the make shift power button. Didn’t know if you knew that. ☺️😉
I did not know! And I’ve just followed your instructions … yeah … that might do. Much appreciated :)
I ordered mine from Amazon January 2021 at a very good discount even though I waited about 5 months for it! So, like you, I think it is great value and really handy. I utilize a battery bank to run it as there is no power outlet near where I use it most. I've never had the noise when I've turned it on. I think it's a great piece of kit. A fair review!
I own it and use it in live gigging and for me it is the best digital mixer in its price.
I have this mixer. I like the eq for the mains and each channel and being in front to hear the sound and make adjustments. Awesome mixer.
I abuse and use this little mixer at least 3 days a week for solo shows and have started using it for 3 and 4 piece groups. Had it for just over 2 years still going strong with no issues. Love it!
Thank you for this.
Good review, thanks 🤙🏽 At this price point, it’s hard to get too upset over the cons. I need something for small sessions and this might be it?
Really helpfull video 😮. Thanks! I wanna buy One for My work. That is performing in weddings, reunions, etc. Do you think the flow 8 is the right mixer for that?
Enabling Bluetooth will allow the app to be location aware (based on other Bluetooth devices it sees). Therefore, Location Awareness needs to be enabled for all apps that use Bluetooth.
It's irritating an non-intuitive, but I think it was named this way in Android because, if it was just called "Bluetooth awareness", many people would not understand the side effect that this provides (some) location awareness to the app.
I have one and love it. Also works well for a some multitrack recording. Its a little limiting because only 2 inputs have phantom power but ive recorded an acoustic drum kit with it using 4 mics
May I ask a question? (hopefully yes)
I have to do multitrack recording, and for that I use reaper and I'm confident that it works as expected.
(In1 to in8 as input channels on daw) but also..
I need to do some recordigs live on the go using a software like "voice note" so that when I hit stop I get an mp3 file named by datehour.
My question is: can I use Main out 1 & 2 as input for windows? Is this kind of usage what is intended by streaming mode? Is difficoult to switch from one to another mode?
Awesome. Thanks. Can you tell me, how is the Latency (RTL) if it's used as an audio interface to a DAW PC,.. say, at 64 buffer sample? Thanks
Thanks for sharing this! I’m curious about which situations you use this? Have you tested distance?
Is the usb sending and receiving ? Can I use it to record from mics to Logic Pro?
Thanks for this overview helped me get over my impulsive feelinge to buy this… the power supply on micro usb major red flag for me especially woth my other small behringer mixer which powersupply problems already thank u
The upside of the micro-usb power connection is that it can be powered by a sufficiently beefy micro-usb equipped battery.
Very good and honest review. I feel very tempted to buy it. How do you see if phantom power is on? Usually mixers have an LED that shines yellow.
Yup. You can see them at the 42 second mark ... Below the Delay display ... Below the solo ... Above the clip.
hi
well I don't understand is this just a sound card and you need to put a headphone studio to hear the sound ? or when you plug the mic to the mixer all the sound comes from the mixer like we were on live and it's audible for everyone ?
Can you explain how the vocal compressor works on this mixer? I believe it's digital like the Yamaha AG06MK, but haven't seen anyone explain it.
That was a fantastic review, not holding back from detailed cons and pros. You are rare! That USB-B power-source thing has probably put me off buying it tbh... what a shame because almost everything else about it sounds great. And the labels wearing off so quickly (!). How depressing - surely that can't be hard for a manufacturer to get right. Thank you.
Thanks for your kind words. Hey the USB B thing is just for data ... It's the micro USB used for power that those on FB forums are saying can give problems (gee I hope I said that in the vid!) some people have been missing their units and replace it with a barrel connector - something I am very tempted to do.
Thanks for the video. Can you explain the difference between the 'Library Snapshots" vs "Mixer Snapshots"? Thanks
Mine isn’t set up just now but I want to say the ‘library’ snapshots are stored in the app and more or less unlimited in number while the ‘mixer snapshots’ are stored in the mixer, limited to 12-15-ish but recallable from the menu without the app.
what alternatives are there at the price point?
6 faders though, good video
Oh did I misspeak? Thanks for the correction :)
great video! I am looking at this mixer but I can't find any info if it can multitrack using an iphone... can you confirm if it can record multitrack using iphone and garageband app?
