Live Sound Mixer Appraisal

Peavey FX2 32-Channel Mixer

The item is identified as a Peavey FX2 32-Channel Mixer, a professional audio mixing console. Physically, it presents a rectangular, expansive control surface with a light grey main panel, dark grey side panels, and black accents for various sections. The mixer is meticulously organized with numerous controls. It features 32 input channels, with channel numbers clearly visible along the left side, ranging from 1 to 32. Each channel appears to have multiple rotary knobs, predominantly colored blue and red, indicating different audio parameters such as gain, EQ, and effects sends. There are also faders, identifiable by black slider caps on a light grey track, arranged vertically along the right side and in a central section, used for volume control of individual channels and master outputs. A small, seemingly LCD screen is centrally located in the upper half, likely displaying digital effects parameters or routing information. Various buttons and switches in black, blue, and red are also present throughout the console for specific functions. The construction appears robust, typically metal for the chassis and high-durability plastics for the knobs and fader caps, characteristic of professional audio equipment designed for studio or live sound environments. The 'Peavey' logo is visible on the lower left side, indicating the manufacturer. The 'FX2' and '32 CHANNEL' labels are clearly printed on the top left section, specifying the model and channel count. The overall condition appears to be good, with no obvious signs of significant damage, heavy wear, or missing components. Some minor dust or smudges might be present, but the unit seems well-maintained. The layout suggests a standard analog mixer design with integrated digital effects ('FX'). This model likely dates from the 2000s or 2010s, a period when multi-channel analog mixers with integrated digital processing were common.