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  • Podcast Studio in a Box
  • 4 Broadcast-Quality XLR Mic Inputs, +48V
  • 8 Faders to Control Audio Levels
  • Onboard & USB Multitrack Recording
  • Podcast Studio in a Box
  • 4 Broadcast-Quality XLR Mic Inputs, +48V
  • 8 Faders to Control Audio Levels
  • Onboard & USB Multitrack Recording

 

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Creating a quality podcast just got a lot easier with the RODECaster Pro from Rode, a revolutionary podcast studio that incorporates all the professional tools of the trade in a compact all-in-one unit. It is well suited for professionals or for those who are just starting out and in need of a straightforward solution. The unit simplifies the technical aspects of podcast production so you can focus on making great content using the company’s world-renowned broadcast-quality audio.

The RODECaster Pro integrates a mixer, sound effects player, phone tap for taking phone calls, recorder, and more, all in one box—saving you the time and hassle of setting up the components by yourself and at a cost significantly lower than buying them separately. It offers a powerful platform to get up and running right away, recording sophisticated podcasts in the studio or on the move.

Offering an internal recorder and a host of podcast-friendly features, the RODECaster Pro lets you produce and mix podcasts on the fly with up to four microphones, music, prerecorded segments, and remote guests on calls all going on at once. The unit offers mix-minus functions over the TRRS, Bluetooth, and USB connections facilitating echo-free interviews via phone or app calls. With smartly designed features like main host channel controls, programmable sound pads for launching jingles and FX, and APHEX processing that gives your voice the rich and warm sound of a professional broadcaster, this console is destined to become a standard in the field of podcast production.

The RODECaster Pro goes beyond what a traditional mixing console does. It is equipped with four high-quality XLR mic inputs, four discrete headphone outputs, eight faders to control audio levels, and Bluetooth, USB, and TRRS connectivity. The unit captures audio internally to a microSD card or to your computer via USB, and its flexible workflow lets you record a mixed-down stereo file for fast uploading to your hosting service while also recording each of the sources to its own track for later post-production.

Easy to operate with ergonomically located controls and a large full-color touchscreen, the RODECaster Pro is ready to use within minutes of opening the box. Just add mics (such as the perfectly matched Rode PodMic), broadcast boom arms, headphones, and a microSD card, and you’re ready to start recording your podcast or to begin streaming it live via your smartphone or computer.

Start a 4-Person Podcast in Minutes

  • Quickly connect microphones for you and your guests—up to four people. The four, high-quality microphone XLR inputs, each with 48V phantom power, are capable of powering studio condenser microphones as well as conventional dynamic microphones.
  • With automatic level setting and one-touch recording to the onboard microSD card, you can start recording your first podcasts within minutes of taking the RODECaster Pro out of the box. Onboard presets for a variety of microphones deliver broadcast-quality sound with a single touch.

8 Sound Pads with FX Save You Time in Post-Production

  • Sound effects are perfect for giving your podcast a polished feel and the eight sound pads allow you to instantly launch effects, music, jingles, applause, prerecorded interviews, ads—saving you the time and hassle of adding them later in post-production.
  • You can record audio directly to the pads from any of the audio inputs, or simply drag and drop files from your computer using the RODECaster Pro app (free download).
  • You can even select the color of your choice for the pad illumination, a convenient way to remember which effect is on which pad.

Interview a Guest Remotely via Phone Call

  • Interview a guest for your podcast remotely, via a phone call or apps like Skype, FaceTime, and more.
  • Prevent echoes: simply connect your smartphone to the RODECaster Pro via Bluetooth or TRRS cable, or to your computer via USB, and the unit automatically provides a mix-minus, preventing the person on the other end of the call from hearing a distracting echo.
  • Achieve clear-sounding podcasts without the need to purchase additional hardware or setup complex signal routings with cables.

RODE Renowned Broadcast-Quality Audio

  • The four pristine mic preamps feature servo-biased Class-A circuitry, which provides a clean gain structure with low levels of distortion, for a low-noise signal that rivals the best broadcast consoles.
  • Each preamp provides +48V phantom power on rugged Neutrik XLR connectors, giving you the option to use condenser microphones for a bright and transparent voice.

APHEX Processing for Rich and Warm Voice

  • The sound of your microphones can be quickly enhanced with the onboard APHEX Exciter and Big Bottom processors.
  • Found in most broadcast studios, the Exciter elevates speech clarity, while the Big Bottom adds that warm and deep voice-of-God low-frequency punch to your voice.
  • These effects are also available to bring out the details of the music or speech audio from your Bluetooth, USB, or TRRS connections.

