Description
The POWERPLAY p1 personal in-ear monitor (IEM) amplifier puts control where it’ most useful right at the artist’ fingertips. Whether on stage or in the studio, the p1 provides performers and recording artists with a dependable and affordable personal monitoring solution. Drummer-Proof output the p1′ high-power headphone output ensures that as the band gets louder, you’ll still be able to hear every nuance of your performance. And the p1′ simple user interface makes it easy for everyone to dial in a perfect mix every time. Using the p1 also helps protect your hearing in two ways. First, thanks to a built-in current limiter, unexpected peaks in signal level won’t get to your ears. Second, the simple act of wearing headphones or earbuds helps isolate your ears from loud stage volume of instrument amps and monitor wedges. With the p1, you can clearly hear your own performance and blend in the ideal amount of the rest of the band. The perfect monitor mix dual XLR inputs allow 2-channel, mono or stereo operation with a convenient mix function which allows you to run two sources into the p1 and dial-in exactly what you want to hear as you perform. Two simple controls, level and balance, help you achieve the perfect mix in an instant. The p1 lets you take control of what you hear and allows the engineer to concentrate on providing the audience the best listening experience. Plus, setup is so fast and easy, letting you concentrate on putting on the best performance when you hit the stage. Power to last one little 9 v battery lasts up to 12 hours, so the p1 will go as long as your next show or studio recording session! or, use the optional PSU-SB dc power supply for the ultimate in dependable power. And the p1’s metal chassis is built like a tank to handle even your most- demanding and energetic performance. Small enough to hang on your belt or mount on a mic or drum stand.
In-Ear monitor amplifier for personal monitor applications
- Model Number:P1/B
- Shipping:Ships Within 1-2 Days
Jeff Schoonover –
Behringer makes another winner! great design and build, silent noise floor, powers my Westone dual-driver monitors with serious authority. I have a set of high dollar high Ohm over-ear Sennheisers too, and this drives them perfectly with great sound quality. I bought this as an alternative to an EXPENSIVE wireless setup for my IEM’s, but it sounds so good, I’m considering not even bothering with wireless at this point.
Some have criticized the battery box. I think it’s perfect actually, and here’s why. Others want more room in the box to change the battery instantly. I like that the unit houses the battery snugly with no rattle or wiggle. This makes the unit seem more solid because nothing rattles around, even when you shake it. I have worn many wireless units with larger battery boxes, and the rattling of the battery can be felt when I’m moving around. It’s minor, but annoying.
Changing it is still very simple, and done without tools. It’s just that the battery doesn’t come falling out when you open the case.
B. Simmons –
We use these at our church to give the musicians a stereo headphone monitor. We use to run mono, but upgraded our board to a model that had enough aux outputs to move to stereo. We had to replace our mono headphone amps and these are great. They are not very expensive and work very well. We actually power them using the 9v battery option just to keep the stage looking a little cleaner. The batteries have lasted several weeks now and haven’t needed to be replaced. They are used about 3 hours each week, so that isn’t a ton, but we’ve gotten at least 12-15 hours of use on the 9v and haven’t replaced them yet. They can be powered by a continuous power supply however if you don’t want to use batteries. The volume control is nice and big and the other controls/buttons are well labeled and easy to use. If you need to convert an XLR output to use with headphones, this is a great product to use.
J Knorr –
As a traveling musican, I have been using this in place of a personal mixer for live performances. I am a keyboardist and need feed a direct line to the left channel. Then I feed a custom mix from the house to the right. This is typically the same mix in the wedge. But for some shows where we have a professional sound company, I can get an additional custom mix to the Right channel.
This feeds my in-ear mix. This unit has a Mono/Stereo option; so, i can mix both channels to both ears. Use the main volume to control over all level. And then I use the pan to gain my direct keyboard mix and custom monitor mix.
Kimberly Goldstein –
I used it for work and the audio guy was able to plug me right into the sound. Worked great! Only thing is if you use it all day the battery will need to be replaced fairly soon. But that is expected, I guess. Works great!!!
Willie –
I mainly use this as a click track. I would recommend it.
Jake S. –
I’m a drummer, and remember the days of when I first started using in ears, having to haul around a mixing board, extra power supply, extra cables, etc.
This thing ROCKS. I use one channel for a click track live, and the other for my monitor mix. The ability to clip it onto my belt and move around while playing(I’m one of those drummers that moves around a lot and stands up frequently) is amazing for me. Plus, in 1 year, I’ve only used 1 9v battery!
I was hesitant because the name Behringer was on it, but after it was suggested I tried it out and will never look back.
Bruce W –
Really cool.
S. Silehca –
The device is great, but the listing doesn’t mention that it requires line-level, not mic-level, XLR input. I was sending the signal directly from a mic to the P1 which didn’t work. (I then tried the Behringer Powerplay P2 which does accept mic-level input, but unlike the P1, the P2 had a lot of static. I returned it too and ended up with a Rolls PM50se.)