Soundcraft
Soundcraft Signature 22 Compact Analogue Mixing
Best professional mixer for studio recording and live sound production.
Elevate your audio experience with the Soundcraft Signature 22 Compact Analogue Mixing console. Engineered for professional reliability, its robust metal construction houses 16 iconic Soundcraft Ghost mic preamps, delivering ultra-low noise performance. Shape your sound with the renowned 4-band Sapphyre British EQ, featuring sweepable mids for precise tonal control. Enhance your mixes using the Dual Engine Lexicon Effects, offering studio-quality reverbs and delays. Seamlessly integrate with your setup via the 2-in/2-out USB interface for effortless recording and playback, complemented by dbx Limiters for dynamic control.
$929.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 369
#11 in Audio Mixers
Price vs Category Average
-3%
Below average
Number of Channels
22
Who it's for
- Touring professionals requiring reliable, road-ready hardware for demanding environments
- Studio engineers seeking professional-grade audio fidelity and low noise
- Live performers needing built-in effects and essential dynamic control
Who should skip it
- Producers requiring simultaneous multitrack recording for complex studio sessions
- Sound designers needing precise, sweepable EQ across every individual channel
- Mobile DJs or musicians with limited desk or travel space
Performance breakdown
Preamplifier Clarity
Ghost preamps deliver exceptionally clean gain for professional-grade vocal and instrument capture.
EQ Precision
Sapphyre British EQ offers surgical control over your mix's tonal character.
Build Durability
Tour-grade metal construction ensures reliability in demanding live performance environments.
Effects Versatility
Dual Lexicon engines provide studio-quality spatial processing without needing external hardware.
Dynamic Control
Integrated dbx limiters effectively tame unruly peaks on critical input channels.
Tactile Workflow
Smooth 100mm faders allow for precise, intuitive adjustments during live mixing.
Key Specs
Number of Channels
22
Number of Preamps
16 Ghost Preamps
Equalizer
4-band Soundcraft Sapphyre EQ with 2 swept mids
USB Interface
2-in/2-out audio interface
Effects
Dual Engine Lexicon Effects
Limiters
dbx Limiters on 8 input channels
Faders
100mm premium-quality
Power Supply
Internal universal power supply
Features
- Professional 22-input analogue mixing console
- Ultra-low noise Soundcraft Ghost mic preamps
- Studio-quality Lexicon effects engine
- Tour-grade robust metal construction
- Precise 4-band Sapphyre British EQ
- dbx Limiters for dynamic control
- Convenient 2-in/2-out USB interface
- Smooth 100mm premium faders
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Soundcraft Signature 22 for its exceptional sonic integrity and professional quality, positioning it as a top mid-range analog mixer. The renowned Ghost preamps deliver clarity and warmth usually found in higher-end gear, making it excellent for both live sound and studio tracking. The integrated Lexicon effects are immediately usable and high quality. Reviewers also value the robust build quality, which inspires confidence in its durability for frequent use. While the USB interface offers great multi-track flexibility, minor setup complexities are occasionally noted. Overall, the consensus is that the Signature 22 provides unparalleled professional sound and features for its price point, making it a highly recommended investment.
Know before you buy
The Signature 22 features 16 high-quality Ghost mic preamps, allowing you to connect up to 16 microphones simultaneously.
The built-in USB interface is a 2-in/2-out configuration, which is designed for stereo recording and playback rather than multitrack recording of individual channels.
The 4-band Sapphyre EQ includes two sweepable mid-frequency bands, giving you much more surgical control over your tone compared to fixed-frequency equalizers.
The mixer includes dbx limiters on 8 of the input channels, which help manage dynamic peaks. While these provide excellent control, you may still prefer external compressors if you require specific character-based processing.
Yes, the console is built with a tour-grade metal chassis designed to withstand the rigors of frequent transport and live performance settings.
Yes, the Signature 22 provides switchable phantom power, allowing you to use professional condenser microphones across its input channels.
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