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1642-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer

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Overview

16-channel ultra-low noise compact mixer with highest possible headroom.

The Mackie 1642-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer extends the legacy of the best-selling 1642-VLZ Pro. Perfectly suited for line-level devices such as keyboards and drum machines, the stereo channels feature four-band fixed EQ, while the mono channels utilize Mackie's proprietary three-band active EQ, with sweepable midrange. Ten XDR2 second-generation mic preamps, along with completely redesigned mix bus circuitry give the 1642-VLZ3 its low-noise, high-headroom functionality and superior sound. The new multi-voltage power supply allows it to be used anywhere in the world. Ideal for home and project studios seeking superior performance, the highly versatile 1642-VLZ3 Premium Compact Mixer is equally at home on the stage or in the studio.

Tracktion 3 Music Production Software
Included with the 1642-VLZ3 is Tracktion 3 Music Production Software which doesnt make you bounce around endless menus and windows to make music. Based on a simple, single-screen interface, the award-winning Tracktion 3 is a fast, powerful, and complete solution for turning your ideas into finished songs. It comes a plethora of power and plug-ins to keep your music flowing”not locked in menus or limitations.

Features

  • 10 studio-grade XDR2 Extended Dynamic Range mic preamps with:
  • Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
  • 130dB dynamic range
  • +22dBu line input handling
  • Extended low frequency response
  • Distortion under 0.0007% THD (20Hz _ 20kHz)
  • Phantom power for studio condenser mics
  • 16 high-headroom line inputs (4 stereo pairs, 8 mono)
  • Advanced DC pulse transformer RF rejection
  • 60mm long-wearing logarithmic-taper faders
  • 4 Aux sends, level, pan, -20dB/Solo and OL/Mute LEDs on each channel
  • 4 stereo Aux returns, 8 Direct outs, 4 stereo Group/Bus outputs
  • 3-band Active EQ with sweepable midrange on mono channels
  • 4-band Active EQ on stereo channels
  • 18dB/oct. 75Hz Lo-Cut filter on mic channels
  • Control Room/Phones multi-input source matrix with separate level controls
  • Balanced 1/4" inputs and outputs (except inserts)
  • Rack-mountable design using optional rack ears
  • Sealed rotary controls to resist dust and grime
  • New Multi-Voltage power supply for worldwide use
  • Rugged steel chassis
  • Includes Tracktion 3 Music Production Software for Mac or PC
Specs

1642-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer Specifications:

Tracktion 3 System Requirements
  • Windows XP
  • Pentium / Athlon 1GHz or higher
  • 512MB RAM or higher
  • OSX 10.4.8 or higher
  • G4, G5, Intel 1GHz or higher
  • 512MB RAM or higher
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