Soundcraft EFX-8 Mixer

A nice clean example of one of the most popular mid sized mixer with FX, all channels have been tested and work fine.

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Full Description

Professional effects at your fingertips

The Soundcraft EFX8 comes equipped with a built-in 24-bit Lexicon digital effects processor, featuring 32 high-quality effects including reverb, delay, and chorus. These effects are powered by the same AudioDNA processor used in renowned Digitech and Lexicon gear, ensuring studio-grade processing for your live performances or recordings.

Transparent sound with GB30 Mic preamps

Designed by Graham Blyth for Soundcraft s 30th anniversary, the GB30 Mic preamps offer a wide gain range of 55dB and +22dB headroom, providing clear, detailed audio capture. These preamps are perfect for both live and studio settings, delivering professional sound quality in a compact mixer.

Flexible and intuitive

The EFX8 features a user-friendly control surface, making it easy to navigate and adjust settings. With a configurable auxiliary bus, ten-segment LED output metering, and an intuitive solo system, this mixer provides comprehensive control and monitoring capabilities for precise audio management.

Versatile connectivity and features

The EFX8 offers a variety of connectivity options, including XLR-type and 1/4 metal jack connectors, RCA phono stereo playback inputs and record outputs, and TRS insert sockets on all mono inputs. The 3-band EQ with a swept mid on mono inputs and 3-band EQ on stereo inputs allow for detailed sound shaping, making it suitable for a wide range of applications from live music to recording sessions.

Durable and adaptable design

Built to last, the Soundcraft EFX8 is housed in a robust, easily rack-mountable enclosure. Its compact size makes it ideal for mobile setups, while its professional-grade components ensure reliable performance across various environments, including live venues, recording studios, and houses of worship.

Reviews

"The mixer performs exceptionally well within its price range, and offers more mic inputs than many consoles claiming to feature more channels. The sound quality is all you d expect from Soundcraft, the effects are the best I ve heard to date in an affordable console." - Performing Musician EFX Review.

Features

• 8+2 channel frame size
• Built-in 24 bit Lexicon digital effects processor
• 32 FX settings
• Tap Tempo and FX setting store function
• 1 FX send on each channel
• 1 configurable auxiliary bus
• XLR-type metal jack connector sockets
• RCA phono stereo playback inputs and record outputs
• 3-band EQ with a swept mid on mono inputs
• 3-band EQ on stereo inputs
• TRS insert sockets and inserts on all mono inputs and mix output
• Ten-segment LED output metering
• Intuitive and comprehensive solo system
• Headphone output
• Easily rack mountable

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +/-1.5dB (Mic/Line input to any output)
• THD: <0.02-percent at 1kHz (Mic Sensitivity -30dBu, +14dBu at Mix output)
• Noise:
  • Mic Input EIN: -127dBu (maximum gain, 150 Ohm source)
  • Aux, Mic, and Masters: <-84dBu (at 0dB, faders down)
• Crosstalk: At 1kHz
  • Channel Mute: >90dB
  • Fader Cut-Off: >90dB (rel +10 mark)
  • Aux Send Pots Offness: >83dB
• EQ: Mono inputs
  • HF: 12kHz, +/-15dB
  • MF: Swept, 150Hz - 3.5kHz, +/-15dB
  • LF: 80Hz, +/-15dB
  • Q: 1.5
• EQ: Stereo inputs
  • HF: 12kHz, +/-15dB
  • MF: 720Hz, +/-15dB
  • LF: 80Hz, +/-15dB
• Input and Output Levels:
  • Mic Input: +15dBu max.
  • Line Input: +30dBu max.
  • Stereo Input: +30dBu max.
  • Mix Output: +20dBu max.
  • Headphones: 300mW (at 150 Ohms)
• Input and Output Impedances:
  • Mic Input: 2k Ohms
  • Line Input: 10k Ohms
  • Stereo Input:
    • Stereo: 65k Ohms
    • Mono: 35k Ohms
  • Outputs:
    • Balanced: 150 Ohms
    • Unbalanced: 75 Ohms
• Power Supply: Integral lightweight switchmode PSU
• AC Mains Supply: 85V - 270V AC, 50/60Hz universal input
• Power Consumption: <35W