# Source Individual Channels Using the DAW output patch points, which are *half-normalled* to the monitor inputs on the console, the signal can be sent to two places simultaneously. In this setup, the signal automatically routes to the monitor inputs, even though it’s not manually patched there, and we also physically patch it to the hearback hub on channel 6 using the patch in the image below. This allows Sally and her band to monitor her performance via the hearback mixer. Because the signal is sent as a pre-fader send, any adjustments made to the console’s faders won’t affect the mix that Sally hears on her hearback mixer, ensuring she receives a consistent and unaffected feed during tracking.   # Sourcing Busses ## Busses on Board We typically route all drum signals to a single bus using Cue A before sending them to a Hearback channel. Ensure that Cue A is activated on the relevant channels to direct the signal correctly. ## Busses on ProTools In ProTools, channels can be grouped and their mixes sent out through DAW outputs. This method of combining and sending signals is equally valid and was the approach used by UCSD in Studio A.