VLZ4 Series Analog Mixers

PERFECTION
OF COMPACT ANALOG MIXER DESIGN

Mackie relentlessly pursues the perfection of the compact mixer. VLZ4 ups the level of sonic quality at every level, featuring Mackie's flagship Onyx mic preamps and premium components from front to back. The result is the most rock solid, the most easy to use and, yes, the best sounding compact mixer ever created.

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THE ORIGINAL

No-nonsense

compact mixer series

Now featuring Mackie's flagship Onyx mic preamps, the comprehensive Mackie VLZ4 line delivers the proven feature set, high-headroom/low-noise design and "Built-Like-A-Tank" construction that created an industry more than 25 years ago.

From every input to every output, VLZ4 is optimized to deliver professional-quality results each and every time.

Series Overview
VLZ4 Compact Mixers

[13:39] Learn about the entire VLZ4 lineup

Fidelity

Onyx Preamps

Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
128.5 dB dynamic range
+22 dBu line input handling
Extended frequency response
Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz - 20kHz)

Clean

High Headroom & Low Noise

Strict attention to component quality has led to innovations like our custom M80 op-amps and class-leading negative summing bus architecture

Reliable

Built Like A Tank

Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
"Built-Like-A-Tank" rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls

Range

Comprehensive & Proven

Mackie’s VLZ4 line is extremely comprehensive, offering mixers of every channel count, every price point, for every application. From the ultra-compact 402VLZ4 for desktop applications to the tour-friendly 3204VLZ4, you can be sure there is a VLZ4 mixer with the right feature set for your needs.

402VLZ4

4-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer

2 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
4 high-headroom line inputs
Selectable instrument inputs on first two channels – no DI box needed
2-band EQ (80Hz, 12kHz)
18 dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
High-resolution 8-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback

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802VLZ4

8-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer

3 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
8 high-headroom line inputs
Selectable instrument inputs on first two channels – no DI box needed
3-band EQ (80Hz, 2.5kHz, 12kHz)
18 dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
Aux send, level, pan and PFL solo on each channel
Stereo return for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
Control room / phones source matrix
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback

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1202VLZ4

12-Channel Compact Mixer

4 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
12 high-headroom line inputs
4 balanced inserts perfect for integrating outboard gear
3-band EQ (80Hz, 2.5kHz, 12kHz)
18 dB/oct 75Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
2 aux sends, level, pan and PFL solo on each channel
2 stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
Control room / phones source matrix
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary controls resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Rack-mountable design using optional rack ear kit
Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use

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1402VLZ4

14-Channel Compact Mixer

6 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
14 high-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation control
3-band EQ (80Hz, 2.5kHz, 12kHz)
18 dB/oct 75Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
2 aux sends, level, pan and PFL solo on each channel
60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
2 stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
Control room / phones source matrix
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Rack-mountable design using optional rack ear kit
Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use

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1642VLZ4

16-Channel Compact Mixer

10 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
- Phantom power for studio condenser mics
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
16 high-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation control
4 aux sends, level, pan and PFL solo on each channel
3-band EQ (80Hz, 2.5kHz, 12kHz)
18 dB/oct 75Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
4 stereo returns for connecting FX processor or other stereo source
ALT 3/4 stereo bus for added routing flexibility
Control room / phones source matrix
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Rack-mountable design using optional rack ear kit
Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use

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1604VLZ4

16-Channel 4-Bus Compact Mixer

16 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
- Phantom power for studio condenser mics
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
16 high-headroom line inputs with +4/-10 operation control
16 balanced inserts perfect for integrating outboard gear
3-band EQ with sweepable midrange
18 dB/oct 75Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
4 aux sends, level, pan, solo and overload/mute LEDs on each channel
4 stereo returns, 8 direct outs and 4 group/bus outputs
60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
Control room / phones multi-input source matrix
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Rack-mountable design with three physical configurations via Rotopod accessory (sold separately)
Multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use

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2404VLZ4

24-Channel 4-Bus Effects Mixer with USB

20 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
Dedicated inline channel compression for critical inputs (ch. 17-20)
20 high-headroom line inputs with dedicated inserts
3-band EQ with sweepable midrange
18 dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
Level, pan, solo and overload/mute LEDs on each channel
4 subgroups featuring dedicated inline compressors for total dynamic control
6 aux sends with inserts, pre/post fader and internal/external FX send options
2 stereo returns and 4 group outs with inserts
Dual 32-bit RMFX+™ processors featuring 24 “Gig Ready” reverbs, choruses and tap delay for live applications
Integrated 4x2 24-bit USB interface
- Stream subgroups or master L/R to your PC or Mac for recording
- Use your favorite plug-in live via auxes 5/6
- Convenient stereo return to mains for music playback or return to channel to implement EQ, auxes and more
PFL/AFL solo modes
60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Universal power supply for worldwide use

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3204VLZ4

32-Channel 4-Bus Effects Mixer with USB

28 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
- Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
- 128.5 dB dynamic range
- +22 dBu line input handling
- Extended frequency response
- Distortion under 0.0007% (20Hz – 50kHz)
Improved RF rejection perfect for broadcast applications
Phantom power for condenser mics
Dedicated inline channel compression for critical inputs (ch. 25-28)
28 high-headroom line inputs with dedicated inserts
Level, pan, solo and overload/mute LEDs on each channel
3-band EQ with sweepable midrange
18 dB/oct 100Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
4 subgroups featuring dedicated inline compressors for total dynamic control
6 aux sends with inserts, pre/post fader and internal/external FX send options
2 stereo returns and 4 group outs with inserts
Dual 32-bit RMFX+™ processors featuring 24 “Gig Ready” reverbs, choruses and tap delay for live applications
Integrated 4x2 24-bit USB interface
- Stream subgroups or master L/R to your PC or Mac for recording
- Use your favorite plug-in live via auxes 5/6
- Convenient stereo return to mains for music playback or return to channel to implement EQ, auxes and more
PFL/AFL solo modes
60mm long-wearing log-taper faders
High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters
Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime
“Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish
High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback
Universal power supply for worldwide use

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