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Mackie Onyx Blackjack Premium 2×2 USB Recording Interface with Tracktion 3 Music Production Software

Guitar Man — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:40:08 +0000

Let's face it. If you could fit one of our flagship Onyx 1640i consoles into your workspace and budget, you probably would do it. But that shouldn't mean you have to settle for the cheapest, plastic 2x2 interface available. We've spent serious time and research creating the Onyx Blackjack Premium USB Recording Interface. It delivers the same proven Onyx preamps as our other flagship Onyx products in an ultra-compact, ergonomic desktop design perfect for your home studio. Other professional features include high-end AD/DA converters, built-in DIs, phantom power and true analog hardware monitoring of inputs for hassle-free zero-latency tracking, in either mono or stereo. The USB connection provides bus-power to the Blackjack, eliminating the need for another cable run. Plus, it's Mac/PC friendly and ready for most major DAWs right out of the box. So, don't settle. Be smart and check out the Onyx Blackjack - the utmost in sonic quality and simplicity. Boutique-Quality Onyx PreAmps Great recordings start with high-quality preamps and you will simply not find preamps at this price range better than Blackjackâ��s Onyx preamps. We invested significant R&D efforts into developing our flagship Onyx mic preamps. Found on our most expensive studio consoles, Onyx pres are designed to meet or surpass expensive, esoteric standalone mic pres in terms of fidelity, headroom and transparency â�� as well as improved radio frequency (RFI) rejection and ultra-wide dynamic range. And with a full 60dB of available gain, would-be competitors are left in the dust. High-Quality AD/DA Conversion Quality doesnâ��t stop at the boutique Onyx preamps. The Onyx Blackjack uses Cirrus LogicÂ® converters offering 114dB dynamic range (A-weighted) â�� a specification other companies sometimes charge thousands of dollars to achieve. Our preamp circuitry is aligned precisely with the onboard analog-to-digital conversion to always provide you with the most headroom and the lowest noise and distortion possible, a real sonic benefit that is often ignored on smaller interfaces. Zero-Latency Recording Latency is evil and must be punished. If you have recorded with digital gear, chances are you feel the same way. Itâ��s a pesky computer-induced delay that can quickly kill the vibe of any recording session. Blackjack puts this issue to rest once and for all, featuring a true analog monitoring path directly from the preamps to your studio monitors and headphones. This means you can track while listening to the direct analog source with zero routing. Not only that, it also means you can adjust your buffer settings to maximize your computers processing ability. Oh yeah, Blackjack also allows you to track with zero latency in either mono or stereo, so you can get the right vibe when recording stereo signals like acoustic guitars and keyboards. Professional Tools No other ultra-compact desktop interface delivers as many professional features as the Onyx Blackjack. Both channels double as built-in DIs for direct connection of guitars, basses, keyboards, drum machines, etc. Both channels also deliver 48V phantom power, so you can use studio-quality condenser mics with no problem. The studio monitor and headphone outputs have independent level controls for maximum flexibility. Plus, the Onyx Blackjack is bus-powered via USB, so thereâ��s no power supply to lose or another cable cluttering your workspace. It also comes with Mackieâ��s Tracktion 3 Music Production software, so you can get started recording right away. Ergonimacally Inclined Most desktop interfaces have a serious flaw: their construction. First off, most are made of cheap, breakable plastic. Onyx Blackjack features a sleek, powder-coated all-metal chassis that is truly â��Built-Like-A-Tankâ��. You could literally use it as a hammer to smash the competition (not recommended at your local store). Second, when they are sitting on your desk, the competition lies flat, with no way to read the markings on the front panel. Have you ever accidently turned the wrong knob during your session? Not fun. The Onyx Blackjack sits with a 25-degree inclination, allowing for full view of all controls at all times, meaning more recording time and less hassle. A good idea â�� right? So there you have it. An extremely simple, but very powerful desktop interface that delivers all the features you want in a design that could fit in your man purse. Small studio. Big solution. Onyx Blackjack. Features Two boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps with class-leading fidelity and dynamic range High-headroom design with ultra-low noise and distortion Professional 24-bit recording/playback via 2x2 USB High-end Cirrus LogicÂ® AD/DA converters with 114dB dynamic range (A-weighted) True analog hardware monitoring of inputs, in mono or stereo, for easy zero-latency recording Compatible with most major DAWs LogicÂ® SONARâ�¢ CubaseÂ® AbletonÂ® Live Final Cut ProÂ® ...and more Built-in DI on each input for direct connection of guitars, basses, etc. 48V phantom power for use with studio-quality condenser microphones USB bus-powered, eliminating need for separate power cable Separate studio monitor and headphone outs with independent level control Sleek, ergonomic â��Built-Like-A-Tankâ�� desktop design Includes Tracktion 3â�¢ Music Production Software for Mac or PC Software Requirements For PC Microsoft Windows 7 32 / 64, Vista 32 / 64 RTM or XP SP 2 Pentium 4, Celeron or Athlon XP processor 512 MB RAM For Mac Mac OS X 10.4.11 â�� 10.6.4 G4 processor 512 MB RAM

