Mackie DL1608 Reference Guide V1.2
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Introduction
Nearly 25 years ago, Mackie revolutionized the pro audio world by unleashing the CR1604 16-channel
mixer. Today, Mackie redefines live mixing by combining the power of a digital mixer with the ease and
portability of an iPad. Think of it as today’s CR1604...but digital and unplugged.
Control the Mix from anywhere:
With the Mackie DL1608’s seamless wired to wireless mixing capabilities, you can mix in real time
from anywhere in the venue on your iPad
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. The bar, the bathroom, the back closet. Instantly adjust
mix functions from tuning front of house trouble spots to ringing out stage monitors.
Control the mix from your iPad:
Designed specifically for the iPad, the DL1608’s Master Fader app brings ground-breaking DAW mixing
features and functionality to the live environment. With this intuitive breakthrough app, you can create
mix snapshots, channel presets and even record stereo tracks straight to your iPad. Plus, with “Grow and
Glow” giving you visual indication of the function you’re controlling, you can be confident that you’re
always in control.
Proven hardware that sounds great:
By combining 16 of our flagship Onyx mic preamps with the performance of 24-bit Cirrus Logic AD/DA
converters, the Mackie DL1608 delivers unparalleled sound quality. Add to that eight balanced outputs,
and you have a mixer that not only provides incredible dynamic range, fidelity and transparency, but
also great versatility and outstanding value.
Tons of built-in processing:
The DL1608 is loaded with a choice of powerful plug-ins on every channel, so you won’t need to set up
additional racks of outboard gear. With just the touch of a finger, you have total control over 4-band EQ,
compression and gate plug-ins. Plus, sweeten your sound with a full-featured reverb and tap delay
or adjust your mix to the room with the 31-band graphic EQ and limiter on the main and aux outs.
Multiple iPad support:
Supporting up to 10 iPad devices simultaneously, the Mackie DL1608 allows multiple engineers to control
the mix. Plus, it gives band members the ability to adjust their own monitors. We’re looking at you, lead
guitarist. Now, the band can dial in the mix they want to hear in real time right on stage.
Forward looking design:
The sleek and low profile 16-channel Mackie DL1608 is rooted in design innovation. Its powerfully small
format destroys the industry’s notion that “bigger is better” by allowing modern technology to eliminate
the need for bulky boards and racks of gear.
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Wi-Fi router required for wireless operation. Wi-Fi router and iPad not included.