Shape Your Sound with Intuitive Audio Processing

  • The RODECaster Pro is equipped with advanced audio processing options for each channel. From a list of mic profiles, choose the one that is most similar to the actual mic you are using on your voice, and the software will automatically match the digital signal processing to that microphone.
  • Voice settings are also available to compensate for the strength and tone of the participant’s voices. You can select either the Deep, Medium, or High voice preset; the Soft preset for soft-spoken speakers; or the Strong preset for those with louder voices.
  • The levels can also be programmed to dynamically change the loudness of the voice of the person speaking, making it easy for users without any audio experience to perfectly set the gain on their microphone. Also included is a set of multistage dynamics effects, such as compression, limiting, de-essing, and noise-gating.

Stay in Control of Your Podcast

  • The Main Host channel (Mic Channel 1) features Ducking, which turns down all audio sources every single time the host speaks. This allows the host to always be heard even when multiple people are speaking over one another.
  • The host has exclusive access to advanced functions to control the flow of the podcast during the recording, such as muting and soloing channels using buttons located along the front of the unit.

Capture Your Podcast Without a Separate Recorder

  • The RODECaster Pro features an internal microSD card recorder capable of recording a stereo “live mix” of your podcast along with 12 additional tracks for each of the sources—one mono track per microphone and a stereo track for each of the following: the USB source, the 3.5mm TRRS input, the Bluetooth stream, and the summed output of the sound pads.
  • Simply insert the card in the slot on the back of the unit, and hit the record button.
  • A timer on the touchscreen lets you know how long you have been broadcasting.
  • You can also add markers to your podcast on the fly, to mark significant passages while recording.
  • To prevent you from accidentally ruining your podcast, you cannot access any advanced settings while in record mode.

Stream, Record, and Playback on Your Computer

  • The RODECaster Pro is a class-compliant USB audio interface.
  • This means you can connect the unit to your computer via USB and record 12 tracks of individual sources along with a stereo mix of your podcast to your favorite DAW or recording software. You can also bring in audio from your computer to the dedicated USB channel on the RODECaster Pro.

Clear Headphone Monitoring for Host and Guests

  • The RODECaster Pro comes equipped with four, high-powered headphone outputs using discrete circuitry for clarity and presence.
  • Each person has an individual volume control so that they can monitor comfortably while recording the podcast.
  • For convenience, the host channel has the option to plug a set of headphone with a 3.5mm plug directly into the front of the unit.
  • A switchable headphone limiter protects you from deafening spikes.

Plugs Easily into a Live PA System

  • If you’re hosting your podcast at live events with an audience, a set of speaker outputs with a dedicated volume control allows you to connect the RODECaster Pro to a PA system.
  • You can amplify the podcast for your live audience, while streaming to your audiences all around the world via USB connectivity.
Form Factor Tabletop
Display 1 x Touchscreen
Channels of I/O USB:
14 Input / 2 Output
Max Sample Rate/Resolution 48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Mic Preamps 4
Input Level Adjustment 8 x Fader
Number of Headphone Mixes 4 x Guest with Mix-Minus
Solo/Mute Mute per Input Channel
Sample Pads 8 x Assignable
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O 4 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line Input
4 x 1/4″ TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
2 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Monitor Output
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power +48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O None
Host Connection / USB 1 x USB Type-C
Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth
Memory Card Slot 1 x microSD (Unspecified Type)
Performance
Frequency Response Mic Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB
Monitor Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
Gain/Trim Range Mic Inputs:
0 dB Up to +50 dB
Max Output Level Monitor Outputs:
+3 dBu
Headphone Output Power 220 mW into 32 Ohms
31 mW into 300 Ohms
Impedance Mic Inputs:
600 Kilohms (Balanced)
Dynamic Range Mic Inputs:
100 dB
EIN -125 dBA
Digital Audio
Sample Rates 48 kHz (AD/DA Conversion)
Bit Depths 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
Compatibility
OS Compatibility macOS 10.11
Windows 10
Power
Power Requirements AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter 12 V at 5000 mA, Center-Positive (Included)
Physical
Anti-Theft Features None
Dimensions 13.8 x 10.8 x 3.2″ / 350 x 275 x 82 mm
Weight 4.2 lb / 1.9 kg
Weight 2 kg

