Behringer XENYX 1202FX Mixer Review
Microphone (Mono) Inputs Channel
There are four microphone channels that offer either a balanced XLR or a balanced/unbalanced 1/4" TRS input (both may not be used at the same time). The XLR input will provide 48V power for condenser microphones. These channels offers Gain, High, Mid, and Low EQ, Pan, FX, and Volume Level adjustment knobs.
Stereo Line Inputs
Each of the four stereo channels has two balanced line level inputs on 1/4" jacks for left and right channels. If only the jack marked L (left) is used, the channel operates in mono. The stereo channels are designed to handle typical line level signals. Both inputs will also accept unbalanced jacks. There are Balance, FX, and Volume Level controls for each channel.
2 Track Input and Output
The RCA inputs are used for connecting an external audio source such as a CD player, karaoke machine, or laptop. The RCA outputs are wired in parallel with the Main Out are commonly used to connect to a recorder.
2-TR TO MIX Button
When the 2-TR TO MIX button is depressed, the 2-track input is assigned to the main mix providing an additional input for other signal sources that do not require any processing. 2-TR TO CTRL ROOM Button
This provides an easy way to monitor signals coming back from the 2 Track Output to ensure that they are recording correctly.
Main Outs
The main outs are 1/4" Left and Right unbalanced outputs controlled by a MAIN MIX volume slider (fader).
Phones Jack
The 1/4" Phones jack is for your stereo earphones.
CTRL Room Outs
The CTRL Room Outs are 1/4" Left and Right unbalanced main mix outputs controlled by a PHONES-CONTROL ROOM volume knob.
Digital Effects Processor
This effects processor offers a large number of standard effects such as Hall. Chorus. Flanger, Delay and various combination effects. The integrated effects module has the advantage of requiring no wiring. This way. the danger of creating ground loops or uneven signal levels is eliminated at the outset, completely simplifying the handling.
Pros:
Phantom power for condenser mics. Four XLR mic inputs. Quiet output signal. Built-in effects processor. Well constructed. Very reasonably priced. Cons:
No on/off power switch. No balanced XLR main outs. Summary:
The Behringer XENYX 1202FX is a good quality, well constructed, audio mixer that would make a fine addition to a home karaoke system. Professionals may want to look for something a little higher quality. The four mono microphone channels should be sufficient for most karaoke systems. The built-in effects processor is well worth the $20 more this mixer costs over the XENYX 1202.
Behringer XENYX 1202FX User Manual
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