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Onyx Premium Analog Mixers | Overview

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The Mackie Onyx12 12-channel premium analog mixer with USB is the ultimate compact solution for live audio, home recording and content creation. Featuring 24-bit/96kHz multitrack recording, award-winning high-gain Onyx mic preamps, and an end-to-end ultralow-noise design, the Onyx12 delivers the pristine sound quality that audio professionals demand. Packed with powerful features, including studio-grade DSP effects, British-style Perkins EQ of the 1960s and '70s, an easy-to-read full-color display, and integrated recording and playback from an SD card, the Onyx12 gives you the tools you need to capture inspired performances with stunning fidelity.

Premium Onyx Mic Preamps Provide Pristine Sound

The Onyx12 is equipped with eight high-gain, low-noise Onyx mic preamps to provide a clean, transparent signal path for your microphones. Onyx preamps are renowned for their wide frequency response, high headroom, and ability to handle high SPL sources without distortion. With 48V phantom power available on all mic channels, the Onyx12 can power your favorite condenser microphones for studio-quality recordings.

Full Suite of DSP Effects Takes Your Mixes to the Next Level

Shape your sound with the Onyx12's studio-grade DSP effects, including reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, pitch shifter, and more. With 100 factory presets and 100 user-editable presets, it's easy to dial in the perfect effect for your mix. Effects parameters are adjustable via the mixer's full-color display, giving you total creative control.

Flexible Routing Options for Any Application

The Onyx12 offers extensive routing capabilities for any mixing need. Each of the 12 input channels features a 3-band Perkins EQ with hard bypass switches, gain control, pan, mute and pre/post fader AUX sends. Channels 1-8 have both XLR mic inputs and 1/4" line inputs, while channels 9-12 feature 1/4" line inputs only. Two AUX sends, control room outputs, studio outputs, and dedicated 2-track inputs and outputs provide flexible signal routing for any mixing application from live sound to studio recording.

High-Resolution Recording via USB

Capture your best takes with stunning realism. The Onyx12 offers high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording direct to your Mac or PC via USB. Record all 12 input channels plus the main mix simultaneously for maximum flexibility in post-production. Playback audio files directly from your computer through the Onyx12's studio outputs and control room outputs.

Open Box Mackie Onyx12 12-Channel Premium Analog Mixer With Multi-Track USB And Bluetooth Level 2  197881316136
Open Box Mackie Onyx12 12-Channel Premium Analog Mixer With Multi-Track USB And Bluetooth Level 2  197881316136
Open Box Mackie Onyx12 12-Channel Premium Analog Mixer With Multi-Track USB And Bluetooth Level 2  197881316136

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Classic Sound, Modern Performance
  • 8 award-winning Onyx mic preamps provide up to 60dB of gain
  • Premium analog circuitry delivers studio-quality sound and keeps noise to a minimum
  • Analog/USB channel strips with flexible routing
  • Legendary Perkins "British style" EQ with sweepable midrange offers classic sounds of the '60s and '70s
  • Robust digital effect engine, including user-customizable reverbs, delays and more, with a dedicated FX EQ
Record and Playback via SD Card or USB
  • High-resolution 14x4 96kHz/24-bit multi-track recording to Mac/PC via USB
  • Direct to SD card stereo recording and playback
  • Channel-assignable 4-track USB return (two stereo pairs)
  • Send your Main Mix to USB via a dedicated switch
Studio Command-Powerful and Intuitive Full-Color Display and Single-Knob Interface
  • Easy navigation of FX parameters, onboard SD recording and playback
  • Visually browse files on the SD card via the built-in display
  • Dedicated physical buttons for Previous, Next, Record and Play/Pause
Store up to six user FX presets for easy recallProfessional High-Resolution FX Processor
  • Utilize built-in effects for live performances, streams and beyond
  • Reverb, delay, chorus and more
  • Dial in the perfect sound with adjustable parameters and dedicated EQ
  • Built-in effects presets provide that finishing touch out of the box
Bluetooth Streaming–Go Wireless
  • Pair your Bluetooth-enabled device and stream audio directly to a channel on the mixer
  • Streamed audio can be routed to AUX sends and the main mix
Powerful Mixing Toolkit
  • 3-band Perkins EQ with on/off hard bypass switch on all channels
  • Hi-Z switches allows direct connection of guitars, basses and other instruments
  • 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels
  • Stereo 1/8" input and Bluetooth streaming
  • Stereo line inputs
  • AUX/Monitor outputs with dedicated per-channel send control
  • Dedicated Control Room outputs
  • Headphone output with dedicated level control
  • L/R Assign switch per channel
  • 12-segment stereo meters
  • Overload indicators on all channels
  • PFL/AFL channel solo
  • Footswitch input for FX Mute (footswitch not included)
Hit the Ground Running With Powerful Software and Plug-ins
  • Waveform OEM recording software and plug-in bundle
  • DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM, with 16 powerful plug-ins like Equalizer, Compressor, Reverber8 and Limiter
Rugged Chassis and Professional Design
  • Backlit Mute and Solo buttons provide a positive tactile feel and clear visual feedback
  • Sealed rotary encoder resists dust and grime
  • Built-like-a-tank heavy steel chassis
  • High-visibility, high-contrast controls
  • Rugged, QuickGrip side cheeks offer convenient mobility and protection
  • Rackmountable with optional kit

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Weight
  • 12.7 lb./5.5 kg
Dimensions
  • 14.8 x 14 x 5.4"/376 x 356 x 136 mm

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  • Exactly what I was hoping it would be

    5

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    submitteda year ago

    byCarey

    fromRaleigh, NC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I purchased this mixer to use at large weddings where I would need multiple mic and channel connections. The sound and effects quality are better than I thought they would be and I especially like how much I can EQ the effects as opposed to other mixers I've used prior.

  • Probably if I needed another one.

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byEric

    fromWashington State

    This arrived today from UPS. Shipped well and survived the trip to rural north central Washington state. I'm going to use it primarily as a drum / mic interface for lessons and for recording to D.P. So far it seems good. I plugged it in, no smoke !! So for it being an interface for lessons ? I'm using a wireless lavaliere for talking while lessons are going on. I can mute that channel when playing. I have mics on the drums and have mixed them with the onyx. The routing seems pretty straight forward ??? Using zoom you can route the 1/2 Main outs to USB but they seem to be pre-fader ? If I find differently I Will update if I can. As far as a multichannel interface? Digital performer recognized it right away on my little MacBook and the system preference saw it too. So far so good. It records nicely and at least on a mac you can control the clock from wherever you want. The sound is good. The E.Q. is probably better than I have figured out so far. There are a few oddities to it. The line inputs don't seem to be routed through the mic preamps if you use line in. I might be doing it wrong but I had to use the 13/14 input for the wireless lavaliere mic. It is a 1/4" line level input. For the money if this holds up it should be a tiny powerhouse for what I do. Fingers crossed.

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  • asked byRJ

    fromOrange County, CA

    Is there a carrying case available for this mixer?

    Is there a carrying case available for this mixer?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, nothing branded by Mackie. There are after market bags and cases. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373
  • asked byRay

    fromEden NC

    Does the whole gig session or say you play for 1 hr at a church or event.  Does it record all voices and instruments connected to the mixer?

    Does the whole gig session or say you play for 1 hr at a church or event. Does it record all voices and instruments connected to the mixer?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This is a mixer. It doesn't record. Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403