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Mackie 1642-VL3 16 Channel Analogue Mixing Desk

AED 900

Gary

5.0

10 items live

Item Details

Age

5-10 years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used only a few times

Posted on: 7th May 2026

Description

The Mackie 1642-VLZ3 is a rugged, 16-channel analog mixer known for its low noise, high headroom (VLZ3 design) with 10 XDR2 mic preamps, 3-band EQ (sweepable mids on mono), 4 Aux sends, 4 stereo returns, direct outs, group buses, and a robust steel chassis, offering versatile routing for studio recording or live sound. Key specs include 60dB gain range, 130dB dynamic range, and 75Hz low-cut filters on mic channels, making it a powerful, compact console for its time (circa 2008-2014).

SKB Carrying case inlcluded

Key Features & Specs:
Channels: 16-Channel (8 mono mic/line, 4 stereo line pairs with mono mic inputs on some).
Preamps: 10 XDR2™ Extended Dynamic Range Mic Preamps (ultra-low noise, 60dB gain, +22dBu line handling, <0.0007% THD).

EQ: 3-band Active EQ (sweepable mid on mono), 4-band Active EQ (stereo).
Filters: 18dB/octave, 75Hz Lo-Cut filter on mic channels.

Auxiliary: 4 Aux Sends, 4 Stereo Aux Returns.

Outputs: 8 Direct Outs, 4 Stereo Group/Bus Outs, Main Mix, Control Room/Phones Matrix.
Faders: 60mm Logarithmic-Taper Faders.

Construction: "Built-Like-A-Tank" Steel Chassis, sealed rotary controls.
Power: Multi-Voltage Power Supply for worldwide use.
Routing: PFL/Solo, Mute/OL LEDs, ALT 3/4 Bus.

Best For: Project Studios, Small Live Sound Mixes, Recording Bands and Rehearsals.