Mackie 1202VLZPRO Mixer

MACKIE 1202VLZPRO Details

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Studio Quality Preamps in a Compact Package

As the smallest mixer in the VLZ Pro compact mixer line, the Mackie 1202-VLZ Pro packs the same legendary punch as Mackie's other VLZ-Pro compact mixers. The 1202-VLZ Pro is the ideal compact mixer for home and project studios looking for an economical solution for their audio needs. Thanks to its compact size and durability, the 1202-VLZ Pro can be used in the studio and on the road.

• Ultra-low noise, highest headroom in its class
• 4 new precision-engineered XDR (tm) Extended Dynamic Range premium studio-grade mic preamps with:
  • Ultra-wide 0-60dB gain range
  • 130dB dynamic range for 24-bit, 192kHz sampling rate inputs
  • +22dBu line input handling
  • Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz-20kHz)
• Advanced DC pulse transformer RF rejection
• 12 line inputs (4 mono, 4 stereo pairs)
• Separate RCA-type tape/CD inputs and tape outputs (unbalanced)
• 2 aux sends with 15dB of extra gain above Unity
• Constant-loudness pan pots
• 2 stereo aux returns w/EFX to Monitor
• Aux 1 master w/ Monitor/Post assign
• 3-band active EQ (80Hz, 2.5kHz, 12kHz)
• 18dB/oct. 75Hz Lo Cut filter eliminates stage rumble, wind noise, P-pops and low frequency recording studio room resonances
• Extra ALT 3-4 stereo bus for submixes, separate recording, monitor and 'mix minus' feeds
• Control Room/Phones multi-input source matrix
• Phantom power for premium condenser mics
• Rugged steel chassis, sealed rotary controls
• Built-in power supply--no wall wart!

The 1202-VLZ PRO is the updated, upgraded version of Mackie’s classic 12-channel compact mic/line mixer. The unit incorporates Mackie’s new ultra-high quality XDR™ (Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps with the best RFI rejection of any compact mixer design. Added benefits include maximum freedom from ground loops and impeccable sonic performance that meets or exceeds the specs of esoteric, outboard mic preamplifiers. The XDR design is the only compact mixer mic preamp that is totally impedance independent: frequency response does not change even with extremely long cable runs or exceptionally high-impedance mic inputs. To greatly reduce the effects of wind noise and mic thumps, each of the four mic channels has a sharp, 18dB/octave, 75Hz Low Cut filter. Mute/Alt 3-4 effectively creates a second stereo bus. The Mute button on each channel mutes that channel in the Main Mix, but also acts as a router to the 3-4 stereo bus, greatly increasing signal routing flexibility. The EFX to Monitor feature allows routing of reverb or other effects signals back into a monitor mix via Aux Send 1. Aux 1’s Pre/Post switch can be set for pre-fader/post-EQ use, which is beneficial for stage monitor mixes, or postfader/ post-EQ for use with external effects. It also has a level control for added flexibility. Control Room/Phones has its own level control, outputs and input matrix for selecting any combination of Main Mix, Tape In and Alt 3-4 to create custom headphone mixes, to monitor tape levels, and more. A separate switch routes this multi-source signal back into the Main Mix. Because of its many features and durability, the 1202-VLZ PRO can be used for extra studio-grade preamps, as aux inputs for a mixing console, or as an impedance- or level-matching audio toolkit.

SPECS:
Mic Preamp
Equivalent Input Noise (20Hz–20kHz):
150Ω –129.5dBu
50Ω –131.0dBu
0Ω –134.5dBu
Frequency Response:
–1dB 5Hz–100kHz
–3dB 3Hz–192kHz
IM Distortion (4 to 1 ratio SMPTE)
35dB gain 0.0008%
Harmonic Distortion (20Hz–20kHz)
35dB gain 0.0007%
Gain
Max +60dB
Min 0dB or Unity
Max Input +22dB
Input Impedance 1.3kΩ
Common Mode Rejection > 90dB
Common Mode Rejection Ratio > 140dB
Main Mix Noise1
Main Mix down, ch. Gain down: –104dB
Main Mix @ unity, ch. Gain down: –90.5dB
Main Mix knob @ unity, ch. Gain @ unity: –88.5dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)2
0.005%
Attenuation (Crosstalk)3
Main Mix knob down: –85dBu
Channel Mute/Alt 3-4 switch engaged: –84dBu
Channel Gain knob down: –83dBu
Frequency Response4
20Hz to 60kHz: +0dB/–1dB
20Hz to 100kHz: +0dB/–3dB
Maximum Levels
Mic input: +22dBu
Tape input: +16dBu
All other inputs: +22dBu
Main Mix XLR outputs: +28dBu
All other outputs: +22dBu
Impedances
Mic input: 1.3kΩ
Channel Insert return: 2.5kΩ
All other inputs: > 10kΩ
Tape output: 1.1kΩ
All other outputs: 120Ω
EQ
High Shelving: ±15db @ 12kHz
Mid Peaking: ±12dB @ 2.5kHz
Low Shelving: ±15db @ 80Hz
Power Consumption
120VAC, 50/60Hz, 25 Watts
Physical
Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. (3 kg)
Dimensions: 11.8" x 11.2" x 2.6"
(300mm x 284mm x 66mm)

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