Mackie mixers are good for a number of reasons. They are well-built, have a good selection of features, and are affordable. Plus, they sound great. I've used Mackie mixers for years, and they've never let me down.
Powered mixers have many benefits that make them ideal for use in a variety of settings, from live music venues to recording studios. One of the biggest advantages of powered mixers is that they eliminate the need for external amplifiers, which can save both money and space. Powered mixers also tend to have more features and options than their non-powered counterparts, making them more versatile and user-friendly.
Yes, you can connect powered speakers to a powered mixer. This is a common setup for PA systems. The main benefit of using powered speakers is that they do not require an external amplifier, which can save you money and space.
Yes, you can use a powered mixer with passive speakers. However, you will need to ensure that the mixer can handle the impedance of the speakers. If the powered mixer can't handle the impedance, then you will need to use an amplifier in between the mixer and the speakers.
4.5/5
AMPLIFY SIGNAL - Powered by AC adapter, increase signals from MIC to LINE level to a max gain of 50 dB for each input
STEREO & MONO - 5 x 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo jacks with Mono to Stereo DM2S adapter included
3 OUTPUTS - 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphones, Output to speakers, and REC OUT stereo jacks for 3 simultaneous outputs
MIXER WITH VERSATILITY - Mix audio/music from computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, Amazon Echo/Dot, mics and instruments
TOUGH YET PORTABLE - Portable yet durable build with a smooth, intuitive design
$234
It costs $70, which is a bit much for what it is. Other mixers in this price range use far higher-quality materials and have expertly and efficiently been designed. Those mixers, however, are not 3.5mm.A small Taiwanese business named Maker Hart produces products similar to this one, which the audio market is only now starting to find applications for. Because there are fewer customers, there is less goods produced, which results in greater material costs.Although I don't believe $70 is a reasonable asking price for this item, I fully comprehend it and support the unique and highly helpful things these guys are doing.On the business' website, I discovered that they have a brand-new 3.5mm mixer called Just Mixer 5 that includes bluetooth. Trying that will be exciting!I'll come back to the Loop Mixer now.PROS: - It's difficult to find a 3.5mm mixer with independent volume controls, which likely explains the price; you won't even find one made by Behringer.- A quiet floor (also better than other Behringer equipment in this price range).- Several inputs necessitate numerous devices. Not an artist? One port can support a laptop if you also use it to run a PC, a TV/monitor output (for watching Netflix or Xbox), a phone or mp3 player, and possibly a tablet.- Separate volume controls and gains in addition to a master control.- Low profile; for mounting or increased stability, it can be velcroed to the wall, a desk, or other furniture (it has a tendency to slide on smooth surfaces)- This mixer is powered up! Recently, I tried a different mixer that lacked power and could not magnify anything. The fact that each device I added reduced the overall output level meant that its independent volume controls were useless. I had to turn every knob to their maximum setting in order to achieve anything useable. This issue is resolved by the Loop Mixer with just one short power cord.CONS: The case is constructed of inexpensive plastic. When installed in confined locations, turning the device on and off is quite difficult because the power button snags inside the housing and sticks if not pressed straight on. The power button's cutout is excessively big.- It pops your speakers when it turns on because this device lacks a "soft start" or other function that would prevent popping. This may be prevented by turning on the mixer first. However, if you're like me and use your speakers for purposes other than those for which they were designed, you'll need to turn them off first before turning on the mixer, then turn them back on. This is a characteristic of amplified mixers and is only mentioned as a drawback to warn those who are not familiar with mixers. 1/4 was included "The adapter is likewise made of subpar plastic and felt fragile the moment I got it out of the box. Because the cable is so short, the stress is 1/4 "If you frequently plug things in and then unhook them, the strain on the inexpensive adapter's body from the cable heads may become too great. You might wish to make your own, stronger adaptor.Despite all of this, the mixer's build is still of greater quality than what you'd receive from a Chinese manufacturing. That should surely be included in the advantages list.However, I wouldn't suggest using this one if you're searching for something to bring on a trip. This mixer's skill set obviously does not include rugged. Fortunately for me, this mixer is stationary, so my main worry is that annoying power button.In conclusion, the adapter is suspect. I use it on the output to send the sound to my Rokit speakers, but there are times when I'd rather use headphones and unhook the adapter from the mixer's back. This is tiresome since I have to be especially careful not to yank the adapter cable around for fear of having it disintegrate in my hands or have the cable fall away. The device's loop capability wasn't put to the test by me. I don't currently need to investigate all of its potential, thus I haven't done so. I'm pleased because the mixer works great for what I need it for.- I mentioned before that the device's rarity as a factor in its price for what it is. There just isn't any comparable hardware available at the moment.I rate it 5 stars for that reason. I believe it would be worth the full price if a little more thought had gone into the case design and better-grade plastic had been used on both the case and the adapter, but it isn't a deal-breaker enough to deduct a rating.
