[. . . ] The Soundcraft Vi2 the smallest 96-input digital console? www. soundcraft. com Soundcraft now offers a Vi Series control surface for applications where space is very tight. [. . . ] The Vi2 can handle as many inputs as a Vi4 or Vi6 (72 and 96 channels respectively) using the standard stagebox and local rack hardware, with access to 8 inputs at a time on the channel bay. By simply touching the input meters on the VistonicsTM screen of the master section, control of those inputs is brought onto the channel faders, along with all the channel functionality such as EQ, auxes, groups etc. In addition to the meter selection, three fully customisable layouts of the 8 input faders are available via the new user-defined fader page feature that is part of the V4. 0 software update for all Vi consoles. The Soundcraft Vi2 will therefore appeal to anyone who wants to use a Vi console but has more limited space than usual in which to operate. For example, it could be easily brought in at stage side for monitors alongside an existing console at festivals, or in corporate events where input access is less demanding than a multi-piece live band. Maximise inventory. Minimise space. www. soundcraft. com The Vi2 is also suitable for use as a space-efficient spare console, and as an easily transportable training or programming unit. [. . . ] This helps maximise rental inventory usage with Vi console systems available for both large and small scale productions. [. . . ]