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Mix 8

Mackie

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The Mackie Mix8 is an 8-channel compact mixer that provides full-scale functionality in a rugged yet portable package. Perfect for straightforward applications with minimal input needs, the Mix8 delivers the proven quality that musicians and audio engineers have come to expect from Mackie.

High-Performance Preamps Provide Pristine Audio

Two studio-grade mic/line preamps offer premium audio quality, switchable phantom power and high headroom to capture every nuance of your performance. Connect microphones, keyboards, drum machines or any other line-level device and experience flawless signal routing, low noise and wide dynamic range.

Shape Your Sound With 3-Band EQ

A 3-band EQ on each channel provides precise tone control so you can sculpt the perfect mix. Tweak the highs, mids and lows and create a balanced blend of frequencies that sits well in the overall mix. Cut or boost as needed to fix any issues at the source.

Flexible Monitoring and Routing Options

In addition to the main stereo outputs, the Mix8 offers a dedicated headphone output with separate volume control as well as RCA inputs and outputs for recording, playback or as an additional signal path. An aux send can be used to connect external effects processors.

Roadworthy and Reliable

Housed in a rugged all-metal chassis, the Mix8 is built to handle the demands of life on the road. Mackie's signature protective side cheeks provide extra impact resistance and the mixer's compact, low-profile design takes up minimal space in your gear bag or desktop. A solid investment for small venues, content creators and anyone who requires a simple but high-quality mixing solution.

Mackie Mix8 8-Channel Compact Mixer
Mackie Mix8 8-Channel Compact Mixer
Mackie Mix8 8-Channel Compact Mixer

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Analog inputs
  • Total: 8
  • XLR: 2
  • XLR/TRS combo jack: Not applicable
  • 1/4" TRS: 4
  • 1/4" TS: 6
  • Aux returns: 1
  • RCA (stereo pair): 1
  • Phantom power: Yes
Analog outputs
  • Total: 6
  • Main XLR: Not applicable
  • Main 1/4" TRS: Not applicable
  • Main 1/4" TS: 2
  • Aux XLR: None
  • Aux 1/4" TRS: Not applicable
  • RCA (stereo pair): 1
  • Headphone: 1/4" x 1
Onboard effects
  • Compressors: No
  • Reverb: No
  • Delay: No
  • Chorus/flange: No
  • Simultaneous multi FX: No
Equalization
  • Rotary bands per channel: 3
  • Treble: Yes
  • High midrange: No
  • Sweep high midrange: No
  • Midrange: Yes
  • Sweep midrange No
  • Low midrange: No
  • Sweep Low midrange: No
  • Low: Yes
  • Parametric: No
  • Master graphic EQ: No
Inserts/sends/busses
  • XLR aux sends: None
  • XLR group sends: None
  • Inserts (channel): Not applicable
  • Inserts (master): Not applicable
  • Buses: 1
  • Sub groups: None
Connectivity
  • USB: No
  • FireWire: No
  • SMPTE: No
  • Coaxial: No
  • WiFi: No
  • ADAT: No
Other
  • Channel aux returns: 1
  • Width: 7.8"
  • Depth: 9.6"
  • Height: 2.1"
  • Weight: 3 lbs.
  • Automation: No
  • Channel Faders: 4
  • Fader type: Rotary
  • Motorized faders: No
  • Bundled software: No

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4.59

22 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Nice Mixer! Good Value!
Nice Mixer! Good Value!
Excellent Device

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Excellent Device

I picked one of these up today after I sadly found out that my NI KA6 couldn't actually output to 2 pairs of monitors simultaneously unless it was in monitor mode. I was very disappointed in that, since that device comes with software and is non-returnable. Oh well, my fault for not researching better I guess. I have a pair of Rokit 5's and a pair of Rokit 10-3's and I wanted to use them at the same time. What to do. Some people said to use a splitter to split the balanced output signals, and other people said that was a horrible idea. I didn't know what to do. I was very glad to find this little device. I now have it set up to output to my 10-3's as the "main" outputs and to my Rokit 5's as the "CR" outs and it works wonderfully. I have my NI KA6 on input 3/4 and my Traktor S8 on input 5/6 and the whole setup works excellent. I can use the separate CA knob to balance the Rokit 5's out since they get bright on some tracks compared to the massive 10-3's. Sound quality is excellent and the device is cake to set up and use. I really have no complaints for what I'll be using this little guy for.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Good Features; Too Much Noise/Hiss

I am using the mixer to route a couple instruments to my audio interface and to monitor (at home) and from my audio interface to a PA and my monitor (live/rehearsal). It has all the right connections to make this easy and possible. However, even when most of my cables are balanced or short, there is a lot of noise/hiss when I turn up the gain on channels, and I hear it on both my master output as well as my monitor output. Mind you, this is with the knobs turned at most halfway up. It will do for my situation, as I am not using it for recording or gigs that aren't already competing with loud conversations, but that amount of hiss for an extended period (like when I am writing and practicing) is exhausting.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Amateur Recording6
  2. Performances6
  3. Outdoor Events / Games4
  4. Home Studio3
  5. Professional Recording1
Cons
  1. Limited Functions3
  2. Cheap Material1
  3. Poor Quality Sound1
  4. Noisy1
  5. None1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician7
  2. Experienced6
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Easy To Use14
  2. Compact12
  3. Versatile11
  4. Excellent Sound9
  5. Simple Controls8

Reviewed by 22 customers

  • Does a great job!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byJames

    fromDenver, CO

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I route recordings through the mixer to drive two pairs of powered speakers. Pros: provides great control of the mix. Cons: I have none to report.

