Soundcraft Si Impact – 80-Input Digital Console with USB Interface and iPad Control

Product Overview

The Soundcraft Si Impact is an 80-input digital mixing console that integrates a 32-in/32-out USB audio interface and iPad remote control into a compact surface designed for live production and installed AV. It delivers up to 80 channels to mix via its firmware 2.0 update, 26 motorized faders, dbx dynamics, BSS graphic EQ on every bus, and four Lexicon FX engines — alongside a built-in USB interface for direct multitrack recording to a DAW. The Si Impact is well suited to houses of worship, touring, and AV installations requiring both mixing depth and recording capability in a single device. It is currently on sale at Creation Networks with savings off the regular retail price.

Product Description

The Soundcraft Si Impact combines the workflow of the Si series with an integrated 32-in/32-out USB audio interface, making it practical for both live reinforcement and simultaneous DAW recording without additional hardware. The console ships with 32 mic inputs and 8 XLR/quarter-inch combo jacks for line sources, yielding 40 DSP input channels (32 mono plus 4 stereo returns) at the base configuration. With firmware v2.0 installed, combining the onboard inputs with USB playback channels expands the total to 80 channels to mix.

Each input channel features four-band fully parametric EQ, dbx dynamics, and FaderGlow color illumination. The 31 output buses all include full DSP processing and BSS graphic EQ. Eight VCAs and 8 mute groups provide the mix management tools needed for complex live productions. The 5-inch touchscreen display and per-channel multi-color LCD scribble strips give operators clear visual feedback on every fader without navigating nested menus.

Four studio-grade Lexicon FX engines with dedicated buses provide reverb, delay, and modulation without consuming main DSP resources. The integrated 32x32 USB audio interface connects to a Mac or PC via a single cable, sending all 32 inputs to a DAW while simultaneously feeding playback tracks back to the mix. This replaces the need for a standalone audio interface in recording scenarios.

Built-in stagebox connectivity supports optional Soundcraft Mini Stagebox 32i or 16i units via the included MADI option card slot, extending the mic input count to up to 96 preamps and the total input pool to 136 for an 80-channel mix. A second MADI card slot enables a second stagebox, and a Dante option card provides 64 channels of Dante network audio. Remote mixing from an iPad is supported via the Soundcraft ViSi Remote iOS application, enabling FOH control from the audience position or monitor mixing from the stage.

Key Features

• Up to 80 Channels to Mix — Firmware v2.0 combines onboard inputs and USB playback for 80 total channels with stagebox expansion.
• 32-in/32-out USB Audio Interface — Integrated USB interface for direct multitrack recording and DAW playback without additional hardware.
• 32 Mic Inputs + 8 Combo Jacks — 40 base DSP channels: 32 mono mic inputs and 4 stereo returns at the console.
• iPad Remote Control — Full mix control via the Soundcraft ViSi Remote iOS app from anywhere in the venue.
• BSS GEQ on Every Bus — 31 output buses each include BSS graphic EQ, compressor, and full DSP processing.
• 4 Lexicon FX Engines — Studio-grade reverb, delay, and modulation on dedicated FX buses, independent of main DSP.
• 26 Motorized Faders — 24 input faders plus LR/Mono master faders with four customizable fader layers.
• FaderGlow Color Illumination — Per-fader color coding identifies function across aux sends, FX sends, and GEQ mode.
• 8 VCAs + 8 Mute Groups — Comprehensive mix management for complex live productions.
• 5-Inch Touchscreen + Multi-Color LCD Strips — Per-channel display with custom channel naming and at-a-glance level information.
• Stagebox Expansion — MADI option card enables Mini Stagebox 32i/16i connectivity; second card slot adds a second stagebox for up to 96 mic preamps.
• Dante Option Card Support — 64-channel Dante network audio available via optional Dante ViSi Connect card.

Typical Applications

• House of worship — live reinforcement with simultaneous multitrack recording to DAW
• Auditorium — theatrical productions requiring monitor mixes, VCAs, and mute group control
• Multi-purpose room — installed console with USB recording for event documentation
• Touring — compact touring rig scalable via stageboxes for larger venue input counts
• Broadcast studio — USB multitrack feed to DAW for broadcast and archiving workflows
• Training room — installed digital console with iPad remote for flexible operator positioning

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Si Impact reach 80 channels to mix?

With firmware v2.0, the Si Impact combines its 32 onboard mix inputs with the 32 USB input channels and additional stagebox inputs. Adding two Mini Stagebox units via two MADI cards yields up to 96 mic preamps, 136 total inputs, and 80 channels to mix.

Does the Si Impact replace a separate audio interface for recording?

For most live recording scenarios, yes. The built-in 32-in/32-out USB interface connects directly to a Mac or PC DAW, sending all 32 inputs for multitrack recording while receiving playback channels simultaneously — no additional interface hardware required.

What iPad control functionality is available?

The Soundcraft ViSi Remote iOS app provides full remote mixing control, including channel faders, EQ, dynamics, and routing. Multiple iPad devices can connect simultaneously, allowing separate FOH and monitor engineers to work independently.

Can the Si Impact connect to a Dante network?

Yes. An optional Dante ViSi Connect card provides 64 channels of Dante network audio to and from the console, integrating it with Dante-networked devices.

What stageboxes are compatible with the Si Impact?

Compatible Soundcraft stageboxes include the Mini Stagebox 32i, Mini Stagebox 16i, Mini Stagebox 32R, Mini Stagebox 16R, Compact Stagebox, and Vi Stagebox — all connected via MADI.

Is the Si Impact suitable for a house of worship that also needs to stream or record services?

Yes. The USB interface sends all 32 inputs directly to a DAW on a connected computer, making it straightforward to record or feed a stream simultaneously with live reinforcement, without patching to an external interface.

What operating systems does the USB interface support?

PC: Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. Mac: OS X 10.7 (Lion) through 10.11 (El Capitan). Check with Creation Networks or Soundcraft support regarding newer OS compatibility.

Where can I purchase the Soundcraft Si Impact?

Available from Creation Networks, currently on sale at a significant discount from the regular retail price.