I bought these. Main reason is I like buying lower end gear and slowly work my way up. Only speakers I could afford at the moment but now I’m saving up for some Yamaha h4.
TheTechWhiz yea I don’t know why some people are like “save up for real speakers” I needed something quick and these happened to be the only ones I can get my hands on for the mean time. By the Best Buy def get the job done.
Hey, thanks for the video it really helped a lot, but could u make a comparison between the audio of the monitors with and without the audio interface ?
Oh crap, I forgot my Focusrite Solo was 3rd gen, and therefore only had TRS cable inputs for speakers. When I bought the CR-3X, it only came with the RCA to headphone input cable. :") I'd love to have those dual-TRS cables you got from Amazon, but somehow I can't find them anymore...
I have the Sterling MX3 studio monitors they came with an RCA to a single 1/8 audio jack. So I just put a 1/4 adapter on the end of that and plugged it into the headphone jack of my audio interface which is the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96. Idk if that's right but it sounds alright lol.
Ha if that works for you that's all that matters! You'd get slightly better results getting the proper cable/adapter and using the appropriate main output from your interface, but as they say "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" :)
Hi. Thank you so much for posting this, as this is exactly what I was looking for. I've got the Scarlett Solo 2nd gen., along with Bias Amp which is what I'm using it for), but I'm still trying to figure it out. I got these because I want to be able to not only get the tones of different real amps, but to actually do with it what an actual guitar amplifier does (you know, AMPLIFY the sound -- hence the name..), but it seems that no one ever talks about how to actually do this, so it's really hard to find any information on this for total noobs like myself (it's like everyone seems to assume that it's only used for recording and listening through headphones...,,anyhoo). But, I figured that studio monitors ought to work, which is why I'm here (and thinking about getting these CR3s, btw). So, I have a question, if you could possibly help: With my guitar plugged into the interface and the interface plugged into my computer, is there a way to listen to it through the computer (speakers) itself, or does the sound output signal come only out of the interface itself? Could I possibly listen to it through headphones plugged into my computer, or would I have to plug the headphones into the interface itself?
This was one of the things I wanted to do as well and one of the reasons for buying an interface and studio monitors myself! And to answer your question: YES! You can absolutely use speakers or monitors with your audio interface. I had used the 2i2 1st Gen with Amplitube and was able to get everything going. Admittedly, it was a big weird because the audio wouldn't come through if I had the monitors connected to the TRS output in the back, but rather only if I had them connected to the headphone monitor in the front. Now this could have been a nuance with the 1st Gen model and/or Amplitube and admittedly I didn't try to troubleshoot too much either. Currently, I'm using a Yamaha mixer in this same manner where I can get output from Amplitube to the monitors from the stereo monitor out. I have it in my video idea backlog to make a video about this, but haven't executed yet. Hope that helps!
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks for the reply. I did happen to find some old Aiwa speakers someone gave me that have TRS plugs (the kind the Solo takes), and, although I did get sound through them, I believe there is something wrong with the speakers, as the volume (even turned up all the way) is very low, and sounds like absolute crap (they can't take any bass -- even with the bass turned completely down and the volume lowered -- they sound overloaded), really muddy. But hopefully studio monitors will work. I did try it with headphones when I first got it (which was a couple years ago -- I had put it away and kinda forgotten about it but I'm just now bringing it back out again) and that sounded pretty good (sounds promising, anyway, but the 'real speakers will be the true test). You said you could only get the sound to your speakers out of the headphone jack? That's weird. How would you have plugged it in though if they have RCA plugs in them? And yeah, man, if you wanted to make a video about that that would be awesome. I'm sure I'm not the only one that would appreciate it. There's a lot of us out here that aren't that tech savvy, many of whom are probably too embarrassed to let it be known just how ignorant they are with basic questions to those who tend to speak over their head as if everyone out here is at least as savvy as they are. Btw, how do you like Amplitube, and are you pleased at all with the sound you get out of your monitors?
The 2i2 has TRS outputs so I just used a TRS cable to connect the monitors but if you only have RCA output, then the Mackies that I use can take that as input as well. I'll definitely plan to make a video about using an interface/mixer with some sort of amp simulation software in the future. My current video in the works will be on a Yamaha MG10XU mixer. As for Amplitube, I do like it especially the interface and the options for selecting amps and cabinets as well microphones and even positioning them. I only use the free version that just comes with a few basic essentials but it's enough to get the job done when I need to play and practice quietly without using my tube amp. Let me know what you decide on for your setup and how it turns out!
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks. It'll be a while before I can get the speakers (due to certain unfortunate recent circumstances affecting my current financial situation -- but that's another story), but I'll be sure and let you know when I do. I just installed Ableton Lite Live and Pro Tools First (the free versions that came with the Focusrite), and, I didn't have any trouble with the Ableton, but the Pro Tools was a different story. It seemed to download okay, but wouldn't make it through the entire installation process -- I kept getting an error message saying a particular file (the same one on multiple attempts, I believe, but I think another one may have been the issue on another attempt...anhyhoo..) couldn't be located (or some such thing), even when attempting other/earlier versions. The pop-up window showed this message and said to make sure that the file existed or that I could locate it myself (before proceeding further -- or so it made it seem) along with (seemingly) three options to click: 1) Abort, 2) Retry, and 3) Ignore, yet, the only one that would do anything (of course) was "Abort" (just my luck -- though, I'm not sure I would have wanted to continue with the attempt anyway without being sure the respective file existed, which I wasn't sure about; I couldn't find it at the time under what I was pretty sure to be the appropriate folder(s), but _can_ find it now, except, I believe only from the other downloads (from multiple attempts))). So after staying up basically all night, and extremely frustrated and about ready to give up (even after having already tried to research others' attempts/advice/solutions with no luck, _finally_ found an actual Focusrite site on this very problem, which recommended to extract a certain file(s), and "Run as Administrator" (I'm really not even sure what that means), and, to my surprise, IT WORKED (YAY!)! So I _finally_ got it. At least I _think_ I did; I was able to open the programs but haven't actually messed around with them to make sure they work properly, partly because I really don't know what I'm doing so am just now starting to look at some tutorials to try and figure it all out and learn the ropes. Say (assuming you're still reading this), have you by any chance tried either of these DAWS I mentioned (or any, for that matter)? I looked up that Yamaha mixer you mentioned yourself, and see that it's an actual hardware mixing device, as opposed to a DAW (or is it used in conjunction with a DAW(s)?)). Is this what you prefer over them? ...So, I presume they've still yet to make the actual _physical_ equipment/counterparts (other than a computer, of course) obsolete? ;)
Wow that sounds like quite the struggle! But I also have installed Pro Tools First yet have not dabbled in it much. I also tried Reaper as well but again didn't use it much. I didn't run into the issues like you did with Pro Tools but I just downloaded and installed from their site, not from anything I got with Focusrite. It was weird though because it required a separate Avid authentication tool or something. And as for the mixer, that just allows for more connections for various inputs from different sources. If you still wanted to record multiple tracks and things like that then you'd still need some sort of DAW.
