Mackie 1642VLZ4 16-Channel Compact Analog Mixer with 10 Onyx preamps

The Mackie 1642VLZ4 16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Mixer delivers the proven performance of Onyx preamps in a compact 4-bus mixer design, suitable for bands, clubs, and more. From every input to every output, the mixer is designed to provide the highest headroom and lowest noise possible for maximum signal integrity.

The mixer is built-like-a-tank with a rugged solid-steel chassis and high-contrast controls for tactile control. With features like an expanded return section for no-hassle system integration and a dedicated control room section, the 1642VLZ4 16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Mixer is the go-to mixer choice for any application that demands flexibility and professional performance.

Key Features

• 16-Channel mixer featuring signature high-headroom, low-noise design
• 10 Boutique-Quality Onyx Microphone Preamps:
  Wide 60 dB gain range
  128.5 dB dynamic range
  +22 dBu line input handling
  Extended frequency response
  Distortion under 0.0007% (20 Hz to 50 kHz)
• Improved RF rejection, suitable for broadcast applications
• Phantom power for condenser microphones
• 16 High-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation control
• 3-Band EQ (80 Hz, & 2.5 and 12 kHz)
• 18 dB/octave 75 Hz low-cut filter on microphone input channels
• Four AUX sends, and level, pan, and PFL solo on each channel
• Four stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
• 60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
• Two stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
• ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
• Control room / phones source matrix
• High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
• Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
• Built-like-a-tank rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
• High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient at-a-glance visual feedback
• Rack-mountable design using a rack ear kit (sold separately)
• Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use
• Applications: Live sound mixing, houses of worship, clubs, gymnasiums, banquet halls, conference rooms, boardrooms, studio and field recording, multimedia
• applications, broadcast, and many more

Technical Specifications

Noise
Main Mix Noise:
Main Mix Fader @ Unity, Channel Faders Down: -86.5 dBu (92 dB signal-to-noise ratio, ref +4 dBu)
Main Mix Fader @ Unity, Channel Faders @ Unity: -86 dBu
(20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, 1/4" main out, channel gains at unity, channel EQs flat, all channels assigned to main mix, odd channels panned left, even channels panned right)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Microphone In to Insert Send: <0.0007%
(1 kHz @ 35 dB gain, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth)

Crosstalk / Attenuation
Channel Mute Switch Engaged & Channel Gain Knob Down: -82 dBu
(1 kHz relative to 0 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, line in, 1/4" main out, gain @ unity)

Frequency Response
Microphone Input to Main Output (Gain @ Unity):
+0, -1 dB, 20 Hz to 50 kHz
+0, -3 dB, <10 Hz to >100 kHz

Equivalent Input Noise
150 Termination: -128.5 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Microphone in to main out, maximum gain

Common Mode Rejection Ratio
Better than -70 dB at 1 kHz

Maximum Level
Microphone In: +22 dBu
Tape In: +16 dBu
All Other Inputs: +22 dBu
Main Mix XLR Out: +28 dBu
All Other Outputs: +22 dBu

Impedance
Microphone In: 2.5 k
Instrument Input: 2.5 M?
All Other Inputs: 10 k or greater
Tape Out: 1.1 k
All Other Outputs: 120

Equalizer
3-Band EQ (Channel 1 to 8):
High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
Mid Peaking: ±15 dB sweep 100 Hz to 8 kHz
Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
Low Cut Filter: 18 dB/octave, -3 dB @ 75 Hz

4-Band EQ (Channel 9 to 16):
High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
Hi Mid Peaking: ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
Low Mid Peaking: ±15 dB @ 400 Hz
Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
Low Cut Filter: 18 dB/octave, -3 dB @ 75 Hz

Power Consumption
250 W, 100 to 120 VAC/ 200 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz

Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

Fuse Rating
100 to 120 V: 500 mA slo blo, 5 x 20 mm
220 to 240 V: 250 mA slo blo, 5 x 20 mm

Dimensions
16.7 x 16.6 x 5.2" (425.0 x 421.0 x 131.0 mm)

Weight
18.2 lb (8.3 kg)