Description
The Soundcraft EPM8 offers 8 mono input channel frame size with 2 stereo inputs. The emphasis is very firmly on quality build and audio performance, with an easy to understand control surface uncluttered by unnecessary facilities, and Soundcraft have brought new technologies and ideas to this very cost-effective range. Surface mount technology is used throughout, using close-tolerance components for high accuracy and repeatable settings for EQ and gain controls. The highly-transparent GB30 Mic amp (designed by Graham Blyth for the company’s 30th anniversary, and also used on the larger LX7ii and GB Series consoles) features high-resolution adjustment over a wide gain range of 55dB, and provides a stunning +22dB headroom through the console. True professional 48-volt phantom power caters for condenser microphones of all types.
A unique feature of the signal monitoring is the PEAK led. This uses multipoint signal take-offs to watch for overload in several parts of the channel strip, and the led lights more brightly as the signal approaches the peak point. For smooth and accurate channel control, the EPM has 60mm high quality faders as used on other Soundcraft desks. The monitor output and headphone output work in parallel so that performers can still listen on phones while an engineer is listening on studio monitors.
Features
- Frame size 8+2
- Precision GB30 mic pre-amps
- 2 configurable auxiliary buses
- XLR-type and ¼” metal jack connector sockets
- RCA phono stereo playback inputs and record outputs
- 3-band EQ with a swept mid on mono inputs
- 2-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
- Multi-point signal channel status monitoring with proportional illumination
- Smooth 60mm faders on all inputs and masters
- True professional +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Professional insert point for external processing
- Universal internal power supply
- Easily rack mountable
The Soundcraft EPM will find itself in many applications including live music, recording, houses of worship and multi-speaker installations.
Specifications
Frequency Response Mic/Line input to any output 20Hz to 20kHz +/-0.5dB
THD & Noise <0.007%
-30dBu Input routed to Mix, Mic gain 30dB
Mic Input EIN 22Hz-22kHz unweighted -128dBu (150Ω source)
Bus Noise
Measured RMS, 20Hz to 20kHz Bandwidth Line inputs selected at unity gain and terminated 150Ω
Mix at Max, Faders down <-85dBu
Crosstalk Channel Mute >96dB
typically @1kHz Fader cut-off (rel +10 mark) >96dB
Aux Send pot offness >86dB
Input & Output Microphone Input 2.4kΩ
Impedances
Line Input 11kΩ
Stereo Input 100kΩ
Outputs 75Ω
Input & Output Levels
Mic/Line input Maximum Level +17dBu
Line input Maximum Level +30dBu
Stereo Input Maximum Level +30dBu
Mix Output Maximum level +20dBu
Headphones (at 200Ω) 300mW
EQ (Mono Input)
HF 12kHz, ±15dB, shelving
Mid 150Hz - 3.5kHz, ±15dB, Q=1.5
LF 60Hz, ±15dB, shelving
Metering 12-segment LED bargraphs for Mix L&R outputs
Temperature Range -10ºC to +30ºC
Relative Humidity 0% to 80%
Power Supply Integral lightweight switched-mode PSU
AC mains supply 85V-270V AC, 50/60Hz universal input
Power consumption Less than 20W
Dimensions 330mm(13”)W, 90.5mm(3.56”)H, 362mm(14.25”)D
Weight 5.6kgs(12.34lbs)