If your monitors don't have TRS inputs to work with the TRS outputs on your audio interface, you'll just need a set of these cables to go TS to RCA: www.amazon.com/dp/B000068O17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BuHJAbYNXGWJZ
hey dude, awesome video! really did help me understand this stuff but i do have one question. im trying to find out how you can get amp sims to play through the monitors (i dont have them yet but i am buying some soon) what is the cable setup you need to get that going? im assuming that if you just use the line out in the back of the audio interface thats just going to be the raw signal from the guitar. if not let me know haha
Hey there! It'll depend on your DAW and amp sim of choice, but there should be a way to always hear the processed sound. I used the free version of Amplitube with the Scarlet 2i2 and was able to get the process sound through the headphone monitor output. I couldn't get it to come through the main output but never tracked down if that was an issue with my ASIO driver or just an Amplitube setup issue. But I think if I'd used a different DAW with amplitube as the effects plug in I could have had it come out of the main. Once you get everything setup let me know if you have issues and we can work it out. I'd love to make a video on this specific topic but just haven't found the time unfortunately
First of all, great video and awesome quality. Very professional! I did everything just as you said and see my monitors through my interface in the sound settings. I click on them to select them as my main speakers. But when I play a video nothing comes out, so they don't get a signal. Can you please help me? Everything is on and they are totally working when I play them through FL Studio, so everything works. Except playing the computer sound with them...
Click on the speaker icon on the taskbar on your computer it will say something g like speaker blah blah click on it and you should see speakers blah blah and scarlet 2i2 click scarlet 2i2 and you should now hear the audio from your computer, RUclips, ect
@@518freakshow4 yes they are too muddy and odd sounding there is a pair I'm gonna buy that are better so you should check out www.amazon.com/dp/B075QVMBT9/?coliid=I1FAQBW76USOAJ&colid=3KCXHS1NMZL9D&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
If I connect the speaker to power only, and press the on button switch , should it turn on and show me a green light when I turn the volume switch? Or in other words do I need a computer to use the speaker?
Not quite. The interface will provide better quality because it's a better sound card than what will be on your computer's motherboard, so it's the hardware that improves the quality here not the audio software driver.
Hope you can help me...I just received these as an open box deal on ebay. They did not come with the 3.5 cord that runs from my laptop headphone jack to the RCA inputs ( I do not work with an audio interface). So I borrowed my old ones from my old Bose speakers. I installed them on the CR3-x speakers and now the sound only works when you switch the L-R switch on the back, but not both. The seller told me he would refund me 10 bucks to go to the store to buy the right cord, but didn't I already have it from the old speakers? Why don't both left and Right produce sound at the same time? Wrong plugs?
Hi there and thanks for the video! Really helpful as well as the inquiries of the viewers that you answer in details! I have a set of lsr305 with a 310s and I play music connecting my devices (phone, tablet, mp3 player, laptop etc.) through this very simple cable you show on your video. Is there any serious reason to upgrade to an audio interface? Is it going to make any difference? Thanx again, really appreciate what you've done 😎
That's a pretty legit speaker/sub setup so unless you have some serious high quality or uncompressed audio files you probably wouldn't notice too much of an improvement. But if you want the best audio setup possible, you might want to consider an audio interface or sound card
I also jsut got Mackie Cr3-x and I plugged it into my computer without any audio interface, but I am hearing a hissing sound coming from the speakers all the time even if I play music or not, there is always a hiss sound. (but of course you dont hear it when the music is loud or when you are little away from speakers for a certain distance) Is it happening because I plugged my speakers without an audio interface?
Can I connect RCA output of my scarlett solo to the TRS input of my monitors ....will the sound be better than a normal rca to rca connection? Sorry ...I'm a noob!
Hey we all gotta start somewhere, but you can most certainly find a cable to allow you to do that, but the quality would be the equivalent of using only RCA cables because it would be unbalanced. However, the quality difference is pretty negligible, so it's up to you if you want to go that route. Personally I'd just use the included RCA cable and you'll be fine.
Hey there! For the most part I think these are a great budget option for mixing monitors. That said you may find yourself looking for a better bass response with metal so you may want to consider the CR4s or CR5s for the larger woofers and better bass response. Let me know what you decide to go with!
Nice! Glad to hear it! Funny enough the other day someone was mentioning those monitors on my unblocking video. So good to know that's another quality budget option
TheTechWhiz Thanks for the clarification bruh. I’m planning on using CR3s and a MPK Mini to make some music. I’m starting to think I may not need an interface since my controller and mic are USB, and the speakers connect to AUX.
Yeah you could probably get away without one then to get started and then as you get more into it you can always upgrade. Might want to look into getting a decent pair of studio headphones though too.
Hey I have the same setup except that I didnt use TRS cables and I have a Scarlett Solo but I connected the speakers with the 3 mill jack to a 6 converter in the front 6.35 of the interface but when I plug my guitar, the sound is aweful and very satured, if I use TRS, will the sound be better? Thanks and sorry for my bad english, I hope you understand me :')
It's certainly not ideal to go RCA into a headphone jack rather than using TRS connection but the fact it's on your keyboard shouldn't make much of a difference because it's just a USB pass through
When I’m playing guitar, I can still hear the the dry signal even though input is not selected then when I press input, I hear my distorted guitar but still hear the dry signal along with it. What do I do?
Hi @TheTechWhiz, nice review. May I ask you two questions? 1) I've the same Focusrite Interface and I'm thinking of buying the Mackie CR4 (BT versione). Do you think that I can use two different jack cables in order to wire the monitors and the usb interface or do I need a TRS Cable (I'd prefer this to the RCA solution)?? 2) I would use these monitors for playing my guitar with Garage Band's VST and to make some mixing and mastering (actually I use my headphones), do you think they are ok for this purpose? Thank you in advance!
Hey there - thanks for watching and asking. 1) I'm not sure I quite understand this question, but are you basically asking how you can use the include RCA cable to connect to the interface since it only has the TRS ouput? If so, then I suppose you could use the 1/4" to 1/8" adapter that came with your interface in the headphone out then connect the 1/8" to RCA from the headphone out to RCA in on the speakers, but this isn't very ideal and I would definitely just recommend picking up the TRS cable (it's pretty cheap) and maybe just try this in the meantime. 2) Yes, I think the CR4s would work well with Garage Band, I use the CR3s with Amplitube for playing my guitar. Let me know if this helps!
@@TheTechWhiz Wow, very quick reply! Thank you so! I'm sorry, my english isn't so good! About 1) I mean that I'd like to use the rear line outputs (Left and Right) of the Focusrite: do I need one cable with two plugs (jack) or I can also use to different jack cables (one from left output to left monitor and one from right output to right monitor)? Thank you again, you're very kind!
Oh okay I see now. Then yes you could do either option. So if you have two different TRS cables, you could use one for the left and the other for the right. Or if you have one cable (like I show) that has two connections at either end - that will also work.
Is it just the 3 inch models you get that little commission for (and does that only work if they're purchased directly through the link provided here)? Or also the 4 and 5 inch? I'd like to pay it forward for being such a great help on this, but am thinking I might go for one of the larger ones. Also, do I take it the only difference between them is the volume? I'd like to get the most volume as I can since I'll mostly be using these along with my amp sim/interface as a substitute for a real amp (though, only for home -- not gigging or anything like that). Lastly, do I understand that these are powered speakers (for all 3 sizes)?
