MASTER AUDIO – USB082FX Compact size mixer with effects and USB port

The highly-acclaimed and successful Soundcraft GB Series has gained another new member, the Soundcraft GB2R.

This 19” rack-mountable mixer is designed specifically for smaller installations in churches and performance venues, or for small portable PA systems. It will also find friends in Broadcast where its high quality and feature set will be very appealing.

Available in two variants, the GB2R offers either 16 mono inputs to a stereo mix output, or a 12.2 version with 12 mono inputs, two full-feature stereo inputs and 2 group busses, each model having 6 auxiliary sends.

As always with Soundcraft consoles, emphasis has been placed on operational simplicity, clear and intuitive layout and the highest possible audio performance. The Soundcraft GB2R inherits both the GB30 Mic preamplifier and GB30 Equaliser designs from the GB4 and GB8.

For ease of installation, the connector section is contained in a rotatable pod, allowing cable access from the top of the mixer if sat on a table-top, or from the rear when mounted in a 19” rack.

On the stereo inputs on the 12.2 model, connectors are provided for both Mic and Line inputs. With Mic signals routed to the local channel, the Line inputs are available as stereo returns to the main mix bus. Two stereo returns and a 2-track (for example CD replay) input are provided, which means that the GB2R-12.2 model can offer up to 26 inputs to mix in a mixer just 19” (485mm) wide.

Every input has a pre/post switchable direct output for recording or effects sends, while an internal universal voltage PSU avoids external power supply connections.

The whole GB Series carries the high quality hallmark with which Soundcraft is synonymous, with engineering and design as youʼd expect from this high-end manufacturer. Careful attention has been given to the mechanical construction, to ensure reliability and ruggedness under strenuous conditions, with all input modules being constructed with individual vertically-mounted pcbʼs, fitted to the steel chassis front panel with individually-nutted potentiometers.

• Technical Specifications
• Frequency Response Mic/Line Input to any output, 20Hz - 20kHz..
• THD + N Mic sens. -30dBu, +20dBu at all outputs @1kHz..
• Noise Measured RMS, 22Hz to 22kHz Bandwidth
• Mic E.I.N. @ unity gain,150Ω source impedance.. -128dBu
• Mix Output, 40 inputs routed to mix..
• Group & Centre Outputs..
• Aux Outputs (GB2 Groups only)..
• Matrix Outputs..
• Crosstalk Input Channel Mute..
• (@1kHz, typical) Input Fader cut-off..
• Pan isolation..
• Mix route isolation..
• Group route isolation..
• Adjacent channel crosstalk..
• Group to Mix..
• Aux Send pots offness (typical)..
• Matrix Send pots offness (typical)
• CMRR Typical @ 1kHz.. 80dB
• Input & Output Mono & Stereo Mic Inputs.. +15dBu
• Max Levels Mono & Stereo Line Inputs.. +30dBu
• Stereo Returns & Insert Returns.. +20dBu
• Any output.. +20dBu
• Nominal Operating Level.. 0dBu
• Headphone Power.. 2 x 250mW into 200Ω
• Input & Output Mic Inputs.. 2kΩ
• Impedances Line Inputs and Stereo Returns.. 10kΩ
• Input channels Insert Return.. 5kΩ with EQ in, otherwise 3kΩ
• Mix, Group, Aux, Matrix & Direct outputs.. 150Ω
• Insert sends.. 75Ω
• Recommended Headphone Impedance.. 100 - 600Ω
• High pass filter (Mono input).. 100Hz, 18dB per octave
• EQ (Mono input) HF.. 13kHz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
• Hi-Mid.. 550Hz-13kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1.5
• Lo-Mid.. 80Hz-1.9kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1.5
• LF.. 80Hz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
• EQ (Stereo input) HF.. 13kHz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
• Hi-Mid.. 2.5kHz, +/-15dB, Q=0.8
• Lo-Mid.. 450Hz, +/-15dB, Q=0.8
• LF.. 80Hz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
• Metering Input channels (GB4/GB8).. Single tri-colour 4-segment LED bargraph
• Outputs (GB4).. 7 tri-colour 12-segment LED bargraphs
• Outputs (GB8).. 11 tri-colour 12-segment LED bargraphs,
• + Meterpod with 3 VU meters (L/R/C)
• Outputs (GB2/GB2R).. 2 tri-coloured 12-segment LED bargraphs,
• (indicates monitor source level)
• Power consumption AC mains supply (internal PSU) 85V-270V AC, 50/60Hz universal input
• Power consumption.. Less than 150W
• Operating conditions Temperature range.. -10ºC to +30ºC
• Relative humidity.. 0% to 80%

