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*Great Video!* Just what I was looking for. Thank you.

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, Alex! Thanks.

Very clear and easy too understand.

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear that, Mike Hopkins! Thanks for watching!

Keep on rocking Kyle!

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Juan Carlos Sotelo!

Great info!! Thanks

Hey thanks for the video, I do have a question about connecting these speakers to my device. I want to connect 1/4 inch cables into each monitor via a single cable that has a usb a input into my laptop. Will this work? I don't have an interface and I don't really want to get one if I don't need to

just want to say Thank you you made it very easy to set up my JBL speakers

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help, Roberto!

Just the video I needed. Thank you so much I appreciate the huge help !

Great video!!

ma man! Thank you for you hard work!

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, Pakfu Mejia! I’m glad people appreciate these videos!

Good job !

Thanks for information great video thanks John 😎👌

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, John! Thanks for watching!

Thanks so much

Again, amazing videos! Please keep them coming!

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carl! Will do! I'm glad you're enjoying them!

These are bangin videos bro

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you like them!

One question about the monitors, can I use a smart power switch (SPS) to turn/off monitors (leaving monitor switch always in on, and the SPS to allow/block power)? Will this damage monitors? Thanks!

Hi. Do you know any plug and play interfase? One compatible with a cellphone or tablet without using sofware? Thanks..

If I have a scarlett 2i2, should I use the +4 or -10db?

Can you use the 2i2 with 2 monitors and two mics at the same? Yes, I’m a newbie.

I just got the JBL speakers, and I already had the scarlet. I'm thinking of getting the JBL sub, but how does that connect to everything else? My Scarlett only has the two inputs for (R/L) so will I need a new interface? How does my sub connect? Thanks!

Great content! Subbed!

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mario!

Hello! What if the studio monitors like Eve Audio SC205 doesn't have TRS output. Is it ok to plug them to audio interface through XLR to TRS adapter?

Thanks for this informative tutorial. I am facing the problem of static shock when connecting my JBL PROFESSIONAL 2P monitors with Scarlett 2i2 interface with RCA cable. Will this problem be solved if I use 1/4th inch TRS audio cables?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, that probably won’t fix your problem.

I have your setup, 305p mkiis with a scarlett 2i2. However, I want to connect a turntable to the speakers as well. I wanna switch between computer and turntable usage. How would I do that?

Do you need 2 TRS cable for Focusrite?

Hi, very budget producer here looking to upgrade to JBL 305P's I need to know if they would work with a Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 They are both on great separate sales right now but I am kinda lost on how and if they would pair well, as overall it would be cheaper for me than going with a 2i2. Any help Is appreciated!

Can I use Audient Evo 4 with my JBL studio one monitors?

I have a question I have a dj pioneer sb3 Controller can I use jbl 308 mpk and amplifier and what kind of cables I need to connect to my dj controller

Thanks for these tips. I'm about to purchase JBLs and I had some questions. 1. I was curious on what interface I should get from Focusrite if I maybe wanted to add a bass later on? Can the 2i2 support that or should I look into the 4i4? 2. Would you recommend jack to jack or XLR to jack to the interface or doesn't matter for sound quality? 3. How would I connect this to the aux in the back of my iMac from the interface? Thanks!

@TheApolloZ

Жыл бұрын

1. You can use XLR cables to connect the JBL LS310S subwoofer to the JBL monitors (305/306/308), and then connect with the audio interface using TRS cables. 2. Jack to jack is recommended but XLR to TRS will be balanced. 3. To connect to the aux you will need a TRS/TS to auxiliary cable.

Hello, I connected a JBL monitor into my Scarlett 8i6, but there is no sound coming out. Volumes on both have been raised , but still no sound. Thanks

3:14 what about the other entrance on the left side what is that?

Great video. Short and precise. Thanks! I have Presonus Eris 3.5” monitors. They come both with TRS and RCA inputs. Is there any difference in sound quality between these two? Thank you very much. Subscribed!