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Description
  • Podcast Studio in a Box
  • 4 Broadcast-Quality XLR Mic Inputs, +48V
  • 8 Faders to Control Audio Levels
  • Onboard & USB Multitrack Recording
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Creating a quality podcast just got a lot easier with the RODECaster Pro from Rode, a revolutionary podcast studio that incorporates all the professional tools of the trade in a compact all-in-one unit. It is well suited for professionals or for those who are just starting out and in need of a straightforward solution. The unit simplifies the technical aspects of podcast production so you can focus on making great content using the company's world-renowned broadcast-quality audio. The RODECaster Pro integrates a mixer, sound effects player, phone tap for taking phone calls, recorder, and more, all in one box—saving you the time and hassle of setting up the components by yourself and at a cost significantly lower than buying them separately. It offers a powerful platform to get up and running right away, recording sophisticated podcasts in the studio or on the move. Offering an internal recorder and a host of podcast-friendly features, the RODECaster Pro lets you produce and mix podcasts on the fly with up to four microphones, music, prerecorded segments, and remote guests on calls all going on at once. The unit offers mix-minus functions over the TRRS, Bluetooth, and USB connections facilitating echo-free interviews via phone or app calls. With smartly designed features like main host channel controls, programmable sound pads for launching jingles and FX, and APHEX processing that gives your voice the rich and warm sound of a professional broadcaster, this console is destined to become a standard in the field of podcast production. The RODECaster Pro goes beyond what a traditional mixing console does. It is equipped with four high-quality XLR mic inputs, four discrete headphone outputs, eight faders to control audio levels, and Bluetooth, USB, and TRRS connectivity. The unit captures audio internally to a microSD card or to your computer via USB, and its flexible workflow lets you record a mixed-down stereo file for fast uploading to your hosting service while also recording each of the sources to its own track for later post-production. Easy to operate with ergonomically located controls and a large full-color touchscreen, the RODECaster Pro is ready to use within minutes of opening the box. Just add mics (such as the perfectly matched Rode PodMic), broadcast boom arms, headphones, and a microSD card, and you're ready to start recording your podcast or to begin streaming it live via your smartphone or computer.

Start a 4-Person Podcast in Minutes

  • Quickly connect microphones for you and your guests—up to four people. The four, high-quality microphone XLR inputs, each with 48V phantom power, are capable of powering studio condenser microphones as well as conventional dynamic microphones.
  • With automatic level setting and one-touch recording to the onboard microSD card, you can start recording your first podcasts within minutes of taking the RODECaster Pro out of the box. Onboard presets for a variety of microphones deliver broadcast-quality sound with a single touch.

8 Sound Pads with FX Save You Time in Post-Production

  • Sound effects are perfect for giving your podcast a polished feel and the eight sound pads allow you to instantly launch effects, music, jingles, applause, prerecorded interviews, ads—saving you the time and hassle of adding them later in post-production.
  • You can record audio directly to the pads from any of the audio inputs, or simply drag and drop files from your computer using the RODECaster Pro app (free download).
  • You can even select the color of your choice for the pad illumination, a convenient way to remember which effect is on which pad.

Interview a Guest Remotely via Phone Call

  • Interview a guest for your podcast remotely, via a phone call or apps like Skype, FaceTime, and more.
  • Prevent echoes: simply connect your smartphone to the RODECaster Pro via Bluetooth or TRRS cable, or to your computer via USB, and the unit automatically provides a mix-minus, preventing the person on the other end of the call from hearing a distracting echo.
  • Achieve clear-sounding podcasts without the need to purchase additional hardware or setup complex signal routings with cables.

RODE Renowned Broadcast-Quality Audio

  • The four pristine mic preamps feature servo-biased Class-A circuitry, which provides a clean gain structure with low levels of distortion, for a low-noise signal that rivals the best broadcast consoles.
  • Each preamp provides +48V phantom power on rugged Neutrik XLR connectors, giving you the option to use condenser microphones for a bright and transparent voice.

APHEX Processing for Rich and Warm Voice

  • The sound of your microphones can be quickly enhanced with the onboard APHEX Exciter and Big Bottom processors.
  • Found in most broadcast studios, the Exciter elevates speech clarity, while the Big Bottom adds that warm and deep voice-of-God low-frequency punch to your voice.
  • These effects are also available to bring out the details of the music or speech audio from your Bluetooth, USB, or TRRS connections.

