Behringer X1204USB not working with skype/dxtory/xsplit/audacity

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I recently upgraded from an audio interface to a mixing board, specifically the Behringer X1204USB. Problem is, whilst the audio interface was working fine with all the listed programs in the title, the mixing board isn't.

I have installed the USB drivers for the mixer and also installed ASIO4ALL. Windows detects the device and there is no conflicts or anything wrong listed in device settings. I can select the mixer as the mic in any of the programs I try it out in, I just can't get any signal. This includes windows.

On the mixer side, I have a mic plugged into lin 1. I have the compressor turned down to 0 and same with the EQ's. AUX is at half and fader is at 0. 2-TR/USB is down as is 2-TR/USB TO MAIN. I can hear the mic fine on the monitor and I can input and listen to sound on the mixer.

When I originally installed the audio interface, I had a similar problem with the main difference being it would work in DAW software but not skype. I played with it for like a week solid and ended up doing something with JACK audio software to get it working. Problem is, I can't remember anymore how I did what I did to get the interface working, or even if the same method will work with the mixer.

I have uninstalled the audio interface so there shouldn't be a problem with that.
 
Going from an interface (that worked !) to a bread an butter Behringer usb mixer would not be seen as an "upgrade" by most people here!

If it is assumed there was a reason for changing to the mixer I can only speculate that the (secret?) AI did not have the required connectivity? Maybe it was lacking phantom power say?

If that was the case there was no need to disturb the original setup. The mixer could just have fed audio to the AI's inputs. There might have been a level mismatch of some sort but nothing that could not be fixed I bet with 2 brace of resistors costing less than a $. Mixers are not usually advised as the first fit for an audio setup by most forum gurus but they can be very useful as an addition to a simple, working system.

As for re-installing the AI. I would bet you could find a Restore point where the mixer is gone but the AI remains? If not just follow "the book". The fact that it DID work means it is very likely to do so again.

Dave.
 
I'd take jack out of the loop. It's designed to break/highjack/reroute your audio paths.
You might need it for your specific tasks, I don't know that, but you shouldn't need it just to get a mixer/interface working with skype etc.

Also, make sure your familiar with the mixer's layout. It's entirely possible to hear audio at monitor out but not at main/tape outs just because the mixer is set up to do that!
 
ecc83 said:
Going from an interface (that worked !) to a bread an butter Behringer usb mixer would not be seen as an "upgrade" by most people here!

If it is assumed there was a reason for changing to the mixer I can only speculate that the (secret?) AI did not have the required connectivity? Maybe it was lacking phantom power say?
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I also do livestreaming, and require and on the fly solution for EQ and effects, hence the mixing board. The audio interface was a Presonus AUdiobox 22VSL.

ecc83 said:
If that was the case there was no need to disturb the original setup. The mixer could just have fed audio to the AI's inputs. There might have been a level mismatch of some sort but nothing that could not be fixed I bet with 2 brace of resistors costing less than a $. Mixers are not usually advised as the first fit for an audio setup by most forum gurus but they can be very useful as an addition to a simple, working system.

As for re-installing the AI. I would bet you could find a Restore point where the mixer is gone but the AI remains? If not just follow "the book". The fact that it DID work means it is very likely to do so again.

Dave.
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This is of course an option, but I would rather have just the mixing board if at all possible, so I can sell the audio interface.
 
Steenamaroo said:
I'd take jack out of the loop. It's designed to break/highjack/reroute your audio paths.
You might need it for your specific tasks, I don't know that, but you shouldn't need it just to get a mixer/interface working with skype etc.
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The only other thing I have plugged in beside the mic is the monitor in the monitor 1/4 jack. Are you saying that would somehow prevent the signal being sent via USB to the computer? In any case, I unplugged it and it made no difference.

Steenamaroo said:
Also, make sure your familiar with the mixer's layout. It's entirely possible to hear audio at monitor out but not at main/tape outs just because the mixer is set up to do that!
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I've watched several youtube videos to get to the stage I'm at and I'm pretty sure the sound is hitting the main mix, because I can adjust it with the main mix faders. Of course I could be wrong, which is why I'm here in the first place.
 
A few things:

First off, get rid of the JACK software which, as somebody else said, is just going to be getting in the way. The mixer is designed to work directly with any DAW.

Second, don't use ASIO4ALL. Behringer do dedicated ASIO drivers for that mixer. I know you say you loaded drivers but, just in case your drivers aren't up to date, visit BEHRINGER: U-Control-Downloads and download the appropriate driver for your operating system.

Third, do NOT push the "2 Trk/USB to main" button. That's for sending the output of your computer to the mains and likely over rides your recording to avoid howl round.

Fourth, just for clarity, set your EQs to the central point rather than "turning down"--chances are that was just an unclear phrasing but I mention it in case.

Fifth, once you have the proper drivers installed, if your DAW needs you to set it, make sure you select ASIO.

Finally, I'll jump on the bandwagon and say that, unless your interface was very poor, the mixer is no upgrade. Audio quality is so-so and the routing options will make headphone monitor mixes difficult to achieve. With things like Skype you're going to have real issues monitoring both in and out at the same time.
 
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No, when I said take Jack out of the loop I meant Jack audio software.
That software is designed to hijack/reroute audio.

By default it 'breaks' the input paths assuming you know better.
If you don't have them rigged up right, you've essentially just cut all your leads and cables.

Generally it's used for complex/awkward routing (like daw out to podcast/skype), but could certainly complicate matters in a simple straight forward setup.

My recommendation is to disable Jack software and just focus on getting sound into Auadacity, or similar, first.
If you get that far then reintegrate Jack, assuming you need it for some specific reason.

Bobbsy's post cam in while I was typing. +1 ^^
 
Fist of all, sorry to Steenamaroo, I thought you meant the monitor jack. Put it down to tiredness and frustration.

I followed the tips everyone said. I uninstalled JACK, turned off 2-TR to MAIN, uninstalled ASIO4ALL and it's working perfectly now. Fixed several smaller issues I was having with levels on the audio interface too.

Thanks everyone! You have made me one happy chappy. Now I can play with my new toy. Thanks again!
 
Great stuff and no problem. ;)
Thanks for reporting back.
If you do need Jack for complex routing later on and you're having issues, don't hesitate to post again.

I'm familiar with it.
 
Steenamaroo said:
Great stuff and no problem. ;)
Thanks for reporting back.
If you do need Jack for complex routing later on and you're having issues, don't hesitate to post again.

I'm familiar with it.
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You don't know Jack ;)
 
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