Soundcraft Si Expression 1 Professional Digital Mixer: High-performance, cost-effective

Soundcraft Si Expression 1 Professional Digital Mixer : High-performance, cost-effective

• The Soundcraft Si Expression 1 no-power mixer is designed to deliver professional digital performance, drawing on Soundcraft's more than a decade of experience in digital mixing. Combining processing power, legendary sound quality, and the ease of use of analog mixers, this mixer is ideal for live performances, houses of worship, theaters, and various event venues.

• All versions of the Si Expression series feature the same set of characteristics and capabilities; the only difference lies in the number of feeders and microphone inputs, giving the user great flexibility in choosing the appropriate size without compromising on performance or capabilities.

Technical description:

• The Si Expression 1 digital mixer has 16 callable digital microphone amplifiers, along with 4 Line inputs, 4 internal stereo FX channels, AES input and output, and a 64x64 ViSi Connect™ digital expansion port that allows full utilization of all processing channels.
• Each input channel has independent processing that includes a high-pass filter, time delay, gate, compressor, and four-band equalizer, and is controlled by an integrated automation system powered by FaderGlow™ technology that provides direct visual guidance of the feeder functions.

Technical specifications:

• Device type: Digital audio mixer
• Number of microphone inputs: 16 (callable)
• Line Entries: 4
• Total processing channels: 66 channels
• Internal FX channels: 4 Lexicon stereo
• Buses:
• 20 buses Aux / Subgroup
• 4 FX Busses
• 8 Matrix Busses
• Main Exits Left / Right / Center
• Processing on each channel:
• High Pass Filter
• Input Delay
• Gate
• Compressor
• 4-Band EQ
• Processing on each bus:
• Compressor
• 4-Band EQ
• BSS Graphic EQ
• Delay
• Digital expansion:
• 1 x ViSi Connect™ Slot (64×64 I/O)
• Contact:
• AES In/Out
• 16 Balanced Line Outputs
• Headphone output
• Screen: Color touch screen
• Control systems:
• 4 Mute Groups
• Global Mode Encoders
• Quick access keys (Store / Recall / Tap Tempo)
• Compatibility:
• Harman HiQnet support
• Free Firmware Updates

Key features:

• Professional sound quality powered by the EMMA™ DSP processor
• An easy-to-use interface that mimics analog nuts
• FaderGlow™ technology for visually identifying feeder functions
• Lexicon professional effects with independent hardware processing
• GEQ is integrated on every bus without restrictions
• High flexibility in bus distribution (Mono / Stereo)
• Extensive expandability via ViSi Connect™ cards
• Support for Stagebox integration with a significant increase in mixing channels.
• Security system and user permission lock
• High stability and reliable performance in continuous operation

Product summary:

• The Soundcraft Si Expression 1 is a professional, all-in-onemixer that combines power, flexibility, and ease of use in a compact size and at a reasonable price. It provides all the mixing and processing tools a professional sound engineer needs without complexity, with a smart interface that reduces setup time and increases efficiency during live performances.

Applications used for the product:

• Live musical performances
• Places of worship
• theaters
• Conference halls
• Audio companies
• Fixed audio systems
• Medium and large events

Summary and final advice:

• If you're looking for a digital mixer that delivers consistent, professional performance, high-quality sound, and the flexibility to expand future output without the need for complex or expensive platforms, the Soundcraft Si Expression 1 is a smart choice and a long-term investment. This mixer is ideal for engineers who want to transition to the digital world while maintaining a sense of direct control, and it's also perfect for installations that require a reliable system for trouble-free daily operation.

• Detailed product data (Data Sheet).