Shape Your Sound with Intuitive Audio Processing

  • The RODECaster Pro is equipped with advanced audio processing options for each channel. From a list of mic profiles, choose the one that is most similar to the actual mic you are using on your voice, and the software will automatically match the digital signal processing to that microphone.
  • Voice settings are also available to compensate for the strength and tone of the participant's voices. You can select either the Deep, Medium, or High voice preset; the Soft preset for soft-spoken speakers; or the Strong preset for those with louder voices.
  • The levels can also be programmed to dynamically change the loudness of the voice of the person speaking, making it easy for users without any audio experience to perfectly set the gain on their microphone. Also included is a set of multistage dynamics effects, such as compression, limiting, de-essing, and noise-gating.

Stay in Control of Your Podcast

  • The Main Host channel (Mic Channel 1) features Ducking, which turns down all audio sources every single time the host speaks. This allows the host to always be heard even when multiple people are speaking over one another.
  • The host has exclusive access to advanced functions to control the flow of the podcast during the recording, such as muting and soloing channels using buttons located along the front of the unit.

Capture Your Podcast Without a Separate Recorder

  • The RODECaster Pro features an internal microSD card recorder capable of recording a stereo “live mix” of your podcast along with 12 additional tracks for each of the sources—one mono track per microphone and a stereo track for each of the following: the USB source, the 3.5mm TRRS input, the Bluetooth stream, and the summed output of the sound pads.
  • Simply insert the card in the slot on the back of the unit, and hit the record button.
  • A timer on the touchscreen lets you know how long you have been broadcasting.
  • You can also add markers to your podcast on the fly, to mark significant passages while recording.
  • To prevent you from accidentally ruining your podcast, you cannot access any advanced settings while in record mode.

Stream, Record, and Playback on Your Computer

  • The RODECaster Pro is a class-compliant USB audio interface.
  • This means you can connect the unit to your computer via USB and record 12 tracks of individual sources along with a stereo mix of your podcast to your favorite DAW or recording software. You can also bring in audio from your computer to the dedicated USB channel on the RODECaster Pro.

Clear Headphone Monitoring for Host and Guests

  • The RODECaster Pro comes equipped with four, high-powered headphone outputs using discrete circuitry for clarity and presence.
  • Each person has an individual volume control so that they can monitor comfortably while recording the podcast.
  • For convenience, the host channel has the option to plug a set of headphone with a 3.5mm plug directly into the front of the unit.
  • A switchable headphone limiter protects you from deafening spikes.

Plugs Easily into a Live PA System

  • If you're hosting your podcast at live events with an audience, a set of speaker outputs with a dedicated volume control allows you to connect the RODECaster Pro to a PA system.
  • You can amplify the podcast for your live audience, while streaming to your audiences all around the world via USB connectivity.
Form Factor Tabletop
Display 1 x Touchscreen
Channels of I/O USB: 14 Input / 2 Output
Max Sample Rate/Resolution 48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Mic Preamps 4
Input Level Adjustment 8 x Fader
Number of Headphone Mixes 4 x Guest with Mix-Minus
Solo/Mute Mute per Input Channel
Sample Pads 8 x Assignable
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O 4 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line Input 4 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power +48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O None
Host Connection / USB 1 x USB Type-C
Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth
Memory Card Slot 1 x microSD (Unspecified Type)
Performance
Frequency Response Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
Gain/Trim Range Mic Inputs: 0 dB Up to +50 dB
Max Output Level Monitor Outputs: +3 dBu
Headphone Output Power 220 mW into 32 Ohms 31 mW into 300 Ohms
Impedance Mic Inputs: 600 Kilohms (Balanced)
Dynamic Range Mic Inputs: 100 dB
EIN -125 dBA
Digital Audio
Sample Rates 48 kHz (AD/DA Conversion)
Bit Depths 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
Compatibility
OS Compatibility macOS 10.11 Windows 10
Power
Power Requirements AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter 12 V at 5000 mA, Center-Positive (Included)
Physical
Anti-Theft Features None
Dimensions 13.8 x 10.8 x 3.2" / 350 x 275 x 82 mm
Weight 4.2 lb / 1.9 kg

Dual 8-fader sections in a space-saving console that can be used alone or cascaded to another CL console for input expansion.

  • Input channels: 48 mono, 8 stereo.
  • Fader configuration: 8-fader left section, 8-fader Centralogic section, 2-fader master section .
  • Meter bridge optional.
 