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

One is balanced (TRS) one is unbalanced (RCA). Using the TRS input will cancel any noise picked up along the cable path. Beyond 20’ or so, I’d recommend using TRS, but below 15’ it probably doesn’t matter. Check out this video for more info: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pJuavMRqoKivorg.html

@MiguelLSilva-ef5is

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity Excellent, thanks. I was in doubt about audio quality beyond the balance/ unbalanced noice picking issue. My distance between interface and monitor is about 1 foot so I’ll stick to RCA which I already have. You’re very kind for answering. Greetings from Argentina.

I’m looking to do a similar set up to this in the future but I have a dumb question first. If I was to connect studio monitors to an interface and connect that to my PC, do the PC speakers work at the same time as the monitors? For instance if I wanted to play music through the speakers via Spotify or something but play along using an amp sim through my monitors at the same time, will that work? Or can I only have the speakers OR monitors outputting sound at any one time. Thanks

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

It is probably best to use one or the other. Although it is possible to use different devices for system output and DAW output.

How are the 8 inch monitors working for you? Been looking at their 305p & 308p versions but still unsure about which size to pick. I know 8s will give better bass response but they might be overkill for a solo musician.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

I like mine, but the 5-inch monitors also sound great. If you’re working in a small room, the extended bass response becomes less advantageous. If the 5s fit in your budget and the 8s don’t, go with the 5s! You’ll love them!

@deadeyehidbatSUCKS

2 жыл бұрын

I have the 308P 8” theyre beast

I use Studio One Pro Adam monitors but on another laptop for general use - I found in my storage 2JBL 4406 Studio monitors. The connectors on the back are red and black, not the old clips - rather two round looking connectors, not sure of size. If these were connected with the right connector with both to the laptop headphone jack, is it possible for me to get a stereo sound and do I need to power these monitors. Opinion appreciated. I do have an old interface no longer used I could use. Your thoughts appreciated.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

It sounds like you’ve got passive speakers, which require an amplifier between the laptop and speaker. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nqiBsq1xl7GZiJM.html

Hey I got a bit confused. I do have the Scarlet interface 2i2 and the two speakers above what is the two cords that I need to connect it for my speaker to my interface. So do I I just need to buy the 2 tsr cable

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

That’s right! You’ll need two 1/4-inch TRS cables.

Hi 👋 I bought a pair of makie cr4-xbt and and a scarlett 2i2 3rd gen. But the cables which comes with makie doesn't connect interface If you have any suggestions please let me know

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

You will use two 1/4 TRS cables from the interface to the first speaker. Then you connect the two speakers together with speaker cable.

i have this exact set up my only problem is that I get a lot of buzz when recording bass any tips thank you!!

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Are you plugging your bass guitar directly into the interface?

I'm starting to teach myself more about music recording/setup. Could someone please explain to me what feedback is?

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Good question! Check out this post on my website: audiouniversityonline.com/5-steps-to-eliminate-microphone-feedback/

Kyle, I have a situation that I could use some advice on and everyone I contact cannot give me good answers Are you up for the challenge? Two pairs of studio monitors obviously a powered and an active with each pair with a car audio system and their own amplifiers each four-channel 100 watt per channel ideally for 4 ohm or two ohm but 4 ohm only gets me the 50 watts to power and combine it with a pair of 6x9s a pair of 4-in coaxial speakers as well in order to attach to a TV to audio interfaces the 1824C and a 24C and hopefully ultimately controlled by my head unit in my van the boss 550B. The amps that I have are the r1004 from boss and then one final little monkey wrench to throw in there is I have a sound ordinance subwoofer amplifier combo and I'm trying to get it all integrated using AC and DC power with a power inverter and not blow all of My equipment up whenever I decide I want to play some music or do what I'm intending to do with this busting van which is attached from my condenser microphone somewhere in there to be able to practice and perform. And let's just say I've tried every adapter It's just that there's a thousand configurations that Presonus, Mackie and Boss cannot for the life of them to help me nor can crutchfield or Sweetwater and I'm on a budget. You're up for the challenge and help me solve this I will literally pay you for it but I kind of find the stuff fun to try to figure out and I thought you might too. I am disabled so I'm practically broke but I would pay you if you can help me through this out unless you just want to do it for fun which I would really appreciate. That's all not a joke either That's actually what I'm trying to do is create a busting van so that way I can go in at the very least earn a few quarters here and there to supplement my disability income which is absolutely garbage as I been disabled since 23 years old. Hope to hear from you and thanks for all the videos you've made that have help me learn quite a bit.

