Soundcraft K2 24/8/4/2

Console fabulous since I am still surprised at the dynamics and EQ and the rest is a big console any benefits it can go, you come here in the high end it does not compare to big midas and other A / H ect ..... It's the same record at this level so it's more a matter of preference.
24 4-way stereo
insert inland routes and s / s group
8 s / s group
EQ cut top with adjustable 30/400hz
EQ accurate and impressive efficiency
to 1 / 8 by 2 pre or post
programing of mutes the extreme simplicity
no built-in effects

UTILIZATION

Standart configuration
function very accessible
manual soundcraft site in English / Spanish / Portuguese but not French (perfidious Albion) good but there is nothing complicated just the high quality and more

SOUNDS

Console souncraft therefore, the heat that makes reference to the brand and fishing in hell that you stick to the wall.
no breath
equalizer dream

OVERALL OPINION

I've had three months
its weight with the box it is sturdy scaffold to be two very heavy
I was undecided between midas venice or beast, good open debate and the weight issue in mind and venice but k2 and superior in function and quality, in my opinion but it is very similar I do not think it is in a different register.
it's a dream that I realize I am delighted (but is reasonable)

Used for 2 years now on various musical styles.

32 tracks (24m 4 st), eq semi Settings, VU per channel to 8, 8 subgroups, direct out, auto-mute, 4 matrices, etc ...

UTILIZATION

Sr there is good enough to do. Mute functions are great practice for cons I had no manual.

SOUNDS

Console transparent trs, trs little breath. The eq is trs trs complete and effective.

OVERALL OPINION

Many possibilities, excellent sound (question got), cheap in time ... What you ask for? Can be a little rgime ...
Previously I used a Mackie SR24-4 for my accessories, and there's really no comparison.
Between a new console but average 2500 euros and 3000 euros trs good console for occasions like the K2 ... the choice is quickly made (personal opinion)

A costs absolutely

The console is a Soundcraft K2 dedicated to the sound but of course nothing to prevent the diversion of its primary function for use in home-studio for example. It features 24 mono inputs with switches for mic / line level "Range", a phase inverter, a high-cut filter, it has an inverter On / Off "and selecting a potentiometer the frequency of this filter (20 Hz to 400 Hz), the filter is second order: 12dB/octave. And a switch triggering the introduction of phantom power.
Eight aux sends that can affect pairs in pre or post fader start to 8 can also be assigned to the direct output of the wafer, thus being able to control the output level ..
Each slice has a relatively simple routing assignments for the eleven bus trips available, namely: 8 groups and 3 outputs Masters (L, C, R).
The equalization is type 2-band semi-parametric but with the possibility of using two switches to choose the width of the selected band Hi-Q ", there are also two filters Baxandall one for the top of the spectrum, centered at 12 kHz and one for the bottom of the spectrum which is centered at 60 Hz
A pan control closing the visit ..
The four stereo channels are simplified, they do not have high cut filters and no power supply 48 volts, equalization is simplified and does not propose a band semi-parametric and the same two filters Baxandall. The routing is identical cons, ditto for the aux sends, to this loan that the 8 can be assigned to the direct output is not included on the stereo channels .. Too bad ..
The console also has four dedicated stereo effects returns admittedly simplified, but extremely practical.

The generals are very simple but offers some handy extras such as switches "SWAP" that allow you to select the desired type of knobs to control Master Aux "rectilinear or rotary, is an inversion of control groups and Auxiliary ..
There are also four matrix outputs can of course refer to the eleven bus outputs with different levels and therefore different mixtures of four additional outputs, a small mixer in the console actually ..

In "Master" can find a frequency oscillator and a pink noise generator, a section "Talkback" and a stereo return "Track 2", the classic ..
Monitoring in turn is quite advanced for a console of this range, it has indeed a solo "PFL" and "AFL" and especially with auto cancellation of a real system "SIP" (Solo In Place) .
The function of clipping path "Mute" also offers the flexibility of mute groups and the automation of "Snapshot" via a fairly complete management system for the South (including sysex) ..
To conclude this chapter, a panel VU meters integrated shows all the output values ​​of the console: Masters, groups, and die ..

UTILIZATION

Using this console is very easy, we must also say that the possibilities of routing and assignment of all kinds of opportunities does not exempt its big sisters, we are not in the presence of a Five and even less a Vi 6 eh ..

SOUNDS

This console is doing pretty good, although I find the preamps a tad soft in the transition, they are still fairly well respected on the other hand equalization is very good, there are many leg Soundcraft, and details musicality are in the spotlight for a console that price is quite amazing, and is one of his strong point ..

OVERALL OPINION

Well it sure is not a Amek where an SSL, but if you want a good analog console for not very expensive, this "small" Soundcraft may interest you ..