Thanks, appreciate that! But anything you purchase on Amazon within 24 hours after clicking any of the links will earn me a commission! Not just the specific product
And if you're into guitar, I plan on cranking out some guitar videos on another channel for a brand I created, follow @guitarhobbyist on Instagram if you're interested! Just got Amplitube Max and Bias Amp/FX Elite on sales over black Friday so will have videos on that coming up
Hey mate. Nice work. Do you know if there is a simple way to add a subwoofer? I have the same hear but the CR4s. The sub I have has just been 'borrowed' from an old Yamaha home cinema set up. It's powered but only has the one input (coaxial). Do you think splitting the signal (with a Y splitter) from one channel from the interface to send to the sub and monitors would work? I'm pretty sure the sub has an inbuilt crossover.
Here's my question. I'm using a behringer umc22. I've basically set it up with the monitors/speakers the same way you've shown. If I plug my headphones into the interface (direct monitor) I get this weird delay effect in my headphones. In my left ear the audio is spot on, but in my right ear it's a half second behind. I tried plugging the speakers in through the headphone jack and had the same result. Any idea why this would be?
Are you able to monitor the signal/recording from your microphone connected to a preamp using the RCA cable only connected between the speakers and computer or is that solely via interface/TRS cable?
@@andrewlewis7409 They gave an extremely exaggerated version of low end, nearly devoid of mid range, and ear fatiguing highs. There was almost no clarity in the reference music I tested them with.
How would you pair these speakers with a subwoofer? If the subwoofer is self powered, what all is needed? Looking to hook these up to a polk 10 inch, any info would help!
Assuming you're talking about the PSW108, looking at the pictures it looks like you would need RCA into the sub either from an interface or PC and then using speaker wire just connect to the Mackies from the speaker output.
So do I monitor from the computer or from the x2222 mixer? Cause I get no sound on daw playback. I just got to recording on the daw. Now i cant hear what I got on playback.
Thanks for making this video. Question: I noticed your cables' plugs (connected to your speakers) are stereo. Does it have to be stereo? I thought each speakers has only 1 channel (L or R), but I'm no expert :D Thanks, man!
Well the cable connected to my speakers are actually two individual cables fused together so they each carry the signal for the right and left audio channels respectively which all together equals stereo audio.
Hi, thks for your video. I'm using the Mackie CR3 with the Scarlet 212 thru RCA cables. Default Audio Interface on Windows 10 is set to Scarlett. Works fine. However there is a lotamount of Bass and I'm not able using an EQ, add treble this way. Is there an app or something else I can do to choose the kind of EQ that suits me ? Can I plug my speakers in the 2 ways with 2 cables from tne Scarlett (TSR + RCA), and then switch from one (Scarlett) to another (PC Sound Card) from my PC settings... ?
Would appreciate it if anyone could give me and answer on this as I am clueless. Can I connect my laptop to my 2 speakers and sub (both powered) with just an audio interface and play music like that?
do the Red and white wire come with either the audio interface or the speakers? will in have to buy them separate? I plan on getting these exact speakers and that exact audio interface.
I'm not sure I know what red and white wire you mean, but all cables I used in the video come with the monitors except for the TRS cables. You can find the link to those in the description.
If you are going from a balanced output to a balanced input, I'd always recommend a TRS cable. You could use a TS cable (instrument cable) but these are unbalanced and could introduce some noise or interference to your audio signal but if not using a balanced output/input then it wouldn't matter. I wouldn't suggest a speaker cable since these are meant for an amplified signal like when going from a guitar amp to a passive speaker cabinet.
I was wondering, shouldn't we also set the monitors to full range through the windows audio panel? And what about the sample rate? Anything else I'm missing software-side?
This is a useful video thank you for sharing, but i must ask one question why bother with this method of cables and connections when you can just buy Bluetooth monitors and connect them from your computer? saves time and cables all over your desk? Thank you for the useful video anyways!
Hi there! That's correct if you prefer a more convenient audio setup that is probably the way to go. However, if you'd like the possibility of adding microphones or other line input into your audio setup, then an interface and monitors provide that added functionality as well as typically superior overall audio quality compared to just Bluetooth speakers, but Mackie and plenty of others create Bluetooth versions of many of their speakers for those looking to go that route
@@TheTechWhizYes that is true of course although i usually just use an audio interface as a means of recording instruments and microphones but i might try this myself and test the overall sound difference between the interface and regular computer jack, and yes there are many options of bluetooth speakers nowadays its a shame the portable ones contain no mid frequency responses useless squashed sounding things! hahaha anyways cheers for the vid mate much appreciated! 👍
It seems impossible to find the silver/white trim versions anymore. All I can find are green or limited edition gold. I did find 1 pair of the cr3 in white on ebay but I want the cr4 or cr5. Do you know of anywhere to get them still in white?
Unfortunately not that I've seen. I noticed the white/silver become unavailable just a little bit ago, but I don't know of it's temporary or permanent. I'll keep my opens open for when/if they become available again and update this post and video description
Wait! You didn't even show the hookup for the Scarlett to the computer. That's the part I was waiting for. How do you use the vol. controls on the Scarlett, etc.I can't believe you left out the most important part.
I think I did go over this in the video. You just plug in via USB and then make sure you have your interface set as the default audio device in your operating system. Then you use the combination of the monitor volume on your interface and the volume knob of your speakers
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks! One last question. I have the RCA's connected from the outs on the back of the Focusrite to the RCA's on the back of the powered speaker with the USB from the Focusrite to a USB on my laptop. I chose the Focusrite as the default device and it shows a moving sound meter there when I right click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar, so the sound is going from the laptop to the Focusrite but that's where it stops. It doesn't come out of the speakers. I downloaded the latest driver from Focusrite so it's not a driver issue. A right click shows that the internal clock on the Focusrite is disabled but I don't think it's going to work but that's the situation. Thanks again TechGuy!!
@@TheTechWhiz Thats a single 1/4inch stereo headphone input. I don't know what I would lead that into. A 1/4inch stereo plug to RCA set patch cord.to the RCA pair on the back of the speaker? Thanks again for your help!
The ones that I used did not come with the monitors or the interface. They are called Balanced TRS cables. I have a link to them in the description box.
Does the volume on the interface have to be down before powering on the speakers? Or can I just have it set to half way, then turn on the speakers, turn up the volume on the speakers accordingly, and from then, turn up the volume on the pc?
Right just like you said. You can leave the volume set on the interface and then just power on and turn up the volume on the speakers. I would recommend turning the speakers off though when not in use.
Nice tutorial ! But when you plugged the monitors trough the scarlet with Jacks...can you still listen to music on RUclips,spotify etc..or do you only Get sound when you recording trough a recording software?
Good question. As long as you set your interface as the default playback device, all sound including RUclips, Spotify, etc will play through the speakers you have connected to it by default.
I use a power source to power my old boom box speakers. I hooked it up to the pc. But i want to buy and use studio monitors. Is it possible to use the studio monitors with that power source or do i need an interface strictly for the studio monitors?
Thank you sooo much this was exactly the rig I was trying to build. Are the TRS cables linked in the description the ones I need to connect the speakers to the interface?
I am currently using an interface with TRS R and L outputs, the monitors I have, also have R and L TRS input. In this, to get the best audio would I have to buy two cables or a dual one like you are using, or can I connect L to L with one cable and would I get the same results?