4.3/5
3 band EQ and high pass filters give you maximum control and eliminate unwanted noise, resulting in a cleaner mix
Dimensions(W×H×D): 244 mm x 71 mm x 294 mm (9.6x2.8x11.6 inches)
Featuring studio grade discrete class A D PRE amps with inverted Darlington circuit providing fat, natural sounding bass and smooth, soaring highs
10 Channel mixer with USB and SPX digital effects
NOTE: Please refer to the user manual before use
1 Knob compressors allow easy control resulting in livelier guitars, punchier bass lines, a tighter snare and a cleaner vocal sound
MG Series mixers feature a rugged, impact resistant, powder coated metal chassis; Equivalent input noise 128 dBu, Residual output noise 102 dBu
$234
Almost everything about this mixer I enjoy. I use it for Twitch music streaming because it's good quality, really robust, and serves the purpose.When I have the USB connection going in from the computer, there is a problem with sporadic crackling and audio morphing coming through the headphones. It's not the headphones because it never occurs when I'm just listening to myself and it never appears on recordings. After considerable investigation, it appears that this is a widespread issue with this mixer, and there doesn't appear to be a remedy. As a result, it loses one star because it costs a lot of money to simply deal with this issue. As I'll be using this setup to playback recordings and also use it for gaming, this will be a long-term mild nuisance for me. Thank goodness, it still functions somewhat. If you listen carefully, you can still comprehend what is being said despite the audio problems, which might last anywhere from a few seconds to roughly a minute.However, everything else has been excellent.
4.3/5
Rms power output:.....300W x 2 @ 4 ohm.....225W x 2 @ 8 ohm
4 balanced XLR inputs. 4 1/4" TRS inputs. 1 RCA L/R aux input
Rockville RPM45 2400W powered 4 channel mixer with USB, effects, Phantom
Program power output:.....600W x 2 @ 4 ohm.....450W x 2 @ 8 ohm
Individual volume, reverb, bass, and Treble controls. Adjustable effects: echo and delay
Usb input. MP3 volume control. Aux volume control. Master volume control
Peak Power output:.....1200W x 2 @ 4 ohm.....900W x 2 @ 8 ohm
$234
I was dreading getting this amplifier/mixer. To satisfy my craving for bass, I believe I need to get a sub. After being connected, my 2 Emb passive 15(which, in my prior DJ setup, I never sold) I loved the way this amplifier sounded. First, it was abundantly evident that Slider is incredibly smooth, and yes, you can adjust the sound on EQ such that it sounds like a BBE maximizer. And this reason for not purchasing subscriptions. It has already deposited enough foundation in my home. The Fx still needs to be twitched. I purchased this amplifier for use in my home setup and karaoke. However, because of its loud volume, everyone disliked it. They don't seem to realize how crucial ventilation is to any amplifier, in my opinion. I'm sure I'll add a fan if there isn't one already in this device. For everyone's information, the fan on the unit keeps your amplifier sturdy and won't burn any components, including the speaker. He never stops grinning after this amp performs, according to one review, and I found that to be true. I previously owned a Siesmic Audio power amp. This is a versatile one, and everything they claimed in the video for this Amp by Audio savings was accurate. Just just make it strong enough to last a few years.
