Soundcraft Notepad-8FX
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Soundcraft
Notepad-8FX
Product Info
Article Number:
419463
Brand:
Soundcraft
Model:
Notepad-8FX
Category:
Analogue mixers
Price:
$159.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Notepad-8FX is a seriously handy little mixer for singer-songwriters, podcasters, or anyone needing a simple, portable solution. The built-in effects are a nice bonus, and the Soundcraft preamps are a step above what you typically find at this price point. It's a great entry point into the Soundcraft ecosystem.
Product Description
- Soundcraft Notepad-8FX
- 8-Channel Mixer
- 2 Mono channels with high-quality mic / line preamp
- hi-Z
- low-cut and 3-Band equaliser
- 3 Stereo channels - 2x jack
- 1x RCA
- 2-Track USB recording/ playback
- Lexicon effects with tap switch
- Outputs: adjustable headphone output
- XLR master outputs with fader
- Includes power adapter
*Note:* USB cable is not included
PROS
- • Soundcraft preamps deliver surprisingly clean, low-noise performance
- • Lexicon effects offer usable reverb, chorus, and delay options
- • Compact size makes it ideal for portable recording and small venues
- • Robust build quality for a mixer in this price bracket – feels solid.
CONS
- • Limited headroom – pushing it can introduce noticeable distortion
- • No dedicated aux sends for monitor mixes – a significant limitation
- • USB functionality is playback only; no multi-track recording capabilities.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
8
Aux Sends
2
EQ Bands
3
Effects
Lexicon
Phantom Power
Yes
Weight
7.7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the USB interface is playback only; it's designed for stereo playback from a computer, not recording from the mixer's channels.
The EQ is a basic 3-band, but it’s surprisingly musical and usable. Don’t expect the precision or flexibility of their higher-end models, but it's perfectly adequate for basic shaping.
Yes, it's an external power adapter, and it's a fairly standard design; I’ve seen these used regularly on the road without issue, though a backup adapter is always a good idea.
