What is the X32 Producer?
The Behringer X32 Producer is a digital audio mixer. It takes sound from microphones and other devices and sends it to speakers, headphones, or recording software. It looks a little high-tech, but don’t worry — we’re going to break it down step by step.
Inputs You’ll Be Using
Inputs 1-8 are reserved for the Drama microphones. To get to channels 9-16, select the 9-16 button on the left side of the mixer.
Channels 09 & 10 – Wireless Microphones
- These are your two handheld Shure SM58 wireless mics
- Each mic goes into its own channel:
- Mic A → Channel 09
- Mic B → Channel 10
Channels 15 & 16 – Computer Audio
- These channels receive sound from a computer, like music or a movie.
- The computer is connected with a headphone-style cable (also called 3.5mm to dual 1/4”).
- These two channels move together — they’re treated as a stereo pair (left and right).
- DO NOT try to move both at the same time. Move 15 or 16 and the other will move with it.
Controlling the Volume
Individual Channel Volume
- Use the faders (the sliding knobs) under Channels 11, 12, 15, and 16.
- Want to hear more of the mic or computer? Slide the corresponding fader up.
- Want less volume? Slide it down.
Mute Buttons
- All of the faders (the sliding knobs) have a Mute button. When the channel is muted, the button is lit red.
Main Volume (aka “Main L/R”)
- This is the master volume, all the way to the far right of the mixer.
- It controls the overall sound level going out to the speakers.
- It’s labeled clearly: “Main” or “Main LR”.
- If this fader is down, no sound will be heard — even if the mic or computer channels are up.
Quick Tips
- Always check that the Main fader is up before troubleshooting.
- If a channel is not working, check their fader and their mute buttons.
- For the computer audio, make sure both Channels 15 & 16 are up together.
The Wireless Microphones
Our auditorium has 2 wireless handheld microphones. They each have a single button for turning them on and off. They’re controllable on the mixer via channel 09 and 10.
- Make sure the mic is turned on (you’ll see a green light on the mic and receiver).
- It’s a single button. Press for 1 second until it lights green.
- Press again to turn off.
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- Select the 9-16 button on the left side of the mixer.
- Slowly raise the fader for Channel 09 and 10 on the mixer.
- Make sure the Master volume on the right side of the mixer is set to 0
- You should hear your voice through the speakers or headphones!
Pro Tips
- Keep the mic about 4-6 inches from your mouth.
- Minimize feedback by not standing directly in front of the speakers