4.2/5
Studio-grade stereo FX processor with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various multi-effects
Neo-classic "British" 3-band EQs for warm and musical sound
4 state-of-the-art XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
FX send control per channel for internal FX processor and/or as external send
Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
$234
TL;DR – This mixer has surpassed my expectations in every way. It is sturdy, delivers excellent sound, and has several high-end functions.—————————————————————————————To replace the Pyle PMXU63BT, I ordered this (which I returned due to its low quality and high noise). I needed to be able to incorporate audio from at least two microphones as well as other sources into my recording because I am using Audacity on a Linux laptop to set up a podcast and record other things. When I first ordered the Pyle mixer, I was happy with how effectively it enabled me to complete that chore, but the quality of my recordings as a whole was poor.I tried it again, returned it, and purchased this.The XENYX 1202FX was unpacked, plugged in, connected to my microphones and computer, and I recorded a test recording. It was like night and day when I compared that recording to the one I had just made with the Pyle; the noise was gone, the audio was deeper and richer, and the overall quality was much better. I'm really happy with this board.Check out the images and video of a recording that was done on my Linux laptop using Audacity, the Neewer NW-700 microphone, and this mixer.What I enjoy about this mixer is as follows:• Phantom Power is used to power the four XLR jacks.• An unpowered Line In jack for non-powered instruments or microphones is located below each XLR jack.• All of the other jacks (5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12) can be used as stereo or mono and have controls for FX, BALANCE, LEVEL, and Input Sensitivity. • Each of the XLR/Line In jacks has controls for GAIN, EQ, LOW CUT (to eliminate too much bass coming in), FX (more about FX later in this review), PAN (more about Pan later in this review), and LEVEL.• It is simple to connect accessories like a CD or tape player/recorder thanks to the RCA In and Out ports. • The build quality is greater than I anticipated at this price. In my case, I used the RCA In to capture sound from my laptop so that I may listen to recordings in Audacity throughout my post-production editing. This board is quite sturdy and well-made.• The audio quality is excellent. In post-production, I have a lot less to do, and the outcomes are excellent.My favorite qualities are:• PAN and BALANCE on all jacks: This was one feature that the Pyle mixer I returned was lacking.This enables me to use Audacity to record stereo audio while panning one XLR microphone all the way to the right and another all the way to the left. I may then split those tracks and edit them separately. In this manner, I may have a guest on my podcast and adjust my voice in post-production without affecting the guest's voice and vice versa.Jacks 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12 can be recorded in real stereo thanks to the BALANCE control. It is even feasible to use completely separate sources with each of them and treat each of them (for instance, 5 and 6) as individual jacks.The MAIN OUT jacks are real stereo, so anything I balance left or right or pan will be recorded in that manner.For the CONTROL ROOM OUT jacks, the same is true.This is also true for the PHONES jack, so I can keep an eye on things and make adjustments as necessary.• The EQ is really good (but slightly constrained):All four of the XLR/Line In jacks have three-band (High, Mid, Low) EQ knobs in the "British" design (1,2,3,4).The modifications are ideal for me, and the EQ is wide, deep, rich, and full.• The FX are excellent:They are all fully adjustable, and there are 100 of them (numbered 0-99).It is accurate that the handbook does not contain a list of these FX, as several people have claimed. However, a brief Internet search turned up a PDF of the list that contains several FX that actually give recordings a more polished sound.There is an FX SEND jack for using an external FX processor if you prefer. A basic "mix minus" configuration is also possible using the FX send.The lack of a power button on the mixer is the main criticism I see in the other reviews I've read here. I don't really think it's a huge concern at all, even if it does imply that you will either need to plug into a power strip or unplug the device to turn it off (and plug it back in to turn it back on). It takes me five seconds to switch it on before I start, as opposed to one.The main conclusion is that, for the price, I am happier with this mixer than I anticipated. Although I had reasonable expectations, this mixer is incredible. It contains all the features I knew I needed and a few more that I hadn't anticipated. It operates flawlessly and generates sound that is of a high caliber. I'd suggest this to anyone looking for a straightforward mixer with a few extra capabilities.
