The Professional's Source Since 1973
  • Help
Ask Our Experts212.444.6615
Hello, Log InAccount & Orders

Join Bild Expo 2025 - Presented by B&H

Video Chat with a Pro Audio Expert - Live

Mackie Onyx16 16-Channel Premium Analog Mixer with Multitrack USB

BH #MAONYX16 • MFR #2051992-00
Print
Mackie Onyx16 16-Channel Premium Analog Mixer with Multitrack USB
Key Features
  • Open Box Products Have a Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
  • Onyx Preamps
  • British-Style Perkins 3-Band EQs
  • Premium Analog Circuitry
Musicians, artists, engineers, and broadcast studios looking for a professional-quality compact mixing solution for live audio, home recording, and content creation should look no further than the Mackie Onyx16, a 16-channel mixer with 24-bit / 96 kHz 18x4 multitrack recording and 12 high-gain Onyx preamps.
More Details
Open Box
Temporarily Out of Stock
Calculate Shipping
Channels
Ask an Expert
212.444.6615

Mackie ONYX16 Overview

Musicians, artists, engineers, and broadcast studios looking for a professional-quality compact mixing solution for live audio, home recording, and content creation should look no further than the Mackie Onyx16, a 16-channel mixer with 24-bit / 96 kHz 18x4 multitrack recording and 12 high-gain Onyx preamps.

The Onyx16 is packed with features including British-style Perkins EQ, powerful DSP effects, a full-color display, and integrated stereo recording and playback from an SD card. The mixer provides an end-to-end ultralow-noise design, which delivers the sound quality professionals demand.

Classic Sound, Modern Performance
  • Award-winning Onyx mic preamps provide up to 60 dB of gain
  • Premium analog circuitry delivers studio-quality sound and keeps noise to a minimum
  • Analog/USB channel strips with flexible routing
  • Legendary Perkins British-style EQ with sweepable midrange offers classic sounds of the '60s and '70s
  • Robust digital effect engine, including user-customizable reverbs, delays, and more, with a dedicated FX EQ
Record and Playback via SD Card or USB
  • High-resolution 96 kHz / 24-bit multitrack (18x4) recording to Mac/PC via USB
  • Direct to SD card stereo (2x2) recording and playback 
  • Channel-assignable 4-track USB return (2 stereo pairs)
  • Send your Main Mix to USB via a dedicated switch
Studio Command Full-Color Display and Single-Knob Interface
  • Easy navigation of FX parameters, onboard SD recording and playback
  • Visually browse files on the SD card via the built-in display
  • Dedicated physical buttons for Previous, Next, Record, and Play/Pause
  • Store up to 6 user FX presets for easy recall
Professional High-Resolution FX Processor
  • Utilize built-in effects for live performances, streams, and beyond
  • Reverb, delay, chorus, and more
  • Dial in the perfect sound with adjustable parameters and dedicated EQ
  • Built-in effects presets provide that finishing touch out of the box
Bluetooth Streaming for Wireless Audio Streaming
  • Pair your Bluetooth enabled device and stream audio directly to a channel on the mixer
  • Streamed audio can be routed to Aux Sends and the Main Mix
Powerful Mixing Toolkit
  • 3-band Perkins EQ with on/off hard-bypass switch on all channels 
  • Hi-Z switches allows direct connection of guitars, basses, and other instruments
  • 100 Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels
  • Stereo 3.5mm input and Bluetooth streaming 
  • Stereo line inputs 
  • Aux/Monitor outputs with dedicated per-channel send control
  • Dedicated Control Room outputs
  • Headphone output with dedicated level control
  • L/R Assign switch per channel
  • 12-segment stereo meters
  • Overload indicators on all channels
  • PFL/AFL channel solo
  • Footswitch input for FX Mute (footswitch not included)
Powerful Software and Plugins
  • Waveform OEM recording software and plugin bundle
  • DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM, with 16 powerful plugins like Equalizer, Compressor, Reverber8, and Limiter
Rugged Chassis and Professional Design
  • Backlit mute and solo buttons provide a positive tactile feel and clear visual feedback
  • Sealed rotary encoder resists dust and grime
  • Built-like-a-tank heavy steel chassis
  • High-visibility, high-contrast controls
  • Rugged, QuickGrip side cheeks offer convenient mobility and protection
UPC: 663961058901

