Analog Mixer

Product highlights14-channel mixer channels 1-6: mono mic/line inputs (XLR and 1/4" TRS) switchable low-cut filter (85 Hz, 18 dB/octave) Onyx low-noise, high-gain mic preamps insertion (I/O) jack channels 7-14 stereo-pair line inputs (1/4" TRS) 3-band EQ on all channels high: 12,000 Hz (shelving) mid: 2,500 Hz (peaking) low: 80 Hz (shelving) mute and pan controls on each channel Special features switchable phantom power (+48 volts) on all mic inputs 2 auxiliary buses Aux 1: switchable pre/post-fader Aux 2 : post-fader Alt 3/4 outputs the sum of all muted channels for a separate stereo mix Solo bus with indicator light for metering and monitoring individual channels General features LED output meter with peak indicator tape in/out headphone and control room outputs rugged steel chassis dimensions: 14"W x 3-1/4"H x 12-1/2"D weight: 9.5 lb warranty: 1 year What's in the box8-Channel analog mixer AC power cord Owner's Manual About this itemWritten by Crutchfield's Bob BihlmayerNot just history The phenomenal success of Mackie's line of mixers is no accident - it's the result of 40 years of experience producing and selling some of the world's most popular mixers and sound reinforcement equipment. Now, Mackie's accumulated knowledge and experience is brought to fruition with their line of VLZ ("Very Low Noise") mixers. Caring for your mics Mackie's 1402VLZ4 brings those results to you in a versatile, feature-rich rackmountable 14-channel mixer that's "built like a tank" with a rugged solid steel chassis. The mixer features six of Mackie's flagship Onyx microphone preamps, which offer the superior performance of a boutique mic preamp with the toughness needed to handle the pitfalls of life on the road. Each XLR input accepts balanced mic or line level signals and features phantom power for your condenser mics. You'll be impressed by the exceptional headroom and low noise of this well-designed mixer. Routing the signal Line inputs 1-6 also utilize the Onyx preamps, and can be used to adjust the gain of lower-gain instruments such as older guitars. Channels 1-6 feature a 75 Hz low-cut filter on the microphone input channels to clean out rumble and other low-frequency noise. Channels 7 through 14 consist of paired stereo line inputs which accept stereo or mono signals (balanced or unbalanced) - these versatile inputs can handle the output from almost any instrument, effect, or playback unit. The 1402VLZ4 also features: two stereo send/returns for effects; two Aux sends for routing or monitors; pair of RCA jacks for recording (output mode) or patching in an audio source (input mode); four balanced inserts for patching in outboard effects. Letting it out You'll find 1/4" and XLR outputs for sending signals to amplifiers, powered speakers, or recording devices. You can switch the Main XLR outputs to mic level so they'll plug into another mixer. The 1402VLZ4 also features dual-purpose mute/alt 3-4 switches on the channel strips that allow muting or routing the channels to the Alt 3/4 jacks on the back of the mixer, serving as a separate stereo bus. Each channel strip features buttons Mute/Alt 3-4 and pre-fader solo listening as well as knobs for level, pan, three-band EQ, and Aux 1/Aux 2 sends. The output stage also features the ability to submix the main mix, Alt 3-4 output, and the signal from the Tape inputs, then send the mixed signal to the main outputs. The Control Room/Submix knob acts as a separate volume control for the Control Room and headphone outputs. You can use the the Pre or Post switch to configure the Aux 1 knob as a monitor send or effects send. The Mackie 1402VLZ4's combination of sophisticated features and rugged construction makes it suitable for a wide variety of situations, ensuring that you'll be ready to control whatever the music sends your way.