Soundcraft

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The Notepad-12FX 12-channel mixer makes it easy to get legendary Soundcraft sound for your music, podcasts or videos. The Notepad-12FX combines professional-grade analog components, renowned HARMAN digital signal processing and a built-in USB audio interface to use with your favorite Mac or PC editing software. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter or a podcaster, the Notepad-12FX mixer offers best-in-class features like Lexicon effects, so you can bring a level of polish to your creative productions that’s sure to impress.

Pristine audio quality. A Soundcraft tradition.
For over 40 years, audio professionals have trusted Soundcraft mixing solutions for pristine sound quality and reliable performance. Notepad series mixers continue this tradition with professional-grade Soundcraft microphone preamps, convenient XLR and ¼ in. connectors, and durable metal enclosures.

Comfortably familiar. Incredibly powerful.

You’ll find yourself right at home with Notepad’s traditional channel strip layout. Two EQ controls per channel give you a level of convenience often reserved for larger consoles. A rotary headphone volume fader makes it easy to adjust your personal listening level, while a master level with LED metering provides precise control over your master output signal. Designed for home studios, rehearsals, live performances, and podcast production, the Notepad series provides a layout that’s familiar to audio professionals yet easy to grasp for beginners.

Perfect for Rehearsals, Gigs, and More
The deceptively compact Notepad mixers easily fit in a gear bag and provide plenty of capability for writing sessions, rehearsals and gigs. Notepad mixers provide iconic Soundcraft performance and connect your favorite gear like microphones, guitars, keyboards and more. With three models available (Notepad-5, -8FX and -12FX), there’s a Notepad mixer that’s a perfect match—whether you’re a singer-songwriter or a small rock ensemble.

Your All-in-one Podcasting Solution

The combination of premium Soundcraft components and the built-in USB audio interface make Notepad the ideal centerpiece for your podcasting workflow. The Notepad-5 is a great solution if you’re just starting out and don’t want to compromise on sound quality. From capturing monologues to interviews with multiple panelists, Notepad mixers are designed to help you share your ideas with the world.

Iconic Lexicon Digital Effects
The Notepad-12FX features premium, studio-quality effects by Lexicon that help you achieve truly professional sound without additional plug-ins or equipment. Enhance your projects with reverb, chorus, or delay with tap tempo control, backed by industry-leading signal processing technology built into the Notepad’s DSP engine.

Soundcraft Notepad-12FX Small Format 12 Channel Analog Mixing Console w/ USB I/O & Effects
Soundcraft Notepad-12FX Small Format 12 Channel Analog Mixing Console w/ USB I/O & Effects
Soundcraft Notepad-12FX Small Format 12 Channel Analog Mixing Console w/ USB I/O & Effects

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  • Soundcraft quality from professional microphone preamps
  • Record, edit and playback from your Mac and PC with an integrated USB audio interface
  • Sweeten your mix with HARMAN digital signal processing including iconic Lexicon reverb, echo and delay
  • Includes EQ, aux send, master fader level and rotary headphone volume control
  • A durable metal enclosure
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Format
  • Analog/digital: Analog
  • Number of channels: 12
  • Busses/groups: No Specified
  • Aux sends: Yes
  • Powered: Yes
Inputs
  • Total inputs: 8
  • Mic preamps: 4
  • XLR/TRS combo jacks: 4
  • XLR only jacks: 4
  • 1/4" only jacks: 4
  • S/PDIF in: Not Specified
  • ADAT/optical in: Not Specified
  • RCA in: Yes
  • AES/EBU: Not Specified
Outputs
  • Total outputs: 4
  • XLR out: 2
  • 1/4” out: 2
  • S/PDIF out: Not Specified
  • ADAT/optical out: Not Specified
  • RCA out: No
  • AES / EBU: No
Other Connectivity
  • Connections: USB
  • MIDI I/O: Not Specified
  • Headphone output(s): Yes
  • Wi-Fi No
  • Word-clock I/O: No
  • I/O expansion: Not Specified
Onboard effects
  • Compression: No
  • Reverb: Yes
  • Delay: Yes
  • Chorus/flange: Chorus
Equalization
  • Type: High-pass, Low-Pass
  • EQ bands: 3
  • Master graphic: LED
Other
  • Width: Not Specified
  • Height: Not Specified
  • Depth: Not Specified
  • Weight: Not Specified
  • Automation: Not Specified
  • Fader type: Rotary
  • Motorized faders: No
  • Bundled software: No
  • Rackmountable: No

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Best Uses
  1. Amateur Recording1
  2. Outdoor Events / Games1
  3. Performances1
Cons
  1. Poor Quality Sound2
  2. Limited Functions1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Compact2
  2. Easy To Use1
  3. Excellent Sound1
  4. Simple Controls1
  • Falls short in key areas

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    submitted5 years ago

    byAdam G

    fromAustin, TX

    Thought this mixer would help consolidate a mixer and audio interface into one unit, but it falls short in three key aspects. 1) The USB audio level is about 50% quieter than the analog output. Verified this with other users online and is a result of cheap components. 2) It is possible to alter USB channels 3/4 to be the channel strips 3/4 or the main mix, but when using software like Zoom or BandLab, they only see USB channels 1/2, so it's almost useless. 3) There is very noticeable scratchy noise when adjusting knobs on this unit.

  • Windows USB Drivers Are Unsigned

    3

    submitted6 years ago

    byJon F.

    fromAllentown, PA

    Great mixer that puts a lot of inputs and features into a very compact package. In particular I like the high impedance option on two of the channels for plugging guitars directly into the mixer. However if you plan to use the USB interface with DAW software and a Windows PC, you will have to reboot your PC in recovery mode and select load unsigned drivers to get it to work. It is hard to understand why Harmon requires this fundamental security flaw to use their product. It would be a 5 star product otherwise for me. The built-in effects are sent to the effects return channel which is different than mixers I've used in the past (you need to turn up the effects return channel volume).

  • Hummmmmmmm

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    submitted7 years ago

    byJester

    fromNorthern, CA

    Honestly, don't buy this for recording or any other application where actually want quality sound. So I may be a picky buyer: tried Behringer Xenyx... great, but cant record and do playback at the same time; Mackie - okay for recording, but playback is saturated and useless. The Soundcraft - EQ is useless, constant humming, had to put my toe on the board to make it stop. So far, and I guess I'll buy another, the Alesis mutlimix was clear, great EQ and no hum. Only problem is the USB breaks easily.

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  • asked byJonnyP

    fromSan Rafael, CA

    Re: Soundcraft Notepad FX: From the photo it appears that the RCA input for connection to a CD or iPad for break music is controlled by the channel 9/10 fader. Is that correct? There is also a USB connection directly under the RCA inputs. Can that be used to play music from an external ipad or iphone?

Thanks,
Jonathan

    Re: Soundcraft Notepad FX: From the photo it appears that the RCA input for connection to a CD or iPad for break music is controlled by the channel 9/10 fader. Is that correct? There is also a USB connection directly under the RCA inputs. Can that be used to play music from an external ipad or iphone? Thanks, Jonathan

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes, that is correct about the channel 9/10 fader. The USB is to connect the mixer to a computer. You would have to use the aux input for mobile devices.