ok so I switched the input sensi on my jbls to +4u and it actually lowered the overall volume by a lot so I turnt it back to -10dbv.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

The maximum output of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (at 0 dBFS) is 15.5 dBu. Check out the Focusrite Scarlett Specs here: focusrite.com/en/usb-audio-interface/scarlett/scarlett-2i2 I have mine set to +4 dBu. You've also got the volume knobs on the JBL monitors to counteract that decrease in level. I set my interface monitor knob to about half or 3/4 and then calibrate the speaker's level knob to a comfortable sound pressure level.

indeed

Hey Kyle...man you are really a professional instructor with no non-sense stuff, even a layman person can understand easily. Buddy just wanted to know is it possible to connect a subwoofer along with this set up and interface as I also own these JBL monitors, just worried will I ever able to play a sub along with these? And 1 more suggestion required - I am going to buy scarlett4i4 model though I don't have any much requirement other than listening to high quality sound from pc - would you refer me this series or scarlett 2i2 version/audientiD4(MKII) ? Please suggest, Many thanks for guidance!

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Many subs have pass thru connections for sending signal to the subwoofer and monitors with the same stereo output. If your sub has a pass thru, this interface will work for you. However, if you need the ability to send a dedicated signal to the subwoofer, you’ll need an interface with additional outputs.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

What is the real difference between a pair of studio monitors and a nice pair of bookshelf speakers in terms of sound signature? I mean, shouldn't an audiophile want both to be as accurate as possible? Is the only difference with regard to near field listening, how much of a sweet spot there is, self-powered, connection type, etc.?

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Good question! I think you've summed up the most important differences here!

@kensmechanicalaffair

2 жыл бұрын

Studio monitors should be flat so you don't make bad mixing decisions.

Does controlling the main volume from an audio interface over a balanced connection to monitors degrade audio quality? Please help.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe it makes a big difference as long as reasonable gain structure is used. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hnd2qtusgrmaptY.html

i own the scarlett solo (the smaller one) and that one has rca instead of quarter inch try, how do i connect them then?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

You can use a RCA to TS adapter for each speaker.

I have the opportunity to buy one (second hand) pair of JBL 308p MK2’s for a steal but, they have been used horizontally for over a year. Do you still recommend me getting them for $300? Or is it a risk because of possible damage?

@cfh13

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you took that deal. Im looking at the same ones and will have to go smaller.

Is this JBL studio monitor series as forgiving in case of positioning as I can read quite often because of their very effective and wider sweet spot so that a very accurate and constant triangle isn`t as important as with other monitors? I`m interested in this JBL monitor series (JBL 305P MkII ?) for my desktop PC only for gaming and enjoyable music listening, no music production.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

I think you'll be happy with the JBL 305P for gaming, enjoying, or even producing music! One note - If you want to feel the low rumble of explosions in games or bass in music, you might want to consider the JBL subwoofer: amzn.to/37GThYK

@MrJueKa

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity thanks for your answer and yes, to add a subwoofer could be a good idea, I`ll give it a try

I use xlr go to monitor & ts go to sound card,& im not satisfied for the clarity of sound ,is this cuz im using ts instead of use trs ? thnks.

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

TRS won’t improve the clarity of the sound. TRS just helps with noise. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pJuavMRqoKivorg.html

Great video thanks!! But you know what no one has made a video on what are the monitors supposed to sound like in the equilateral triangle. Does that make sense. What do our ears supposed to be looking for in the sound

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

When the equilateral triangle is properly aligned, sounds panned to the center should sound like they originate from between the speakers.