Either way is fine as long as it's TRS to TRS. The cable I'm actually using is technically two individual TRS cables, but they are just joined together for easier cable management.
@@TheTechWhiz If i do just one cable, and I connect each end to just the left channel of the monitor and interface would it sound the same as if I had, for example, a dual cable? Like when panning in my DAW whill I hear each singular channel coming out of my monitors? Or just the left channel coming out of both since I connected to the L?
Hello there nice video. One quick question. Right now I don't have an RCA to RCA to connect my Mackie CR4 to my Focusrite Scarlet solo. Is there any danger of connecting the monitors in the front of the interface on the monitoring output? Until I get an RCA to RCA or RCA to TS
@@TheTechWhiz I have an RCA to audio jack right now. I got the RCA onto the monitors and the audio jack on the front side of the Scarlett, in the monitoring output (for headphones). Is there anything wrong with this?
I appreciate how elaborate you are in this video. Quick question tho. I’m looking to buy b1 bronze monitors, and I have a behringer u-phoria umc202hd interface. Do I need an amp to connect it to my interface? :/ I’m hoping not to make it a little less costly lol. The b1 speakers have banana plugs and that’s it I’m pretty sure. Seems so complicated, I’m trying to figure all this out 😂
4:20 Perhaps I'm missing something, but it took both input slots on your audio interface to set up only one speaker. Where on earth does the other speaker get plugged in?
I got a Zoom G1on processor and a guitar. I need speakers to practice and also later on produce music. Was thinking of getting a fender frontman but since I already have a processor, think I should get these speakers. My concern is how good will these be for practicing guitar What do u suggest?
I use these with an amp sim (Amplitube) and the sound isn't bad but the low end could be a little better. Going for a bigger woofer size over the 3" would probably help that
I found that the problem wasn’t with the speakers. It was actually with the software I was using, I had to change a few settings for my input outputs. Thank you so much though!
I very much appreciate all the support on this video! If you have any questions you can of course ask below and I will respond, but you can also ask me live on twitch.tv/thetechwhiz next time I'm streaming! Thanks for watching!
If you get a good audio interface that will certainly give you a better sound quality than just using your onboard sound card built into your computer. Think of an audio interface like a higher quality external sound card.
Hello!! Thanks for the tuto. It worked great. BUT.. recently i ve reinstalled my windows 10 and something odd started to hapen. The speakers work fine with my audio interface (focusrite scarlet solo 1st gen) but when i plug in my headphones nothing happens. Theres is no way to make them sound through my audio interface. Any advice? Before the Windows reinstallation i just had to plug them in, and the sound would strart goin through my headphones. Thanks
@@TheTechWhiz direct monitoring is off since i dont need to hear my mic or guitar at the moment. I want to hear Windows sounds as i did Before. And YES, my audio interface is set as default comunication device.
Hmm. Not sure if it matters but make sure it's set as default device, not communication device. This ensures all programs use it for all audio and not just audio/video calling. If that doesn't work and you're sure there is nothing wrong with your headphones (i.e. they work on other devices) then I'd say try uninstalling and reinstalling drivers. If still nothing I'm not sure what to tell you, could either be bad drivers not working or something wrong with your interface
I bought these. Main reason is I like buying lower end gear and slowly work my way up. Only speakers I could afford at the moment but now I’m saving up for some Yamaha h4.
Same boat here!
TheTechWhiz yea I don’t know why some people are like “save up for real speakers” I needed something quick and these happened to be the only ones I can get my hands on for the mean time. By the Best Buy def get the job done.
appreciate you my man, this video helped me a lot with getting my studio ready. bless up
I was thinking about getting these studio monitors and you just help me out a lot. Definitely getting a thumbs up for me
Thumbs up for you right back 😁
Yes! Thanks, just go the speakers and scarlett focus rite and was not happy trs cables were not included.
Hey, thanks for the video it really helped a lot, but could u make a comparison between the audio of the monitors with and without the audio interface ?
Oh crap, I forgot my Focusrite Solo was 3rd gen, and therefore only had TRS cable inputs for speakers. When I bought the CR-3X, it only came with the RCA to headphone input cable. :")
I'd love to have those dual-TRS cables you got from Amazon, but somehow I can't find them anymore...
Great video, really well explained. Looking forward to getting my monitor speakers & audio interface. Gave your video a thumbs up & subscribed :)
Thank you! Much appreciated! 😁
How to do the settings for Mac?
I have the Sterling MX3 studio monitors they came with an RCA to a single 1/8 audio jack. So I just put a 1/4 adapter on the end of that and plugged it into the headphone jack of my audio interface which is the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96.
Idk if that's right but it sounds alright lol.
Ha if that works for you that's all that matters! You'd get slightly better results getting the proper cable/adapter and using the appropriate main output from your interface, but as they say "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" :)
Hi. Thank you so much for posting this, as this is exactly what I was looking for. I've got the Scarlett Solo 2nd gen., along with Bias Amp which is what I'm using it for), but I'm still trying to figure it out. I got these because I want to be able to not only get the tones of different real amps, but to actually do with it what an actual guitar amplifier does (you know, AMPLIFY the sound -- hence the name..), but it seems that no one ever talks about how to actually do this, so it's really hard to find any information on this for total noobs like myself (it's like everyone seems to assume that it's only used for recording and listening through headphones...,,anyhoo). But, I figured that studio monitors ought to work, which is why I'm here (and thinking about getting these CR3s, btw).
So, I have a question, if you could possibly help: With my guitar plugged into the interface and the interface plugged into my computer, is there a way to listen to it through the computer (speakers) itself, or does the sound output signal come only out of the interface itself? Could I possibly listen to it through headphones plugged into my computer, or would I have to plug the headphones into the interface itself?
This was one of the things I wanted to do as well and one of the reasons for buying an interface and studio monitors myself! And to answer your question: YES! You can absolutely use speakers or monitors with your audio interface. I had used the 2i2 1st Gen with Amplitube and was able to get everything going. Admittedly, it was a big weird because the audio wouldn't come through if I had the monitors connected to the TRS output in the back, but rather only if I had them connected to the headphone monitor in the front. Now this could have been a nuance with the 1st Gen model and/or Amplitube and admittedly I didn't try to troubleshoot too much either. Currently, I'm using a Yamaha mixer in this same manner where I can get output from Amplitube to the monitors from the stereo monitor out. I have it in my video idea backlog to make a video about this, but haven't executed yet. Hope that helps!
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks for the reply. I did happen to find some old Aiwa speakers someone gave me that have TRS plugs (the kind the Solo takes), and, although I did get sound through them, I believe there is something wrong with the speakers, as the volume (even turned up all the way) is very low, and sounds like absolute crap (they can't take any bass -- even with the bass turned completely down and the volume lowered -- they sound overloaded), really muddy. But hopefully studio monitors will work. I did try it with headphones when I first got it (which was a couple years ago -- I had put it away and kinda forgotten about it but I'm just now bringing it back out again) and that sounded pretty good (sounds promising, anyway, but the 'real speakers will be the true test).
You said you could only get the sound to your speakers out of the headphone jack? That's weird. How would you have plugged it in though if they have RCA plugs in them?
And yeah, man, if you wanted to make a video about that that would be awesome. I'm sure I'm not the only one that would appreciate it. There's a lot of us out here that aren't that tech savvy, many of whom are probably too embarrassed to let it be known just how ignorant they are with basic questions to those who tend to speak over their head as if everyone out here is at least as savvy as they are.
