DiGiCo SD8 Digital Mixing Console D2 Package - Unleash Your Live Performance with MADI Only and D2 Rack
DiGiCo SD8 Digital Mixing Console
Revolutionize your live performance mixing with the DiGiCo Digital Mixing Console! This 120-channel console features 37 physical faders and a 15” LCD high-resolution touchscreen. With the same Stealth Digital Processing and floating point Super FPGA technology as the flagship SD7, the SD8 offers an intuitive workflow and endless expansion possibilities.
DiGiCo D2 Rack
The D2-Rack is a game-changer in digital connectivity. With an expandable channel count and high sample rates, it provides the firepower for even the most ambitious projects. Its compact 9U rack comes with 48 inputs and 16 outputs as standard, which can be expanded to 32 outputs. The inputs can be specified as 48 mic in or 24 mic/24 AES/EBU in. Dual MADI ports ensure reliable rack sharing and digital splits for recording.
Features:
- DiGiCo SD8 Digital Mixing Console:
- • 120 Input Channels for comprehensive sound control
- • MADI & Multi-Mode Optics HMA for versatile connectivity
- • 48 Aux / Sub-Group Busses for flexible routing
- DiGiCo D2-Rack:
- • 9U MADI connected high performance rack for powerful processing
- • Option of 48 Mic In or 24 Mic/24 AES/EBU In for input flexibility
- • Analogue and Digital output expansion for growing needs
Specifications:
- DiGiCo SD8 Digital Mixing Console:
- Faders: 37 x 100mm Touch-Sensitive, Motorised for precise control
- Screens: 1 x 15' (38cm) LCD High - Resolution Touch Screen for easy navigation
- Meters: 38 x 20-Segment LED Bargraph for visual monitoring
- Input Channels: 120 for a wide range of sources
- Busses: 48 assignable for various configurations
- Solo Busses: 2 Stereo Busses for individual monitoring
- Matrix: 16 x 16 Matrix for advanced signal processing
- Control Groups: 12 for efficient group management
- Graphic EQ: 24 x 32-band, Gain +/- 12dB for detailed sound shaping
- Internal FX: 16 Stereo FX Processors for creative effects
- Local I/O: 8 x Mic/Line I/O, 8 x AES/EBU I/O (Mono) for convenient connections
- MADI Interface: 2 Redundant Interfaces, 75 Ohm BNC Connectivity for reliable data transfer
- Optic Interface: Optocore (Optional Factory Fit Only) for additional connectivity
- MIDI Interface: In / Out / Through for MIDI integration
- VGA Port: DB-15 Mini-Female (1024 x 768 Resolution) for display
- USB Ports: 3 x USB 2 for data transfer
- Light Connection: 2 x XLR3 1.2 - 12V for lighting control
- Ext Sync: Word Clock, AES, MADI, Optics for synchronization
- Headphone: TRS Unbalanced / 8-600 Ohms 1/4 Inch Jack for private monitoring
- Dimensions: 1347mm (w) x 811mm (d) x 251.7mm (h) for easy installation
- Weight: 65Kg (155Kg with Optional Flightcase) for portability
- Flightcase: 1517mm (w) x 1133mm (h) x 452mm (d) (Optional) for protection
- Power Requirements: 90-264 VAC, 47-63Hz Auto Sensing. 230VA Typical, 295VA Peak (Meters Full, Faders Moving) for stable operation
- Redundancy: Internal PSU x 2 for reliability
- DiGiCo D2-Rack:
- Audio Specifications:
- Sample Rate: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176kHz or 192kHz for high-quality audio
- Crosstalk (100 - 10kHz): >90dB for low interference
- AES Input Frequency Response (10Hz - 20kHz): ±0.1dB for accurate audio reproduction
- Analogue Input Frequency Response (10Hz - 20kHz): ±1dB for reliable audio input
- AES Noise: <-140dB for clear audio
- Analogue EIN (150Ω): 127dB for low noise floor
- Dynamic Range: 113dB for wide audio range
- Input Impedance: 2500Ω (2650Ω with pad) for proper signal handling
- CMRR @ 1kHz (150Ω Zin): >71dB for high common mode rejection
- AES Distortion @ -1dBFS Gain (100Hz - 10kHz): <0.00015% for low distortion
- Analogue Distortion @ 30dBFS Gain (100Hz - 10kHz): <0.01% for clean audio
- AES Cable Length: OK over 100m for long-distance connections
- Phantom Power: 48.3V for powering microphones
- Oscillator Level: -96dB to 0dB for accurate oscillator control
- Oscillator Frequency: 20Hz to 22kHz for proper frequency range
- Gain Range: -10dB to +60dB for adjustable gain
- System Delay: ≈2ms @ 48kHz or ≈1.1ms @ 96kHz for low latency
- Maximum Input Level: +22dBu for high input sensitivity
- Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu for high output power
- Connections:
- 48 x XLR Mic Inputs for microphone connections
- 16 x XLR Outputs for audio outputs
- 2 x Output Expansion Slots for future expansion
- 2 x Redundant PSUs for reliable power supply
- 1 x LCD Menu Screen for easy setup
- 4 x Menu Buttons for quick access
- 1 x MADI Main I/O (BNC) for MADI connectivity
- 1 x MADI Aux I/O (BNC) for additional MADI connectivity
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type B port for data transfer
- Signal Processing:
- Internal Oscillator for accurate timing
- Gain Tracking for consistent gain
- Options:
- BNC or Cat5 (RJ45) MADI for flexible MADI connection
- 48 in and 16 out or 24in, 24 AES/EBU in and 16 out for input/output flexibility
- Compatible Cards: 8 ch Line Output / 8 ch AES Output / 16 ch Aviom for additional functionality
The DiGiCo SD8 Digital Mixing Console D2 Package is designed for live performance enthusiasts. Whether you're a professional sound engineer or a passionate musician, this package offers the tools you need to create amazing mixes. The SD8 console has 120 input channels, 37 physical faders, and a 15” LCD touchscreen. It's compact, weighing 65Kg (155Kg with optional flightcase), with dimensions of 1347mm (w) x 811mm (d) x 251.7mm (h). The D2-Rack is a 9U rack with 48 inputs and 16 outputs (expandable to 32), dual redundant power supplies, and flexible input options. Together, they provide high-quality audio processing and reliable connectivity for your live shows.
