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The Mackie 1604-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer builds on the legacy of the best-selling 1604-VLZ Pro mixer. 16 studio-quality XDR2 second-generation mic preamps, along with redesigned 3-band active EQ circuitry (with sweepable mids), give the 1604-VLZ3 its greatly enhanced sound quality. All channels feature insert points and line-level inputs for extreme versatility. The unique Rotopod option allows for 2 different desktop, and 3 different rackmount configurations. The new multi-voltage power supply allows it to be used anywhere in the world. Ideal for live use, and home and project studios seeking superior performance, the versatile 1604-VLZ3 Compact Mixer is equally at home on the stage or in the studio. It also includes Tracktion 3 Music Production Software.

Tracktion 3 Music Production Software
Tracktion 3 Music Production Software doesnt make you bounce around endless menus and windows to make music. Based on a simple, single-screen interface, the award-winning Tracktion 3 is a fast, powerful, and complete solution for turning your ideas into finished songs. It comes with a plethora of power and plug-ins to keep your music flowing”not locked in menus or limitations.
Mackie 1604-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer
Mackie 1604-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer
Mackie 1604-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer

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16 studio-grade XDR2 Extended Dynamic Range mic preamps with:
  • Ultrawide 60dB gain range
  • 130dB dynamic range
  • +22dBu line input handling
  • Extended low frequency response
  • Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz-20kHz)
  • Phantom power for studio condenser mics
  • 16 high-headroom line inputs
  • 16 channel inserts
  • Advanced DC pulse transformer RF rejection
  • 60mm long-wearing logarithmic-taper faders
  • 4 Aux sends, level, pan, -20dB/Solo and Overload/Mute LEDs on each channel
  • 4 stereo Aux returns, 8 Direct outs, 4 Group/Bus outputs
  • 3-band Active EQ with sweepable midrange
  • 18dB/oct. 75Hz Lo-Cut filter
  • Control Room/Phones multi-input source matrix
  • Balanced 1/4" inputs and outputs (except inserts)
  • Rack-mountable design with 3 physical configurations via rotating I/O pod
  • Sealed rotary controls to resist dust and grime
  • New Multi-Voltage power supply for worldwide use
  • Rugged steel chassis
  • Includes Tracktion 3 Music Production Software for Mac or PC

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Tracktion 3 System Requirements
  • Windows XP
  • Pentium/Athlon 1GHz or higher
  • 512MB RAM or higher
  • OSX 10.4.8 or higher
  • G4, G5, Intel 1GHz or higher
  • 512MB RAM or higher