Crest V12 Robust, reliable, and eminently versatile, the V12 represents the culmination of a five-year development program integrating the carefully researched needs and dreams of hundreds of sound engineers, audio consultants, and contractors with Crest Audio´s twenty-year heritage of console engineering excellence and hands-on experience in the live sound business. The result? The finest analog console ever conceived.

Design focus
Designed expressly for the most critical concert and theatre applications, V12 is the elegant flagship of the Crest Audio console line, establishing new benchmarks in sonic performance, flexibility of configuration, build quality, and attention to detail--a thorough redefinition of the high-end, high-performance live sound mixing console.

Crest X-monitor Designed for today´s monitor-mixing techniques, X-Monitor is capable of generating both mono and stereo mixes, via the use of global mode-switches. X-Monitor may also be used in front-of-house applications where multiple mixed-outputs are required--as in special AV applications. Monitor consoles are available with 24, 32, 40, and 48 mono input channels.

Features
Four-band eq with sweepable mid-bands and high-pass filters on all inputs
Twelve monitor-mixes from inputs operated in mono--or in-pairs for stereo operation with level and pan functions
Additional bus assignment to four MATRIX and A and B output mixes for a total of 18-outputs
Built-in SPLITTER system with ground-lift switches
Twelve-channels of six-band output eq with three fully-parametric mid-bands--HF and LF being sweepable, plus a continuously variable high-pass filter
Four-channels of five-band eq on MATRIX outputs
Five-segment LED level indication on all mono input modules, with variable-intensity SIGNAL PRESENT indicator and multiple sample point PEAK indicator
Stereo solo-system features: switchable AFL/PFL mode, LAST-PRESSED functions, and input-priority with master SOLO CLEAR switch--all inputs and outputs may be monitored
Signal-monitoring via headphone and alternate output, plus primary monitor output on 100mm fader
Direct input assignment to matrix system enables effects-output control or the assembly of additional generic-mix outputs
Direct input and group assignment to A and B output channels--providing additional monitor outputs (cross-stage monitor system) or primary outputs (front-of-house application)
Separate ground-compensated insert sends and balanced returns on group, matrix and left/right outputs
Meter bridge--fourteen mechanical meters with solid-state illumination; outputs 1-12 and solo-left and solo-right

Crest HP8 Bridging the world between high quality audio designs and efficient construction techniques, Crest Audio HP-EIGHT enters the market filling the increasing needs of the professional install and portable markets. Backed by a five-year warranty, the HP-EIGHT follows the tradition high audio quality and reliability as established by all previous Crest console products.

Features
24, 32, 40 or 48 Mono input channels – 8 analog subgroups – Left, Right, and Mono outputs
5 Stereo Line Input channels on faders with EQ, assignment, and aux sends
Mono input channels have individual 48-volt phantom power, mic/line and polarity reverse
switches.
10 Auxiliary sends on mono input channels enables the console to be used as a monitor mixer.
Direct output on all mono input channels
"Fader flip" function on aux outputs places aux masters on 100mm faders in place of group
channels.
Eight aux mixes with aux 5/6 and aux 7/8 switchable to stereo operation
4-band equalizer with two swept mid frequencies and fixed frequency high-pass filter
100mm high-quality faders on mono inputs, groups and separate left, right, and mono outputs.
4-channel scene mute system
Full talkback and monitor systems
Modular input blocks of 8 channels
Internal Power supply with provision for external, redundant supply
2 channel matrix system
Designed and manufactured in the U.S. by the same people who brought you the Century
Series, X-Series, X-Rack Series, and V12 consoles.
Five-Year Warranty

Crest X8 VCA Simplicity of operation may be desirable in a generic console designed for users of all levels, but for the experienced professional, such products often fail to provide necessary professional features. Rather than employing a least-common-denominator approach, X-VCA includes those features most-desired by veteran front-of-house engineers.

Features
Eight VCA-masters control input and group channels--VCA assignment may be stored via the microprocessor control system
Four-band eq and variable high-pass filter on all input channels
Mono inputs have full-parametric eq, while stereo inputs are sweepable in all four bands
Eight-channels of dynamics include variable-ratio COMPRESSOR/LIMITER and DOWNWARD EXPANDER (gate)
Output eq and RMS-limiters on primary stereo and mono outputs
Multiple outputs, including ALTERNATE OUTPUT, MATRIX 1-4 (option for additional external matrix outputs) and dedicated ASSISTIVE LISTENING OUTPUTS
Direct-output on all mono input channels
Five-segment level indication on all mono input modules, with variable intensity SIGNAL PRESENT indicator and multiple sample point PEAK indicator
Stereo solo system features switchable AFL/PFL mode and LAST-PRESSED functions, with master SOLO CLEAR switch
Discrete bus assignment to groups, left/right and mono outputs
True LCR panning available on mono input channels
Separate ground-compensated insert sends and balanced returns
Fully-balanced primary outputs and balanced mic and line inputs

Crest X-Eight RT and HS consoles are designed specifically for sound contracting, industrial, rental, and installation applications. These live performance, front-of-house consoles are suitable for veterans and beginners alike.

