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Mackie Mix8 User Manual

Mackie Mix8
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Mix5 • Mix8 • Mix12FX
OWNER’S MANUAL
Compact Mixers
EQ
AUX
U
+15
OO
80Hz
LOW
12kHz
HI
2.5kHz
MID
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
CR / PHONES
48V
MAIN MIX
MIC MIC
BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL
BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL
BAL /
UNBAL
LINE IN LINE IN
LINE IN LINE IN
3/4
L L L L
R R R R
MAIN OUT
AUX
RETURN AUX SEND
5/6
L R
CR OUT
PHONES
1 2
U
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
+50
-20dB +30dB
GAIN
U
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
+50
-20dB +30dB
GAIN
L
R
IN OUT
TO CR /
PHONES
TO MAIN
-20
0
+6
-OL
OO
MAX
U
+15
AUX
MASTER
OO
LEVEL
OO
+10
EQ
AUX
U
+15
OO
80Hz
LOW
12kHz
HI
2.5kHz
MID
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LEVEL
OO
+10
EQ
AUX
U
+15
OO
80Hz
LOW
12kHz
HI
2.5kHz
MID
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LEVEL
OO
+10
EQ
AUX
U
+15
OO
80Hz
LOW
12kHz
HI
2.5kHz
MID
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LEVEL
OO
+10
OO
+10
U U
48V

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Mackie Mix8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Microphone input impedance3800 Ω
Frequency range20 - 30000 Hz
Channels quantity8 channels
DJ mixer-
Product colorBlack
Video capabilityNo
AUX inYes
Line inputs (RCA)2
Equalizer bands quantity3
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width198 mm
Height53 mm
Weight1100 g
Package depth338 mm
Package width231 mm
Package height84 mm
Package weight1400 g

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Features

Introduction to Mix Series Mixers

How to Use This Manual

Getting Started

Things to Remember

Tips for safe and proper initial operation of the mixer.

Hookup Diagrams

Front and Rear Panel Features Overview

Power In and LED

Connection for external AC power supply and status indicator.

Mic Ins

Female XLR connectors for balanced mic or line level inputs.

Phantom Power

Provides DC voltage for condenser microphones via XLR inputs.

Line Ins

1/4" jacks for balanced or unbalanced line level signals.

Channel Controls and EQ

Gain Control

Adjusts input sensitivity for mic and line signals.

Equalization Controls

Adjusts High, Mid, and Low frequencies for tone shaping.

Channel Switches and Sends

Low Cut Switch

High-pass filter for channels, cuts bass frequencies below 75 Hz.

+4/-10 Input Switch

Selects input level for channels 5/6 - 11/12.

Aux Send Controls

Tap channel signal for stage monitors or external effects.

FX Send Controls

Tap channel signal for internal or external effects processing.

Channel Processing and Outputs

Pan/Balance Controls

Adjusts signal sent to left/right outputs or stereo balance.

OL LEDs

Indicates signal overload on channels, preventing distortion.

Level Controls

Adjusts channel output level from off to unity gain.

Main Outputs

1/4" TRS outputs for the main mix.

Control Room Outputs

1/4" TRS outputs for monitoring.

Monitor and Effects Connections

Headphones Output

Drives standard headphones with adjustable level.

Aux Send Output

1/4" balanced/unbalanced output for stage monitors.

Aux Return Input

Connects parallel effects devices or extra line inputs.

FX Send Output

1/4" TRS output for external effects processors.

Tape Routing and Master Controls

Tape Inputs/Outputs

RCA jacks for playback and recording.

Tape Routing Buttons

Route tape signal to main mix or CR/phones.

CR/Phones Level Control

Adjusts volume for control room and headphone outputs.

Aux Master Level

Overall level control for aux sends.

Main Mix and Effects Processing

Main Mix Level

Controls overall signal level sent to main and tape outputs.

Peak Meters

Displays output signal levels with LEDs.

FX Preset Select

Rotary switch to choose from 12 built-in effects.

FX to Main Control

Mixes processed FX signal into the main mix.

FX Signal LEDs

Indicates FX signal presence and overload.

Appendix A: Service Information

Troubleshooting

Guidance for resolving power, channel, output, and noise issues.

Repair Information

Details on warranty and non-warranty service procedures.

Appendix B: Technical Information

Specifications

Detailed technical data including noise, distortion, EQ, and dimensions.

Dimensions

Mix5 Block Diagram

Mix8 Block Diagram

Mix12FX Block Diagram

Appendix C: Table of Effects Presets

Limited Warranty

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