• Features
• * 19” Rackmountable console
  
• * 16 channel version, with 16 mono inputs, Stereo Mix and Mono Sum Outputs and 6 Aux Outputs. - Total Inputs to Mix: 22
  
• * 12.2 channel version, with 12 mono inputs and 2 stereo inputs, 1 Stereo Sub Group Output, Mix and Mono Sum Outputs, and 6 Aux Outputs - Total Inputs to Mix: 26 (when Mics used on stereo input)
  
• * Rotatable connector pod for top or rear cable entry
  
• * 8 (GB2R-16) or 10 (GB2R-12.2) busses
  
• * 2 full feature stereo inputs (GB2R-12.2 version)
  
• * GB30 Mic preamp and precision EQ on inputs
  
• * Switchable +48V phantom power on every mic input
  
• * 100Hz Hi-pass filter
  
• * Direct outputs on every channel
  
• * 100mm faders
  
• * Stereo Mix Output and separate Mono Sum output
  
• * Record output
  
• * Internal Universal switched mode PSU

Expand Your MCU with More Faders !

The Mackie Control Extender Pro is a control surface extender that expands your Mackie Control Universal Pro unit with the addition of eight motorized, touch-sensitive Penny + Giles faders, plus V-Pot rotary encoders and push-buttons on every channel strip. The Mackie Control Extender Pro module attaches seamlessly to the Control Universal Pro unit, integrating with all the main control surface's functions and commands without the need for any external hardware. You can expand your MCU's ability to control your DAW even further with the addition of the Mackie Control Extender Pro.

The Mackie Control Extender Pro features the same 100mm touch-sensitive optical Penny + Giles motorized faders as the MCU Pro control surface. These smooth faders give you the tactile, responsive feel of an analog console while accurately commanding your state-of-the-art DAW software.

Each of the Mackie Control Extender Pro's eight channels features a multi-function V-Pot for fast and accurate control of panning, effects levels, and more. Also included on each channel strip are mute, solo, pan, send level, and record arm functions, as well as a full meter display.

The Mackie Control Extender Pro is literally the "right hand man" of the Mackie Control Universal Pro control surface. Once connected, it's seamlessly integrated into the system, so all parameters, automation, and other control commands are communicated in concert with the rest of the system - no external hardware required!


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Soundcraft FX16ii - rebirth of a classic

The Soundcraft FX16ii mixer uses the same AudioDNA processor featured in many of the Digitech and Lexicon outboard equipment including the highly respected Lexicon MX500 processor. With over 35 years experience, the Lexicon name is synonymous with the best reverb and processing in the business, ensuring the finest quality effects not usually found in a console at this price level.

The Soundcraft FX16ii offers a combination of powerful live and recording features; each channel has a Direct Output which is individually switch-able pre or post fader to enable use with 16-track recording systems. The Lexicon effects work just as well in the live as well as the recording environment with a tap tempo function, 3 parameter controls, user effects settings store ability, effects clip LED and 32 powerful and editable effects to choose from.

The use of the latest PCB surface mount technology means that the Soundcraft FX16ii fits all of these features into a rugged, compact frame which can be optionally rack-mounted into a 10U space via Soundcraft FX16ii's rotating connector pod which allows cables to be connected conveniently behind the rack and save rack space.

Soundcraft FX16ii main features include:

• 26 inputs
• 16 mono microphone channels
• 4 stereo returns
• 4-bus architecture, with sub-group routable to mix
• Built-in 24 bit Lexicon digital effects processor
• 32 FX settings
• Tap Tempo
• 3 FX parameter adjust rotaries
• User FX settings store function
• Direct outputs for multi-track recording individually switch-able for pre-post-fade operation
• Inserts on all mono channels
• Inserts on stereo mix output
• Classic Soundcraft 3-band EQ with swept mid-band
• Stereo 18dB/octave 100Hz high-pass filter
• Dual global +48V phantom power split channels 1-8 and 9-16
• Channel Mute control
• 10-segment tri-coloured metering
• Two sub-group outputs
• Separate mono sum output
• Integral universal power supply

• 6 Mono & 2 Stereo Input Channels
• 6x GB30 Microphone Preamplifiers
• Recording and Live Sound Audio Console
• Compact Mobile Enclosure