MACKIE 1642VLZ4 16 Channel Compact 4-bus Mixer

Live sound can turn chaotic fast, and studio mixes often lose clarity when the gear can't keep up. The MACKIE 1642VLZ4 brings order to both worlds with ten high-headroom Onyx mic preamps, a flexible 4-bus architecture, and a rugged steel chassis that shrugs off the road. This 16-channel compact mixer delivers pristine audio with ultra-low noise and precise EQ, so your mixes stay clean and reliable night after night.

Who is it for

Bands, venues, houses of worship, and home studio owners who need professional mixing without a massive footprint. It’s ideal for anyone who wants premium sound quality, flexible routing, and a mixer that can survive the road.

Main features

• 10 Onyx mic preamps with ultra-low noise and high headroom
• 4-bus design with stereo main and 4 subgroups for flexible routing
• 3-band EQ on all channels, sweepable mid on mono channels
• 4 aux sends (2 pre/post switchable) and 4 stereo returns for effects
• Global +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• 8 channel inserts on mono channels for external processing
• 12-segment stereo LED metering for precise level monitoring
• Solid steel chassis with sealed rotary controls for durability
• Rack-mountable with optional kit (sold separately)

Specifications

• Total channels: 16 (10 mono, 3 stereo)
• Mic preamps: 10 x Onyx
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 50 kHz (+0 dB / -1 dB)
• THD+N: <0.0007% (mic in to main out)
• Dynamic range: 128.5 dB
• EQ: 3-band (sweepable mid on mono, fixed on stereo)
• Aux sends: 4 (2 pre/post switchable, 2 post)
• Aux returns: 4 stereo
• Phantom power: +48V global
• Main outputs: XLR and 1/4" TRS
• Input connectors: XLR, 1/4" TRS, RCA
• Output connectors: XLR, 1/4" TRS, RCA
• Metering: 12-segment stereo LED
• Chassis: solid steel 'Built-Like-A-Tank'
• Internal power supply: yes
• Rack-mountable: yes (with optional kit)
• Sealed rotary controls: yes
• Channel inserts: 8 (on mono channels)

Tips

Use the sweepable mid EQ on mono channels to carve out space for vocals or instruments in dense mixes. The pre/post switchable aux sends let you choose between a fixed monitor mix or an effects send that follows the channel fader. For live gigs, engage the global +48V phantom power to use condenser microphones on any channel without extra gear. When rack-mounting, order the optional rack kit to secure the mixer in a standard 19" rack and protect the controls during transport.