Mackie Onyx16 is the ultimate compact solution for live audio, home recording and content creation. 24-bit/96kHz multitrack recording, award-winning, high-gain Onyx mic preamps and an end-to-end ultra-low-noise design deliver the sound quality professionals demand. Packed with features including powerful DSP effects, British-style Perkins EQ, full-color display and integrated recording and playback from an SD card, Onyx16 gives you the power you need to capture your best performance with pristine fidelity at home or on the go.
- 12 award-winning Onyx mic preamps provide up to 60dB of gain
- Premium analog circuitry delivers studio-quality sound and keeps noise to a minimum
- Analog/USB channel strips with flexible routing
- Legendary Perkins 'British style' EQ with sweepable midrange offers classic sounds of the 60s and 70s
- Robust digital effect engine, including user-customizable reverbs, delays and more with a dedicated FX EQ
Record and playback via SD card or USB
- High-resolution 96kHz/24-bit multi-track recording to Mac/PC via USB
- Direct-to-SD card stereo recording and playback
- Channel-assignable 4-track USB return (2 stereo pairs)
- Send your main mix to USB via a dedicated switch
Studio Command: powerful and intuitive full-color display and single-knob interface
- Easy navigation of FX parameters, onboard SD recording and playback
- Visually browse files on the SD card via the built-in display
- Dedicated physical buttons for previous, next, record and play/pause
- Store up to 6 user FX presets for easy recall
Professional high-resolution FX processor
- Utilize built-in effects for live performances, streams and beyond
- Reverb, delay, chorus and more
- Dial in the perfect sound with adjustable parameters and dedicated EQ
- Built-in effects presets provide that finishing touch out of the box
Bluetooth streaming – go wireless
- Pair your Bluetooth-enabled device and stream audio directly to a channel on the mixer
- Streamed audio can be routed to aux sends and the main mix
Powerful mixing toolkit
- 3-band Perkins EQ with on/off hard bypass switch on all channels
- Hi-Z switches allow direct connection of guitars, basses and other instruments
- L/R assign switch per channel
- 12-segment stereo meters
- Overload indicators on all channels
- 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels
- PFL/AFL channel solo
Connections
- Stereo 1/8" input and Bluetooth streaming
- Stereo line inputs
- Aux/monitor outputs with dedicated per-channel send control
- Dedicated control room outputs
- Headphone output with dedicated level control
- Footswitch input for FX mute (footswitch sold separately)
Hit the ground running with powerful software and plug-ins
- Pro Tools | First recording software and plug-in bundle
- Musician Collection for Pro Tools | First with 23 plug-ins like BBD Delay, Eleven Lite, 304E EQ and 304C Compressor
- Waveform OEM recording software and plug-in bundle
- DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM with 16 powerful plug-ins like Equaliser, Compressor, Reverber8 and Limiter
Rugged chassis and professional design
- Backlit mute and solo buttons provide a positive tactile feel and clear visual feedback
- Sealed rotary encoder resists dust and grime
- 'Built like a tank' heavy steel chassis
- High-visibility, high-contrast controls
- Rugged QuickGrip side cheeks offer convenient mobility and protection
