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  Mackie ONYX 1640i Mixer
Mackie ONYX 1640i Mixer
Mackie ONYX 1640i 16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Recording Mixer
 
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    Mackie ONYX 1640i 16-Channel 4-Bus Mixer Details

    The 16-channel Mackie Onyx 1640i is the flagship mixer of the series featuring a full 16 mono mic/line channels each with 4-band dual sweep Perkins EQ, a whopping six aux sends each with pre/post and solo capability, 4 sub groups and a powerful master section. Despite its large channel count, the 1640i is compact, rack mountable and features our renowned flexible RotoPod design, allowing the mixer to be housed in any configuration - from custom studio furniture, live sound installs or even post production machine rooms. The 1640i's full-featured 16x16 FireWire capability allows the user to route all channels, aux sends, sub groups and master L/R to their favorite DAW. However, the true power of the 1640i lies in its ability bring back the full 16 channels of FireWire output from your computer directly into the channel strips - for a true tape style mix down. Plus, FireWire aggregation allows for connection of multiple 1640i's, providing the capability to record or mix down even the largest of sessions.

    DAW-FRIENDLY DOESN'T EVEN BEGIN TO COVER IT
    Mackie-designed gear is more often than not, the result of customer interaction and suggestion. After all, we are making gear for you. For years, our customers have been asking for the freedom to work with any DAW they choose. So when we designed the Onyx-i series, we took this suggestion to heart. We are very proud that Onyx-i mixers are more DAW-friendly than any other interface ever. Onyx-i mixers are qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools M-Powered 8, Logic, SONAR, Cubase and more. Now, dedicated Mackie customers can enjoy using their Mackie mixer with the world's most popular DAW. And Pro Tools  M-Powered 8 users now have a variety of new, and different, tools to use with their favorite DAW. It's a win-win situation.

    DEEP FIREWIRE INTEGRATION
    The Onyx 1640i is the flagship mixer of the series, boasting a full 16x16 FireWire interface, allowing for something that a DAW could never do alone: A true tape-style mixdown.

    If you are doing a real analog mixdown, you will surely benefit from the premium features that the 1640i provides. Send all channels simultaneously to your DAW, get them recorded and apply your plug-ins. Once you have everything edited and ready, you can simply route up to 16 streams straight back into the 1640i's channel strips. You can choose to apply some of that lovely Perkins EQ if you wish. All of these signals hit our premium, high-headroom custom summing bus. It combines the best of both the digital and analog realm to create seamless workflow that makes your sessions faster, easier and better sounding than ever possible before.
    • Wet or Dry? - Every channel on the mixer can be routed pre or post EQ to the computer, allowing you to choose whether to implement 'EQ to tape' or not.
    • Studio Quality Effects - All aux sends are routable to the computer, allowing you to utilize your computer as a powerful FX engine by implementing your favorite plug-ins in a live scenario.
    • Preserve Your Mix - Master L/R is routable to the computer for recording your analog mix. Burn and sell CDs of the mix at the end of the gig!
    • Mix Integration - Up to 16 sources from your computer can be routed to either the control room for instant monitoring or right back into the channel strips for mix integration.
    • Latency-Free Overdubs - Having a "real" mixer has its benefits. Latency-free overdubs are simple since you are using an analog mixer. No more wasted time dealing with the complicated "DSP" mixers commonly used on standalone interfaces.
    Most DAWs also support device aggregation, allowing you to use multiple 1640i's in any given session. Imagine 32 or 48 channels, streaming effortlessly to and from your DAW, with all the power right in your hands. It's the ideal combination of modern technology and classic mixing style.

    PREMIUM ANALOG MIXER
    When it comes to the high pressure environment of a recording session or live performance, you simply cannot beat the stability and reliability of an analog mixer. With features honed over 20 years of design by some of the legends in the industry, the Onyx-i Series mixers are simply the best sounding full-featured analog mixing boards available to the modern sound engineer.

    The 1640i has a plethora of analog features that are sure to please. Sixteen full-featured channels each feature Onyx mic preamps, with a reputation as some of the best boutique quality preamps available today. Every channel features 48V phantom power, a low-cut switch and dedicated 4-band, dual-sweep Perkins EQ, offering a highly musical Q filter without sacrificing the precise control the Mackie EQs are known for. Six aux sends provide pre/post control over additional dedicated mixes, including monitor mixes and effects loops. The 1640i features true 4-bus architecture, offering four subgroups that are perfect for managing your mix or for zone control of multiple PA setups. There are built-in DIs on the first two channels for direct connection of guitars or bass and a dedicated talkback section with a built-in mic that lets you easily communicate with band members while on stage or recording. With all these proven, great-sounding analog features, it is easier than ever to create a memorable mix.

    Mackie ONYX 1640i 16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Recording Mixer Features
    • 16-channel premium analog  mixer with integrated 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O
    • Qualified by Mackie for use will all major DAWs, including:
      • Pro Tools M-Powered 8
      • Logic
      • SONAR
      • Cubase
      • Ableton Live
    • 16 Onyx boutique-quality mic preamps
    • 4-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids on all channels
    • Full 16x16 FireWire channel streaming for ultimate DAW integration
    • Flexible FireWire routing, including aux sends, groups and pre/post EQ assignment for all channels
    • 6 aux sends with pre/post assignment and solo
    • Smooth 60mm channel and master faders
    • Built-in DI on first two channels for direct connection of guitars, bass, etc.
    • Individual 48V phantom power switches on all mic inputs
    • 4-segment metering on every channel
    • 4-bus architecture for flexible sub-grouping of channels
    • Talkback section for use with internal or external mic
    • Rotating I/O pod for desktop or rackmount operation - rack ears included
    • "Planet Earth" switching power supply for worldwide use




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      0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
     
    perfect mixer for home studio and live application February 12, 2009
    Reviewer: Sid Mysore from Paris, France  
    i purchased this mixer because i was looking for an efficient audio interface (combined with the firewire module, it is the heart of my homestudio) and a true 16 channel mixer capable of handling live concert mixing.
    the sound of the recordings (i use a Mac with Logic Pro 8) is crisp and clean.
    firewire monitoring latency is tolerable, though noticable. this would be the only drawback, except you have multiple methods of bypassing this problem by routing signals on the mixer straight to the monitors.

    I most of all appreciated the possibility of having a Mackie-approved mod done, mine is pre fader and i love the EQ sound, it is very intuitive to set and sounds good with relative little fiddling.

    The mixer is really flexible thanks to all the routing options and subchannels, and offers a lot of features.

    The live applications are much aided by the 6 aux channels which is a lot for this type of mixer, and the preamps have a lot of punch without sounding messy when turned up.

    Thank you for your feedback on this review. We appreciate your input!


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