Soundcraft Si Performer 1 – 80-Input Digital Console with DMX Lighting Control

Product Overview

The Soundcraft Si Performer 1 is the entry point of the Si Performer series — a compact digital mixing console that integrates 80-input live sound mixing with a built-in DMX 512 lighting controller. Designed for house of worship, schools, conference productions, and touring theatre companies operating with lean crew and limited console space, the Si Performer 1 provides 16 local recallable mic preamps, two ViSi Connect expansion card slots, and the full Si Performer feature set in the smallest physical footprint of the range. Its integrated lighting control capability means a single operator can manage audio and lighting cues from one surface, without a second console or operator. Available at Creation Networks.

Product Description

Despite its compact 483mm (19-inch) width, the Si Performer 1 delivers the same 80-input mix capacity as the larger Si Performer 2 and 3. Sixteen local recallable mono mic preamps and 8 stereo line inputs feed into the EMMA DSP engine, with each channel carrying a high pass filter, input delay, gate, compressor, and 4-band fully parametric EQ — all active simultaneously with no resource sharing. Two ViSi Connect option card slots (one 64x64, one 64x32) provide 128x96 total expansion I/O, supporting Dante, CAT5 or optical MADI, BSS BLU link, AVIOM, CobraNet, and other Si series cards.

The integrated DMX 512 interface is a core differentiator for installations where a separate lighting console is impractical. Using the motorised faders, FaderGlow colour-coded illumination, and the console's automation system, a single operator can run complete audio and lighting productions. This workflow is directly applicable to house of worship services, school performances, conference events, and any production where crew size or budget limits separate audio and lighting positions.

Bus processing is identical across all Si Performer models: every bus carries a dedicated BSS 31-band graphic EQ, 4-band parametric EQ, compressor, and delay — permanently assigned per bus with no pooling. The 14 aux/group mixes are configurable as 14 mono or 8 mono plus 6 stereo mixes. Four hardware-based Lexicon FX processors (MX400-derived) deliver reverb and effects independent of the DSP budget. TOTEM (One Touch Easy Mix) provides instant fader surface reconfiguration to any AUX, FX, or matrix bus.

The Si Performer 1 ships with removable side cheeks for rack mounting flexibility. The 1 Control = 1 Function surface layout means every physical control maps to a single dedicated parameter, with colour backlit LCD screens at each fader and instant access keys for STORE, RECALL, MUTE 1-8, and TAP TEMPO reducing reliance on on-screen menus during live events.

Key Features

• 16 Recallable Mic Preamps — Local mono mic inputs with motorised fader control and scene recall for repeatable, consistent gain staging across services and events.
• 80 Inputs to Mix — 16 mono mic inputs plus 8 stereo line inputs deliver a full 80-channel mix capacity in a 19-inch wide surface.
• Integrated DMX 512 Lighting Control — Built-in DMX interface with motorised fader automation enables single-operator audio and lighting production without a separate console.
• 2 ViSi Connect Option Card Slots — 128x96 total expansion I/O (64x64 + 64x32) supporting Dante, MADI, BLU link, AVIOM, CobraNet, and other Si series digital I/O options.
• BSS GEQ on Every Bus — Dedicated 31-band BSS graphic EQ permanently assigned per bus, with no shared resource pool to manage.
• 4 Stereo Lexicon FX Engines — Hardware-based MX400-derived effects processors with tap tempo, operating independently from channel and bus DSP.
• Soundcraft FaderGlow — Colour-coded fader illumination for FX, stereo, GEQ, PRE/POST aux channels prevents routing errors in dark operating environments.
• TOTEM One Touch Easy Mix — Single keypress instantly reconfigures the fader surface for AUX, FX, or matrix bus mixing.
• Full Per-Channel Processing — HPF, input delay, gate, compressor, and 4-band fully parametric EQ available simultaneously on every input channel.
• Removable Side Cheeks — Ships with removable side cheeks for rack mounting, suited to permanent installation in equipment racks or FOH positions.
• 8 VCA Groups and 8 Mute Groups — Structured level management and scene-based muting for productions with multiple stage zones or instrument groups.
• D.O.G.S. (Direct Out Gain Stabiliser) — Stabilises direct output levels when mic gain is adjusted, important for shared stagebox or simultaneous recording scenarios.

Typical Applications

• House of worship — compact primary FOH console with integrated DMX lighting control for services, rehearsals, and special events
• Auditorium and multi-purpose room — educational and community venues requiring combined audio and lighting production in a minimal footprint
• Conference room and all-hands room — corporate AV productions where a single operator manages both audio and lighting
• Touring theatre — lightweight, roadworthy production console for theatre companies with varying venue configurations
• Training room — small-format mixing environment suited to AV training programmes and operator familiarisation

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Si Performer 1 compare to the Si Performer 2 and 3?

The Si Performer 1 has 16 local mono mic inputs and measures 483mm wide — the most compact of the three models. The Si Performer 2 has 24 inputs at 730mm wide, and the Si Performer 3 has 32 inputs at 940mm wide. All three models share the same 80-input total mix capacity, bus architecture, DMX 512 interface, ViSi Connect expansion slots, and onboard processing.

Can the Si Performer 1 be rack mounted?

Yes. The Si Performer 1 ships with removable side cheeks. When the cheeks are removed, the console can be rack mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, making it suitable for fixed installation in AV equipment rooms or FOH rack positions.

Does the Si Performer 1 support Dante networking?

Dante is not built in but is available by installing a Dante option card in one of the two ViSi Connect expansion slots. Once installed, the Si Performer 1 becomes a Dante-networked console compatible with other Dante devices on the same network.

Is the Si Performer 1 suitable for house of worship with volunteer operators?

Yes. The console's 1 Control = 1 Function surface layout, instant access keys, scene recall with recallable mic preamps, security lockout, and integrated DMX lighting control make it particularly well suited to house of worship environments where volunteers need a consistent, low-complexity workflow each service.

What personal monitoring options are available?

With a BSS BLU link (Si BLU link) option card installed, the Si Performer 1 integrates directly with the dbx PMC16 Personal Monitoring System over standard Cat5 cabling, providing a cost-effective IEM distribution solution without additional infrastructure.

What warranty does the Soundcraft Si Performer 1 carry?

Soundcraft products carry the standard Harman Professional manufacturer's warranty when purchased through an authorised dealer. Creation Networks is an authorised Soundcraft reseller — visit creationnetworks.net for purchasing and support information.

What is the current firmware version for the Si Performer 1?

The current firmware is Si Performer Console Software v2.2 Build 1, released November 2025. Free updates are available to all registered Si Performer users via the Soundcraft website downloads section.