Btw, how do you like Amplitube, and are you pleased at all with the sound you get out of your monitors?
The 2i2 has TRS outputs so I just used a TRS cable to connect the monitors but if you only have RCA output, then the Mackies that I use can take that as input as well. I'll definitely plan to make a video about using an interface/mixer with some sort of amp simulation software in the future. My current video in the works will be on a Yamaha MG10XU mixer. As for Amplitube, I do like it especially the interface and the options for selecting amps and cabinets as well microphones and even positioning them. I only use the free version that just comes with a few basic essentials but it's enough to get the job done when I need to play and practice quietly without using my tube amp. Let me know what you decide on for your setup and how it turns out!
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks. It'll be a while before I can get the speakers (due to certain unfortunate recent circumstances affecting my current financial situation -- but that's another story), but I'll be sure and let you know when I do. I just installed Ableton Lite Live and Pro Tools First (the free versions that came with the Focusrite), and, I didn't have any trouble with the Ableton, but the Pro Tools was a different story. It seemed to download okay, but wouldn't make it through the entire installation process -- I kept getting an error message saying a particular file (the same one on multiple attempts, I believe, but I think another one may have been the issue on another attempt...anhyhoo..) couldn't be located (or some such thing), even when attempting other/earlier versions. The pop-up window showed this message and said to make sure that the file existed or that I could locate it myself (before proceeding further -- or so it made it seem) along with (seemingly) three options to click: 1) Abort, 2) Retry, and 3) Ignore, yet, the only one that would do anything (of course) was "Abort" (just my luck -- though, I'm not sure I would have wanted to continue with the attempt anyway without being sure the respective file existed, which I wasn't sure about; I couldn't find it at the time under what I was pretty sure to be the appropriate folder(s), but _can_ find it now, except, I believe only from the other downloads (from multiple attempts))). So after staying up basically all night, and extremely frustrated and about ready to give up (even after having already tried to research others' attempts/advice/solutions with no luck, _finally_ found an actual Focusrite site on this very problem, which recommended to extract a certain file(s), and "Run as Administrator" (I'm really not even sure what that means), and, to my surprise, IT WORKED (YAY!)! So I _finally_ got it. At least I _think_ I did; I was able to open the programs but haven't actually messed around with them to make sure they work properly, partly because I really don't know what I'm doing so am just now starting to look at some tutorials to try and figure it all out and learn the ropes.
Say (assuming you're still reading this), have you by any chance tried either of these DAWS I mentioned (or any, for that matter)? I looked up that Yamaha mixer you mentioned yourself, and see that it's an actual hardware mixing device, as opposed to a DAW (or is it used in conjunction with a DAW(s)?)). Is this what you prefer over them? ...So, I presume they've still yet to make the actual _physical_ equipment/counterparts (other than a computer, of course) obsolete? ;)
Wow that sounds like quite the struggle! But I also have installed Pro Tools First yet have not dabbled in it much. I also tried Reaper as well but again didn't use it much. I didn't run into the issues like you did with Pro Tools but I just downloaded and installed from their site, not from anything I got with Focusrite. It was weird though because it required a separate Avid authentication tool or something. And as for the mixer, that just allows for more connections for various inputs from different sources. If you still wanted to record multiple tracks and things like that then you'd still need some sort of DAW.
Did I miss how the computer is connected to the audio interface?
Only helpful video I’ve found thanks dude
Appreciate it and glad I could help!
Thanks dude . Really helpful.. the best video in the RUclips for the particular title
My monitors only have an RCA output, so at 4:27 how do i plug those in correctly? There's no small output on the Focusrite.
If your monitors don't have TRS inputs to work with the TRS outputs on your audio interface, you'll just need a set of these cables to go TS to RCA: www.amazon.com/dp/B000068O17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BuHJAbYNXGWJZ
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That's perfect, thanks
You can always buy a converter dude
@@TheTechWhiz Does it have to be a TS cable to RCA. Will TRS cable works? TRS to RCA?
@@icoachesportshub7297 yup! That will work!
hey dude, awesome video! really did help me understand this stuff but i do have one question.
im trying to find out how you can get amp sims to play through the monitors (i dont have them yet but i am buying some soon) what is the cable setup you need to get that going?
im assuming that if you just use the line out in the back of the audio interface thats just going to be the raw signal from the guitar. if not let me know haha
Hey there! It'll depend on your DAW and amp sim of choice, but there should be a way to always hear the processed sound. I used the free version of Amplitube with the Scarlet 2i2 and was able to get the process sound through the headphone monitor output. I couldn't get it to come through the main output but never tracked down if that was an issue with my ASIO driver or just an Amplitube setup issue. But I think if I'd used a different DAW with amplitube as the effects plug in I could have had it come out of the main. Once you get everything setup let me know if you have issues and we can work it out. I'd love to make a video on this specific topic but just haven't found the time unfortunately
First of all, great video and awesome quality. Very professional! I did everything just as you said and see my monitors through my interface in the sound settings. I click on them to select them as my main speakers. But when I play a video nothing comes out, so they don't get a signal. Can you please help me? Everything is on and they are totally working when I play them through FL Studio, so everything works. Except playing the computer sound with them...
Click on the speaker icon on the taskbar on your computer it will say something g like speaker blah blah click on it and you should see speakers blah blah and scarlet 2i2 click scarlet 2i2 and you should now hear the audio from your computer, RUclips, ect
What if your computer mother board has the red and white rca outputs can you use those directly into the speaker ?
Thank you so much, TechWiz! You DEFINITELY helped me with troubleshooting in this vid! 💯😎
Are these good for Mixing or Producing ? I see everyone saying no or yes would like to know thank you ♥️ 'just trying to get something decent'
These would be decent enough to get you started, but you may want to upgrade as you get more experienced
They are horrendous for mixing and producing, or even casual listening for that matter. I sent mine back after 2 hours. They were really that awful.
@@518freakshow4 yes they are too muddy and odd sounding there is a pair I'm gonna buy that are better so you should check out
www.amazon.com/dp/B075QVMBT9/?coliid=I1FAQBW76USOAJ&colid=3KCXHS1NMZL9D&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
If I connect the speaker to power only, and press the on button switch , should it turn on and show me a green light when I turn the volume switch?
Or in other words do I need a computer to use the speaker?
Nice video dude... voice sounds like special effects
Haha thanks! I swear the only thing I do is actually decrease the low end frequencies. Perhaps I should boost the mids and highs to, see if that helps
This was really helpful, thanks a lot!!!
Appreciate it!
Would I get the same quality as the interface using the rca method with asio4all?
Not quite. The interface will provide better quality because it's a better sound card than what will be on your computer's motherboard, so it's the hardware that improves the quality here not the audio software driver.
TheTechWhiz thanks for the info man got an interface yesterday works great
Nice! Glad to hear it!
Hope you can help me...I just received these as an open box deal on ebay. They did not come with the 3.5 cord that runs from my laptop headphone jack to the RCA inputs ( I do not work with an audio interface). So I borrowed my old ones from my old Bose speakers. I installed them on the CR3-x speakers and now the sound only works when you switch the L-R switch on the back, but not both. The seller told me he would refund me 10 bucks to go to the store to buy the right cord, but didn't I already have it from the old speakers? Why don't both left and Right produce sound at the same time? Wrong plugs?
