Soundcraft Mixers & Live Audio at LV Guitars
Soundcraft has been a defining name in professional live sound for decades, and LV Guitars is proud to stock their full range — from compact analog consoles to large-format digital systems built for the most demanding stages and venues. Whether you're running front-of-house at a theater, managing monitors on a touring rig, or setting up a broadcast environment, Soundcraft gives engineers the tools to work fast, work clean, and work confidently.
With 42 Soundcraft products in stock spanning a wide price range, you'll find everything from the approachable Notepad series and EPM analog mixers to the powerhouse Vi series digital consoles and ViLR optical stage racks. This is serious gear built for serious production — and it's all available right here at LV Guitars.
The Soundcraft Story
Soundcraft was founded in the United Kingdom and quickly established itself as a pioneer in professional mixing console design, earning a reputation for exceptional audio transparency and build quality that could stand up to the rigors of the road and the studio alike. Their consoles found their way onto world tours, into broadcast trucks, and behind the scenes at major theatrical productions, cementing Soundcraft as a trusted name among working engineers. Now part of the Harman family of professional audio brands, Soundcraft continues to develop both analog and digital mixing solutions that reflect decades of real-world engineering experience.
The brand's product philosophy has always centered on giving engineers an intuitive, reliable workflow without sacrificing sonic quality. From the legendary Ghost and Series Five consoles of earlier eras to today's Vi digital platform — which integrates MADI and Dante networking, onboard Lexicon effects processing, and large-scale I/O flexibility — Soundcraft has remained at the forefront of live and installed sound. Their commitment to matching professional-grade performance with practical, tour-ready durability is what keeps their consoles on major stages around the world.
What Soundcraft Is Known For
- Transparent, musical-sounding preamps across both analog and digital product lines, trusted by live and studio engineers worldwide
- The Vi series digital mixing platform, offering large-format control surfaces, MADI and Dante connectivity, and scalable I/O for touring and installed venues
- Built-in Lexicon effects processing on select mixers, delivering professional-quality reverbs and effects without external gear
- The EPM and EFX analog mixer lines — compact, road-ready consoles with clean gain structure, TRS insert points, and XLR connectivity for portable and club-level production
- The Notepad series, offering compact analog mixing with USB audio interface functionality for smaller productions, rehearsals, and broadcast use
- A robust feature set including phantom power, 24-bit conversion, tap tempo, and flexible routing that scales from small venues to arena-level systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the Soundcraft EPM and EFX mixer lines?
Both the EPM and EFX are compact analog consoles well suited to live sound and portable setups, but the EFX series adds onboard Lexicon digital effects processing — giving engineers reverb, delay, and other effects without needing an external rack unit. The EPM line focuses on clean, transparent mixing with a streamlined signal path, making it a strong choice when simplicity and gain structure are the priority.
Who is the Soundcraft Vi series designed for?
The Vi series — including consoles like the Vi2000 and the large-format Vi7000 control surface — is designed for professional touring engineers, theater production teams, broadcast operators, and fixed-installation venues that need serious channel counts, flexible digital networking (MADI and Dante), and a fast, intuitive workflow under pressure. The ViLR optical local rack expands system I/O for complex stage setups.
Do Soundcraft mixers support digital networking protocols like MADI or Dante?
Yes. The Vi series and related rack units support both MADI and Dante digital audio networking, allowing engineers to route high channel counts over fiber or Ethernet infrastructure. This makes them well suited to large venues, broadcast environments, and touring rigs where analog cabling isn't practical over long distances.
Is Soundcraft gear suitable for permanent installation as well as touring?
Absolutely. Soundcraft products are used in both touring and fixed-installation contexts — from houses of worship and theaters to broadcast facilities and conference centers. The Vi platform in particular is designed to handle complex installed-sound environments, while the EPM and Notepad series work well in smaller venues and portable applications.
What does the Soundcraft Notepad series offer compared to their larger consoles?
The Notepad series is Soundcraft's entry point for compact, portable analog mixing with added USB audio interface capability. It's built for smaller productions, content creators, broadcasters, and rehearsal environments where a full-size console isn't needed but audio quality and reliability still matter. It brings Soundcraft's preamp quality and build standards into a highly portable, affordable format.