Connecting a compressor to a mixer?

Question

Im currently using rode nt1-a connected into my mixer (behringer xenyx 1202) which goes into my computer.. which is mainly used for recording vocals

my question is... Is it a great idea to buy a compressor like (presonus comp16) and connected it to my mixer?

any better ideas or advice?

thanks!

Answer 1

Yes that is a good idea.  You would connect it between the output of the mixer and the computer.  

Make sure you are setting the "trim" controls properly.  You do not want to see the channel's clip led lighting up too much.

I have owned many Behringer mixers over the years.