Sonifex S1 – Digital / Analogue Radio Broadcast Mixer
The Sonifex S1 is a professional, high-performance broadcast mixer designed for community, educational, and student radio stations. With its compact size, reliability, and advanced features, it provides an exceptional on-air mixing solution.
Key Features
- High-quality audio performance
- Compact & cost-effective design
- User-friendly layout with intuitive controls
- Flush-mounting or rack-mounting options
- Analogue & digital inputs/outputs
- Main stereo & two AUX output buses (pre/post-fader selectable)
- Rotating rear panel for easy installation
- Integrated power supply with IEC inlet
- Fader start functionality for external devices
- Programmable General Purpose I/O (GPIO)
- Monitor muting & mic-live/on-air sign switching
- 100mm ALPS long-throw faders with VCA control
- Telco & stereo cleanfeed outputs for hybrid & codec integration
- Advanced automation & remote control via SCi software
Input Channels
The S1 features ten input channels with extensive connectivity:
- 5 mic, 4 mono line, 10 stereo analogue, 2 stereo digital, 1 telco, 1 stereo cleanfeed inputs
- Each channel has TRIM control (±12dB), EQ (±7dB at 6.5kHz & 100Hz), PAN/BAL, & +48V phantom power for mic inputs
Output Connectivity
- Main stereo PGM output (balanced XLR)
- Two AUX outputs (balanced stereo, 9-way D-type socket)
- Mono & stereo cleanfeed outputs (balanced XLR)
- Digital stereo PGM output (AES/EBU XLR or S/PDIF phono)
- Presenter & guest headphone/speaker outputs
- Talkback output for inter-studio communication
Monitoring & Talkback
- Monitor outputs for speakers & headphones
- Five-way switch bank for source selection
- Bright 21-segment LED meters (VU/PPM selectable)
- AUTO CUE/PFL for previewing audio
- Integrated talkback system using input channel 1
Remote Control & Automation
- Customizable remote controls for each channel
- Pulsed or latched remote outputs
- Telco Mode for independent hybrid/codec control
- Programmable GPIOs for automation & studio integration
Conclusion
The Sonifex S1 combines superior performance, flexibility, and ease of use, making it an excellent choice for professional broadcasting in community and educational environments.
