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I think I need to look at mixer options.
My Behringer Xenyx 1202FX has a couple of limitations that I'm aware of...
1. ¼" output jacks only, no XLR
So, a question - given my current active speakers are fairly low budget QTXsound 12" ones, should I consider getting something like a pair of RCF 310a instead and use mine as monitors? Or, what about a set of passive speakers and a cheap power amp?
8 aux outs, very clean multitrack recording to USB stick, Web browser based control, rather than apps like Behringer and others.. so no risk of key bits going redundant or incompatible. HDMI and mouse, for direct control with a mini screen too if iPad fails.
We use mix of floor monitors and 3x IEM and other combinations with different lineups.
upgrade your mains and then repurpose your old ones as floor monitors while you try/decide on IEMs.
The cheapest Behringer IEM unit accepts 1/4” and XLR input and has a mono/stereo switch. I use Shure SEs, but much prefer real amp and floor monitors anytime I can.
https://www.gear4music.com/Recording-and-Computers/Behringer-Powerplay-PM1-In-Ear-Monitor-Belt-Pack/1WMM?origin=product-ads&gclid=CjwKCAjwxr2iBhBJEiwAdXECwxUBPTaOI0NdV0S-txuuh9T0iPJWegtbf378B_ZvWWgCb5goY6tNgRoC85IQAvD_BwE
We run IEM cables with mic cables to the mic stands.. so easy to plug in earphones if singing or doing BVs. Wireless can be a lot of extra hassle but useful if you run about on very big stages,
We have major problems when the signals are lost with wireless.. happens about one in three gigs when the cheaper 2,4ghz stuff gets into conflict. Need to pay a lot for decent wireless and have the use case IMO.
A pair of floor monitors is enough, and we might get them for £300 if we hunt around. IEMs will add the faff for those who change guitars and might cost a similar amount but add cables and other stuff to the setup.
I'm looking at a couple of Alto TX308s on ebay. Even new they are reasonably good value, it seems.
I want to spend less than <£1000:
I realise this is a tall order, especially if I do go with an XR18 which swallows 60% of the budget.
Or, I'm watching a Behringer X2222USB on ebay which is cheap enough to leave funds for other components of our system.
How important is it to get a good brand? To me they are just big boxes with a hefty speaker inside. I guess a good speaker and solid box is not always a cheap thing.
Wharfedale Titan 15a MK2? £350
How about tops/mains? What is good?
I've got my eye on a pair of Alto TX310 but are they going to have enough power/volume as mains?