General specifications

Sampling frequency rate Internal 44.1kHz / 48kHz
External 44.1kHz: +4.1667%, +0.1%, -0.1%, -4.0% (±200ppm), 48kHz: +4.1667%, +0.1%, -0.1%, -4.0% (±200ppm)
Signal delay Less than 2.5ms, OMNI IN to OMNI OUT, Fs=48kHz
Total harmonic distortion Less than 0.05% 20Hz-20kHz@+4dBu into 600Ω, OMNI IN to OMNI OUT, Input Gain = Min.
Frequency response +0.5, -1.5dB 20Hz-20kHz, refer to +4dBu output @1kHz, OMNI IN to OMNI OUT
Dynamic range 112dB typ.: DA Converter / 108dB typ.: OMNI IN to OMNI OUT, Input Gain = Min.
Crosstalk -100dB*1, adjacent OMNI IN/OMNI OUT channels, Input Gain = Min.
Power requirements US/Canada: 120V 60Hz, Japan: 100V 50/60Hz, China: 110-240V 50/60Hz, Korea: 220V 60Hz, Other: 110-240V 50/60Hz
Power consumption 170W: Internal Power Supply / 200W: Simultaneous use of Internal PSU and External PW800W
Dimensions W 648mm (25 5/8in)
H 299mm (11 3/4in)
D 667mm (26 1/4in)
Net weight 24kg (52.9lb)
Others Temperature Range: Operating temperature range: 0 - 40℃, Storage temperature range: -20 - 60℃

Si Performer 3 Highlights

Massive mix capacity – 80 inputs to mix in a small format live sound digital mixer

2 ViSi Connect™ option card slots with 128x96 input/output paths for expanded digital I/O including the MultiDigital Card (Firewire/USB/ADAT), BSS Digital Audio Bus (BLU Link), Dante™, CAT5 or optical MADI, AVIOM™, CobraNet™ and others.

Assignable Fader Layers - Customise each of the four fader layer pages to meet your needs or add/insert faders to accommodate that additional mic that was not in the patch list!

1 Control = 1 Function - With each control dedicated to a given function there is never any 'layering' of controls or navigating through screens; this allows the Si Performer controls to be labeled on the surface just as they would have been on an analogue mixer.

TOTEM™ - The One Touch Easy Mix; press a single key to mix to an AUX, FX or Matrix bus, the surface and monitoring instantly reconfigure to allow instant mixing to your chosen bus on the faders.

Soundcraft FaderGlow™ - Illuminates the fader slots according to function with clearly defined colours for FX, Stereo, Linked Mono, GEQ, POST Fade Aux, PRE Fade Aux; you'll never be lost again!

DMX interface - control sound and light from the same device.

BSS® GEQ - With a BSS GEQ on every bus there is never any need to assign from a pool of resources and you will never 'run out' of processing.

Security Lockout - Lock the whole console or just selected elements, manage the security with the users and profile settings.

Personal Monitoring Interface - When used with the Si BLU link option card, the Si Performer is a perfect partner to the dbx PMC16 Personal Monitoring System , using simple Cat5 cabling for easy setup.

D.O.G.S. (Direct Out Gain Stabiliser) - Prevents manual change of a mic gain control affecting direct out levels, perfect when 2 consoles share a stagebox or when recording the channel direct outputs.

Global Mode Controls - A row of rotary controls above each fader assignable at the touch of a button to be GAIN, PAN or HPF for all of the inputs allowing instant access to the core functions.

Copy & Paste - Copy whole channels, busses, mixes, Lexicon™ effects, a single part such as the EQ or multiple parts like the channel gate and compressor.

Instant Access Keys - Dedicated keys on the front panel for STORE, RECALL, NEXT, MUTE 1-8, TAP TEMPO and more negate the need to dive into screen & context menus.

Function Focus - Whenever a control is moved or SELect key pressed the screen displays information about the channel identifying the absolute value of the controls and the channel name, number etc.






Key Features

  •  32 mono mic inputs
  •  8 line inputs
  •  80 channels to mix
  •  2 ViSi Connect™ option card slots for 128 x 96 input/output paths
  •  Pre/Post selection per input per bus
  •  Freely assignable faders and patching
  •  Soundcraft FaderGlow™
  •  Colour backlit LCD screens per fader
  •  GEQ on every bus
  •  20 sub-group / aux busses
  •  4 FX busses
  •  8 Matrix busses
  •  LRC Mix busses
  •  LCR panning
  •  4 Stereo Lexicon Effects engines
  •  Delay on inputs and outputs
  •  8 Mute Groups
  •  8 VCA Groups
  •  AES in and out
  •  DMX interface and control - control sound and light simultaneously
  •  Freely assignable insert loops
  •  Harman HiQnet integration
  •  Colour touch screen interface

16 + 2 fader configuration in a compact, rack mountable unit.