Hi there and thanks for the video! Really helpful as well as the inquiries of the viewers that you answer in details!
I have a set of lsr305 with a 310s and I play music connecting my devices (phone, tablet, mp3 player, laptop etc.) through this very simple cable you show on your video. Is there any serious reason to upgrade to an audio interface? Is it going to make any difference?
Thanx again, really appreciate what you've done 😎
That's a pretty legit speaker/sub setup so unless you have some serious high quality or uncompressed audio files you probably wouldn't notice too much of an improvement. But if you want the best audio setup possible, you might want to consider an audio interface or sound card
This is exactly what I was looking for. thanks
Great! Thanks for the feedback! Glad I could help 😁
Is it the same set up with the presonus Audio box96
Yes, looks to be the same outputs on that one to the 2i2 so this should be the same process for you
What does the audio interface do? Is there a big difference between that and the regular rca jacks?
Thanks man
I also jsut got Mackie Cr3-x and I plugged it into my computer without any audio interface, but I am hearing a hissing sound coming from the speakers all the time even if I play music or not, there is always a hiss sound. (but of course you dont hear it when the music is loud or when you are little away from speakers for a certain distance) Is it happening because I plugged my speakers without an audio interface?
I have M Audio BX5’s I just purchased 2 XLR male - RCA male cables that should work with this interface yes ?
Great clear info on this set up and will try when I return home.
Do you have a solution for set up using DDJ400 so I can use a mic.
the trs cable isn't included in the Cases box? sorry for my english
im thinking about using a pair of these for my retro gaming setup
Nice! If you do get some for your set up, tag me on your Instagram or Twitter post! I'd love to see them in action :)
Can I connect RCA output of my scarlett solo to the TRS input of my monitors ....will the sound be better than a normal rca to rca connection? Sorry ...I'm a noob!
Hey we all gotta start somewhere, but you can most certainly find a cable to allow you to do that, but the quality would be the equivalent of using only RCA cables because it would be unbalanced. However, the quality difference is pretty negligible, so it's up to you if you want to go that route. Personally I'd just use the included RCA cable and you'll be fine.
TheTechWhiz my mann ...Thankyou so much!
Hi. Do you think these are decent enough for recording/mixing?
Could they be used as nearfields for rock and metal?
Hey there! For the most part I think these are a great budget option for mixing monitors. That said you may find yourself looking for a better bass response with metal so you may want to consider the CR4s or CR5s for the larger woofers and better bass response. Let me know what you decide to go with!
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I got a good price on the presonus eris 4.5 so i went with those. So far they are awesome. Thanks for the reply!
Nice! Glad to hear it! Funny enough the other day someone was mentioning those monitors on my unblocking video. So good to know that's another quality budget option
hey, if i have only one 3.5mm output on my line 6 gx, will it work with that cable you're showing at 5:20? thx
Yup! That will work!
@@TheTechWhiz thx for the reply
Any benefits (or difference in quality) of connecting through an interface over 3.5mm AUX?
Slightly better quality, but nothing crazy. Comes down to if you're willing to invest a bit of money to get the slight bump in quality.
TheTechWhiz Thanks for the clarification bruh. I’m planning on using CR3s and a MPK Mini to make some music. I’m starting to think I may not need an interface since my controller and mic are USB, and the speakers connect to AUX.
Yeah you could probably get away without one then to get started and then as you get more into it you can always upgrade. Might want to look into getting a decent pair of studio headphones though too.
TheTechWhiz i have the Sony MDR-7506 headphones
Perfect! Good choice! So then yeah you're good to go sounds like :) send me your SoundCloud link once you got you first song!
Hey I have the same setup except that I didnt use TRS cables and I have a Scarlett Solo but I connected the speakers with the 3 mill jack to a 6 converter in the front 6.35 of the interface but when I plug my guitar, the sound is aweful and very satured, if I use TRS, will the sound be better?
Thanks and sorry for my bad english, I hope you understand me :')
Can I connect this speaker directly to my keyboard via the headphone jack ?
Yup! Just use the included RCA to 3.5mm cable
Really appreciate your reply .
But will connecting the speaker directly to the keyboard effect the sound quality .
It's certainly not ideal to go RCA into a headphone jack rather than using TRS connection but the fact it's on your keyboard shouldn't make much of a difference because it's just a USB pass through
Is dual RCA to dual TRS recommended ?
And really like how you respond to your viewers ❤️
That could work but would cancel out the balanced benefit of the TRS because RCA is unbalanced
do studio moniter sound similar with audio interface and with directly computer
Can I use the audio interface to connect aux on The JBL LSR3 MKII?
Absolutely! I believe this JBLs have a balanced TRS input so with this interface you can plug right into that!
@@TheTechWhiz thank you for quoits quick answer!
When I’m playing guitar, I can still hear the the dry signal even though input is not selected then when I press input, I hear my distorted guitar but still hear the dry signal along with it. What do I do?
What interface do you have?
And what amp sim software are you using?
What about if you want to connect it to an iPad instead
Hi @TheTechWhiz, nice review. May I ask you two questions? 1) I've the same Focusrite Interface and I'm thinking of buying the Mackie CR4 (BT versione). Do you think that I can use two different jack cables in order to wire the monitors and the usb interface or do I need a TRS Cable (I'd prefer this to the RCA solution)?? 2) I would use these monitors for playing my guitar with Garage Band's VST and to make some mixing and mastering (actually I use my headphones), do you think they are ok for this purpose? Thank you in advance!
Hey there - thanks for watching and asking. 1) I'm not sure I quite understand this question, but are you basically asking how you can use the include RCA cable to connect to the interface since it only has the TRS ouput? If so, then I suppose you could use the 1/4" to 1/8" adapter that came with your interface in the headphone out then connect the 1/8" to RCA from the headphone out to RCA in on the speakers, but this isn't very ideal and I would definitely just recommend picking up the TRS cable (it's pretty cheap) and maybe just try this in the meantime. 2) Yes, I think the CR4s would work well with Garage Band, I use the CR3s with Amplitube for playing my guitar.
Let me know if this helps!
@@TheTechWhiz Wow, very quick reply! Thank you so! I'm sorry, my english isn't so good! About 1) I mean that I'd like to use the rear line outputs (Left and Right) of the Focusrite: do I need one cable with two plugs (jack) or I can also use to different jack cables (one from left output to left monitor and one from right output to right monitor)? Thank you again, you're very kind!
Oh okay I see now. Then yes you could do either option. So if you have two different TRS cables, you could use one for the left and the other for the right. Or if you have one cable (like I show) that has two connections at either end - that will also work.
@@TheTechWhiz Perfect, man! I had the doubt that the double cable was the only solution! Thank you again, you were very kind! :)
Is it just the 3 inch models you get that little commission for (and does that only work if they're purchased directly through the link provided here)? Or also the 4 and 5 inch? I'd like to pay it forward for being such a great help on this, but am thinking I might go for one of the larger ones. Also, do I take it the only difference between them is the volume? I'd like to get the most volume as I can since I'll mostly be using these along with my amp sim/interface as a substitute for a real amp (though, only for home -- not gigging or anything like that). Lastly, do I understand that these are powered speakers (for all 3 sizes)?
