EPM8 Soundcraft Low-cost high-performance mixing console

The Soundcraft EPM emphasises quality construction and audio performance, with an easy-to-understand control panel free of unnecessary features. Soundcraft has added new technologies and ideas to this highly cost-effective range. Soundcraft has added new technologies and ideas to this highly cost-effective range. Surface mount technology is used throughout, with close-tolerance components for high accuracy and repeatable settings for EQ and gain controls. The highly transparent GB30 microphone amplifier (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 delivers a stunning +22dB headroom through the console. True professional 48 volt phantom power is suitable for all types of condenser microphones.

A unique feature of the signal monitoring is the PEAK LED. It uses multipoint signal sensing to check for overload at various points in the channel strip, and the LED lights more brightly as the signal approaches the peak point. For smooth and accurate channel control, the EPM features high-quality 60 mm faders as used on other Soundcraft desks. The monitor output and headphone output operate in parallel so performers can still listen via headphones while a technician listens on studio monitors.

Features

• 2 configurable auxiliary buses
• XLR-type and ¼" metal jack connectors
• RCA phono stereo playback inputs and record outputs
• 3-band EQ with swept mid on mono inputs
• 2-band EQ on stereo inputs
• TRS insert connectors and inserts on all mono inputs and mix outputs
• Ten-segment LED output metering
• Intuitive and comprehensive solo system
• Headphone output
• Easy rack mounting

The Soundcraft EPM finds its way into many applications, including live music, recording, houses of worship and multi-speaker installations.