Mackie 1642VLZ4 16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Mixer
Model: 1642-VLZ4


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Noise | Main Mix Noise: Main Mix Fader @ Unity, Channel Faders Down: -86.5 dBu (92 dB signal-to-noise ratio, ref +4 dBu) Main Mix Fader @ Unity, Channel Faders @ Unity: -86 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, 1/4" main out, channel gains at unity, channel EQs flat, all channels assigned to main mix, odd channels panned left, even channels panned right) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | Microphone In to Insert Send: (1 kHz @ 35 dB gain, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth) |
Crosstalk / Attenuation | Channel Mute Switch Engaged & Channel Gain Knob Down: -82 dBu (1 kHz relative to 0 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth, line in, 1/4" main out, gain @ unity) |
Frequency Response | Microphone Input to Main Output (Gain @ Unity): +0, -1 dB, 20 Hz to 50 kHz +0, -3 dB, 100 kHz |
Equivalent Input Noise | 150 Ω Termination: -128.5 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Microphone input to insert send out, maximum gain |
Common Mode Rejection Ratio | Better than -70 dB @ 1 kHz |
Maximum Level | Microphone In: +22 dBu All Other Inputs: +22 dBu Main Mix TRS Out & XLR Out: +28 dBu All Other Outputs: +22 dBu |
Impedance | Microphone 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 |
Equalizer | 3-Band EQ (Channel 1 to 8): High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz Mid Peaking: ±15 dB sweep 100 Hz to 8 kHz Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz Low Cut Filter: 18 dB/octave, -3 dB @ 75 Hz 4-Band EQ (Channel 9 to 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 |
Power Consumption | 50 W, 100 to 120 VAC/ 200 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Fuse Rating | 100 to 120V: 1 A slo blo, 5 x 20 mm 220 to 240V: 0.5 A slo blo, 5 x 20 mm |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 16.7 x 16.6 x 5.2" (425.0 x 421.0 x 131.0 mm) |
Weight | 18.2 lb (8.3 kg) |
From the first Mackies to the now, the sound has really warmed up. These preamps are great, VLZ really means VLZ. This mixer is a keeper. Wish they made a 1242.
I have been using a quality mixer which I won't mention here and liked it very much but it just didn't have enough aux capabilities so I decided to look for another mixing unit. Our church has used a Mackie for almost 25 years with no problems and it always sounded so clean so I thought I would...
I needed a low-noise mixer for live sound and multi-track recording. I need RELIABILITY. I do not need effects or computer connectivity. This Mackie provides direct outputs which I route to my recording interface so I keep the digital recording interface in a separate box.
This is the second 1642 I've owned. Been a Mackie owner and user of their fine products since the early 90's. This new model offers a better class of Onyx preamp - clean quiet and loads of headroom. Otherwise it's mostly a direct clone of the previous models with some cosmetic changes.
there is no denying it, Mackie is the perfect middle of the road board. Affordable, durable, and flexible. I'm glad I went with the VLZ4 instead of the proFX or the DL series. For a little extra money I got nice, clean preamps, 4 aux sends end for subgroup abilities, as well as direct out, stereo...
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