Thanks, appreciate that! But anything you purchase on Amazon within 24 hours after clicking any of the links will earn me a commission! Not just the specific product
Also you'll get increased volume and low end frequency response with the bigger sizes. So fuller overall sound
And if you're into guitar, I plan on cranking out some guitar videos on another channel for a brand I created, follow @guitarhobbyist on Instagram if you're interested! Just got Amplitube Max and Bias Amp/FX Elite on sales over black Friday so will have videos on that coming up
Hey mate. Nice work. Do you know if there is a simple way to add a subwoofer? I have the same hear but the CR4s. The sub I have has just been 'borrowed' from an old Yamaha home cinema set up. It's powered but only has the one input (coaxial). Do you think splitting the signal (with a Y splitter) from one channel from the interface to send to the sub and monitors would work? I'm pretty sure the sub has an inbuilt crossover.
Here's my question. I'm using a behringer umc22. I've basically set it up with the monitors/speakers the same way you've shown. If I plug my headphones into the interface (direct monitor) I get this weird delay effect in my headphones. In my left ear the audio is spot on, but in my right ear it's a half second behind. I tried plugging the speakers in through the headphone jack and had the same result. Any idea why this would be?
Are you able to monitor the signal/recording from your microphone connected to a preamp using the RCA cable only connected between the speakers and computer or is that solely via interface/TRS cable?
If your microphone is plugged into an interface/preamp which is then connected to the speakers as monitors then yes you can.
I sent these monitors back 20 minutes after I got them. Yes, they were that bad.
what was wrong with them?
@@andrewlewis7409 They gave an extremely exaggerated version of low end, nearly devoid of mid range, and ear fatiguing highs. There was almost no clarity in the reference music I tested them with.
@@518freakshow4 That really sucks man, well hope you got something better
How would you pair these speakers with a subwoofer? If the subwoofer is self powered, what all is needed? Looking to hook these up to a polk 10 inch, any info would help!
Assuming you're talking about the PSW108, looking at the pictures it looks like you would need RCA into the sub either from an interface or PC and then using speaker wire just connect to the Mackies from the speaker output.
So do I monitor from the computer or from the x2222 mixer? Cause I get no sound on daw playback. I just got to recording on the daw. Now i cant hear what I got on playback.
Thanks for making this video. Question: I noticed your cables' plugs (connected to your speakers) are stereo. Does it have to be stereo? I thought each speakers has only 1 channel (L or R), but I'm no expert :D Thanks, man!
Well the cable connected to my speakers are actually two individual cables fused together so they each carry the signal for the right and left audio channels respectively which all together equals stereo audio.
Could you use a subwoofer with this amp aswell?
Hi, thks for your video. I'm using the Mackie CR3 with the Scarlet 212 thru RCA cables. Default Audio Interface on Windows 10 is set to Scarlett. Works fine. However there is a lotamount of Bass and I'm not able using an EQ, add treble this way. Is there an app or something else I can do to choose the kind of EQ that suits me ? Can I plug my speakers in the 2 ways with 2 cables from tne Scarlett (TSR + RCA), and then switch from one (Scarlett) to another (PC Sound Card) from my PC settings... ?
Dont you need a subwoofer ? because you dont have the range under 80 , and what would you recommend ?
Appreciate this video. Good work
Would appreciate it if anyone could give me and answer on this as I am clueless. Can I connect my laptop to my 2 speakers and sub (both powered) with just an audio interface and play music like that?
do the Red and white wire come with either the audio interface or the speakers? will in have to buy them separate? I plan on getting these exact speakers and that exact audio interface.
I'm not sure I know what red and white wire you mean, but all cables I used in the video come with the monitors except for the TRS cables. You can find the link to those in the description.
Can i use an instrument cable from Audio interface. Speaker cable?
If you are going from a balanced output to a balanced input, I'd always recommend a TRS cable. You could use a TS cable (instrument cable) but these are unbalanced and could introduce some noise or interference to your audio signal but if not using a balanced output/input then it wouldn't matter. I wouldn't suggest a speaker cable since these are meant for an amplified signal like when going from a guitar amp to a passive speaker cabinet.
I was wondering, shouldn't we also set the monitors to full range through the windows audio panel? And what about the sample rate? Anything else I'm missing software-side?
Balanced TRS Cables: @t
Link not found, can you please update?
I really want to knw why my cr3 has a more bass which some song is really boom..hiw can i reduce it
This is a useful video thank you for sharing, but i must ask one question why bother with this method of cables and connections when you can just buy Bluetooth monitors and connect them from your computer? saves time and cables all over your desk? Thank you for the useful video anyways!
Hi there! That's correct if you prefer a more convenient audio setup that is probably the way to go. However, if you'd like the possibility of adding microphones or other line input into your audio setup, then an interface and monitors provide that added functionality as well as typically superior overall audio quality compared to just Bluetooth speakers, but Mackie and plenty of others create Bluetooth versions of many of their speakers for those looking to go that route
@@TheTechWhizYes that is true of course although i usually just use an audio interface as a means of recording instruments and microphones but i might try this myself and test the overall sound difference between the interface and regular computer jack, and yes there are many options of bluetooth speakers nowadays its a shame the portable ones contain no mid frequency responses useless squashed sounding things! hahaha anyways cheers for the vid mate much appreciated! 👍
It seems impossible to find the silver/white trim versions anymore. All I can find are green or limited edition gold. I did find 1 pair of the cr3 in white on ebay but I want the cr4 or cr5. Do you know of anywhere to get them still in white?
Unfortunately not that I've seen. I noticed the white/silver become unavailable just a little bit ago, but I don't know of it's temporary or permanent. I'll keep my opens open for when/if they become available again and update this post and video description
Wait! You didn't even show the hookup for the Scarlett to the computer. That's the part I was waiting for. How do you use the vol. controls on the Scarlett, etc.I can't believe you left out the most important part.
I think I did go over this in the video. You just plug in via USB and then make sure you have your interface set as the default audio device in your operating system. Then you use the combination of the monitor volume on your interface and the volume knob of your speakers
Starting around 5:25
@@TheTechWhiz Thanks! One last question. I have the RCA's connected from the outs on the back of the Focusrite to the RCA's on the back of the powered speaker with the USB from the Focusrite to a USB on my laptop. I chose the Focusrite as the default device and it shows a moving sound meter there when I right click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar, so the sound is going from the laptop to the Focusrite but that's where it stops. It doesn't come out of the speakers. I downloaded the latest driver from Focusrite so it's not a driver issue. A right click shows that the internal clock on the Focusrite is disabled but I don't think it's going to work but that's the situation. Thanks again TechGuy!!
@@kaivrock what about if you try connecting something to the headphone out of the interface? Do you get any audio out of that?
@@TheTechWhiz Thats a single 1/4inch stereo headphone input. I don't know what I would lead that into. A 1/4inch stereo plug to RCA set patch cord.to the RCA pair on the back of the speaker? Thanks again for your help!
Can you tell me what's the name of the wires that you connected to the monitors , I didn't get them in the box ?
The ones that I used did not come with the monitors or the interface. They are called Balanced TRS cables. I have a link to them in the description box.
