16-Channel Small-Format Live Mixer

The Mackie DL1608 redefines live mixing by combining the proven power of a full-featured digital mixer with the unmatched ease and mobility of an iPad®. With 16 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps and the performance of 24bit Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters, you have unparalleled sound quality. Seamless wired to wireless iPad control means you can mix from anywhere in the venue.

The DL1608 gives you the mobile freedom to control not only the mix, but also powerful plug-ins like EQ, dynamics, effects and more. The sleek DL1608 even supports up to 10 iPad devices. Forget bulky consoles and racks of gear. The power is at your fingertips.

DL1608 features include:

• 16 Onyx™ mic preamps
• 8 balanced outputs
• High-end Cirrus Logic® converters
• Ultra low-noise, high-headroom design
• Seamless wired-to-wireless digital mixing
• Complete control from your iPad*
• No set FOH position – mix from anywhere
• Personal monitor mixing via iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®
• Supports up to 10 iOS devices at once
• Multiple engineers can work from a single mixer
• Ditch the snake – place the mixer anywhere
• 18 input channels with 4-band PEQ + HPF, gate and compression
  • 16 stereo-linkable input channels
  • 2 stereo-linkable iPad return channels**
• 12 output busses with 4-band PEQ + HPF/LPF, 31-band GEQ, comp/limiter and alignment delay
  • 6 stereo-linkable aux sends
  • 4 stereo-linkable subgroups**
  • Main L/R busses
• 4 VCAs and 4 mute groups
• 2 stereo FX processors with dedicated sends and returns
• Modern and Vintage options per processor
• Choice of powerful, touch-sensitive modern and vintage plug-ins
• Intuitive and easy to master
• Fast navigation with view groups and overview
• Quick setup with tons of factory and user-definable presets
• Record a 2-channel mix directly to the iPad
• Integrate music from any app into the mix
• Access limiting prevents unwanted adjustments
• Complete offline operation
• Easy and frequent updates via App Store
• Rugged, portable desktop design
• PadLock™ feature locks down iPad for permanent installs
• Rackmountable with optional kit
• Industry standard Kensington lock secures mixer
• Locking power connector
• Lightning and 30-pin versions available