  • Mix channels: 32 mono, 8 stereo.
  • Busses: 16 mix, 8 matrix (Input to Matrix supported).
  • Local I/O: 16 in, 8 out.
  • Fader configuration: 16 + 2 (Master).
  • Rack mountable with optional RK1 Rack Mount Kit.

General specifications QL1
Sampling frequency rate Internal 44.1kHz / 48kHz
External 44.1kHz: +4.1667%, +0.1%, -0.1%, -4.0% (±200ppm), 48kHz: +4.1667%, +0.1%, -0.1%, -4.0% (±200ppm)
Signal delay Less than 2.5ms, INPUT to OMNI OUT, Fs= 48kHz
Fader 100mm motorized, Resolution=1024steps, +10dB to -138dB, -∞dB all faders
Total harmonic distortion Less than 0.05% 20Hz-20kHz@+4dBu into 600Ω, INPUT to OMNI OUT, Input Gain= Min.
Frequency response +0.5, -1.5dB 20Hz-20kHz, refer to +4dBu output @1kHz, INPUT to OMNI OUT
Dynamic range 112dB typ.: DA Converter / 108dB typ.: INPUT to OMNI OUT, Input Gain = Min.
Hum & noise level Equivalent input noise -128dBu typ., Equivalent Input Noise, Input Gain=Max
Residual output noise -88dBu, Residual output noise, ST master off
Crosstalk -100dB*1, adjacent INPUT/OMNI OUT channels, Input Gain = Min.
Power requirements 100-240V 50/60Hz
Power consumption 135W
Dimensions W 468mm(18.4in )
H 272mm(10.7in)
D 562mm(22.1in)
Net weight 14.7kg(32.4lb)
Accessories Owner's Manual, power cord, DVS license sheet
Options Rackmount kit RK1, Mini-YGDAI cards *2 , Gooseneck Lamp LA1L, Nuendo Live
Others Operating temperature range: 0 - 40°C, Storage temperature range: -20 - 60°C

Ultimate sonic performance

Thanks to the MIDAS-designed mic preamps, precision digital converters and a sophisticated 40-bit floating-point DSP audio engine, X32 mixers reproduce your audio signals with every nuance intact. The preamp design eliminates typical imbalances of gain-setting stages, thereby improving the common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR) and reducing second level harmonic distortion to an almost immeasurable level.

Enhanced workflow

The X32 Family completely redefines the expectations of power in a digital mixer. The brilliance of X32's workflow is its simplicity and total lack of clutter; coupled with a fully interactive user interface that ensures immediate familiarity and instils confidence. Whether working on the control surface or remotely by PC/Mac/Linux computer or iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch, your experience will be fluid and natural.

Unlimited expandability

Each member of the X32 family comes loaded with all of the I/O and functionality you need, right out of the box, but it doesn't end there. On-board multi-track audio connectivity delivers audio to your DAW. Integrated multi-channel digital audio interfaces connect to S16 remote stage boxes, the P16 Personal Monitor System or BEHRINGER's iQ Networked Active Speakers. Native Ethernet control enables remote operation by computer, iPad or iPhone over a wired or wireless network, across the room, or across the planet!

The ideal experience

Whether you come from an analog mixing background, or are accustomed to using other digital consoles, your first experience with X32 has been engineered to be intuitive and straightforward. Tactile controls allow smooth adjustments to critical elements as the mix progresses while the TFT screen keeps you informed every step of the way. This integration of tactile controls, motorized faders and the array of LCD and TFT displays makes the X32 experience the premiere solution for Live Sound, Broadcast, Studio Recording and Post Production applications.