Mackie Onyx 820i FireWire Recording Mixer

Guitar Man — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:05:40 +0000

The feature-packed and performance-optimizing Onyx 820i is the most compact and desk-friendly version of the Onyx-i Series. With eight channels, three Onyx mic preamps, two aux sends, talkback, flexible control room routing and a variety of Perkins EQ configurations, there is plenty of analog goodness to go around. Plus, FireWire I/O lets you route all channels, auxes and the master L/R to nearly any DAW for recording and return a stereo signal to the control room or into a channel for mix integration. The 820i packs a big punch in a very small package. 8-channel premium analog mixer with integrated 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O Qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs, including: Pro Tools M-Powered 8 (Requires purchase of driver upgrade at www.mackie.com) Logic SONAR Cubase Ableton Live Final Cut Pro 3 Onyx boutique-quality mic preamps 3-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids on mic/line channels 3-band Perkins EQ on stereo line channels Hybrid mono/stereo channel with 4-band Perkins EQ 8x2 FireWire routing, including aux sends and pre/post EQ assignment for all channels Stereo playback from DAW, returned to control room or into channel for integration into mix Built-in DI on first two channels for direct connection of guitars, bass, etc. Individual 48V phantom power switches on all mic inputs Talkback section with built-in mic and flexible routing "Planet Earth" switching power supply for worldwide use Optional rack kit available DAW-Friendly Doesn't Even Begin to Cover It Mackie-designed gear is more often than not the result of customer interaction and suggestion. After all, we are making gear for you. For years, our customers have been asking for the freedom to work with any DAW they choose. So when we designed the Onyx-i series, we took this suggestion to heart. We are very proud that Onyx-i mixers are more DAW-friendly than any other interface ever. Onyx-i mixers are qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools M-Powered 8* Logic, SONAR, Cubase, and more. Now, dedicated Mackie customers can enjoy using their Mackie mixer with the world's most popular DAW. And Pro Tools M-Powered 8 users now have a variety of new--and different--tools to use with their favorite DAW. It's a win-win situation. *Pro Tools M-Powered 8 users will need to purchase the Mackie Universal driver upgrade available at Mackie.com. Deep FireWire Integration The Onyx-i Series features deeper FireWire integration than any other mixer out there and offers immensely powerful routing capabilities: Wet or Dry?--Every channel on the mixer can be routed pre or post EQ to the computer, allowing you to choose whether to implement "EQ to tape" or not. Studio Quality Effects--All aux sends are routable to the computer, allowing you to utilize your computer as a powerful FX engine by implementing your favorite plug-ins in a live scenario. Preserve Your Mix--Master L/R is routable to the computer for recording your analog mix. Burn and sell CDs of the mix at the end of the gig! Mix Integration--Stereo return from the computer can be routed to either the control room for instant monitoring or to a stereo channel for mix integration. Latency-Free Overdubs--Having a "real" mixer has its benefits. Latency-free overdubs are simple since you are using an analog mixer. No more wasted time dealing with the complicated "DSP" mixers commonly used on standalone interfaces. The flexibility offered by the 820i allows you to work faster and more intuitively than ever before. Imagine a world where your recording sessions run smoothly, every single time. Dream of a live sound mix that is both archived for history and simultaneously recorded multi-track for later mixing. No need to dream, the 820i is here. Premium Analog Mixer When it comes to the high pressure environment of