Notepad-5

Small-format Analog Mixing Console with USB I/O

Notepad-5
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New Notepad firmware v2.0.4 available now


 

The Notepad-5 mixer makes it easy to get legendary Soundcraft sound for your music, podcasts or videos. The Notepad-5 combines professional-grade analog components 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, Notepad mixers offer best-in-class features like renowned Soundcraft mic preamps, 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 1/4” connectors, and durable metal enclosures built to stand the test of time.

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 are engineered to provide iconic Soundcraft performance and allow you to 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


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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. Plus, ducking, when enabled, automatically lowers the volume of background music when audio is detected by the main source, allowing your voice and message to stand out. From capturing monologues to interviews with multiple panelists, Notepad mixers are designed to help you share your ideas with the world.

Work Seamlessly with Your Mac or PC

Notepad's integrated USB audio interface allows you to easily record, edit and play projects using your favorite audio software. By combining Soundcraft legendary audio performance and the built-in USB interface for your computer, Notepad offers the best of both analog and digital audio in a no-compromise solution.

Features

  • Get legendary Soundcraft quality from professional microphone preamps
  • Easily record, edit and playback from your Mac and PC with an integrated USB audio interface—simply plug-and-play with your Mac*
  • Getting a great mix is easy with a familiar channel strip layout that includes EQ, aux send, master level and rotary headphone volume control
  • Ducking makes sure your audience hears you loud and clear by automatically lowering background music when you speak
  • Durable metal enclosure that’s built-to-last

*PC requires Soundcraft driver installation

Downloads

Firmware
  Version Size Uploaded
MacOS download icon Notepad Firmware and Control Panel Setup - Apple
version 2.0.4, released: Jun 2020
2.0.4   23.1 MB Jun 2020
Release Notes for Notepad USB Driver and Control Panel V2.0.4   418 KB Jun 2020
Release Notes for Notepad USB Driver and Control Panel V2.0.4 (Chinese)   222 KB Jun 2020
1.09   14.3 MB Jan 2018
Windows download icon Notepad Firmware and Control Panel Setup - Windows
version 2.0.4, released: Jul 2020
2.0.4   19 MB Jul 2020
Release Notes for Notepad USB Driver and Control Panel V2.0.4   418 KB Jul 2020
Release Notes for Notepad USB Driver and Control Panel V2.0.4 (Chinese)   222 KB Jul 2020
Cut Sheets
  Language Size Uploaded
file type icon Notepad-5 Sell Sheet
en updated: Apr 2026
en  1.35 MB Apr 2026
Owners Manuals
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file type icon Notepad-5 Owner's Manual-English
en updated: Apr 2026
en  8.97 MB Apr 2026
Quick Start Guides
  Language Size Uploaded
it  584 KB Aug 2019
en  558 KB Aug 2019
pt  522 KB Aug 2019
fr  502 KB Aug 2019
es  553 KB Aug 2019
de  588 KB Aug 2019
User Guides
  Language Size Uploaded
ru  2.3 MB Oct 2020

Specifications

Input (Mic) - Mic/Line Combo Inputs 1
Input (Mic) - Gain 1
Input (Mic) - Inputs with Hi-Z 1
Input (Mic) - Peak Light 1
Input (Mic) - EQ High 1
Input (Mic) - EQ Mid n/a
Input (Mic) - EQ Low 1
Input (Mic) - Pan n/a
Input (Mic) - Level 1
Input (Line) - 1/4" Stereo Line Inputs w/Trim 1
Input (Line) - RCA Stereo Line Inputs 1
Input (Line) - 1/4" Stereo Line External FX Return n/a
Input (Line) - Aux/FX n/a
Input (Line) - Balance n/a
Input (USB) - USB Return 2, summed with RCA, to channel 4/5
Output - Master Stereo Out 1
Output - Monitor Stereo Out 1
Output - Aux Out n/a
Lexicon Processing - Reverb/Chorus/Delay n/a
Lexicon Processing - Tap Tempo n/a
Output Control - Master Level Fader 1
Output Control - Monitor/Phones Level 1
Output Control - Output Meters 4x LED

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