Features

  • Compact 40-input channel, 25-bus digital mixing console for Studio and Live application
  • 16 MIDAS-designed, fully programmable mic preamps for audiophile sound quality
  • 17 fully automated motorised 100mm faders allow for instant overview, powerful scene management and DAW control
  • 8 XLR outputs plus 6 additional line in/outputs, phones connector and a talkback section with integrated or external mic
  • 32 x 32 channel audio interface over USB 2.0, with DAW remote control emulating HUI and Mackie Control
  • iPad and iPhone apps for professional remote operation available free of charge - no host PC required
  • High-resolution 5" day-viewable Colour TFT for easy viewing of workflow components and parameters
  • Main LCR, 6 matrix buses and all 16 mix buses each featuring inserts, 6-band parametric EQ's and full dynamics processing, plus 8 DCA and 6 mute groups
  • Virtual FX rack featuring 8 true-stereo FX slots include high-end simulations such as Lexicon 480L and PCM70, EMT250, Quantec QRS and more
  • 40-bit floating-point DSP features 'unlimited' dynamic range with no internal overload and near-zero overall latency for mixing a total of 48 signals on 25 buses
  • Powerful scene management for convenient handling of complex productions
  • 48-channel Digital Snake ready via dual AES50 ports, featuring KLARK TEKNIK's SuperMAC networking capability for ultra-low jitter and latency
  • USB type - A connector providing file storage and uncompressed stereo recordings plus show presets and system updates
  • Dedicated and easy-to-use channel strip section with direct access controls and graphic user interface for intuitive workflow
  • Additional user-definable control section allows to set up short-cuts to your favourite views or parameters
  • ULTRANET connectivity for Behringer's P-16 Personal Monitoring System
  • Networked remote control for show setups with on-screen software editor via Ethernet
  • Built-in expansion port for audio interface cards or digital networking bridges
  • MIDI In/Out for remote scene recall or controlling other MIDI equipment
  • Free future firmware updates downloadable from Behringer

Specifications

  • Frequency Range: 10Hz - 22kHz
  • Dynamic Range: 106dB
  • Output Level: +4dBu / +21dBu (XLR)
  • Main Screen: 5'', 800 x 480, 262k Colour TFT
  • Main Meter: 18-Segment (-45dB to Clip)
  • Power Supply: Switchmode 100V - 240V, 50Hz/60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 70W
  • Dimensions: 490mm x 506mm x 163mm
  • Weight: 11.4kg / 25.1lbs

Processing Channels

  • Input Channels: 32
  • Aux Channels: 8
  • FX Return Channels: 8
  • Aux Buses: 16
  • Matrices: 6
  • Internal Effects Engines: 8 True Stereo / 16 Mono
  • Internal Recall Scenes: 100
  • Signal Processing: 40-Bit Floating Point
  • AD/DA Conversion: 24-Bit @ 44.1kHz/48kHz, 114dB Dynamic Range (Cirrus Logic A/D CS5368, D/A CS4385)
  • Local I/O Latency: 0.8ms
  • Network I/O Latency: 1.1ms

Connectors

  • XLR Inputs: 16 Inputs with Programmable Mic Preamps (Designed by MIDAS)
  • Talkback Mic Input: XLR
  • XLR Outputs: 8
  • RCA Inputs/Outputs: 2/2
  • Monitoring Outputs: 2 x 1/4'' Balanced
  • Aux Inputs/Outputs: 6/6 x 1/4'' TRS Balanced
  • Headphone Outputs: 1 x 1/4'' TRS
  • AES50 Ports: 2/2
  • Expansion Card Slot: 32 Channel Audio Input/Output
  • P-16 Connector: 1
  • MIDI Inputs/Outputs: 1/1
  • RJ45 Ethernet: 1
  • USB Type A: 1

Drawing on more than a decade of experience in the field of digital audio mixing, the Soundcraft® Si Expression exploits some of the newest DSP, component technology and manufacturing techniques to deliver our most powerful cost effective digital console ever! Each console in the range is identical in its feature set so your only choice is how many faders and local mic amps you want. With a range covering the super portable 19" rack mount Expression 1 to the mighty Si Expression 3 with its 30+2 faders and 32 mic/line inputs there is a model to meet all needs.

Taking the Si Expression 2 as a typical example, it features 24 recallable mic pre amps (32 on Si Expression 3 and 16 on Si Expression 1) plus 4 line inputs, 4 internal stereo FX returns, AES in, and a 64x64 expansion slot offering more than enough scope to use every one of the 66 input processing channels. Every input processing channel has dedicated processing for high pass filter, input delay, gate, compressor and four band EQ whilst keeping it under control is a comprehensive automation system augmented with four mute groups and FaderGlow™ to light the way so you are never lost.

All Si Expression consoles have busses, output processing and connectivity to match the versatility of the inputs; the 14 aux/group mixes can be configured as 14 mono mixes, 8 mono plus 6 stereo mixes or almost anything in between, whilst the 4 matrix mixes can be mono or stereo as needed. The bus and matrix mixes are complemented with four more mix busses dedicated to the internal Lexicon FX processors all in addition to the left, right and centre busses. Each bus mix features a compressor, 4 band EQ, BSS graphic EQ and delay always available all of the time. Output connectivity is comprehensive with all models featuring 16 balanced line outputs, headphone monitor out, AES out and of course the 64x64 option slot.