Features
Four-band eq with sweepable mid-bands and high-pass filters on all inputs
Fader-reverse function optimizes operation as a front-of-house or as a monitor-mix console (HS version only)
Microprocessor-based muting system enables outputs to be used for special-effects in theatrical applications
Multiple outputs, including ALTERNATE OUTPUT, MATRIX 1-4, and dedicated ASSISTIVE LISTENING outputs (RT version only)
Direct output on all mono input channels
Five-segment LED level indication on all mono input-modules with variable intensity SIGNAL PRESENT indicator and multiple sample-point PEAK INDICATOR
Eight aux mixes with aux 5/6 and aux 7/8 switchable to stereo operation
Stereo solo system features switchable AFL/PFL mode and last-pressed functions, with master SOLO CLEAR switch
Discrete bus assignment to groups, left/right and mono outputs
True LCR panning available on mono input-channels
Separate ground-compensated insert sends and balanced returns on group, auxiliary and primary outputs as well as on mono input-channels
Fully-balanced primary outputs and balanced mic- and line-inputs
Meter bridge as standard; thirteen mechanical meters with solid state illumination: eight groups, left, right, mono (center) and solo-left/solo-right

Crest X4 If your application requires all the features and performance of a thoroughly professional mixing console but presents severe space restrictions, then the Crest Audio X-Four console is the ideal solution. The compact X-Four is a dual-function console, equipped for front-of-house or stage-monitor duties. It is intended for live-performance, professional sound contracting, industrial, rental, and installation sound applications. Despite its small footprint, X-Four is equipped with those features most-needed by front-of-house and monitor engineers.

Features
Four-band eq with sweepable mid-bands and high-pass filters on all inputs
Eight channels of four-band output eq--located on the six aux and four matrix outputs: switchable to group, left, right, and mono (center) output channels
Including of output eq reduces the need for external processing and its associated wiring
Fader reverse function optimizes consoles for front-of-house or monitor-mix applications
Multiple outputs, including ALTERNATE OUTPUT, MATRIX 1-2 and dedicated ASSISTIVE LISTENING outputs
Direct-output on all mono input channels
Five-segment LED level indication on all mono input modules, with variable-intensity SIGNAL PRESENT indicator and multiple sample-point PEAK indicator
Six auxiliary mixes, with AUX 5/6 switchable to stereo-operation
Stereo PFL and AFL solo system features dedicated left and right solo-metering
Discrete bus assignment to groups, left/right and mono outputs
True LCR panning available on mono input channels
All solo (PFL/AFL) and mute buttons illuminate when active
Separate ground-compensated insert sends and balanced returns
Fully balanced primary outputs and balanced mic and line inputs
Talkback individually assignable to each main, aux, and group output
Low-profile LED metering--nine 15-segment meters: four groups, left, right, mono (center) and solo-left/solo-right
Transformer isolation (optional) on mic inputs and left, right, and mono outputs

Crest XRM Features
Optimized for "In Ear" monitor systems, capable of generating up to 6 stereo mixes (each input channel with individual level and pan controls) or up to 12 mono mixes.
May be used as a stereo or mono monitor mixer or a combination of both, or a matrix mixer or for front-of-house applications.
12 Mono inputs Plus 4 Stereo mic/line inputs (20 total), all with Mic pre amps and individual (per channel) 48 Volt Phantom Power Switches.
Built in splitter system on all 20 XLR mic/line inputs with ground lift switches on each input channel.
Additional common stereo inputs on XLR and 1/4" connectors for use with click or Reference track sends to artists
Four-band mid sweep EQ on mono and stereo input channels.
18dB per octave high pass filter on mono input channels
12 fully balanced XLR outputs and XLR balanced bus inputs.
Solo link system compatible with other XR Series Rack mixers.
10 Space Rack mount configuration.
Designed and Manufactured in the USA

Crest XR20 and XR24 Features
XR-20(shown above) has 12 Mono inputs + 4 Stereo inputs (20 inputs total), all with mic preamps and individual 48 Volt Phantom Power Switches
The XR-24 is available with 8 Mono inputs, 8 Stereo inputs (24 inputs total), all with mic preamps and individual 48 Volt Phantom Power Switches
100mm faders on all inputs and Left, Right, and Mono (center) Outputs. 60mm faders on the 4 subgroups.
Four band EQ on all inputs
18dB per octave high pass filters on mono input channels
Insert on all inputs, subgroups, aux outs and L, R, & M outputs
6 Aux buses, selectable pre or post fader in pairs
Aux´s 1 and 2 can be configured as Level/pan for stereo operation
XLR L, R & Mono outputs switchable between Line and Mic level
Internal universal line voltage power supply
1/4" TRS and RCA connectors provided on Alt Output, Monitor Output and Tape Input

Crest X-Matrix is a 12 X 2 matrix mixer. Its primary application is to add additional matrix mixers to the X-VCA console. It can also be used as a stand-alone matrix mixer. As a companion piece to the X-VCA console, it provides the facilities to create additional mixes from the eight Sub groups and the Left, Right and Mono mix buses. In both applications, multiple units can be daisy-chained, offering almost unlimited expansion capabilities.

Features
Can be used as a dual output Matrix expander for the Crest X-VCA console, or as an independent 12X2 Line input mixer
Front panel rotary potentiometers for setting mix levels
Input and Output multi-pin connectors for linking multiple units
1/4" TRS balanced inputs and XLR balanced outputs
Insert send and return on each output channel
LED level meter and master level control for each output
Five Year Crest Audio warranty (U.S. only)