Soundcraft

A Soundcraft mixer takes sound from microphones, instruments, computers, and playback devices, then combines them into one controlled mix. Use each channel to set levels and send audio to speakers, monitors, headphones, or recording equipment.

Many Soundcraft Signature mixers include built-in Lexicon effects, such as reverb and delay. Specific features vary by model, so review the product listing for available effects, output options, power supply details, and USB recording functions.

Monitor outputs can send audio to control-room speakers, stage monitors, or another listening system. Headphone outputs let an engineer listen privately to the main mix or selected sources. Direct outs send an individual channel signal to equipment such as a recorder, audio interface, or external processor.

Many Soundcraft mixers support recording, but features vary by model. Some include an audio interface or USB connection for multitrack recording, stereo recording, or two-channel USB audio playback. Others use direct outs to send each channel to an external recorder or audio interface.

Line inputs work with stronger signals from devices like keyboards, media players, audio interfaces, and computers. Instrument inputs are made for guitars, basses, and similar gear. Matching the device to the correct input helps the mixer handle the signal properly.

Phantom power sends electricity through an XLR cable to compatible condenser microphones and active DI boxes. Check your microphone or device documentation before turning it on, especially with older ribbon microphones or specialized gear.

XLR mic inputs connect professional microphones and many wireless microphone receivers. They use a mic preamp to raise the incoming microphone signal to a workable level for the rest of the mixer.

Count every source you need connected at the same time, including vocal microphones, instruments, wireless systems, computer audio, and media playback. Choose a mixer with enough input channels for your current setup and some room to grow.

AVGear’s available Soundcraft inventory can include mixers, digital and analog consoles, compact desktop mixers, audio interfaces, and related professional audio equipment. Inventory changes as equipment is bought, traded, consigned, and sold, so check the collection page for current availability or contact us.