To complement the channel and bus processing all Si Expression consoles integrate four stereo Lexicon FX processors based on the MX400 providing a wealth of sounds, user adjustable parameters and dedicated tap-tempo keys. As the FX are hardware based, use of all the effects, even on the most demanding programmes does not affect other processing in any way and all dynamics, EQs, filters, delays, and GEQs remain available regardless what you are doing.

Flexible onboard and expansion I/O options ensure your Si Expression integrates effortlessly with other system components utilising any of the Si series option cards including AES, Firewire/USB/ADAT*1, AVIOM™, CobraNet™, BSS Digital Audio Bus (BLU Link)*1, Dante™*1 CAT5 or optical MADI. The MADI card, as well as being an interface to multi-track recording systems or plug-in systems like Waves, enables linking the Si Expression to any of the Soundcraft or Studer stageboxes to extend the I/O power and flexibility. Adding a stagebox to an Si Expression actually increases the number of channels you can mix at once not just how many inputs you have available to choose from! It is said ʽPower is nothing without controlʼ and here the Si Expression excels with a comprehensive but 'simple to use' control surface incorporating a dedicated control for every parameter, a row of global mode encoders and colour touch screen ensuring operation is quick and easy.

As you would expect from any Soundcraft digital mixer the facilities are extensive and include legendary audio quality courtesy of the latest generation EMMA™ DSP processor, the same DSP platform that has helped propel previous Soundcraft Si series consoles to fame. All this power united with reliability, flexibility and usability puts the Si Expression in a class of its own.

*1 Expected spring/summer 2013

Si Expression Highlights
•     D.O.G.S. (Direct Out Gain Stabiliser) – Prevents manual change of a mic gain control affecting direct out levels, perfect when 2 consoles share a stagebox or when recording the channel direct outputs.
•     Security Lockout – Lock the whole console or just selected elements, manage the security with the users and profile settings.
•     Assignable Fader Layers – Customise each of the four fader layer pages to meet your needs or add/insert faders to accommodate that additional mic that was not in the patch list!
•     Copy & Paste – Copy whole channels, busses, mixes, Lexicon™ effects, a single part such as the EQ or multiple parts like the channel gate and compressor.
•     TOTEM™ – The One Touch Easy Mix; press a single key to mix to an AUX, FX or Matrix bus, the surface and monitoring instantly reconfigure to allow instant mixing to your chosen bus on the faders.
•     BSS® GEQ – With a BSS GEQ on every bus there is never any need to assign from a pool of resources and you will never 'run out' of processing.
•     1 Control = 1 Function – With each control dedicated to a given function there is never any 'layering' of controls or navigating through screens; this allows the Si Expression controls to be labelled on the surface just as they would have been on an analogue mixer.
•     Global Mode Controls – A row of rotary controls above each fader assignable at the touch of a button to be GAIN, PAN or HPF for all of the inputs allowing instant access to the core functions.
•     Soundcraft FaderGlow® – Illuminates the fader slots according to function with clearly defined colours for FX, Stereo, Linked Mono, GEQ, POST Fade Aux, PRE Fade Aux; you'll never be lost again!
•     Instant Access Keys – Dedicated keys on the front panel for STORE, RECALL, NEXT, MUTE 1-4, TAP TEMPO and more negate the need to dive into screen & context menus.
•     Function Focus – Whenever a control is moved or SELect key pressed the screen displays information about the channel identifying the absolute value of the controls and the channel name, number etc...
•     Everything Everywhere – All channels and busses have a full complement of processing, nothing to assign or configure.

Key Features
      24 (32 - Si Expression 3, 16 – Si Expression 1) mono mic inputs
      4 line inputs
      Colour touch screen interface
      66 channels to mix possible
      Pre/Post selection per input per bus
      AES in and out
      Global mode encoders
      Soundcraft FaderGlow™
      GEQ on every bus
      20 sub-group / aux busses
      4 FX busses
      8 Matrix busses
      LR and C Mix busses
      4 Stereo Lexicon Effects engines
      Delay on inputs and outputs
      4 Mute Groups
      Freely assignable insert loops
      Harman HiQnet integration
      64x64 channel option card slot

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