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Soundcraft Vi3000 Vi Series Digital Live Sound Console vs Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack
The Vi3000 is a complete standalone mixing console with integrated control surfaces and faders for direct hands-on mixing, while the ViLR-48C5 is a rack-mount DSP and I/O processing unit designed to expand or support existing Vi console systems remotely. Choose the Vi3000 if you need an all-in-one mixing solution; choose the ViLR-48C5 if you're integrating additional processing into an established Vi console infrastructure.
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Soundcraft Vi3000 Vi Series Digital Live Sound Console
Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack
Specs side by side
| Soundcraft Vi3000 Vi Series Digital Live Sound Console | Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $64,390.00 | $59,849.00 |
| Brand | Soundcraft | Soundcraft |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Soundcraft Vi3000 Vi Series Digital Live Sound Console
- ✓ 36 illuminated FaderGlow faders for immediate, tactile channel control
- ✓ Four Vistonics II touch screens with 3D graphics for visual mixing and parameter access
- ✓ Supports up to 96 inputs across 48 mic preamps with Dante, MADI, and AES connectivity
- ✓ Complete mixing console ready to deploy without additional control hardware
Why choose Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack
- ✓ Compact 9U rack format ideal for fixed installations and touring rigs
- ✓ Co-developed SCore DSP engine paired with integrated low-noise cooling
- ✓ Cat5 connectivity for flexible remote stage box communication and expansion
- ✓ Functions as a processing and I/O expansion unit for existing Vi console systems
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the ViLR-48C5 as a standalone mixer?
No. The ViLR-48C5 is a processing and I/O rack unit designed to integrate with existing Soundcraft Vi consoles via Cat5 connectivity. It requires a Vi console control surface to function as a mixing system.
Which product is better for a large live event with multiple stages?
The Vi3000 can handle up to 96 inputs and supports Dante and MADI for networked audio, making it suitable for large events. The ViLR-48C5 could extend a Vi console's capability across remote stage boxes but requires the Vi console as the control center.
What is the key difference in how you control these systems?
The Vi3000 features 36 physical faders and four touch screens integrated into one console for direct mixing. The ViLR-48C5 contains only processing and I/O; it must be controlled remotely via a Vi console connected by Cat5.
Are both systems suitable for touring?
Yes, both can tour. The Vi3000 is a complete console that travels as one unit. The ViLR-48C5 is specifically designed as a compact 9U rack for touring setups that already integrate with a Vi console elsewhere in the rig.