4.2/5
Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
State-of-the-art, phantom powered XENYX Mic Preamp comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
Neo-classic "British" 2-band EQ for warm and musical sound
CD/tape inputs assignable to headphone output or main mix outputs. Power consumption 13 W
Main mix, stereo CD/tape plus separate headphone outputs
$234
I play music professionally. I was interested in seeing what this $40 device could achieve because I needed something compact for a tiny location. Was astounded!1) The issue with the ac power cord coming free wasn't present; perhaps this was addressed.2) Power lights are bright and irritating, but you can easily dim them by covering them with something.3) Surprisingly silent for a $40 5-channel mixer4) It only has one EQ channel and no effects or reverb, yet it costs $40! Everything functions as it ought to.5) Although 2/3 and 4/5 share the same gains, it is actually a true 3 channel mixer. However, you can still play around with BALANCE on 2/3 and 4/5, making it feel somewhat like a 5 channel mixer.VERDICT: This device is ideal for two instruments and vocals. DOUBLE THUMBS UP!
4.2/5
1-Knob compressors allow easy control - resulting in livelier guitars, punchier bass lines, a tighter snare and a cleaner vocal sound.
3-band EQ and high-pass filters give you maximum control and eliminate unwanted noise, resulting in a cleaner mix
MG Series mixers feature a rugged, impact-resistant, powder-coated metal chassis.Crosstalk:-78 dB
12-Channel mixer with USB and SPX digital effects
Featuring studio-grade discrete class-A D-PRE preamps with inverted Darlington circuit - providing fat, natural sounding bass and smooth, soaring highs
$234
Almost everything about this mixer I enjoy. I use it for Twitch music streaming because it's good quality, really robust, and serves the purpose.When I have the USB connection going in from the computer, there is a problem with sporadic crackling and audio morphing coming through the headphones. It's not the headphones because it never occurs when I'm just listening to myself and it never appears on recordings. After considerable investigation, it appears that this is a widespread issue with this mixer, and there doesn't appear to be a remedy. As a result, it loses one star because it costs a lot of money to simply deal with this issue. As I'll be using this setup to playback recordings and also use it for gaming, this will be a long-term mild nuisance for me. Thank goodness, it still functions somewhat. If you listen carefully, you can still comprehend what is being said despite the audio problems, which might last anywhere from a few seconds to roughly a minute.However, everything else has been excellent.
4/5
4 state-of-the-art Xenyx Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
Neo-classic 'British' 3-band EQs for warm and musical sound
Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
Studio-grade compressors with super-easy 'one-knob' functionality and control LED
Built-in stereo USB/Audio Interface to connect directly to your computer. Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com
$234
I purchased this Behringer mixer to utilize with my home karaoke system. This seemed to fit the bill as I didn't want to spend a lot of money. I initially believed that I only required two mic inputs. As it turns out, I now have three microphones, so the additional inputs were helpful but not necessary (yet).The performance is excellent, in my opinion. There are no audible noises in the sound. After further investigation, I learned that the hiss I initially thought was coming from the main mix was actually coming from the computer audio out. In reality, there was an audible hiss on every one of my laptops, but only at the loudest settings. Interestingly, even with the gain set to maximum, the Shure SM48 and Nady twin UHF-24 wireless mics were all exceptionally clear. Watch out for criticism! I mistakenly believed that the microphones and speakers were sufficiently apart, but not for surround sound. A terrible screech was heard. Fortunately, neither my amplifier nor speakers were damaged as I had feared.Since I didn't expect to connect many instruments, it appeared that I wouldn't need the four stereo line-level inputs, but I discovered that I could use a combination of RCA, USB, and line-level inputs to link all of my computers as well as an analog synth to the mixer. In addition, the digital I/O gets rid of computer hiss. I currently have a tablet, four PCs, and a computer connected to the mixer. The additional benefit of this is that I can replay or record from any computer I choose because they are all connected to the same audio system. I connect a 2x2 USB audio interface to one of the computers and an amplifier using the main outputs of the mixer.For me, the mixer's shortcomings are more significant drawbacks. Despite the USB, it is not an audio interface, however it can function very similarly. It transmits everything out via the main mix after being