Soundcraft Notepad-5 - 5-Channel Analog Mixer with Built-in USB Audio Interface in Dark Blue Finish

The Soundcraft Notepad-5 is a compact and versatile 5-channel analog mixer designed to deliver professional-grade sound quality for music, podcasting, and video production. With its intuitive layout and built-in USB audio interface, the Notepad-5 offers legendary Soundcraft audio performance in a portable, easy-to-use format, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and professionals looking for a high-quality, reliable mixer. The Notepad-5's durable metal enclosure ensures that it can withstand the rigors of home studios, rehearsals, live performances, and on-the-go podcasting setups, all while maintaining pristine audio fidelity.

At the heart of the Notepad-5 are Soundcraft's renowned mic preamps, which provide crystal-clear sound reproduction with low noise and a wide dynamic range. The mixer features one XLR mic input, one Hi-Z input for instruments like guitars, and stereo line inputs, allowing for a variety of connections to suit different recording and performance needs. Whether you're a singer-songwriter or a podcaster, the Notepad-5 gives you the ability to connect microphones, guitars, keyboards, and other devices to capture high-quality audio with ease. The inclusion of two EQ controls per channel provides the ability to shape the tone of your audio sources with precision, while the aux send allows for flexible routing to external effects or monitoring systems.

The Notepad-5's built-in USB audio interface integrates seamlessly with both Mac and PC, allowing you to record, edit, and playback audio using your favorite DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) or audio software. The plug-and-play functionality means that you can start recording right away without any complicated setup processes. The USB interface supports sample rates of 44.1kHz and 48kHz, ensuring high-resolution audio recording and playback. This makes the Notepad-5 a great centerpiece for a podcasting setup, offering a professional audio solution that is easy to use while maintaining the Soundcraft signature sound quality.

One of the standout features of the Notepad-5 is its automatic ducking functionality, which is particularly useful for podcasters and live streamers. Ducking automatically reduces the volume of background music when the primary source (usually a vocal mic) is detected, ensuring that your voice remains clear and prominent in the mix. This feature is a game-changer for anyone producing spoken content, interviews, or panel discussions, as it allows for effortless audio balancing without the need for constant manual adjustments.

The Notepad-5 also features comprehensive control options, including a rotary headphone volume fader, which allows for easy monitoring of your audio mix. The master level control with LED metering provides precise output level management, ensuring that your final mix is balanced and distortion-free. The rugged design, professional-grade components, and familiar channel strip layout make the Notepad-5 a reliable and intuitive tool for a variety of audio applications.

Whether you're capturing music, recording podcasts, or streaming live content, the Soundcraft Notepad-5 offers a high-performance solution in a compact, easy-to-use mixer that fits comfortably into any setup. Its portability and robust feature set make it perfect for users who need professional sound quality without compromising on convenience or versatility.

Features

• 5-channel analog mixer with a built-in USB audio interface for recording and playback
• Legendary Soundcraft mic preamps for pristine audio quality and low noise
• 1 XLR mic input, 1 Hi-Z input, and stereo line inputs for versatile connectivity
• 2-band EQ per channel for tone shaping and easy audio control
• Aux send for flexible routing to external effects or monitoring
• Automatic ducking function lowers background music volume when vocals are detected
• Rotary headphone volume control and master level control with LED metering
• Durable metal enclosure for long-lasting reliability
• USB interface with plug-and-play compatibility with Mac and PC
• Supports 44.1kHz and 48kHz sample rates for high-resolution audio recording
• Compact design ideal for home studios, rehearsals, live performances, and podcast production
• Maximum output level: +22dBu on mix output, 165mW on headphones
• Frequency response: +/-1.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
• THD: Less than 0.01% at 1kHz for clean, distortion-free sound
• Dimensions and weight: Compact and portable, perfect for on-the-go use

Specifications

• Frequency Response (20Hz - 20kHz)
  • Mic/Line Input to any Output: +/-1.5dB
• Noise
  • Mic Input E.I.N. at maximum gain with 150Ω source impedance: <-127dBu
  • Aux, Mix and Masters set to 0dB, faders down: -98dBu
• Crosstalk
  • Input signal 1kHz, +21.5 dBu.
  • Channel level at max, Master level at 0dB
  • Adjacent channel level at minimum
  • Fader cut-off relative to +10dB mark: 88dB
  • CH level @ max, Master Level @ max, Output +21.5 dBu, and then Master Level @ Min
• Mic gain: 10dB to 58dB
• Line input attenuation: 20dB
• 3-band EQ
  • HF 12kHz shelf: -12dB to +12dB
  • MF 2kHz bell: -12dB to +12dB
  • LF 80Hz shelf: -12dB to +12dB
• Maximum input level
  • Mic Input: +11dBu
  • Line Input: +30dBu
  • Hi-Z Input: +17dBu
  • Stereo Input: +22dBu
• Output Level
  • Mix Output: +22dBu max
  • Headphones, 150Ω: 165mW
• Dynamic Range
  • Frequency response: +/-1.5dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
  • THD: < 0.01% @ 1kHz
  • OUTPUT@ 21.5dBu: < 0.012% @ 1kHz
  • OUTPUT= 14dBu: < 0.019%@ 1kHz
• USB
  • Sample rate: 44.1kHz, 48kHz
  • Frequency response :20Hz - 20kHz +/-1.5dB