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SoundCraft EFX12 User Manual

SoundCraft EFX12
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SoundCraft EFX12 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels12
Mic Inputs8
Stereo Inputs2
Inputs - Mic Preamps8
Aux Sends2
EffectsYes
USB InterfaceNo
Inputs - Other2 x RCA
Outputs - OtherRCA, 1/4" jack
EQ Bands3-band with swept mid
Effects DetailLexicon Effects
Phantom PowerYes
Dimensions432mm x 91mm x 362mm (17" x 3.6" x 14.3")
Weight5.8 kg

Summary

SAFETY SYMBOL GUIDE

Warnings

Explains the lightning flash symbol for dangerous voltage.

Cautions

Explains the exclamation point symbol for important operating instructions.

Notes

Explains the note symbol for important operation tips.

Headphones Safety Warning

Provides tips on headphone outputs and monitoring levels.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Advice for Those Who Push the Boundaries

Offers guidance on handling audio and experimenting with controls safely.

OVERVIEW

The 60-Second Guide

Provides a quick start guide to operating the mixer's features.

WIRING UP

Mic Input

Details on connecting microphones using XLR connectors, including balanced and unbalanced types.

Line Input

Explains how to connect line-level sources using 1/4" jack inputs.

Insert Point

Describes the function and connection of the pre-EQ insert point.

AUDIO CONNECTIONS

Stereo Inputs

Details on connecting stereo sources like keyboards and drum machines.

Mix Outputs

Explains the balanced XLR outputs for connecting to amplifiers.

Headphones Output

Information on the stereo headphone jack and recommended impedance.

Aux & FX Bus Outputs

Describes the balanced jack outputs for auxiliary and effects signals.

GROUNDING AND SHIELDING

Polarity (Phase)

Explains signal polarity and phase relationships for audio connections.

Wiring Guidelines

Provides best practices for connecting unbalanced audio signals to minimize noise.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Troubleshooting Tips

Offers advice on diagnosing and resolving common mixer issues.

WARRANTY AND SUPPORT

Products Under Warranty

Information for customers with products still under warranty.

Out-of-Warranty Products

Contact details for servicing equipment outside the warranty period.

BLOCK DIAGRAM

MONO INPUT CHANNEL

STEREO INPUT CHANNELS

MASTER SECTION

LEXICON FX PROCESSOR OVERVIEW

FX Operation

Step-by-step guide on selecting, loading, and setting audio levels for effects.

FX PROCESSOR CONTROLS

REVERBS

REVERB CONTROLS

DELAYS

MODULATED EFFECTS

Chorus

Explains the chorus effect and its controls for fattening tracks.

Flanger

Details the flanger effect, creating swishing and tunneling sounds.

Phaser

Describes the phaser effect, using LFO for oscillating comb-filter sounds.

Tremolo/Pan

Explains tremolo for amplitude changes and panner for stereo effects.

Rotary

Details the rotary effect simulating spinning speakers for vibrato/choir sound.

FACTORY RESET

EFFECTS DATA CHART

USING YOUR EFX CONSOLE

Microphone Placement

Guidance on selecting and positioning microphones for optimal sound.

Initial Setup

Steps for connecting the system and setting initial control positions.

APPLICATIONS

Application 1 - Live Sound Reinforcement

A typical setup for live sound reinforcement using the mixer.

Application 2 - Multispeaker Applications

Configuration for driving multiple speaker setups.

Application 3 - Places of Worship

A configuration for places of worship, including induction loops.

Application 4 - Recording

A setup for recording with multitrack recorders and monitoring.

GLOSSARY

TYPICAL CONNECTING LEADS

Balanced Connections

Diagrams for balanced line inputs, outputs, and auxiliary signals.

Unbalanced Connections

Diagrams for unbalanced outputs and stereo return inputs.

Insert Cables

Wiring diagrams for mono insert cables.

Y Cables

Diagrams for balanced and unbalanced Y-cables used for splitting signals.

Headphone Separator

Information on using a headphone separator to connect multiple headphones.

MARK-UP SHEETS

FITTING OPTIONAL RACKMOUNT EARS

EFX TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY

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