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Mackie DL1608 iPad-Controlled 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer with 30-Pin Connector

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Mackie DL1608 iPad-Controlled 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer with 30-Pin Connector
iPod, iPad, or iPhone not included
Key Features
  • Integrated iPad Dock on Faceplate
  • iPad Mixing with Master Fader App
  • 16 Onyx Microphone Preamps
  • Cirrus Logic 24-Bit A/D & D/A Converters
The Mackie DL1608 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer with 30-Pin Connector allows the entire process of live-sound mixing to be controlled by an iPad. The DL1608 features 16 Onyx microphone preamps, 24-bit A/D & D/A converters, powerful internal DSP processing and an iPad docking faceplate. Integrate your 30-pin Apple iPad and complete the setup for a live sound mixing experience that takes advantage of the iPad's touchscreen capabilities and wireless control.
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Mackie DL1608 Overview

The Mackie DL1608 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer with 30-Pin Connector allows the entire process of live-sound mixing to be controlled by an iPad. The DL1608 features 16 Onyx microphone preamps, 24-bit A/D & D/A converters, powerful internal DSP processing and an iPad docking faceplate. Integrate your 30-pin Apple iPad and complete the setup for a live sound mixing experience that takes advantage of the iPad's touchscreen capabilities and wireless control.

Use Mackie's Master Fader app to mix live audio and access the DL1608's internal processing, including 4 band EQ, compression, gate, delay, reverb and 31-band graphic EQ. Add a wireless router (not included) and mix with your iPad remotely, at various locations of a venue, hall, etc. The DL1608 takes full advantage of the iPad's flexibility, and features like Channel Images allow you to take pictures of band members and use the images as channel markers for easy referencing.

Conrol 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 (requires wireless router, sold separately). Instantly adjust mix functions from tuning front of house trouble spots to ringing out stage monitors.
16 Onyx Preamps
The Mackie DL1608 comes loaded with 16 studio-quality Onyx mic preamps that deliver depth, headroom and immense detail to your live mix. Plus, with 12 XLR and four combo mic/line inputs, connecting mics and instruments is quick and easy.
24-Bit Cirrus Logic AD/DA Converters
The Mackie DL1608's high-end 24bit Cirrus Logic AD/DA converters offer a remarkable 114 dB dynamic range. We align our Onyx pre-amps precisely with the converters to provide you with the most headroom and the lowest noise and distortion possible-resulting in brilliant sound quality from a vocal whisper to a wailing guitar solo.
Built-In Processing (DSP)
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 compressor/limiter on the main and aux outs.
Multiple iPad Support
Supporting up to 10 iPads simultaneously, the Mackie DL1608 allows multiple engineers to control the mix. Plus, it gives band members the ability to adjust their own monitors. Now, the band can dial in the mix they want to hear in real time right on stage.
Snapshot Recall
The Mackie DL1608 allows you to recall mix functions with just the touch of a finger. With Total Snapshot Recall*, you can now easily save and access sound check settings for multiple bands, complex song mixes, previous mixes from challenging venues, recall scenes for theater productions and more. You can even pre-set the mixing board and be ready to go the moment you arrive. *Mic pre-amp gains are not recallable.
Channel Presets
Quickly set up a new mix with the DL1608's Channel Presets. With simple touchscreen control, you can immediately assign a factory or your own custom channel preset for kick drum, bass, guitar, keyboard and more to any channel you choose. And when you've made the perfect settings, easily save them for later use and share them with your friends.
Record for Easy Sharing
The Mackie DL1608 lets you to record your mix from the L/R stereo outputs directly to your iPad, allowing you to upload it to your favorite application and share it with others.
Integrate Music from Any App
Whether you want to play pre-show music or add a Garage Band track to your live mix, with the Mackie DL1608 you can bring in stereo audio from any iPad application. Best of all, with the pre-assigned iPad channel, you can do it without using up one of the mixer's 16 channels.* *iPad must be docked.
Channel Images
The DL1608 lets you take a picture of band members with your iPad or choose your own picture to help you easily identify your assigned channels. There's a choice of included icons to get you up and running.
Install Friendly Features
The Mackie DL1608 is perfect for installing in venues. With its easy to use Master Fader iPad application it has never been easier to train up new sound engineers. Plus, forget the bulky racks of outboard gear, the powerfully small, low profile design lets you install it just about anywhere.
Big on Security
The DL1608 is big on security. The padlock feature locks down your iPad for permanent installs, while the Kensington lock-the industry standard in protecting technological equipment-secures the mixer to guard it from theft.

Mackie DL1608 Specs

Analog
Input Connections
12x XLR balanced
4x XLR & 1/4" TRS combo jack
Mic Preamps
Onyx
Input Impedances
Channels 1 - 12: 3 kΩ
Channels 13 - 16: 3 kΩ XLR, 30 kΩ 1/4" TRS
Maximum Input Level
XLR: +21 dBu
1/4" TRS: +30 dBu
Gain
XLR: 0 to 60 dB
1/4" TRS: -20 to 40 dB
Phantom Power
+48 V
10 mA max per mic, with up to 8 mics
5 mA max per mic, with up to 16 mics
Output Connections
2x XLR balanced (L/R)
Output Impedance
600 Ω
Maximum Output Level
+21 dBu
AUX Sends
1/4" TRS - supports balanced/unbalanced
240 Ω balanced, 120 Ω unbalanced
+21 dBu max output level
Digital Audio
Sample Rate
48 kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Latency
1.5 mS
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0 /-1 dB
all inputs to all outputs
THD
< 0.005%
mic input to main output, 1 kHz @ -1 dBFS
EIN
-128 dBu @ 150 Ω termination
Noise
Mic input to main output, A-weighted:
-79 dBu, with channel and main faders @ 0 dB
-90 dBu, with channel and main faders @ -∞ dB
Crosstalk
Adjacent inputs: < -120 dB @ 1 kHz
Outputs: < - 105 dB @ 1 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
92 dB
ref +4 dBu, one channel and main fader @ 0 dB, A-weighted
Dynamic Range
109 dB
one channel and main fader @ 0 dB, A-weighted
CMRR
> 70 dB @ 1 kHz (60 dB gain)
Networking
Connector
100 MB Ethernet
Control
Complete
Simultaneously Connected Remote Stations
Up to 10 iPads
iPad System Requirements
30-pin connector iPad
iOS v5.0 or higher
Power
External Power Supply
Yes
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, Universal
User-replaceable IEC
Output Voltage
12 VDC
Current
4 A
DC Plug
5.5 mm x 2.5 mm barrel with locking ring
Power Consumption
48 W max
General
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Dimensions
11.5 x 3.7 x 15.4" (291 x 95 x 391 mm)
9U rackmount plus space for connections
Weight
6.9 lb (3.1 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
12.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.8 x 18 x 6.2"

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