Mackie 802VLZ4 8-Channel Compact Analog Mixer with 3 Onyx preamps

The Mackie 802VLZ4 8-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer features Onyx microphone preamps in an ultra-compact design and is suitable for professional low-input applications. 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 instrument level inputs, phantom power, and level metering, the 802VLZ4 offers a true step-up performance and durability that is suitable for your professional applications.

Key Features

• 8-Channel mixer featuring high-headroom, low-noise design
• 3 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
• Eight high-headroom line inputs
• Selectable instrument inputs on first 2 channels; no DI box needed
• 3-band EQ (80 Hz and 12 kHz)
• 18 dB/octave 100 Hz low-cut filter on microphone input channels
• AUX send, level, pan, and PFL solo on each channel
• Stereo return for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
• ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
• 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
• Universal 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 Knob Down, Channel Level Knobs Down:
XLR: -95 dBu
TRS: -101 dBu

Main Mix Knob at Unity, Channel Level Knobs Down:
XLR: -90 dBu
TRS: -96 dBu

Main Mix Knob at Unity, Channel Level Knobs at Unity:
XLR: -84 dBu
TRS: -90 dBu

(20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, channels 1 to 3 gain at unity, channel EQs flat, all channels assigned to main mix, channel 1 panned left, 2 panned right, 3 to 8 centered)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Microphone Pre at Insert: <0.001%
(1 kHz @ 35 dB gain, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth)

Crosstalk / Attenuation
Main Mix Knob Down: -75 dBu
Channel Alt / Mute Switch Engaged: -100 dBu
Channel Level Knob Down: -100 dBu
(1 kHz relative to 0 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, line in, 1/4" main out, gain at unity)

Frequency Response
Microphone Input to Main Output (Gain at 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: +21 dBu
Tape In: +22 dBu
All Other Inputs: +22 dBu
Main Mix XLR Out: +28 dBu
All Other Outputs: +22 dBu

Impedance
Microphone In: 2.55 k
Instrument Input: 1 M?
All Other Inputs: 17 k or greater
Tape Out: 1 k
Phones Out: 60
All Other Outputs: 120

Equalizer
High Shelving: ±15 dB at 12 kHz
Mid Peaking ±15 dB at 2.5 kHz
Low Shelving: ±15 dB at 80 Hz

Power Consumption
13 W, 100 to 120 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz

Power Supply
External AC Connector: 2-Pin IEC 250 VAC

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

Dimensions
10.7 x 8.9 x 1.8" (273.0 x 227.0 x 47.0 mm)

Weight
5.5 lb (2.5 kg) with power supply
4.5 lb (2.0 kg) without power supply