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Professional Audio Learning Zone
At Soundcraft, we’ve accumulated a huge knowledgebase of Pro Audio techniques and application over the last 30 years and more. Our Product Managers and Support staffs are some of the most experienced in the business, and we’ve put some of that knowledge here on the website to share with you.

You’ll find FAQ’s, Application Notes, White Papers and Training Course information: - enjoy!

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TUTORIALS

Mixing Glossary: A compilation of useful mixing terms. Click here to download the PDF document.


The Soundcraft Guide to Mixing: This handy written tutorial explains what a mixer is, what the functions are, and the basics of setting up and using a PA system. Available to view online or download as a PDF document.


The printed booklet is available upon request


The Soundcraft Guide to Mixing DVD: Now available as a multi-chapter DVD, this is the video version of the classic Soundcraft Guide to Mixing.
Check out some sample chapters here.


Contact your Distributor to find out how to get a copy of this DVD
 


WHITE PAPERS

Learn about some fundamentals of Mixer functions:

• Audio Balancing Issues - what does ‘balanced’ actually mean, and what is the best technology?
• VCA Grouping - what is this used for?
• LCR Panning - an introduction to three-channel live systems.
• Console Matrix - what exactly is it, why do you want one and how do you use it?
 

FAQ's
Get answers to commonly asked questions, or even add your own question:

Click here for FAQ's
 

USEFUL TOOLS, DOCUMENTS AND LINKS

Wiring Guides
How to wire up balanced and unbalanced leads and connectors

Hook up Diagrams
A series of diagrams showing how to connect various pieces of equipment for several applications such as Monitor Mixing, Recording, Houses of Worship etc.

Studio Tools
BPM to delay time calculator and track Sheet Layouts

Doctor Pro Audio
All sorts of calculators, glossaries, and tools. Also available in Spanish
 

In addition to the information provided here, Soundcraft also organises live sound training courses in the UK. The course is aimed at aspiring sound engineers and covers the essentials of setting up a PA. Soundcraft organises and supports the events, although all the training is provided by some of the top engineers in the business.

• Find out more about the course
• FAQ’s on Going Live – your questions answered
• Register your interest – be advised automatically when we announce the next course
• Login to your registration

 


To download the file, please click on the link, and choose "Save".
 Audio Balancing Issues [40 kb]
 A General Guide to Mixing [2,050 kb]
 Guide to Digital Mixing [742 kb]
 VCA Grouping [47 kb]
  LCR Panning [171 kb]
 Console Matrix [144 kb]
 
 
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