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title: "POWERPLAY P1 Personal In-Ear Monitor Amplifier"
brand: "behringer"
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# High-power, drummer-proof headphone output Dual XLR inputs with stereo/mono switch 12V battery powered for mobility POWERPLAY P1 Personal In-Ear Monitor Amplifier

**Brand:** behringer
**Price:** ₩161991
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Own your stage sound with the POWERPLAY P1 — where pro reliability meets unbeatable value!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** POWERPLAY P1 Personal In-Ear Monitor Amplifier by behringer
- **How much does it cost?** ₩161991 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/4489431-powerplay-p1-personal-in-ear-monitor-amplifier)

## Best For

- behringer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted behringer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Affordable Pro Sound:** Unbeatable price point delivering clear, powerful in-ear monitoring
- • **Compact & Clip-ready:** Lightweight metal chassis with belt clip and mic stand mount for on-the-go convenience
- • **Pro-grade Connectivity:** Dual XLR inputs ensure pristine, noise-free audio feeds
- • **Rock-solid Reliability:** Trusted by pros for 6+ years of weekly use without fail
- • **Stereo or Mono Mastery:** Seamlessly switch between stereo and mono with intuitive mix control

## Overview

The Behringer POWERPLAY P1 is a compact, battery-powered personal in-ear monitor amplifier featuring dual XLR inputs for flexible stereo or mono operation. Designed for live performers, it delivers high-power, drummer-proof headphone output with level and balance controls, housed in a durable metal body with belt clip and mic stand mount. Praised for its reliability and affordability, it’s a go-to choice for professionals seeking clear, customizable monitoring on stage.

## Description

In-ear monitor amplifier for personal monitor applications

Review: Passes the drummer test! - OK, so let me start out by saying I have a LONG history with Behringer products. Most of my experience has been so-so at best. Starting in the early days with the reverse-engineered, made in China clones of dbx, Mackie, Aphex and others - the quality has always been hit and miss but for me, mostly misses. Recently, Behringer seems to have switched gears (somewhat) and are buying up some pretty well known manufacturers and making an effort to establish themselves as a legitimate pro audio leader. So I have been paying attention to their more recent offerings. I play drums and use IEMs. When I needed a headphone amp, I started looking at all of the usual suspects. Price was not the main concern - I don't mind paying for quality gear - but I am not a gear snob either. The Behringer had some pretty cool features, including XLR inputs, a mic stand mount, and a belt clip. It was decently small and for under $50.00, I figured it was worth checking out. If I hated it I could always return it. A year later, I am still using it. It fits the bill pretty nicely for me. Is it audiophile quality? No. However, given the environment it has enough output and headroom to work well for me. The low end is solid and the top end does not seem overly harsh. Be careful though - if you are using consumer earbuds you may not get the same results. I use custom molded triple driver ear monitors that are up to the task and offer a lot of isolation from the ambient drum and stage volume. Even so, the P1 is usually run near the top of its output range. Be careful that you run a clean signal to it, and don't overdrive the inputs (but this is true for ANY headphone amplifier). There are a few negatives - but considering the price of the unit, it definitely earns 4 stars. The negatives - (1) No power supply is included which is really pretty silly given its intended application. The battery option is nice, but probably not used much. This is a wired unit, meaning you are going to be relatively stationary - so a power supply over a battery is a no brainer. (2) XLR inputs only. Would be nice if one of the XLRs was a combo connector that could be used with a TRS input for a stereo feed. Depending on what you are sending, you may need some extra cabling. (3) Limiter cannot be bypassed. I prefer to use the compressor/limiter on my console or IEM processor as it is much more musical and exact. I get it as a safety feature for novices - but make it a jumper or something internal that has to be intentional and that would likely discourage most people that may not hear the difference anyway from bothering with it. Overall, this unit was a pleasant surprise. And since its been a year since I purchased it - it has proven reliable thus far. Update 11/28/2023 - I have had this unit for 6 years, used almost weekly, without a failure. Even with the shortcomings mentioned, it deserves a 5 star rating for reliability alone so I have updated this review.
Review: Incredible Stereo Monitor. Price Can't Be Beat. - How I use it: live weekly. I'm a guitarist I run the unit in stereo Pros: Stereo (or mono) Panning feature Simple Belt clip Can mount to mic stand easily inexpensive!!! Cons: Wired (x2 for stereo) Battery can take a minute or so to change out I imagine battery door will be first part to fail My two cents: At the price point nothing comes close to matching it. I am generally not a fan of Behringer, but this thing is a homerun. Given the choice between running wireless IEMs mono or running wired IEMs in stereo I'll choose stereo wired every time. The subtle panning of your mix is infinitely better in my opinion. The drivers in your headphones don't have to work as hard; the mix will sound less muddy. You get a better sense of space and don't feel so "trapped in a box" when you can monitor with stereo. I've used mono wireless IEMs for years because stereo was just not an option for my regular venue (church). Stereo became an option (church got a much better mixer) so I decided to drop $50 and give these a try. Night and day difference. I let my bandmates listen to my mix; now they're buying these (one has already). Ultimately, I don't expect my unit to last for ever, but I could go through ten of them for less money than my mono wireless IEMs cost.

