Spirit Folio FX16 Features On-Board Effects
 December 24, 1997Spirit's new Folio FX16, the latest brainchild from design guru Graham Blyth,
is a 16-channel multipurpose mixer with a built-in Lexicon effects processor section.
A flexible four-bus mixer, the Folio FX16 is capable of producing digital-quality sound for both
live and recording applications. It features a specially-designed 16-program Lexicon effects section
with dual-effect capability (including Chorus and Reverb, Chorus and Delay, and Reverb and Delay) as
well as fully editable/storable programs and parameters. The console, itself, includes 16 mic/line
inputs and 26 total inputs to mix (including FX returns and tape return to mix). In addition to the
mix outs, two sub-buses allow groups of instruments to be sent to multitrack recorders or additional
speakers, or sub-grouped to mix. The FX16's 16 direct outs are individually fader pre/post
switchable, making them equally useful for recording in the studio or at a gig. In keeping with the
multipurpose nature of FX16, both solo in place and PFL solo are available for studio mixdown and
gain-setting applications, respectively.
All of the Folio FX16's 16 mic/line inputs are equipped with Spirit's UltraMic(TM) preamp. Providing
a full 60dB of gain range and +22dBu of headroom, this preamp enables the input stage to handle
virtually any mic or line device. In the EQ section, a true British three-band EQ with sweepable mid
benefits from custom designed pots, providing greater control across carefully chosen frequencies.
There are four auxiliary sends, including a dedicated Lexicon effects send, one pre-fade send and
two pre/post-fader selectable sends that are equally useful as extra foldback sends in monitor-heavy
live applications, or as effects sends in studio mixdown situations. In addition, four stereo
returns, a separate mono sum output and two subgroup outputs can also be found on the Folio FX16.
The mixer uses 100mm faders throughout, giving more accurate control during complex mixes than
standard 60mm designs, and all pots have been custom-designed for even and consistent response
around their entire sweep. The use of the latest PCB surface-mount technology means that the Folio
FX16 fits all of these features into a rugged, compact frame that can be optionally rack-mounted
into a IOU space. When rack-mounted, the FX16's rotating connector pod allows leads to be connected
conveniently behind the rack.
Spirit Folio FX16 Feature List:
- 16 mono mic/line inputs
- Maximum 26 inputs to mix
- Integral Lexicon effects unit with editable and storable programs and parameters
- Solo in place or PFL solo with dual effects capability
- 16 pre/post fader-switchable direct outs as standard
- 4 auxiliaries with aux masters and AFL monitoring
- 3 band EQ with swept mid-frequency
- Steep l8dB/octave high pass filter
- 4 stereo returns with level control
- 4 bus structure with two subgroup outs
- 100mm tapered faders
- Global +48V phantom supply
- Rotating connector pod
- 2 x 10 segment metering (tri-color)
- Desktop as standard
- Optional rack-mount kit
- External Lexicon mute switch via jack
- External power supply with 4-pin XLR
For more information, visit their web site at www.spirit-by-soundcraft.co.uk. |