Mackie ONYX16 Specs

Key Specs
Number of Analog Input Channels
18 (8 Mono / 5 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
12
Analog Output Channels
2x Stereo Master Output
2x Stereo Control Room/Monitor Output
2x Mono Aux Send Output
1x Mono FX Send Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
Mix Routing
1x Stereo Main Mix per Mono Input Channel, Stereo Input Channel, Aux Bus/Subgroup
EQ
3-Band Semi-Parametric
3-Band Shelving/Notch/Peak
Built-In Effects
Yes
Wireless
Bluetooth
*Built-In
Max Multitrack Recording
18 Tracks
Rack Mountable
Yes
Mixer
Number of Analog Input Channels
18 (8 Mono / 5 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
12
Analog Output Channels
2x Stereo Master Output
2x Stereo Control Room/Monitor Output
2x Mono Aux Send Output
1x Mono FX Send Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
Mix Routing
1x Stereo Main Mix per Mono Input Channel, Stereo Input Channel, Aux Bus/Subgroup
Faders & Level Adjustment
13x 2.4" / 60 mm Channel Fader
1x 2.4" / 60 mm FX Fader
2x 2.4" / 60 mm Bus/Subgroup Fader
1x 2.4" / 60 mm Master Fader
Meters
Main Meter:
2x 12-Segment LED
Gain/Trim Range
+60 dB
Dynamic Processing
No
EQ
3-Band Semi-Parametric
3-Band Shelving/Notch/Peak
EQ Parameters
Mono Channels:
High: ±15 dB at 12 kHz
Mid: ±15 dB at 100 Hz to 8 kHz
Low: ±15 dB at 80 Hz
Stereo Channels:
High: ±15 dB at 12 kHz
Mid: ±15 dB at 2.5 kHz
Low: ±15 dB at 80 Hz
Filters
Input Channels:
1x High-Pass: 100 Hz
Solo/Mute
Solo per Input Channel
Mute per Input Channel, Bus, FX Bus, Master
Built-In Effects
Yes
Sample Rates
96 kHz
Bit Depth
24-Bit
Connectivity
Analog Inputs
12x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
8x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Input
4x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Line Insert
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Hi-Z Input
10x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Line Input (4 Stereo Pairs)
1x 1/4" TRS Footswitch Input
Analog Outputs
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Stereo Main Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Main Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Monitor Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mono Aux/Monitor Output
1x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced FX Send
Phantom Power
+48 V (Applied to All Inputs)
Digital I/O
No
Wireless
Bluetooth
*Built-In
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording
18 Tracks
Media Support
SD
Power
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Rack Mountable
Yes
Rackmount Size
8 U
Dimensions
18.7 x 14 x 4.5" / 475 x 355.6 x 114.3 mm
Weight
15.2 lb / 6.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
20.28 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.8 x 17.3 x 7.6"

Mackie ONYX16 Reviews

Good piece of gear

By Mars
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-04-10

Built well, decent preamps, decent routing options. Works great with Cubase. I got it when it was on sale for 618- can't beat it at that price.

See any errors on this page?

Does the 48V phantom power get sent to All mic ...

Does the 48V phantom power get sent to All mic inputs? Limiting to use of Dynamic & Condenser Mics?
Asked by: Nathan
Yes, phantom power does get sent to all XLR mic inputs on the Mackie Onyx16 16-Channel Premium Analog Mixer.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2023-07-20
  • y_2025, m_5, d_15, h_11CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.42
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_1
  • loc_en_US, sid_1617778, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=HAS_STAFF_ANSWERS, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_bhphotovideo
Whatever You Need, We've Got It