Used DiGiCo SD5
Used DiGiCo SD5 consoles offer professionals a large-format digital mixing desk suited to live sound, broadcast and studio applications, with up to 56 mic/line inputs and Optocore digital audio transmission. Second-hand SD5 systems regularly appear with associated stage racks and cabling, making them a practical choice for full-scale productions. Scroll down to browse the used DiGiCo SD5 listings currently available.
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DiGiCo SD5 specifications
| Brand | DiGiCo |
| Segment | Audio |
| Analogue or Digital | Digital |
| Rackmounted or Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Wired or Wireless | Wired |
| IP Rating | Non IP Rated |
| Typical used price | $72,708 (range $70,413–$75,002) |
About the DiGiCo SD5
The DiGiCo SD5 is a large-format digital mixing console designed for live sound, broadcast and studio use. It supports up to 56 mic/line inputs and up to 40 line outputs, with AES-EBU output capability also available depending on configuration. Optocore technology provides reliable digital audio transmission across the system. The console is typically paired with DiGiCo SD-Rack units, which can be equipped with ADC and DAC cards to deliver extensive analogue input and output capacity. Its layout is designed to facilitate straightforward operation across complex audio setups.
DiGiCo SD5 — buyer FAQs
What is the DiGiCo SD5 and what is it used for?
The DiGiCo SD5 is a large-format digital mixing console intended for live sound, broadcast and studio applications. It supports up to 56 mic/line inputs and up to 40 line outputs, with AES-EBU output capability available depending on configuration. Its layout is designed to handle complex audio setups, and it is regularly used by sound engineers and at professional music venues.
Who makes the DiGiCo SD5 and how does it fit in the broader range?
DiGiCo is a British manufacturer based in Chessington, England, that builds digital mixing consoles for live sound, musical theatre, broadcast and installed sound. It is part of the Audiotonix group, which also owns Allen & Heath and Calrec. The SD5 sits in DiGiCo's large-format console range, aimed at professionals who need extensive input and output capacity alongside reliable digital transmission across a full production system.
What role does Optocore technology play in the DiGiCo SD5?
The SD5 uses Optocore technology to handle digital audio transmission between the console surface and its connected stage racks. This approach keeps the signal reliable over distance, and used units sometimes include Optocore cabling, with one configuration including a 150-metre cable, which allows the console and racks to be positioned at a practical distance from each other during a production.
What is typically included when buying a used DiGiCo SD5?
Used SD5 packages commonly include the console surface with HMA optic connection, one or more SD-Rack units fitted with ADC and DAC cards, and Optocore cabling. Some packages also include a dust cover and a flight case, sometimes a three-part wheeled case. Specifications vary between units, so checking the individual listing carefully is important. Purchases on 10K Used carry a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults; full details are in the buying guide at 10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/.
What input and output capacity does a used DiGiCo SD5 system offer?
The SD5 supports up to 56 mic/line inputs and up to 40 line outputs at the console level. When paired with SD-Rack units equipped with ADC and DAC cards, the system can deliver 56 analogue inputs and 32 analogue outputs, with 4 AES-EBU outputs also available. Exact capacity depends on how the racks are configured and which cards are fitted, so checking the specific unit's specification before purchase is advisable.
