MACKIE 1642-VLZ3 16-Channel Compact Recording/SR Mixer
The Mackie 1642-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer extends the legacy of the best-selling 1642-VLZ Pro. Perfectly suited for line-level devices such as keyboards and drum machines the stereo channels feature four-band fixed EQ while the mono channels utilize Mackie's proprietary three-band active EQ with sweepable midrange. Ten XDR2 second-generation mic preamps along with completely redesigned mix bus circuitry give the 1642-VLZ3 its low-noise high-headroom functionality and superior sound. The new multi-voltage power supply allows it to be used anywhere in the world. Ideal for home and project studios seeking superior performance the highly versatile 1642-VLZ3 Premium Compact Mixer is equally at home on the stage or in the studio.
Mackie 1642-VLZ3 Premium 16-Channel/4-Bus Compact Mixer Features:
- 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 Specifications:
Total # Of Inputs: 16 - Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone Inputs
Mic/Line Inputs: 8 - (mono) / 2 - (stereo ch. 9-10, 11-12) - Balanced XLR Mic Inputs
12 - (mono) / 2 - (stereo ch. 13-14, 15-16) - Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone Inputs
Stereo Line Inputs: 4 - Stereo Paired (8-mono) Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone (channels 9-16)
In-Line Inputs/Returns: No
AUX Sends: 4 - Balanced/Unbalanced switchable 1/4" TRS Phone
AUX Returns: 4 - Stereo (L/R) Balanced/Unbalanced switchable 1/4" TRS Phone
Inserts: Channels 1-12 8 - 1/4" TRS Phone Pre-Fader/Pre EQ
Main Mix Stereo (L/R) 1/4" TRS Phone
BUS (Group) Outputs: 4 - Sub Master Outputs double bussed to 8 - Outputs via 1/4" TRS Phone
2 Trk Master I/O: Main Output Stereo L/R - Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone, Mono 1/4" Phone output with gain control
ALT I/O: Tape Input/Output L/R RCA-pin
Monitor Outputs: Control Room L/R Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone
Phones Single 1/4" TRS Phone
EQ Section:
HI Shelving +/- 15dB @12kHz
MID Peaking +/- 15dB, sweep 100Hz - 8kHz
LOW Shelving +/- 15dB @80Hz
Low Cut Filter 18dB/octave, -3dB @ 75Hz
Solo/Mute:
MUTE switches on channels 1-16 SOLO (pre/post fader switchable) on channels 1-16 and Master AUX Send 1-2
Channel Level Control: 60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
Trim/Gain Control: Unity to +60dB
Phantom Power: +48V
Metering: 12 - segment peak LED's with "RUDE SOLO" light
Frequency Response:
20Hz to 60kHz: +0 dB/-1 dB
20Hz to 100kHz: +0 dB/-3 dB
Dynamic Range: 130dB Dynamic Range
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -100dBu; Main Mix knob down, channel Gain knobs down
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):
(1kHz @ 35dB gain, 20Hz-20 kHz bandwidth)
Mic pre @ insert: 0.0007%
Power Supply: 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 50 watts
Dimensions: 16.7 x 16.6 x 5.2" (425 x 421 x 131mm) (H x W x D)
Shipping Weight: 24 lbs.