## Features

- In-ear monitor amplifier for personal monitor applications
- High power and "drummer proof" headphones output
- Dual XLR inputs allow for 2-channel mono or stereo operation
- Switchable stereo/mono operation with mix function
- Level and Balance/Mix controls

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00GRKXRMK |
| Batteries | 1 12V batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #39,228 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #78 in Headphone Amps |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Professional Audio Equipment, Mixers, Live Performance Devices |
| Connector Type | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,591) |
| Date First Available | November 7, 2013 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Item model number | Powerplay P1 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 4.92 x 3.35 x 1.77 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Behringer
- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Metal
- **Model Name:** P1
- **Style:** POWERPLAY P1

## Images

![POWERPLAY P1 Personal In-Ear Monitor Amplifier - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KNolNkVrL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this work with a microphone plugged directly in, or does it require a line level input to operate?**
A: It's strictly a monitor for on stage use. It does not have phantom power (power to make a Mic work) therefore it wouldn't power a Mic. It's strictly an output from your mixer to your ears

**Q: Can i intercept some of the vocalist microphone audio and amplify for an earpiece? My vocalists needs to hear themselves but my mixer is far a way.**
A: I think you could get the functionality by inserting a small personal mixer (e.g. Behringer 502) in between your mic and the main mixer.  Plug your mic into one of its inputs. Then run one XLR output to the main mixer, and another to your personal in ear monitor system

**Q: For my monitor mix, would I come from the boards AUX channel? Or should I come from a power amplifier? Looking to not blow up my new toy**
A: You would definitely come from the aux mix from your board. It takes a line level signal and not an amplified signal from an amp. If you neeed to call me from your amp then this is not the correct rig. There are boxes that comvert powered signal to headphone level. But DO NOT do it with this Behringer. Hope this helps.

**Q: Could i plug the p1 into a monitor mix (using a speakon -> male xlr cable) that's already powered via an amp? or would this blow things up?**
A: No, only speakers with the appropriate impedance should be connected to a power amp output. The P1 is looking for line level voltage, not a power amp output. You would more than likely "blow it up" and damage your power amp as well.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Passes the drummer test!
*by P***S on December 31, 2018*

OK, so let me start out by saying I have a LONG history with Behringer products. Most of my experience has been so-so at best. Starting in the early days with the reverse-engineered, made in China clones of dbx, Mackie, Aphex and others - the quality has always been hit and miss but for me, mostly misses. Recently, Behringer seems to have switched gears (somewhat) and are buying up some pretty well known manufacturers and making an effort to establish themselves as a legitimate pro audio leader. So I have been paying attention to their more recent offerings. I play drums and use IEMs. When I needed a headphone amp, I started looking at all of the usual suspects. Price was not the main concern - I don't mind paying for quality gear - but I am not a gear snob either. The Behringer had some pretty cool features, including XLR inputs, a mic stand mount, and a belt clip. It was decently small and for under $50.00, I figured it was worth checking out. If I hated it I could always return it. A year later, I am still using it. It fits the bill pretty nicely for me. Is it audiophile quality? No. However, given the environment it has enough output and headroom to work well for me. The low end is solid and the top end does not seem overly harsh. Be careful though - if you are using consumer earbuds you may not get the same results. I use custom molded triple driver ear monitors that are up to the task and offer a lot of isolation from the ambient drum and stage volume. Even so, the P1 is usually run near the top of its output range. Be careful that you run a clean signal to it, and don't overdrive the inputs (but this is true for ANY headphone amplifier). There are a few negatives - but considering the price of the unit, it definitely earns 4 stars. The negatives - (1) No power supply is included which is really pretty silly given its intended application. The battery option is nice, but probably not used much. This is a wired unit, meaning you are going to be relatively stationary - so a power supply over a battery is a no brainer. (2) XLR inputs only. Would be nice if one of the XLRs was a combo connector that could be used with a TRS input for a stereo feed. Depending on what you are sending, you may need some extra cabling. (3) Limiter cannot be bypassed. I prefer to use the compressor/limiter on my console or IEM processor as it is much more musical and exact. I get it as a safety feature for novices - but make it a jumper or something internal that has to be intentional and that would likely discourage most people that may not hear the difference anyway from bothering with it. Overall, this unit was a pleasant surprise. And since its been a year since I purchased it - it has proven reliable thus far. Update 11/28/2023 - I have had this unit for 6 years, used almost weekly, without a failure. Even with the shortcomings mentioned, it deserves a 5 star rating for reliability alone so I have updated this review.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredible Stereo Monitor. Price Can't Be Beat.
*by P***T on June 7, 2015*

How I use it: live weekly. I'm a guitarist I run the unit in stereo Pros: Stereo (or mono) Panning feature Simple Belt clip Can mount to mic stand easily inexpensive!!! Cons: Wired (x2 for stereo) Battery can take a minute or so to change out I imagine battery door will be first part to fail My two cents: At the price point nothing comes close to matching it. I am generally not a fan of Behringer, but this thing is a homerun. Given the choice between running wireless IEMs mono or running wired IEMs in stereo I'll choose stereo wired every time. The subtle panning of your mix is infinitely better in my opinion. The drivers in your headphones don't have to work as hard; the mix will sound less muddy. You get a better sense of space and don't feel so "trapped in a box" when you can monitor with stereo. I've used mono wireless IEMs for years because stereo was just not an option for my regular venue (church). Stereo became an option (church got a much better mixer) so I decided to drop $50 and give these a try. Night and day difference. I let my bandmates listen to my mix; now they're buying these (one has already). Ultimately, I don't expect my unit to last for ever, but I could go through ten of them for less money than my mono wireless IEMs cost.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great stereo headphone amp for not a lot of money
*by B***S on October 28, 2020*

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.

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