Mackie 1604VLZ4, professional 16-channel, 4-bus analog mixing console with 16 Onyx microphone preamps, 4 Aux Sends, 4 stereo returns, 8 direct outputs, sweepable midrange EQ and rugged metal construction.
Each of the 16 channels features an Onyx microphone preamp with a 60dB gain range, a line input and a balanced insert for connecting external compressors, equalizers or other signal processors. The console supports phantom power for condenser microphones and can handle line-level input signals up to +22dBu, providing ample headroom before distortion.
The 3-band EQ includes a sweepable midrange frequency control from 100Hz to 8kHz, along with a 75Hz high-pass filter with an 18dB-per-octave slope for reducing unwanted low-frequency noise. Each channel is equipped with 4 Aux Sends, Pan, Solo, Mute and overload indicators, allowing independent monitor mixes to be created and signals to be routed to external effects processors.
The 4 subgroup outputs, 4 stereo returns, 8 direct outputs and Control Room/Phones monitoring section provide increased flexibility for signal routing and monitoring. The 60mm faders and sealed rotary controls are designed for reliable operation in demanding professional environments.
Technical Specifications
Type: 16-channel analog mixing console
Bus: 4 subgroups / 4-bus
Microphone preamps: 16 x Mackie Onyx
Gain range: 60dB
Dynamic range: 128.5dB
Maximum microphone input level: +22dBu
Maximum line input level: +22dBu
Frequency response: 20Hz–50kHz, +0/-1dB
Distortion, Mic In to Insert: <0.0007%
Distortion, Mic In to Main Out: <0.005%
Phantom power: Yes, global
Line inputs: 16, high-headroom with +4/-10 level selection
Channel inserts: 16 x balanced
Direct outputs: 8
Aux Sends: 4 per channel
Stereo returns: 4
Group outputs: 4
Main outputs: Left/Right and Mono
Control Room outputs: Yes
Headphone output: Yes
Tape input/output: Yes
Channel EQ: 3-band
High EQ: ±15dB at 12kHz
Mid EQ: ±15dB, sweepable from 100Hz to 8kHz
Low EQ: ±15dB at 80Hz
Low-cut filter: 75Hz, 18dB/octave
Faders: 60mm log-taper
Level meters: 12-segment stereo
Maximum Main TRS output level: +28dBu
Maximum level of other outputs: +22dBu
Power consumption: 50W
Power supply: 200–240V AC, 50–60Hz
Construction: Steel chassis with powder-coated finish
Rack mounting: Yes, with optional Rotopod / rack kit
Dimensions: 440 x 433 x 129mm
Weight: 9.1kg
