Soundcraft 5085980US Notepad 5 US

Soundcraft 5085980US Notepad-5

The Notepad-5 is a compact, metal-chassis mixer built for home studios and project recording spaces that demand straightforward mixing control in a minimal footprint. Its responsive faders and intuitive channel layout streamline tracking sessions, multitrack recording, and real-time mixing tasks without menu diving or learning curves.

Connectivity & I/O

This mixer offers 5 channels of input with flexible connectivity: one XLR-1/4" combo mic input with phantom power, two 1/4" line inputs, and two RCA inputs. The output configuration includes 2 × XLR master outputs, a 1/4" monitor output, a 1/4" headphone output (shared with monitor), and USB Type B connectivity for computer integration, making it versatile enough for both analog and digital workflows.

Audio Performance & Features

A 2-band EQ on each channel allows essential tone shaping during tracking and mixing, while the 1 monitor aux send lets you create independent headphone mixes for overdubs and collaborative sessions. USB 2 × 2 (stereo in/out) capability integrates directly into your DAW for hybrid recording and playback without requiring an external audio interface.

Key Features

• 5 channels of mixing control
• 1 × XLR-1/4" combo mic input with phantom power
• 2 × 1/4" line inputs and 2 × RCA inputs
• 2 × XLR master outputs
• 1 × 1/4" monitor output and 1 × 1/4" headphone output (shared)
• USB Type B connection with 2 × 2 stereo in/out
• 2-band EQ per channel
• 1 monitor aux send
• Metal chassis construction in dark blue finish
• Compact dimensions: 8.9" × 10.2" × 3.5"
• External power supply included
• 1-year warranty; compatible with Mac OS X 10.10+ and Windows 7 SP1+

The Notepad-5 delivers practical I/O density with accessible hands-on control—ideal for recording engineers and producers building a compact studio that prioritizes tracking flexibility and direct mixing without unnecessary features.