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SoundCraft SPIRIT FOLIO User Manual

SoundCraft SPIRIT FOLIO
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SPIRIT FOLIO
- A quick overview
The Controls - The Mono Input Channel
The Stereo Input Channel
The Master Section
Introduction
Safety Precautions
Initial Setting Up
The Controls in More Detail
Using Folio - Typical Applications
Stereo Public Address
Stereo Recording
Location Recording
Glossary
Technical Specifications
System Block Diagram
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SoundCraft SPIRIT FOLIO Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSoundCraft
ModelSPIRIT FOLIO
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

A QUICK OVERVIEW

THE MONO INPUT CHANNEL

MIC INPUT

Accepts XLR connectors for balanced/unbalanced signals, suitable for dynamic, condenser mics.

LINE INPUT

Accepts TRS jacks for keyboards, synths, etc. Balanced for low noise.

GAIN

Controls source signal level. Too high causes distortion, too low causes hiss.

100HZ HI-PASS FILTER

Reduces bass frequencies, useful for stage rumble or popping.

EQUALISER - LF EQ

Boosts/cuts low frequencies for warmth or to reduce hum.

EQUALISER - HF EQ

Boosts/cuts high frequencies for crispness or to reduce hiss.

EQUALISER - OVERVIEW

Explains the 3-section EQ (HF, MID, LF) for sound manipulation.

EQUALISER - MID EQ

Features swept mid EQ for creative sound improvement, especially vocals.

AUX SEND 1

Sets up separate mixes for foldback, effects, or recording.

AUX SEND 2

Similar to Aux Send 1 but always POST-FADE.

PAN

Controls channel signal placement in the stereo image.

FADER

Provides smooth control of overall signal level in the channel strip.

PFL

Pre-Fade Listen switch to monitor channel signal without affecting outputs.

THE STEREO INPUT CHANNEL

STEREO INPUT L & R

Accepts TRS jacks for keyboards, synths, etc. Balanced for low noise.

INPUT +4/-10

Switch to match input levels between professional (+4dBu) and semi-pro (-10dBV).

HF EQ

Boosts/cuts high frequencies for crispness or to reduce hiss.

LF EQ

Boosts/cuts low frequencies for punch or to reduce hum.

AUX SEND 2

Similar to Aux Send 1 but always POST-FADE.

AUX SEND 1

Sets up separate mixes for foldback, effects, or recording.

BALANCE

Controls channel signal balance within the stereo image.

PFL

Pre-Fade Listen switch to monitor channel signal without affecting outputs.

FADER

Provides smooth control of overall signal level in the channel strip.

THE MASTER SECTION

BARGRAPH METERS

Three-colour meters showing peak response for Mix L/R outputs.

AUX 1 PRE

Makes all Aux 1 Sends PRE-FADE, unaffected by channel faders.

AUX 1 AFL

After Fade Listen to monitor Aux 1 output.

AUX 2 AFL

After Fade Listen to monitor Aux 2 output.

OSCILLATOR TO MIX

Built-in 1kHz oscillator for system tests and tape machine alignment.

TAPE RETURN LEVEL

Sets playback level from tape machine to Mix or Monitor.

TAPE RETURN TO MONITOR

Routes Tape Return signal to Monitor/Phones outputs.

TAPE RETURN TO MIX

Routes Tape Return signal directly to Mix outputs.

MONITOR & PHONES LEVEL

Controls output level to Monitor/Phones.

MASTER FADERS

Set the final level of the Mix outputs (Left & Right).

INTRODUCTION

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Important safety information and warranty voidance warnings.

INITIAL SETTING UP

Guide to setting input GAIN correctly for best performance.

SETTING UP FOR RECORDING

THE CONTROLS IN MORE DETAIL

MIC INPUT

Details on XLR connectors, signal types, and phantom power.

LINE INPUT

Details on TRS jacks, signal types, and balancing.

GAIN

Explains gain control function, clipping, and noise levels.

100HZ HI-PASS FILTER

Reduces bass frequencies, useful for stage rumble or popping.

EQUALISER

Explains the EQ's function for sound manipulation.

HF EQ

Boosts/cuts high frequencies for crispness or to reduce hiss.

MID EQ

Features swept mid EQ for creative sound improvement, especially vocals.

LF EQ

Boosts/cuts low frequencies for warmth or to reduce hum.

AUX SEND 1

Sets up separate mixes for foldback, effects, or recording.

AUX SEND 2

Similar to Aux Send 1 but always POST-FADE.

PAN

Controls channel signal placement in the stereo image.

FADER

Provides smooth control of overall signal level in the channel strip.

STEREO INPUT L & R

Accepts TRS jacks for keyboards, synths, etc. Balanced for low noise.

INPUT +4/-10

Switch to match input levels between professional (+4dBu) and semi-pro (-10dBV).

HF EQ

Boosts/cuts high frequencies for crispness or to reduce hiss.

LF EQ

Boosts/cuts low frequencies for punch or to reduce hum.

AUX SEND 1

Sets up separate mixes for foldback, effects, or recording.

AUX SEND 2

Similar to Aux Send 1 but always POST-FADE.

BALANCE

Controls channel signal balance within the stereo image.

FADER

Provides smooth control of overall signal level in the channel strip.

MASTER SECTION

AUX 1 PRE

Makes all Aux 1 Sends PRE-FADE, unaffected by channel faders.

AUX 1 AFL

After Fade Listen to monitor Aux 1 output.

AUX 2 AFL

After Fade Listen to monitor Aux 2 output.

BARGRAPH METERS

Three-colour meters showing peak response for Mix L/R outputs.

OSCILLATOR TO MIX

Built-in 1kHz oscillator for system tests and tape machine alignment.

PHANTOM POWER

Provides +48V DC voltage to microphone inputs.

MASTER FADERS

Set the final level of the Mix outputs (Left & Right).

TAPE RETURN LEVEL

Sets playback level from tape machine to Mix or Monitor.

TAPE RETURN TO MIX

Routes Tape Return signal directly to Mix outputs.

TAPE RETURN TO MONITOR

Routes Tape Return signal to Monitor/Phones outputs.

MONITOR & PHONES LEVEL

Controls output level to Monitor/Phones.

MIX INSERTS

Pre-fade insert points for external processing units like compressors.

APPLICATIONS

STEREO PUBLIC ADDRESS

Basic PA setup with mics, keyboards, and speakers.

STEREO RECORDING

Configuration for 2-track or multitrack recording.

LOCATION MIXING

Portable mixer setup for field recording with mics and instruments.

GLOSSARY

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

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