I'm about to do a video on this ... Keep an eye out!
I own one of these and I think it’s main selling point was that it had two monitors outputs which I struggled to find on any other mixers of that size. The digital aspect is brilliant especially as you mix your audio from FOH. My main two uses are smaller acoustic sets and as a back up mixer for my X Air as it’s compact so easily to bring along. I have run my whole band throughout when it was needed and it handled it no problems. I bought it on its initial release so got it at the earlier price. I always use the app to set up up although generally it does recall the previous mix and then just use the faders for small adjustments throughout the gig if needed. As an X Air user having the faders on hand if you needs them if very reassuring.
How is FX of Flow 8 compared to XR12. I am using XR12 for home karaoke. I wonder if Flow8 FX can have better FX for home karaoke.
- FX1 has a variety of reverb effects.
- FX2 has a variety of echo and other time based effects.
- TAP button lets you set the tempo of FX2 effects by tapping three or four times.
- When you select FX2 or FX2, the sliders and the main volume knob change meaning to control the effect on each channel, and the total amount of effects.
- You can also control FX with the cellphone app.
- I think the flow 8 would be great for home karaoke because it's easy to use.
- Aside from the graphic equalizers on each channel and on the main output, another bonus is you can set an output delay to eliminate most feedback. I keep mine at 25ms.
@@microdesigns2000Are both FX1 and FX2 built in the units?
@@seemovielove3597 Yes FX1 and FX2 are on a Flow 8. You press the FX1 button and adjust the slider to get the amount of reverb you want. Then you press FX2 and use the same slider to adjust the amount of echo you want. Then you press MAIN and use the same slider to adjust the microphone level like normal.
Easy peasey.
Can you imagine a unit where the fader part detaches and becomes hardware Bluetooth controlled.
when you hold down MENU buton, It will sleep the device.
If you hold the menu button it will turn off the power
You have to hold "menu" for 3 seconds to turn the unit off
power switch is in the menu button long press will turn off or on
More like a ‘standby’ mode, but it’s better than nothing..
Yeah someone else pointed this out to me also ... but thanks anyway because it is useful information
so the EQ is only accessable through phone, if u have set it, and close the app. will it save the presets you've set it to or ?
I mean you should have a hands on to check for yourself ... Don't take my word for it :) The app is only an interface to the main unit so all changes are received on the main unit, not left on the phone
@@psmusic_handle ah thanks alot for the response man! already bought the tascam model 12 after alot of research. appreciate the help tho! love your video's
Yes, but i need more channel tbh. Behringer make the darn flow 16 already
Agreed. Though I’d settle for a 12. Even a 10. And 4 sends would be very nice!
One correction- around 1:40 you state that there are eight sliders. Count again.
Whoops!
10:02 - hold down the 'MENU' button
10:00 "...there's no "off" switch... how much does that save...": Actually, there is. Hold MENU down for about three seconds and it powers off. MENU button dims. Tap it and it powers back on. I found that by seeing a comment complaining about that suggesting it was a bug. Go figure. BTW: Behringer has the worst documentation I think I have ever experienced. It may be just because of the COIK. What is COIK you ask? Clear Only If Known. But that doesn't cover "never mentioned". And it would be helpful to know what they were thinking when they implement things... like SOLO and MUTE.
Yeah a few people have pointed this out ... And I am glad because I really didn't know. But it's not quite an off switch ... It's a standby mode ... Not quite the same thing. Still I appreciate you taking the time ... I'm just being pedantic :)
@@psmusic_handle Always room to still be right.
We have problems with out flow 8. First it switched of all audio for a few seconds if my headphone was to loud.
Now it switches of the audio even without having headphones plugged in.
Shuts of all signals for a few seconds. Can't use it that way. Then it opens the audio again. Anyone any ideas?
I'm not sure if this will be useful, but join the Facebook group and ask there. Or search that group for an answer - I find FB groups for products super useful.
always use the original power supply that come with it, lesser power supply can lead to this
@@philiptong4978 thank you, hope it works. Performing on the streets I will try different power banks to see if it makes a difference with the mixer.
Maybe the limiter on main is triggered?
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