@Beatsnmotivation

Жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity 😮 wow that make lots of sense!! Your amazing thank you! I will listen for that. I’m glad I found your channel 🙏🏽! Have a great weekend

What do you think about active vs passive monitors? I want to get the JBLs too but I'm afraid of the hiss and I'm being offered a Bose 1800 amp at a great price...so that could be my path to passive. I need some help : (

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have a strong opinion on one over the other. I like that active speakers make the process simpler in that you don’t need to experiment with different amplifiers. If you want that flexibility, you would probably enjoy having passive speakers instead.

@Angelo-vb6dg

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity I mean, I'll get more flexibility, but at the same time I don't want to get into a rabbit hole. I'm just thinking of going for the passive route because I want to experiment making my own speakers. I love your channel by the way, I'm grateful for the existance of this channel and also PS Audio

@MrJueKa

2 жыл бұрын

@@Angelo-vb6dg If I got it right It should be noted that the magnetic field surrounding any dynamic speaker system will interfere with the television or monitor image. In these cases, magnetic shielding is essential and this aspect might be more important than active vs. passive monitors. But especially with active speaker systems, this magnetic shielding should be better than with passive systems, simply because active systems are preferably used together with any monitors, but I`m not an expert so I could be totally wrong.

Hey man, Do I need to plug in and plug out my TRX cables of my monitors everyday after my daily work??? 😐😐

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

No. The TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) cables can stay in place. I would recommend an audio interface or mixer though. That way you can mute the signal going to the speakers when you’re not using them.

I always found confusing the input gain knob: depending on the monitors, they goes from +6 to -6 dB, from 0 to -15 dB (Neumann)… To my actual setup the minimum is enough to any track I listen for, but the sound is not very good. Conversely if I go up to the maximum gain output the sensibility is too high for fine volume regulation, and again the sound is not good but in a different way. Finally the sound is fine on the middle of the gain, which in the case of my Genelec 8030c is 0 dB I asked about the influence of gain and frequency response on Audisciencereview, but despite the fact that is so evident that gain affects sound color whereas volume don’t, no one gave a comprehensible response for which is the best gain adjustment, so I did it by ear 👂 If anyone has some information please share, I’m happy with my 0 dB adjustment (Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and Genelec 8030cpm) but still have this problem on my brain 🤓

I need to know for sure, do both monitors each have a TRS cable jack or does a single one only have a jack while the other is blank like other monitors?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on which speakers you’re using, but the monitors in this video each have a TRS jack.

@doughnuthead8757

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity Thanks, I needed to know that.

will it be safe to use monitors with TRS-TRS connection when the phantom power of the audio card is on? Will nothing burn?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Phantom power only applies to the inputs, not the outputs. So the studio monitors will not be affected.

@yourgrace333

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity thanks!

are pure patch cables reccomened ?

@AudioUniversity

3 ай бұрын

I’d recommend either XLR or TRS cables. Any brand will work.

Ive got one JbL 308mkii and im only getting mayb half volume with everything all the way up. Ive bought and swapped so many cables. Still nothing helps. Anyone help with this as to what th im doin wrong

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

What is the output level from the computer? You may need to increase the gain in your DAW.

Do you need a audio interface with two channels to connect two speakers and a subwoofer?

@AudioUniversity

Жыл бұрын

If you want a discrete channel for the subwoofer, you will need an interface with at least 3 outputs. If your subwoofer has a pass-thru, you only need 2 outputs.

@TheLateral18

Жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity thanks, I've been looking into upgrading the klipsch pro media experience. Looks like 2 studio monitors, a subwoofer plus a audio interface. Then that goes to the pc.. Right Then Welcome better audio

Can I use just one studio monitor or do I need both ?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

You can use one studio monitor, just be sure not to do any panning.

hi , i wish to know about you... what kind of computer that you use for it . macbook ? how is the ram 8/16/32/64 and storage 256G /512/1T 2T ?

