Mackie Onyx24 – 24-Channel Premium Analog Mixer with 96 kHz Multitrack USB
The Mackie Onyx24 is a powerful 24-channel analog mixer built for creators, bands, engineers, and venues that demand pristine sound quality and flexible recording workflows. With high-gain Onyx preamps, 96 kHz multitrack USB recording, SD card capture, onboard DSP FX, and a full-color Studio Command interface, it offers a modern hybrid workflow that excels on stage, in the studio, and in broadcast environments.
Key Features
- High-gain Onyx mic preamps: Up to 60 dB of ultra-clean gain with low noise and excellent headroom for vocals, instruments, and broadcast applications.
- 24-bit / 96 kHz multitrack USB (24x4): Record every channel individually to your Mac or PC with studio-grade fidelity.
- SD card recording and playback: Capture stereo mixes directly to an SD card or play backing tracks without a computer.
- Perkins British-style EQ: 3-band equalization with a sweepable midrange for classic, musical tone shaping.
- Onboard DSP effects: Reverbs, delays, and modulation with adjustable parameters and user presets for fast, great-sounding mixes.
- Full-color Studio Command display: Quick access to FX, SD recording, monitoring, and system settings via a bright, intuitive interface.
- Flexible routing: USB returns, Aux sends, stereo returns, Bluetooth streaming, control room outputs, and flexible channel assignment.
- Built-like-a-tank: Steel chassis, backlit buttons, sealed rotary controls, and QuickGrip side panels for portable reliability.
Customer Benefits
The Onyx24 gives musicians, performers, and creators a fully modern workflow that blends analog hands-on mixing with pristine digital recording. Whether you’re tracking a band, running live sound, streaming a performance, or producing content, its powerful routing options, flexible monitoring, and professional preamps ensure clean, controlled, and great-sounding results.
Quick Specs
- Channels: 24
- Mic preamps: Onyx preamps with up to 60 dB gain
- Recording: 96 kHz / 24-bit USB (24x4), SD card stereo recording
- EQ: 3-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids
- Effects: Built-in DSP FX with user presets
- Bluetooth: Wireless audio streaming to any channel
- Connectivity: USB, SD, stereo inputs, Aux sends, control room outs
- Meters: 12-segment stereo metering
- Construction: Steel chassis, sealed rotary knobs
What’s in the Box
- Mackie Onyx24 mixer
- Power cable
- Documentation
Use Cases / Ideal For
Live sound, band rehearsals, studio recording, multitrack production, mobile recording, podcasting setups, hybrid streaming rigs, houses of worship, corporate AV, and small to mid-size venue installations.
Compatibility
Compatible with macOS and Windows recording systems via USB. Works with all microphones, instruments, playback devices, and PA systems. Bluetooth enables wireless audio input from mobile devices.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- High-gain, low-noise Onyx preamps
- 96 kHz multitrack USB recording
- SD card capture for computer-free recording
- Full-color Studio Command display
- Durable construction for professional use
⚠️ Cons:
- No motorized faders
- Larger footprint compared to compact mixers
The Mackie Onyx24 delivers professional recording capability, refined analog sound, and rugged reliability—ideal for creators who need power, flexibility, and great audio quality at Soundium.
