MACKIE 1642VLZ3 Details
With its sleek new look, upgraded preamps and EQ circuitry, the new Mackie
1642VLZ3 redefines perfection. With the same features and functionality of its
predecessor, the re-engineered Mackie 1642VLZ3 has even greater
headroom than the original. We could have stopped right then and there, but
since we’re obsessed with perfection, we redesigned the Mix Bus and made
significant enhancements to the EQs, giving the 1642 VLZ3 a more intuitive and
musical feel.
The 1642VLZ3’s three unique channel strip formats allow you to input and
shape any kind of signal, including mic, line, and stereo instruments. Whether
you need a live mixing board for club work, or a full-featured workhorse for
home and studio recording, you owe it to yourself to check out the new Mackie
1642VLZ3. You’ll think it’s perfect, too.
VASTLY SUPERIOR XDR2™ MIC PREAMPS
Our new XDR2 (Extended Dynamic Range) second-generation mic preamps are better
than ever. They offer incredibly low noise, with individual mic pre THD below
0.0007%, and overall mixer THD less than 0.0025%. With 60dB of available gain
per channel, the 1642VLZ3 can handle inputs ranging from a whisper to a scream,
and can even handle hot line-level signals up to +22db, without any added coloration.
You simply won’t find preamps this good on any other mixer in this price
range.
THREE KINDS OF CHANNEL STRIPS
1. Channels 1–8 are essentially the same as those on our 1604VLZ3, with
mono line-level input and our ultra-high-quality XDR2 mic preamps. These VLZ
(Very Low Impedance) mic pres offer superior sound quality and the best RFI
rejection of any compact mixer on the market.
2. Channels 9/10 and 11/12 (two physical channel strips) each provide a stereo
pair of line-level inputs and a mono XDR2 mic preamp.
3. Channels 13/14 and 15/16 (also in two physical channel strips) each provide
a stereo pair of line-level inputs only, with fixed 4-band equalization at points
that are specifically designed for line-level inputs, such as keyboards, sound
modules, etc.
TWO UNIQUE EQUALIZATION FORMATS
High-quality equalization is a must for any good mixer, that's why we didn't
cut any corners on the 1642VLZ3. Channels 1-8 feature the same world-renowned
3-band Active equalization that you'll find on the 1604VLZ3. Tremendous resources
went into optimizing the center points of these mic channel equalizers, with
the Lows at 80Hz and the Highs at 12kHz. Midrange compensation is handled by
a peaking control with a two-octave variable frequency center. This means the
Mids can be swept from 100Hz all the way up to 8kHz—with a boost or cut
of 15dB.
We designed a fixed 4-band, “musically-correct” EQ for the remaining
channels, which are primarily intended for line-level signals, such as keyboards,
sound modules, and drum machines. This all adds up to practical, useful equalization,
with the tone-shaping facility to actually improve the musical nature of the
original signal.
PROFESSIONAL FEATURES
The Mackie 1642VLZ3 mixer is packed with premium features on every channel:
75Hz Low-Cut filters, four Aux Sends, inserts, phantom power, constant-loudness
Pan controls, OL (overload) and signal present LEDs, sub and main mix assign
switches, and assignable AFL/PFL Solo switch. And since you can never have too
many output options, we also provided a Control Room/Phones source matrix, Master
Aux section with EFX to Monitor, tape outputs, a high-volume headphone amplifier,
channels 1-8 direct outs, and balanced XLR and balanced/unbalanced TRS outputs.
BUILT MACKIE TOUGH
All VLZ3 mixers are built tough. Our legendary solid-steel chassis can take
the kind of abuse that would turn our competitors' flimsy boxes into so much
scrap. And instead of cheap, unsealed potentiometers, we use co-molded pots,
which offer substantial strain relief at all critical points. By design, our
control knobs “ride” just above the surface of the chassis, so if
something heavy falls onto the mixer, the impact is transferred from the knobs
to the steel chassis—not to the potentiometers or circuit board. Finally,
to eliminate potential circuit board damage, we use a thick, horizontally mounted
fiberglass PC board, braced with a shock-absorbing support structure. Nobody
builds ’em tougher than Mackie!
Above all, the 1642VLZ3 has superior sound quality, wide dynamic range, tons
of headroom and extremely low noise, allowing you to create high-quality professional
output. Whether you're tracking in the project studio or laying down the truth
in front of a live audience, you can always count on the Mackie 1642VLZ3 to
provide superb sound quality and extreme versatility. Audition a “perfecter”
mixer at your Mackie dealer today.
Features
New ultra-low noise VLZ3 design with highest possible headroom
• 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
16-channel ultra-low noise compact mixer with highest possible headroom
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
MACKIE 1642VLZ3
MACKIE 1642 VLZ3 SR Mixer
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AUDIO TECHNICA ATHM20 HEADPHONES
SAMSON C01 CONDENSER MIC
