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Mackie 1642VLZ4 16 Channel 4 Bus Compact Mixer for Bands and Clubs Applications

Mackie 1642VLZ4 16 Channel 4 Bus Compact Mixer for Bands and Clubs Applications

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Mackie 1642VLZ4 16 Channel 4 Bus Compact Mixer for Bands and Clubs Applications

The 16-channel 1642VLZ4 delivers the proven performance of Onyx preamps in a compact 4-bus mixer design, perfect for bands, clubs and more.

From every input to every output, the 1642VLZ4 is designed to provide the highest headroom and lowest noise possible for maximum signal integrity.

Plus, it is truly “Built-Like-A-Tank” with a ridiculously rugged solid-steel chasis that includes high-contrast controls for ultimate tactile control.

And with features like an expanded return section for no-hassle system integration, plus a dedicated control
room section, the 1642VLZ4 is the go-to mixer choice for any application that demands flexibility and professional performance.

APPLICATIONS:

Live sound mixing, houses of worship, clubs, gymnasiums, banquet halls, conference rooms, boardrooms, multitrack studio and field recording, video post-production, multimedia applications, broadcast and many, many more.

Features
  • 16-channel mixer featuring our signature high-headroom, low-noise design
  • 10 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
  • Ultra-wide 60 dB gain range
  • 128.5 dB dynamic range
  • +22 dBu line input handling
  • Extended frequency response
  • Distortion under 0.0007% [20 Hz – 50 kHz]
  • Improved RF rejection, perfect for broadcast applications
  • Phantom power for condenser mics
  • 16 high-headroom line inputs with +4/–10 operation control
  • 3-band EQ (80 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 12 kHz)
  • 18 dB/oct 75 Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
  • Four aux sends, level, pan and PFL solo on each channel
  • Four stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
  • 60 mm long-wearing log-taper faders
  • ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
  • Control room / phones source matrix
  • 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
  • Rack-mountable design using optional rack ear kit
  • Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use

Specifications

Main Mix Noise

(20 Hz–20 kHz bandwidth, 1/4" main out, channel gains @ unity, channel EQs flat, all channels assigned to main mix, odd channels panned left, even channels panned right.)
Main mix fader unity, channel faders down –86.5 dBu 
(90 dB Signal to Noise Ratio, ref +4 dBu)
Main mix fader @ unity, channel faders  @ unity: –86 dBu

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

(1 kHz @ 35 dB gain, 20 Hz–20 kHz bandwidth) Mic in to insert send: <0.0007%

Attenuation / Crosstalk

(1 kHz relative to 0 dBu, 20 Hz–20 kHz bandwidth, line in, 1/4" main out, gain @ unity)
Channel mute switch engaged: –82 dBu
Channel gain knob down: –82 dBu

Frequency Response
 
Mic input to main output (gain @ unity)
+0, –1 dB, 20 Hz to 50 kHz
+0, –3 dB, <10 Hz to >100 kHz

Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)
(Mic input to insert send out, max gain)
150Ω termination: –128.5 dBu
20 Hz–20 kHz

Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)
1 kHz better than –70 dB

Impedances
Mic in: 2.5 kΩ
Channel insert return: 2.5 kΩ
All other inputs: 10 kΩ or greater
Tape out: 1.1 kΩ
All other outputs: 120 Ω

4-Band EQ (Channels 9-16)
High Shelving ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
Hi Mid Peaking ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
Low Mid Peaking ±15 dB @ 400 Hz
Low Shelving ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
Low Cut Filter 18 dB/octave, –3 dB @ 75 Hz
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