Soundcraft RW5674 LX7ii Mixer. 16 Channel
The hugely successful and popular Soundcraft LX7 console has received an upgrade to the LX7ii — both in terms of audio specification and cosmetics.
The stylish new desk gets its looks from the highly successful and popular MH3 and MH4 touring sound consoles, and includes a new frame, module ID graphics and end-cheeks, making the LX7ii not only easy to use but creating a system that will be the envy of professionals everywhere.
Electronically, the LX7ii gains a new Soundcraft mic-preamp and EQ section, both designed by Soundcraft founder and electronics wizard Graham Blyth. Designated the GB30 Series, the new designs coincide with Soundcraft's 30 year anniversary and the new 4-band EQ with swept mid sections is based on the highly-acclaimed EQ in the new MH3 and MH4 touring consoles.
"The new GB30 mic pre on the LX7ii brings together some of the quality and precision of the mic pre's we use on our biggest touring desk, whilst retaining the cost-sensitivity demanded at this point in the market," reports Blyth in a rare interview. "We’re conscious that we must provide the best possible audio quality at the best price for the customer — we do not allow compromise — and it starts at the mic preamp.
"The GB30 EQ, owing its heritage to the work we did on the new MH range, gives a steeper than usual slope on the fixed LF and HF sections, removing unwanted mid-frequency 'mush' and delivering a clearer sound. We've a unique, cost-effective design that brings high-end EQ into an affordable mixing console for the first time."
Other standard features of the LX7ii include frame sizes up to 32 mono inputs and four stereo inputs/returns with four groups, main stereo output and a dedicated mono output for centre clusters. There are direct outputs on the first 16 inputs suitable for multitrack recording, and six auxes for flexibility for effects and foldback. The LX7ii mixes to seven outputs – four subgroups, plus the main Left, Right and Centre (Mono) mix outputs.
Soundcraft LX7ii Specs
| Total # Of Inputs | 16 - Total Line Inputs |
| Mic/Line Inputs | 16 - Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone Inputs 16 - Balanced XLR Mic Inputs |
| Stereo Line Inputs | 2 - L/R Stereo Paired 1/4" TRS Phone |
| In-Line Inputs/Returns | No |
| AUX Sends | 6 - 1/4" TRS Phone |
| AUX Returns | 2 - L/R Stereo Paired 1/4" TRS Phone ) |
| Inserts | No |
| BUS (Group) Outputs | AUX Outputs: 6 - 1/4" TRS Phone |
| 2 Trk Master I/O | Main Outputs: L/R Balanced 3-pin XLR male |
| ALT I/O | Monitor Output: L/R 1/4" TRS Phone 2 Trk Input: L/R RCA Phono jacks |
| Monitor Outputs | Monitor Output: L/R 1/4" TRS Phone |
| EQ Section | 100Hz, 18dB per octave HF: 12kHz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving Hi-Mid: 550Hz-13kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1 Lo-Mid: 80Hz-1.9kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1 LF: 80Hz, +/-15dB 2nd order shelving |
| Solo/Mute | Mute & Solo on all channels |
| Channel Level Control | 100mm Faders |
| Trim/Gain Control | Sealed Rotary Potentiometers |
| Phantom Power | +48 Volt |
| Metering | 12-segment multicolored LED: Group Masters, L/R Master sections AFL/PFL LED indicator |
| Frequency Response | XLR input to any output: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0/-1dB |
| Dynamic Range | not specified by manufacturer |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | < -128dBu (150 Ohm source) 22Hz - 22kHz bandwidth, unweighted |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | All measurements at +10dBu output 30dB gain XLR Input to Direct Output: <0.007% @ 1kHz XLR Input to Mix Output: <0.008% @ 1kHz |
| Power Supply | Universal Mains input 85V-270V AC, 50Hz/60Hz Power Consumption - less than 50W |
| Dimensions | 25.7 x 6.5 x 19.8" (653 x 164 x 503mm) (WxHxD) |
| Weight | 40lbs (18.2kg) |