Prepare yourself for freedom. Because with a Mackie 1604-VLZ4 Analog Mixer, there’s nothing standing in your way. Phenomenal sound, intuitive controls, and a feature-set that has proven itself time and time again. It’s all there for you to take advantage of.
16 channels with flexible connectivity options let you hook up microphones (including condensers), instruments (guitars to keyboards and everything in between), and more (because who doesn’t want more). And 16 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps handle your sound with phenomenal transparency, ensuring that distortion is kept to an absolute minimum.
Once you’re connected, shaping your sound is simple. All VLZ4 mixers are crafted with a user-friendly design. High-visibility controls mean you can mix with confidence without having to squint to see the labels. Combined with that signature Mackie construction, you have everything you need in one handy portable format.
Boutique preamps. Your sound is special. You don’t want it to go to waste. You want something that will retain every nuance and dynamic detail. Something that will give your sound the platform it deserves. That’s why the Mackie 1604-VLZ4 is fitted with Onyx preamps. Boutique quality, sonically divine, and distinctively natural. These are serious preamps that give you the results you’re looking for.
With an ultra-wide gain range of 60dB, a huge 128.5dB dynamic range, and an extended frequency response, these versatile preamps give you everything you need to capture true high-fidelity audio. What’s more, these preamps boast an ultra-low distortion percentage of just 0.0007-percent throughout their entire 20Hz to 50kHz frequency range. So you can enjoy crisp, clean sound that stays true to your sources.
Mix it up. Whether you’re performing, engineering, or recording, there’s one thing that helps you go further. Flexibility. And with Mackie’s VLZ4 mixers, it’s not a focus word to make them sound more appealing. It’s their foundation. The fundamental reason they were created. Because with a VLZ4 mixer by your side, you’ll be ready for anything. So break free from limitations. Let the VLZ4’s powerful feature set take you where you want to go and experience the freedom of creativity.
Intuitive controls make operating your mixer a breeze. Everything is laid out and labeled in a way that actually makes sense, whilst vibrant and memorable color coding means you don’t need to break out the binoculars to make adjustments anymore. Take advantage of phantom power for connecting condenser microphones, 16 balanced inserts that are ideal for integrating outboard gear, and 16 high-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation controls.
When you’re all hooked up, you can use the switchable 18dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filters on your mic channels to remove any unwanted LF interference or to compensate for the proximity effect. Plus, you can shape your sound with precision thanks to the 3-band EQ on each channel. And when it comes to keeping an eye on everything, 12-segment stereo meters let you view your signals quickly and easily.
But there’s more. The 1604-VLZ4 gives you four Aux Sends Level Pan and solo controls, as well as overload/mute LEDs for each channel. You can also take advantage of four stereo returns, eight direct outs, and four group/bus outputs. Plus, there’s a control room/headphones source matrix for even more flexibility.
In it for the long haul. If you know Mackie, you probably know that they are incredibly proud of their Built-Like-A-Tank approach to construction. Their products are living proof that eternal life is a possibility. Because when you buy a Mackie product, you’re not just buying a new piece of equipment. You’re investing in your future. And that’s exactly why Mackie builds their VLZ4 mixers to last.
A rugged steel chassis with a durable powder-coated finish is built to withstand the rigors of the road, whilst sealed rotary controls fight off the enemy that is dust and grime. The 1604-VLZ4 also provides you with 60mm long-wearing log-taper faders for maximum reliability. Enjoy the good times for a long time because Mackie will be by your side throughout it all.
Features:
– 16-channel mixer featuring Mackie’s signature high-headroom, low-noise design
– 16 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
– Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
– 128.5dB dynamic range
– +22dBu line input handling
– Extended frequency response
– Distortion of less than 0.0007-percent (20Hz – 50kHz)
– Improved RF rejection, ideal for broadcast applications
– Phantom power for condenser microphones
– 16 high-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation control
– 3-band EQ with sweepable mid-range for sculpting your sound
– 18dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
– Four Aux sends, level pan, and solo controls, as well as overload/mute LEDs on each channel
– Four stereo returns, eight direct outs, and four group/bus outputs
– 60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
– Control room/headphones multi-input source matrix
– High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
– Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
– High-visibility, high-contrast controls for convenient at-a-glance visual feedback
– Rack-mountable design with three physical configurations via Rotopod accessory (not included, available separately)
– Multi-voltage power supply allows for worldwide use
– Signature Mackie Built-Like-A-Tank rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
Specifications:
– THD: Mic In to Insert Send: Less than 0.0007-percent 20Hz-20kHz bandwidth, 1kHz at 35dB gain
– Mic In to Main Out: Less than 0.005-percent 20Hz-20kHz bandwidth, 1kHz at 35dB gain
– Frequency Response: 20Hz to 50kHz (+0 -1dB) / Less than 10Hz to more than 100kHz (+0 -3dB)
– EIN: -128.5dBu 20Hz – 20kHz (150 Ohm termination) (mic input to insert send out max gain)
– CMRR: Better than -70dB at 1kHz
– Maximum Levels: Mic In: +22dBu, All Other Inputs: +22dBu, Main Mix TRS Out: +28dBu, All Other Outputs: +22dBu
– Impedances: Mic In: 2.5 k Ohms, Channel Insert Return: 2.5 k Ohms, All Other Inputs: 10 k Ohms or greater, Tape Out: 1.1 k Ohm, All Other Outputs: 120 Ohms
– High EQ: +/-15dB at 12kHz shelving
– Mid EQ: +/-15dB sweepable from 100Hz – 8kHz peaking
– Low EQ: +/-15dB at 80Hz shelving
– Low Cut Filter: 18dB/octave -3dB at 75Hz
– Dimensions: 433mm x 129mm x 440mm / 17 x 5.1 x 17.3 (H x D x W)
– Weight: 9.1kg / 20lbs.
