The Soundcraft Notepad 12-FX Analog USB Mixer packs high quality components Lexicon DSP and legendary preamps into a small easy to use package. Legendary analog components are reinforced by modern digital connectivity and processing. Youve certainly heard Lexicons effects in action their legendary effects racks have been used on countless albums and as a part of many professional live mixing setups. Now their legendary sound can be part of your live set or home studio in an intuitive and accessible format. Its a simple as turning a knob. Once youve got a great mix you can easily record it in any DAW by simply connecting your computer to the USB port. Its that easy. The Notepad Mixer doubles as a USB interface and so is perfect for making podcasts or for use in small project studios. Inject analog flavour into your mixes with this compact mixer. Soundcrafts Heritage of Quality Soundcraft have manufactured professional audio consoles for over 40 years. Now their legendary sound comes to your studio. Youll soon see why Soundcraft have been the choice of audio engineers the world over for so many decades. The classic analog components are supported by modern digital compatibility. It has never been easier to get your sound through such a high quality preamp and into your DAW. On mac the USB connection is as simple as plug and play on windows you only need one driver download to get recording. Intuitive Operation Poweful Flexibility The Notepad 8-FXs channel strip layout features two EQ controls on each mic channel which allow you to tailor the overall output to ensure optimal performance and sound quality. A rotary headphone volume fader makes it easy to adjust your personal listening level while a master level with LED metering provides precise control over your master output signal. Designed for home studios rehearsals live performances and podcast production the Notepad series provides a layout that’s familiar to audio professionals yet easy to understand for novices. All-in-One Solution The Notepad 8-FX offers the best of both analog and digital audio. USB connectivity lets the compact mixer double as an audio interface easily recording to your favourite DAW. High quality analog electronics ensure crystal clear audio whether youre connected to a computer or not. Lexicon® Digital Effects Lexicon® studio-quality effects allow you to effortlessly achieve professional-quality sound without additional plug-ins or outboard equipment. Industry-standard signal processing technology within the DSP engine ensures reliable operation while reverb chorus and delay effects with tap tempo control allow you to enhance your performance. Features Legendary Soundcraft quality from professional microphone preamps Easily record edit and playback from your Mac and PC with an integrated USB audio interface—simply plug-and-play (PC requires Soundcraft driver installation) Adjust your mix with HARMAN digital signal processing including Lexicon reverb echo and delay Familiar channel strip layout that includes EQ aux send master level and rotary headphone volume control Durable metal enclosure that’s built-to-last Specifications Input Connectors: Channel 1: Neutrik XLR/TRS Combo (Switchable Hi-Z) Channel 2: Neutrik XLR/TRS Combo Channel 3: Neutrik XLR/TRS Combo (Switchable Hi-Z) Channel 4: Neutrik XLR/TRS Combo Channel 5/6: 1/4 Jack L/R Channel 7/8: 1/4 Jack L/R Channel 9/10: RCA L/R Channel 11/12: 1/4 Jack L/R (External FX) Output Connectors: Master: Neutrik XLR L/R Aux: 1/4 Jack Headphones: 1/4 Jack USB Interface: Bi-Directional Lexicon Effects: Delay Chorus Reverb Gain Control: +10dB to +60dB Trim Control: -20dB to +20dB Aux/FX Control: -∞ to +10dB Aux Master: -∞ to +10dB Level Control: -∞ to +10dB Headphone Level: 0 to 10dB EQ Control: HF: 12kHz ±12dB MF: 2.5kHz ±12dB LF: 80Hz ±12dB Signal Indicators: 4-Segment LED (-20dB 0dB +6dB Peak)