Hey dude. Will these work well hooked up to a midi controller? It requires a dual RCA hookup. Thank you
What’s the name this splitter cable black/red? I didn’t find at Amazon? Thank you
There are just called Balanced TRS Cables: amzn.to/2jMsUDN
Does the volume on the interface have to be down before powering on the speakers? Or can I just have it set to half way, then turn on the speakers, turn up the volume on the speakers accordingly, and from then, turn up the volume on the pc?
Right just like you said. You can leave the volume set on the interface and then just power on and turn up the volume on the speakers. I would recommend turning the speakers off though when not in use.
Great. Thank you so much. Picking up some used ones tomorrow, and I don't wanna look like a goon.
Haha nice! Hopefully you scored a good deal on the used ones :)
Nice tutorial ! But when you plugged the monitors trough the scarlet with Jacks...can you still listen to music on RUclips,spotify etc..or do you only Get sound when you recording trough a recording software?
Good question. As long as you set your interface as the default playback device, all sound including RUclips, Spotify, etc will play through the speakers you have connected to it by default.
I use a power source to power my old boom box speakers. I hooked it up to the pc. But i want to buy and use studio monitors. Is it possible to use the studio monitors with that power source or do i need an interface strictly for the studio monitors?
Thank you sooo much this was exactly the rig I was trying to build. Are the TRS cables linked in the description the ones I need to connect the speakers to the interface?
Yes, the Balanced TRS Cables is what you want if this is the interface and speakers you have
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Great Video...
Very clear explanation, thumbs up and you have a new subscriber ❤
My cables are grey & orange . Which ones do I plug in right
Grey is left, orange is right
Can I use my I Mac and Samsug tv also?
I am currently using an interface with TRS R and L outputs, the monitors I have, also have R and L TRS input. In this, to get the best audio would I have to buy two cables or a dual one like you are using, or can I connect L to L with one cable and would I get the same results?
Either way is fine as long as it's TRS to TRS. The cable I'm actually using is technically two individual TRS cables, but they are just joined together for easier cable management.
@@TheTechWhiz If i do just one cable, and I connect each end to just the left channel of the monitor and interface would it sound the same as if I had, for example, a dual cable? Like when panning in my DAW whill I hear each singular channel coming out of my monitors? Or just the left channel coming out of both since I connected to the L?
Yes, it will work the same way whether you have a single cable or dual cable like I show in this video.
Will thisbwork if i only have passive speakers? I dont have a powered speaker. I just found them in my garage
No you'd need an amplifier to drive the passive speaker
@@TheTechWhiz okay thanks for the info.
Hello there nice video. One quick question. Right now I don't have an RCA to RCA to connect my Mackie CR4 to my Focusrite Scarlet solo. Is there any danger of connecting the monitors in the front of the interface on the monitoring output? Until I get an RCA to RCA or RCA to TS
Not sure I follow the connections you're asking about. Walk me through what you'd be connecting to what
@@TheTechWhiz I have an RCA to audio jack right now. I got the RCA onto the monitors and the audio jack on the front side of the Scarlett, in the monitoring output (for headphones). Is there anything wrong with this?
Ah okay got it thanks! But no there isn't anything wrong with this at all, it'll get the job done for now!
@@TheTechWhiz Thank you very much!
I appreciate how elaborate you are in this video. Quick question tho. I’m looking to buy b1 bronze monitors, and I have a behringer u-phoria umc202hd interface. Do I need an amp to connect it to my interface? :/ I’m hoping not to make it a little less costly lol. The b1 speakers have banana plugs and that’s it I’m pretty sure. Seems so complicated, I’m trying to figure all this out 😂
Yes you would need some kind of amplifier or stereo receiver to push audio out to these monitors. Definitely more of a Hi-fi setup :)
Thank you 🙏🏽
4:20 Perhaps I'm missing something, but it took both input slots on your audio interface to set up only one speaker. Where on earth does the other speaker get plugged in?
The non powered speaker is passive so the other speaker sends the signal to it. The only thing connected to the passive speaker are the speaker wires
@@TheTechWhiz are all speakers like this?
No. Usually the more budget speakers are though
@@TheTechWhiz alright, thanks for your time
I got a Zoom G1on processor and a guitar. I need speakers to practice and also later on produce music.
Was thinking of getting a fender frontman but since I already have a processor, think I should get these speakers.
My concern is how good will these be for practicing guitar
What do u suggest?
I use these with an amp sim (Amplitube) and the sound isn't bad but the low end could be a little better. Going for a bigger woofer size over the 3" would probably help that
I’ve double checked my wires and connects but can only get one speaker to play sound at a time... HELP!
Have you tried replacing some cables to see if one of them is the problem? Are you at least consistently getting audio from the powered monitor?
I found that the problem wasn’t with the speakers. It was actually with the software I was using, I had to change a few settings for my input outputs. Thank you so much though!
Nice! Always a good feeling to fix an issue and get everything working 😁
Great... I have been looking for this detail.
Glad I could help!
Can i get the name of the cable i should use if i want to plug it into a audio interface
Good! Straight and Clear...
I hope you have expensive equalizer bro 🤔
Every ,5 have point 1/4(1) & 1/2 (2) 🤔
What is the name of the cables 3:45 ? thanks
Thanks bro
I very much appreciate all the support on this video! If you have any questions you can of course ask below and I will respond, but you can also ask me live on twitch.tv/thetechwhiz next time I'm streaming! Thanks for watching!
You have to buy your trs cables separately than the monitors.
Can I plug my Mackie Studio Monitor (CR3) speakers directly into my Alienware Aurora R5 PC?
Yes just use the included RCA to 3.5 mm cable that cable with the speakers and plug the 3.5mm cable directly into your PC.
thank you sir
TheTechWhiz Which are the better sound quality between using audio interface and without it?
If you get a good audio interface that will certainly give you a better sound quality than just using your onboard sound card built into your computer. Think of an audio interface like a higher quality external sound card.
What if my audio interface doesn’t have an audio jack port😣😣😣
My computer also only has 4 usb c ports
How do you turn them into stereo
Great video thanks a lot
Hello!! Thanks for the tuto. It worked great. BUT.. recently i ve reinstalled my windows 10 and something odd started to hapen. The speakers work fine with my audio interface (focusrite scarlet solo 1st gen) but when i plug in my headphones nothing happens. Theres is no way to make them sound through my audio interface. Any advice?
Before the Windows reinstallation i just had to plug them in, and the sound would strart goin through my headphones. Thanks
Glad I could help. Are you plugging your headphones in to your audio interface or your computer?
@@TheTechWhiz audio interface, as i did Before formating my pc. Its very strange since i installed the same drivers that i did Before.
Do you have the direct monitoring switched on in your audio interface? Do you have the default recording and playback device set as your interface?
@@TheTechWhiz direct monitoring is off since i dont need to hear my mic or guitar at the moment. I want to hear Windows sounds as i did Before. And YES, my audio interface is set as default comunication device.
Hmm. Not sure if it matters but make sure it's set as default device, not communication device. This ensures all programs use it for all audio and not just audio/video calling. If that doesn't work and you're sure there is nothing wrong with your headphones (i.e. they work on other devices) then I'd say try uninstalling and reinstalling drivers. If still nothing I'm not sure what to tell you, could either be bad drivers not working or something wrong with your interface
I got a solo interface and I don’t think the cables will fit on it any recommend cables ?
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TheTechWhiz thanks bro