@angks18

2 жыл бұрын

i want to same with you..i m starting learning music production

@angks18

2 жыл бұрын

thanksssss

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Mac or PC can be used for music production. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKB316ptf73Toqw.html

is the focusrite acting as a interface and as a amp,(do i even need a amp) im a running 308’s and i just want to hook up to tv at maximum volume

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

The JBL 308s are active speakers with built-in amplifier. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nqiBsq1xl7GZiJM.html

@YesbuttNo

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity BEAST, ill review the video right away

@YesbuttNo

2 жыл бұрын

hate to be a bother, but so what i gather im going to buy a focusrite with some cables and hook the bad boy up

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

The Focusrite will allow you to output audio from a computer. If you want to output audio from your TV, I’d recommend using a DI box and maybe even a mixer. The TV will have an unbalanced output which will be susceptible to picking up noise if the cable is longer than 20’ or so. A DI box converts the unbalanced signal into a balanced signal. Learn more about that here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pJuavMRqoKivorg.html Here’s a DI box that might work well for the TV: amzn.to/3Gv3hR0 The mixer would give you control over the level so that your speakers can be muted when connecting and disconnecting the TV, but a mixer is not required.

Thanks bro I do KZread and music 🎶

Ok so what is input sensitivity

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on what it’s describing. For a microphone, it means the output voltage at a given pressure level. For a powered speaker, it is often a toggle between +4dBu and -10dBV. For more info on this, check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gqNn0Nh-o5eyfLw.html

Trs necessary ? Or will mono cables work

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

1/4 inch TS cables will work. The difference is that it will be an unbalanced connection, while TRS will provide a balanced connection. It will proabably be ok over a short distance. Check out this video to learn about and hear the difference: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pJuavMRqoKivorg.html

@KeyDyer

3 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity thank you! Looking at the back of my PreSonus monitors, it looks as if they’re labeled TRS BALANCED for the 1/4 inputs, and the RCA says it can receive unbalanced inputs. Ordered some trs cables! Your videos are super helpful

@AudioUniversity

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Key Dyer! Glad to help!

I was just thinking shouldn't there be another speaker for center?

@AudioUniversity

6 ай бұрын

For film, TV and immersive mixing there is a center channel. But stereo setups like this are still commonly used as well.

@jamesbondaygee

6 ай бұрын

@@AudioUniversity I'm aware this is a common set-up. But I'm just wondering how do they project a middle center Channel with speakers sitting on the sides?

@AudioUniversity

6 ай бұрын

@jamesbondaygee If the signal level is equal in the left and right speaker, the sound will seem to originate from between the speakers. Check out this video for more info: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zmx52tilpMjYp7w.htmlsi=sNVlQERzbzWqwR80

Hi kyle when i am playing my keyboard i hear a background noise please help my studio monitor only uses RCA cables

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

How is your system connected?

@Eric-pu7lp

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity i am running my studio monitors through an audio interface, and i have a midi cable from my keyboard going to my laptop. My studio monitors can only use the RCA cables as they dont have a port for the jack cables

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Can you describe the noise you’re hearing?

@Eric-pu7lp

2 жыл бұрын

@@AudioUniversity its silent whenever im not playing the keybaord but as soon as i play there is some white noise in the background but stops whenever I stop playing

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Do you hear the same thing when you connect the keyboard directly to the monitors?

Do you experience clicking or popping when you connect your studio monitors to the audio interface?

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Make sure that your sample rate is set properly in your interface settings.

Why not also explain how to connect it to a mixer would be good information...

@AudioUniversity

2 жыл бұрын

Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/jJiglcFsismbdpc.html

Why was this so damn difficult to find??? I followed instructions that came with the speakers and DAC and neither said to do it this way? It said to only adjust the DAC volume and leave everything else at max. Have I been ruining my speakers this whole time?

Damn I wish I watched this video before buying used Jbl 2300s for my garage😅😂

that's a 2nd gen 2i2

Hey man, I am going to be buying a dj controller with a built in sound card and XLR output but that output only goes to 1 monitor, what should I be using to connect the 2 studio monitors together seen as I do not need an audio interface?