  • Noisy??? Yeah right…..

    4

    submitted4 months ago

    byJoe

    fromMcAllen, Texas

    In response for the people that say it makes so much noise, this is absolutely not true at all if you have the gains and tuning right as well as power supplies away from the signals, etc. I like this mixer! 😱 Only problem it feels like cheap plastic, also wish had more features

  • Nice Mixer! Good Value!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 months ago

    byVic

    fromEast Bay, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    No frills analog mixer. No effects. Just pure analog routing. No USB out. I'm using as a submixer on a dawless rig into an behringer xeynx 802. Pretty much for additional inputs i needee. Sound quality is good I like it. Price point is fair for the # of inputs and routing capabilities. Really don't have any cons on this one. Wish things were a bit cheaper. But it's 2024.

  • FUNCTIONAL BUT SKETCHY

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byDan

    fromBoise idaho

    I bought this mixer for monitoring low latency fx on live vocal tracking. It works great, other than it shoots sparks from the power input EVERY time you plug it in. I'm worried this mixer will either burn the house down, or is going to fry itself within a short time period. It DOES work fine though once it's powered up.

  • Works perfect!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byDennis R

    fromVentura CA

    Hard to find a small mixer with mid control this has it. Compact but most importantly it's quiet.

  • I would buy this product again for the purpose it was bought

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 years ago

    byWazman

    fromoakland

    Mixed vocals and instrumentals for an output. Worked great. Very good product for its price and the space it takes

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTom B

    fromundisclosed

    Is there anyway to run background music/playlist from an iPhone through this mixer? Thank you.

    Is there anyway to run background music/playlist from an iPhone through this mixer? Thank you.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The headphone output of your phone should be able to connect to the mixer.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked bySusan

    fromundisclosed

    How do u hook up or connect my mix8 to me kareoke speaker machine

    How do u hook up or connect my mix8 to me kareoke speaker machine

    Open Reply - Thomas
    We need a little more information to better help you. Please give us a call at 855-770-3373

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byroduane

    fromdaytona beach, fl

    does this mixer have microphone preamplification?

    does this mixer have microphone preamplification?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    All mixers are preamps. This doesn't have Phantom power.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMinh

    fromOrange, CA

    Will this mixer improve my vocal? I had acoustic guitar amp 40W. Can I connect this amp to this mixer with 1 acoustic guitar and 2 micro phone?

    Will this mixer improve my vocal? I had acoustic guitar amp 40W. Can I connect this amp to this mixer with 1 acoustic guitar and 2 micro phone?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    We need a little more information to better help you. Please give us a call at 855-770-3373

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMinh

    fromOrange, ca

    I had acoustic amp, can I connect it to this mixer for 2 microphone and 0ne acoustic guitar?

    I had acoustic amp, can I connect it to this mixer for 2 microphone and 0ne acoustic guitar?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byLOu

    fromPort Richey Fl.

    will this mixer need speakers with power..?

    will this mixer need speakers with power..?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes it will.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byNiles

    fromNY

    i have a mix8 did not come with a power cord.how can i get it.

    i have a mix8 did not come with a power cord.how can i get it.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Give us a call with your order number.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJim

    fromHillsboro, Oregon

    Hello, I am new to live sound and want a simple set up for two dynamic mic for acoustic guitar and vocals to run in to a Kustom 50. The Behringer XenxYx 502 has only one mic input. Any suggestions from among your mixers to do what I am trying to accomplish? Thanks. Jim

    Hello, I am new to live sound and want a simple set up for two dynamic mic for acoustic guitar and vocals to run in to a Kustom 50. The Behringer XenxYx 502 has only one mic input. Any suggestions from among your mixers to do what I am trying to accomplish? Thanks. Jim

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Depending on the setup you're looking for the list of items may vary. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you set up with all you need.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byMarky Mark

    fromPhiladelphia, PA

    Am I able to use this for a podcast, and connect (4) microphones to it?

    Am I able to use this for a podcast, and connect (4) microphones to it?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes you can.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDuke of Sound

    fromOrlando, FL

    If I plug a stereo signal through a TRS plug into one of the inputs to Channels 3/4 will both signals be captured and output?

    If I plug a stereo signal through a TRS plug into one of the inputs to Channels 3/4 will both signals be captured and output?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    No, it will only pull up one signal at a time
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