Mackie Onyx16 – 16-Channel Analog Mixer with Onyx Preamps & 96 kHz Multitrack USB
The Mackie Onyx16 is a professional 16-channel mixer built for live sound, studio work, and hybrid content creation. With high-gain Onyx mic preamps, 96 kHz multitrack USB recording, SD card capture, onboard FX, and British-style Perkins EQ, it delivers pristine audio quality, flexible routing, and modern workflow tools in a rugged portable design.
Key Features
- Eight Onyx mic preamps: High-gain, low-noise preamps provide up to 60 dB of clean gain for vocals, instruments, and broadcast applications.
- 96 kHz multitrack USB interface: Record 16 inputs and return 4 playback channels with 24-bit resolution for professional studio or live capture.
- SD card recording: Capture stereo mixes directly to SD card for backup, rehearsal, or standalone recording.
- British-style Perkins EQ: Musical 3-band EQ with sweepable mids on all mono channels for precise tonal shaping.
- Onboard FX engine: Studio-grade reverbs, delays, choruses, and more—with a dedicated FX EQ and user presets.
- Bluetooth streaming: Wirelessly play back reference tracks, break music, or cues directly into the mix.
- Rugged build: All-steel chassis, sealed knobs, and Mackie’s “Built-Like-A-Tank” construction ensure long-term durability.
Customer Benefits
The Onyx16 gives musicians, engineers, and content creators a powerful hybrid workflow—analog control with digital recording flexibility. Whether multitracking a band, streaming live sessions, or running FOH at a gig, it offers clean sound, intuitive operation, and professional tools in a portable footprint.
Quick Specs
- Channels: 16
- Mic preamps: 8 Onyx preamps
- Recording: 96 kHz / 24-bit USB (16×4), SD stereo recording
- EQ: Perkins 3-band EQ with sweepable mids
- Effects: Onboard FX engine with presets and FX EQ
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, USB, SD card, stereo line inputs
- Meters: 12-segment main meters
- Construction: Steel chassis, sealed rotary encoders
What’s in the Box
- Mackie Onyx16 mixer
- Power cable
- Documentation
Use Cases / Ideal For
Live sound, rehearsal rooms, mobile recording, hybrid studio setups, podcasting, streaming, houses of worship, education, and corporate AV.
Compatibility
Works with all dynamic and condenser microphones, instruments, and playback devices. Includes USB connectivity for Mac/Windows and Bluetooth streaming.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Clean, high-gain Onyx preamps
- 96 kHz multitrack USB plus SD recording
- Perkins EQ and strong onboard FX engine
- Rugged construction suitable for touring
⚠️ Cons:
- No motorized faders or digital recall
- FX engine is single-processor, not multi-FX
The Mackie Onyx16 blends pristine analog tone, advanced recording features, and durable build quality—an ideal centerpiece for both stage and studio workflows at Soundium.
