Soundcraft D-MIX 1000 BROCHURE

D-MIX 1000 TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS

Frequency Response

Mic/Line Input +0, -1.0dB, 20Hz to 20kHz

Noise (20Hz - 20kHz bandwidth, unweighted)
Mic input E.I.N. Less than -128dB

(150ohm source)

Line inputs Less than -80dB

Distortion

Line In to L-R Output Less than 0.005% @ 1kHz

Crosstalk

Channel to Channel Less than -85dBu @ 1kHz

Input Levels

Mic input -70dBu to -16dBu nominal

(+4dBu max)

Line input -46dBu to +8dBu nominal

(+22dBu max)

Input Impedances

Mic input Greater than 2kOhm balanced
Mono line input Greater than 20kOhm balanced
Stereo line input Greater than 10kOhm unbalanced

Output Levels

L-R output level +4dBu for 0VU nominal

(+26dBu max)

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Soundcraft has been at the
heart of the music industry
since its beginnings and is the
first choice in studios and tour­ing systems worldwide - so who
better to provide exactly the
right equipment for the most
prestigious club and discotheque
installations.

Combining our unrivalled
knowledge of live sound with
over twenty years’ experience
designing the world’s favourite
audio consoles, the D-MIX 1000
represents the ultimate in high­performance mixing for the pro­fessional DJ.

Available in a modular 19” for­mat, the D-MIX 1000 allows the
DJ or installer complete free­dom of layout; mono and stereo
modules are interchangeable,
allowing the console to be cus­tom configured to provide the
right facilities for every user.

But the biggest benefit that the
D-MIX 1000 offers is confidence.
Soundcraft professional audio
consoles are designed to work
hard - with thoughtful details
such as revolutionary faders
which prevent damage from liq­uids or dirt and a plug-in cross­fader for ease of servicing - to
give the best performance
under extreme conditions - all
night, every night.

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Mono Input Module

Each Mono module will accept a Mic and Line level
input with gain adjustment to allow for different source
sensitivities. A pre EQ insert point is provided for the
addition of a limiter or other processor to the input.
The signal may be routed via a three-band EQ
section, giving up to 10dB boost/cut at 100Hz, 3.5kHz
and 8kHz. An Aux feed is available for use with an
effects unit, reverb or as an independent output. The
send level is individually controlled from each input
module. The mono signal may be ‘positioned’ in the
stereo image using the Pan pot, and is controlled via
the high-quality 100mm long-throw fader and
illuminated On switch. A Peak LED warns the DJ of
excessive signal level before distortion occurs. The
channel may be assigned to the main Left and Right
outputs, or through the A/B cross-fader if required,
using the interlocking routing switches. Pre fade
monitoring is achieved using the Cue button, located
at the bottom of each fader for ease of use. An internal
link assigns the Mono input to the Voice-Over system
when the channel is in Mic mode. Two Mono input
modules are fitted as standard.

Stereo Input Module

The D-MIX 1000 provides the DJ with six dual stereo
inputs as standard. Each Stereo module permits the
connection of two switched stereo sources (such
as CD players, DAT machines or VTRs). Line 1 input
may be selected internally to provide RIAA
equalisation for turntables. Input gain is varied by +/­10dB using a rotary control for optimising levels. The
Stereo module uses a similar EQ section to the Mono
input, but with a +/-6dB range for more subtle
correction. A mono sum of the stereo signal may be
fed to the Aux 1 bus via the rotary level control for
zoning or special effects. The stereo balance may be
adjusted by up to +/-6dB to compensate for a
differential between the Left and Right inputs. Routing is
similar to the Mono input, with the A/B crossfader
being used for rapid and accurate transitions between
sources. All routing switches are illuminated for instant
identification. The large, illuminated On switch is used
to enable each input and also as a remote start for
turntables, CD players and other equipment. The Cue
switch routes the pre fade signal in stereo to the DJ’s
headphones and booth monitors if required. A high-
quality 100mm fader controls the overall input
signal level.

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Master Module

The D-MIX 1000 Master module may be located
anywhere in the frame to allow for individual
preferences. Mono and stereo master outputs are
provided with separate 100mm long-throw faders,
as well as an A/B crossfader mounted on a
removeable panel for ease of servicing. The main L-R
outputs are metered using high-quality vacuum display
units, and dedicated meters are provided for the
DJ’s headphone feed. These are fed with L-R or Aux
mix unless a Cue switch is pressed, when both meters
and headphone feed are replaced by the Cue signal.
The DJ may select Split Cue, so that the Cue feed
appears in the right earphone, while a mono mix of the
normal feed is heard in the left earphone.

An independent stereo DJ booth output is provided
for loudspeaker monitoring and cueing; this may be
switched to Auto Cue to permit cues to be heard
and is muted by any ‘live’ mic channel to prevent
howlround. The normal feed to the DJ booth may be
selected as either L-R or Aux. The Master module also
contains the Aux Send and Return level controls;
these may be used for effects or as a zone input or
output. The Voiceover switch enables the D-MIX
1000’s ducking system, allowing the DJ’s voice to dim
any stereo input assigned to the crossfader. The dim
threshold is adjusted using an internal preset and the
‘Master Mic’ is selected by a link on the Mono input
module. In addition to the main and Aux outputs, an
isolated mono feed is available for sound-to-light
triggering; a pre fade stereo Record output and
20Hz-80Hz sub-bass feed are also provided as
standard, to simplify the installation of an integrated
system.

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Installation and Powering

The D-MIX 1000 is powered by an external DCP100
supply, which will accept mains voltages between 110V
and 240V. The console occupies 8U of space in a
standard 19” rack; all permanent connections are made
underneath the unit to save space. All audio
connections use industry-standard XLR, 0.25” jacks and
RCA phono plugs for ease of cabling. Start/stop
connections are isolated and are made via phono
connectors.