connected to a computer via USB or RCA. I would have preferred if it could have sent each channel separately, but that would have required a gadget and cost more. Gain, level, pan, and three-band equalizers are on each of the four mono pre-amp channels. Only level and stereo balance are available for the 4 stereo inputs. It would be convenient to have mute and solo switches, but I assume I'm not paying for convenience.The mixer doesn't sit flush to the reviewer's desk and rattles when pushed, according to some comments I read. The same is true of my unit. It appears that one foot is around one millimeter high. It was annoying, so I tucked a business card under. That stops the rocking, but the card cab will still fall out if the device moves. Four square vinyl bumpers were ultimately attached to the bottom by me. That eliminates movement as well as the swaying. One of the bumpers blocks a ventilation aperture that is half an inch wide. I hope that doesn't become an issue.I discovered that another reviewer shared my distaste for the DIN power plug. If the unit is elevated, the plug can come loose. It only occurred to me once, but unplug the mixer before moving it or even just repositioning it. The DIN connector is also challenging for me to attach. Even when I'm looking directly at the arrow, I hardly ever succeed on the first time. I've never experienced this issue with DIN connectors, so it could be that my eyesight is deteriorating. I don't understand why Behringer couldn't also include an on/off power switch. The price of rubber feet and a switch might be fifty cents for the business. They can't have margins so narrow.Since the price of the mixer increased by $25 right away after I bought it, I got it for less than $75, which looks like a great deal. I might not have purchased it for a hundred dollars. If I had more money to spend, I would have looked at a better Behringer, a Mackie, a Yamaha, or the Q802 or Q1002, but the Q802's value for the money convinced me to buy it. In actuality, my mixer cost less than the smaller Behringer mixers. Otherwise, this device does its job well for an inexpensive, basic analog mixer.
4/5
1 aux send with stereo 1/4'' returns
2 mic/line inputs with studio-level audio quality, pan, level and overload indication and phantom power for studio condenser mics
3-band EQ on all channels with clean, precise tone shaping
8-channel compact mixer with proven high-headroom, low-noise performance
2 stereo 1/4" line inputs
$234
This audio interface and mixer is unquestionably more affordable than the majority of others. Having EQ knobs was my original assumption, but they aren't. The inability to turn off phantom power (so that you can connect a ribbon microphone) and the absence of a power switch are two further considerations. The noise floor has been low enough that it isn't audible in comparison to the ambient noise the microphone is able to pick up, which is the last thing that comes to mind.
You can connect a powered mixer to a power amp, but you need to be careful about the impedance levels and make sure that you don't overload the power amp. If you have a powered mixer with multiple outputs, you can connect each output to a separate power amp, but you'll need to make sure that the power amps are matched to the impedance of the mixer outputs.
If you're looking to add PA speakers to your audio setup, you might be wondering if you need a mixer as well. The answer is that it depends on what you're looking to do with your PA speakers. If you're just looking to use them for basic amplification, then a mixer is not necessary. However, if you're looking to use your PA speakers for more complex audio applications, then a mixer will give you more control over your sound.
No, you don't need an amp with a powered mixer. You can use a passive mixer, which doesn't have its own power source, and an amp.
A mixer can improve sound quality by allowing you to mix multiple audio sources together. This can be useful for creating a more full sound, or for isolating certain sounds. Mixers also typically have EQ controls that allow you to adjust the frequencies of each audio source, which can help to create a more balanced overall sound.
If you're looking for a powered mixer, the first thing you need to consider is how many channels you need. You'll also want to think about the features that are important to you and your budget. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a powered mixer.
There's no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the specific needs of your project. However, a general rule of thumb is that you'll need one channel for each input source that you want to be able to control independently. So, if you're working with a band that has four vocalists and four instruments, you'll need at least eight channels on your mixer. Of course, you may also want additional channels for effects or other purposes, so it's important to consider all of your needs before making a purchase.
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