Soundcraft Vi2000 Vi Series Digital Mixing Console
Description
Soundcraft Vi2000 Vi Series Digital Mixing Console
The Soundcraft Vi2000 delivers a mixing experience built for the working engineer who demands both speed and sonic integrity. Its fader layout and control surface respond with natural immediacy, letting you shape your mix with confidence rather than wrestling with menus. The signal path is warm and cohesive—flattering acoustic sets and rock shows alike—while the console's ergonomics reward the kind of precision mixing you'll do night after night from load-in through teardown. This is a machine that earns trust through transparent clarity and consistent performance under real-world conditions.
Processing Power & DSP Architecture
Built on a 40-bit floating-point DSP environment with premium algorithms from STUDER, BSS, Lexicon, and dbx, the Vi2000 brings studio-grade processing directly into your live mix. The console includes 4 Lexicon FX units with 14 reverbs, 7 delays, and 8 pitch-shift effects per unit, plus 24 mono/stereo BSS graphic equalizers and LRC masters, giving you serious creative and corrective tools across your entire mix without compromise.
Connectivity & I/O Expansion
The Vi2000 supports up to 246 inputs and 246 outputs through its modular architecture, including up to 48 configurable mic/line inputs, Dante networking (64 channels in/out via dual Ethercon), optical MADI, and AES/EBU digital I/O. Two D21m Option Slots accommodate up to 128 channels of external expansion, while dedicated MIDI, Ethernet HiQnet, USB 2.0, and wordclock connections let you build the I/O infrastructure your rig demands, whether you're expanding your onboard capability or integrating with larger production systems.
Key Features
- 1.15m ultra-compact frame with 16 input faders and 28 total faders (8 output + 3 LRC masters + 1 Monitor A/B)
- Three 22" touchscreen displays with Vistonics 'knobs-on-glass' functionality and 3D input/master screens
- 4 fixed input layers (A/B/C/D) providing 64 inputs on 16 faders
- 40-bit floating-point DSP with STUDER, BSS, Lexicon, and dbx algorithms
- 4 Lexicon FX units with 14 reverbs, 7 delays, and 8 pitch-shift effects per unit
- 24 mono/stereo BSS graphic equalizers plus LRC masters
- 64 assignable insert points and 4 FX bus inserts with 128 Tie Lines for flexible routing
- Dante 64-channel networking (dual Ethercon primary/secondary)
- Optical MADI in/out and dual AES/EBU digital I/O (4-channel standard, optional 16-channel Vista1 expansion)
- Up to 48 configurable mic/line XLR inputs (maximum 3 × 16-channel cards from 4 total slots)
- Two D21m Option Slots accommodating up to 128 channels of external I/O expansion
- MIDI In/Out, 4× USB 2.0 ports (2 front, 2 rear), dual wordclock BNC connections, and dedicated Ethernet HiQnet control
The Vi2000 combines responsive hands-on control with comprehensive digital connectivity, making it a workhorse for touring engineers, installed sound operations, and broadcast mixing where reliability and sonic performance are non-negotiable.
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At a Glance
The Soundcraft Vi2000 is a professional-grade digital mixing console built for large-scale live events, festivals, and touring productions where intuitive control and studio-quality sound matter. Its warm, transparent character and extensive DSP processing (powered by STUDER, Lexicon, and BSS algorithms) make complex mixes feel natural to execute night after night, while the modular architecture supports up to 246 inputs and outputs for any venue scale. Choose this console when you need a mixing desk that rewards your touch with sonic clarity and responds immediately to real-time performance demands.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Festival Sound
- ✓ Broadcast
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Practice
- – Small Venue Gigging
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to operate the Vi2000?
The Vi2000 is designed for advanced and professional users with significant mixing experience. Its comprehensive feature set, modular architecture, and DSP capabilities require expertise in digital console workflows, routing, and real-time mixing in demanding live or broadcast environments.
How many inputs and outputs can the Vi2000 handle?
The console supports up to 246 inputs and 246 outputs through its modular design, including up to 48 configurable mic/line inputs, 64-channel Dante networking via dual Ethercon, optical MADI, AES/EBU digital I/O, and two D21m expansion slots for up to 128 additional channels of external I/O.
What processing and effects are included?
The Vi2000 features 40-bit floating-point DSP with algorithms from STUDER, BSS, Lexicon, and dbx, plus 4 Lexicon FX units offering 14 reverbs, 7 delays, and 8 pitch-shift effects per unit, along with 24 mono/stereo BSS graphic equalizers and LRC masters for comprehensive mixing control.
Is the Vi2000 suitable for smaller venues or simple setups?
No—the Vi2000 is engineered for large-scale productions, festivals, broadcast, and touring environments where extensive I/O, professional DSP, and advanced mixing features are essential. Smaller venues and simple setups would not require or benefit from this console's scope and complexity.
What networking and connectivity options does it offer?
The Vi2000 includes dual Dante Ethercon for 64-channel networking, optical MADI in/out, dual AES/EBU digital I/O, MIDI In/Out, 4 USB 2.0 ports, dual wordclock BNC connections, and dedicated Ethernet HiQnet control for comprehensive integration with modern production ecosystems.