Combining the essential features for live mixing with basic recording functionalities, the LX7-II from Soundcraft is a live sound analog mixer that’s easy to configure and use. Packing tons of tools into a compact console, the LX7-II is ideal for smaller, multi-purpose installations such as theatrical venues, houses of worship, performance PA, and community centers. This mixer is also a great choice for gigging bands that need both a live desk and a studio mixing solution.
Live mixing quality inherited from a legend. The LX7-II is the next generation of the reliable LX7 mixer, while also drawing classic design elements—such as its 4-band EQ on each input—from Soundcraft’s MH3 and MH4 touring consoles. The LX7-II also includes Soundcraft’s GB30 Series padless mic-preamp, which offers 60dB of gain and 22 dBu of headroom.
The EQ In/Out switch and steep 18dB/Octave High Pass Filter allow effective audio control, while the six auxiliary sends are pre-post switchable in pairs from each channel, providing a maximum of 4 pre-faders and 6 post-faders. This makes LX7-II ideal for foldback-heavy performance or in situations where more effects are required.
Standard features include frame sizes of up to 32 mono inputs and 4 stereo inputs/returns with 4 groups, a main stereo output, and a dedicated mono output for center clusters. Direct outputs on the first 16 inputs are ideal for multitrack recording, while 6 aux busses are good for effects and foldback. All inputs and outputs are balanced.
Housed in a choice of 16, 24, or 32 channel frames, LX7-II provides 24, 32, or 40 inputs - with no less than 13 separate bus outputs. Mix to 7 outputs—4 subgroups, plus the main Left, Right, and Center (Mono) mix outputs. All 4 groups are routable to mix and include 12-segment bar graph metering for accurate monitoring and inserts. There are also 8, 16, or 24 direct-outs, depending on the frame size of your console. Two further stereo inputs are in the mixer’s groups section with EQ, auxiliaries for keyboards, or stereo recording devices as well as 2 FX returns. The rotary controls feature 6 auxiliary masters with AFL soloing.
The LX7-II’s master section provides talkback to all pre-fade auxiliaries and the mix and organizes Phantom power in banks of 4. Additionally, you can play CDs over the main PA with the “two-track” switch. The mix is also routable to the separate mono bus if mono PAs are required.
This mixer sports a rugged wedge-shaped steel chassis that includes an internal power supply, while an all-metal jackfield and connectors are located on the console’s back panel. Despite its durable build, the compact frame of the LX7-II is also light enough for a single person to carry.
Soundcraft LX7II Features
- 16, 24 and 32 channel frame sizes
- GB30 mic preamp and precision equalisation circuitry
- True 7-bus architecture
- 2 stereo inputs
- 2 stereo returns
- Channel direct outputs
- Talkback facility
- 100mm faders
- +48 phantom power
- 6 aux sends, 4 of which are pre/post switchable
- 18dB/octave high pass filter
- Group and mix inserts
- 12-segment LED metering
- Integral universal voltage, switched-mode PSU for light weight
- LX7II Mixing Console1
- Power supply cable1
- Frequency Response (XLR input to any output)+0/-1dB, 20Hz-20kHz
- THD & Noise (all measurements at +10dBu output, 30dB gain)
- XLR Input to Direct Output: <0.007% @1kHz
- XLR Input to Mix Output: <0.008% @1kHz
- Mic Input EIN (22Hz-22kHz bandwidth, unweighted)<-128dBu (150Ω source)
- Mic Gain
- Min.: 5dB
- Max.: 60dB
- Bus Noise
- Mix output, input faders @ -∞, Mix fader 0dB
- 16 channels routed: <-88dBu
- Group output, input faders @ -∞, Group fader 0dB
- 16 channels routed: <-88dBu
- Aux output, input sends @ -∞, Aux master 0dB
- 16 channels routed: <-91dBu
- Crosstalk (@ 1 kHz)
- Input Channel Muting: >98dB
- Input Fader Cutoff: >98dB
- Input Pan Pot Isolation: >82dB
- Mix Routing Isolation: >98dB
- Group Routing Isolation: >98dB
- Adjacent Channel Isolation: >100dB
- Group-Mix Crosstalk: <-84dB
- Aux Send Off: <-94dB
- CMRR (mono input, measured at max. gain)typically 80dB @1kHz
- Input & Output Levels
- Input Channel Mic Input: +15dBu max.
- Input Channel Line Input: +30dBu max.
- Stereo Inputs & Insert Returns: +20dBu max.
- All Outputs: +20dBu max.
- Nominal Operating Level: 0dBu
- Headphone Power: 2 x 250mW into 200Ω phones
- Input & Output Impedances
- Mic Input: 2kΩ
- Line Inputs: >10kΩ
- Input Channel Insert Return: 5kΩ (with EQ in; otherwise worst case 1.8kΩ)
- Mix, Group, Aux Outputs: 150Ω
- Insert Sends: 75Ω
- Recommended Headphone Impedance: 50-600Ω
- High Pass Filter (mono input)100Hz, 18dB per octave
- EQ (mono input)
- HF: 13kHz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
- Hi-Mid: 550Hz-13kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1
- Lo-Mid: 80Hz-1.9kHz, +/-15dB, Q=1
- LF: 80Hz, +/-15dB, 2nd order shelving
- Metering6 tri-color 12-segment LED bargraphs
- Power
- AC mains supply (internal PSU) 85V-270V AC, 50/60Hz universal input
- Power Consumption: 60W
- Temperature Range14°F to 86°F (-10°C to 30°C)
- Relative Humidity0% to 80%