a recording session or live performance, you simply cannot beat the stability and reliability of an analog mixer. With features honed over 20 years of design by some of the legends in the industry, the Onyx-i Series mixers are simply the best sounding full-featured analog mixing boards available to the modern sound engineer. The 820i has a plethora of analog features that are sure to please. First off, there are three Onyx mic preamps which have been proven as some of the best boutique quality preamps available today. That is, without having to re-mortgage your house in order to pay for all the inputs you need. Then thereâ��s the Perkins EQ, which offers highly musical Q filter without sacrificing the precise control that Mackie EQs are known for. Two mono mic/line channels feature 3-band Perkins EQ with a sweepable mid, the stereo line channels have 3-band EQ and (talk about flexibility) a unique hybrid channel features 4-band Perkins EQ. So, regardless of the type of signal you need to input, there is sure to be a channel with the right EQ for the application. Other analog tools include two aux sends with pre/post fader assignment, allowing for monitor mixes, effects loops or additional headphone mixes. There are built-in DIs on the first two channels for direct connection of guitars or bass and a dedicated talkback section with a built-in mic that lets you easily communicate with band members while on stage or recording. With all these proven, great-sounding analog features, it is easier than ever to create a memorable mix. Smacks of Quality The Onyx 820i offers a tremendous collection of professional analog features and extremely deep DAW integration, but it is so much more than that. The sleek, modern design might even tempt you build a museum quality display for your engineer friends to admire. Plus, since itâ��s a Mackie, you can be sure that it is "built like a tank" and will survive years of abuse. Any audio company can cram a bunch of inferior components into a chassis and, believe us, a lot of them do. This is never the case with a Mackie mixer. Everything about the Onyx-i Series smacks of quality, because only the most quality, high-end components are used throughout the entire signal path. At the front end, you have the pristine signal boost offered by the Onyx mic preamps, which will likely get routed through the legendary Perkins EQ. The signal then passes through a series of sealed rotary knobs, which keep dust and grime out of the potentiometer. Then your mix hits the summing bus, which has been custom-designed to offer the highest possible headroom while preserving the sonic quality offered by the aforementioned components. Maybe you assigned the signal to stream across the FireWire outputs. If so, they had the pleasure of passing through the high-quality Cirrus analog-to-digital converter on their way to your computer. Or maybe you were overdubbing and streamed your backing tracks from your DAW and integrated them into the mix. In that case, you can thank the ridiculously high-end AKM digital-to-analog converter for the immaculate quality of the playback. These converters are extremely high-quality and easily rival the most esoteric (and expensive) interfaces out there today. From start to finish, no matter how you use it, the 820i offers the quality demanded by industry professionals. Software Requirements: For PC Microsoft Windows 7 32 / 64, Vista 32 / 64 RTM, or XP SP 2 Pentium 4, Celeron or Athlon XP processor 512 MB RAM For Mac Mac OS X 10.4.11 â�� 10.6.2 G4 processor 512 MB RAM

Mackie 402-VLZ3 Premium 4-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer

Guitar Man — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:49:08 +0000

Ultra-compact 4-channel mixer with low noise, high-headroom VLZ3 design
2 studio-grade XDR2 Extended Dynamic Range mic preamps
Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
Extended low frequency response
Phantom power for studio condenser mics

