16-Channel Firewire Production Mixer W/ 8 Mic Preamps

The Onyx 1620i features eight full mono mic/line channels (each with 4-band dual sweep Perkins EQ), four stereo channels (each with 3-band Perkins EQ), four aux sends on all channels with pre/post capability and a powerful master section. The Onyx1 620i is equipped with 16x2 FireWire capability, allowing all channels, aux sends and main L/R to be routed to any desired DAW, including Pro Tools® 9 and M-Powered™ 8. The FireWire output from the computer may be brought back straight into a channel strip for easy mix integration. FireWire aggregation allows multiple Onyx 1620i mixers to be connected.

Each mono channel has an Onyx mic preamp, phantom power, an input Gain control with 60 dB of gain, a sharp 18 dB/octave, 75 Hz Low Cut filter, Pan, Mute, Solo, a 60mm fader and a Channel Insert jack for connecting an external processor. There are built-in DIs on the first two channels for direct connection of guitars or bass and a dedicated talkback section for easy communication with band members on stage or during recording sessions.

Other features include a stereo tape input and output, a 1/4-inch stereo headphone jack, stereo 12-segment LED meters and XLR and TRS stereo output jacks. The Control Room/Phones section has its own level control, outputs and input matrix for selecting any combination of Main Mix, Tape In and Alt 3-4. Despite its large channel count, the Onyx 1620i is compact and rack mountable. Plus, it’s a Mackie which means it is “Built-Like-A-Tank” and will survive years of abuse.
 

ONYX 1620I features include:

• 16-channel premium analog mixer with integrated 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O
• Qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs
• Eight Onyx boutique-quality mic preamps
• 4-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids on mic/line channels
• 3-band Perkins EQ on stereo line channels
• Hybrid mono/stereo channel with 4-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids
• Flexible FireWire routing, including aux sends and pre/post EQ assignment for all channels
• Stereo playback from DAW, returned to control room or into channel for integration into mix
• Four aux sends with pre/post assignment
• Smooth 60mm channel and master faders
• Built-in DI on first two channels for direct connection of guitars, bass, etc.
• Individual 48V phantom power switches on all mic inputs
• Talkback section with built-in mic and flexible routing
• "Planet Earth" switching power supply for worldwide use
• Optional rack kit available