The Soundcraft Series 8000 console has been designed to cater for public address applications. Three input module types are available to cater for the various needs of Public Address work. Two output module types are also available, allowing the user to specify a console for his needs.
Key features on the desk include parametric equalization, up to eight auxiliary sends, dedicated mix outputs (left and right), and auxiliary outputs (left and right). There is an 8-way output mixing Matrix available. All balanced inputs and outputs use an electronic transformerless design to ensure low inherent noise
The use of electronic balancing reduces the degradation of signal quality which is introduced by more conventional transformer coupled designs, ensuring superior transient response, minimal phase shift and excellent common mode rejection even at high frequencies.
Metering on the Series 8000 is in the form of 8 VU meters which may read group or Matrix output or effects input, depending on the output module used. 2 VU meters read the mix output or solo signal.
Being modular in construction the Series 8000 is easy to dismantle making any necessary maintenance extremely straight-forward, even when on the road.
The power is a 19" rack mounted unit supplying the console with +/- 17v rails, a +48volt rail for phantom powered Microphones and a +24volt logic rail.
Soundcraft
Founded in 1973, Soundcraft first made its mark with the launch of the Series 1, the first mixing console in a flightcase. Back in the early 70's, the music touring business was just beginning - and the transportable mixing desk quickly became popular among the bands and the new PA companies that were springing up to rent out sound equipment.
From what was then a small company in central London, Soundcraft expanded and started to diversify. The company designed a mixer for recording - the Series 2 - and began to build a reputation for great-sounding desks, which is often referred to as the favoured 'British Sound'.
Design and innovation has always been one of Soundcraft's major strengths. Over the years it has introduced a number of industry-favoured consoles such as the Series 4, 2400, TS24, 8000, 200B, 6000, Delta, SAC200 and the Spirit Folio range, and more recently the Series FIVE, FIVE Monitor and Broadway.
Today Soundcraft has a network of 88 distributors selling and supporting its products world-wide. Part of the Harman Pro Group, Soundcraft is still very much the dedicated professional mixing console designer and manufacturer it was back in 1973. It now boasts a range of mixers which are designed for use in live sound, recording, post-production, TV and radio production and disco applications.
Harman is an international company which comprises a group of dedicated manufacturers of audio equipment spanning professional audio, in-car systems, multimedia and hi-fi consumer products.
Used Analog Mixing Consoles
8000 - (32 mono - 16 aux sends). Comes with a tour case, (2) power supplies units and cables.
8000 - Has been completely cleaned by a certified technician. 15 day warranty.
8000 - Console was in a fixed installation. 32/8/2 channel house. Light usage. 30 day warranty.
800 - 32 channel. 8 GRPS. 4 AUX. Comes with a roadcase and dual PSU.
8000 - 40 FRAME CONSOLE WITH 8 AUX MIXES AND 8 SUBGROUPS.
8000 - Used on corporate events. Comes with a single case.