Product Description
The ultra-compact 402-VLZ3 Premium 4-Channel Mic/Line Mixer builds on the legacy of Mackie?s top-selling VLZ mixers. Two studio-grade XDR2? (Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps and proprietary Active EQ give the 402-VLZ3 its high-headroom, low-noise functionality. Its super-sleek, extra-rugged steel chassis is packed with useful features like 2 switchable Hi-Z instrument inputs, assignable stereo RCA input, phantom power for condenser mics, and bright 8-segment ster… More >>

Mackie 402-VLZ3 Premium 4-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer

Mackie Onyx 1220i FireWire Recording Mixer

Guitar Man — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:23:16 +0000

The 12-channel Mackie Onyx 1220i FireWire Recording Mixer combines the benefits of a powerful computer interface with the tactile, hands-on control of a sleek, space-saving premium analog mixer. Proven, professional features like four Onyx mic preamps and classic Perkins EQ only accentuate the mixerâ��s ample connectivity and clear-cut workflow. Plus, compatibility with all major DAWS, including Pro Tools M-Poweredâ�¢ allows you to send channels, aux sends or master L/R signals discretely to your Mac or PC for recording. Itâ��s a premium analog mixer that integrates seamlessly with your favorite DAW. A better way to record â�� Onyx-i.

Mackie 802-VLZ3 8-Ch. Compact Recording/SR Mixer

Guitar Man — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:25:38 +0000

The ultra-compact 802-VLZ3 Premium 8-Channel Mic/Line Mixer builds on the legacy of Mackie?s top-selling VLZ mixers. Three studio-grade XDR2? (Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps and proprietary 3-band Active EQ give the 802-VLZ3 its high-headroom, low-noise functionality. Its super-sleek, extra-rugged steel chassis is packed with an extensive feature set, including 5 full channel strips, a dedicated Stereo Return channel, a comprehensive control room section, phantom power for condenser mics, and bright 12-segment stereo meters. The 802-VLZ3 delivers the same phenomenal sound and performance that makes the makes the 1604-VLZ3 prized in studios and on stages around the globe.

Mackie Onyx 1620i FireWire Recording Mixer

Guitar Man — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:29:28 +0000

The 16-channel Mackie Onyx 1620i FireWire Recording Mixer combines the benefits of a powerful computer interface with the tactile, hands-on control of a sleek, space-saving premium analog mixer. Proven, professional features like eight Onyx mic preamps and classic Perkins EQ only accentuate the mixerâ��s ample connectivity and clear-cut workflow. Plus, compatibility with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools M-Poweredâ�¢ allows you to send channels, aux sends or master L/R signals discretely to your Mac or PC for recording. Itâ��s a premium analog mixer that integrates seamlessly with your favorite DAW. A better way to record â�� Onyx-i.

Mackie 402-VLZ3 4-Ch. Compact Recording/SR Mixer

Guitar Man — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:56:14 +0000

The ultra-compact 402-VLZ3 Premium 4-Channel Mic/Line Mixer builds on the legacy of Mackie?s top-selling VLZ mixers. Two studio-grade XDR2? (Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps and proprietary Active EQ give the 402-VLZ3 its high-headroom, low-noise functionality. Its super-sleek, extra-rugged steel chassis is packed with useful features like 2 switchable Hi-Z instrument inputs, assignable stereo RCA input, phantom power for condenser mics, and bright 8-segment stereo meters. Thanks to the 402-VLZ3, you can now get exceptional sound quality and performance in an amazingly small footprint?at an astonishingly low price.

Mackie 1202-VLZ3 12-Ch. Compact Recording/SR Mixer

Guitar Man — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 01:29:26 +0000


New from the people who created the world?s best-selling compact mixer line, The Mackie 1202-VLZ3 Premium 12-Channel Compact Mixer with premium XDR2? mic preamps and a rich feature set. It?s ideal for live sound or project and recording studios.