Introduction - Mackie DL806 Reference Manual

Mackie DL806 and DL1608 Reference Guide

Introduction

Nearly 25 years ago, Mackie revolutionized the pro audio world by unleashing the CR1604 16-channel
mixer. Today, Mackie redefines live mixing by combining the power of a digital mixer with the ease and
portability of an iPad. Think of it as today's CR1604...but digital and unplugged.
• Control the mix from anywhere
With the Mackie DL Series mixer's seamless wired to wireless mixing capabilities, you can mix wirelessly in
real time from anywhere in the venue on your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. The bar, the bathroom, the back
closet. Instantly adjust mix functions from tuning front of house trouble spots to ringing out stage monitors.
DL series mixers accommodate iPads containing either a Lightning or 30-pin connector.
• Control the mix from your iPad
Designed specifically for the iPad, the Master Fader app brings ground-breaking DAW mixing features and
functionality to the live environment. With this intuitive breakthrough app, you can create mix snapshots,
channel presets and even record stereo tracks straight to your iPad. Plus, with "Grow and Glow" giving you
visual indication of the function you're controlling, you can be confident that you're always in control.
• Proven hardware that sounds great
By combining our flagship Onyx mic preamps with the performance of 24-bit Cirrus Logic AD/DA
converters, the Mackie DL806 and DL1608 deliver unparalleled sound quality. Add to that multiple
balanced outputs, and you have a mixer that not only provides incredible dynamic range, fidelity
and transparency, but also great versatility and outstanding value.
• Tons of built-in processing
The DL Series mixers are loaded with a choice of powerful plug-ins on every channel, so you won't need
to set up additional racks of outboard gear. With just the touch of a finger, you have total control over
4-band EQ, compression and gate plug-ins. Plus, sweeten your sound with a full-featured reverb and tap
delay or adjust your mix to the room with the 31-band graphic EQ and limiter on the main and aux outs.
• Peace of mind with access control, mute groups and view groups
Customize what controls are available to each iOS device. Great for providing the right level of access for
those with less experience, access limits even provides a password lock for ultimate protection.
Four individual mute groups are available from the quick access panel for, well, quick access. Assign specific
input and output channels to these mute groups for customizable control of channel muting.
Only see the channels you want to see by assigning input channels to one or more of four separate view
groups. This not only improves organization and allows for faster navigation, it is perfect for hiding channels
from on-stage musicians when paired with access limiting.
• Multiple iOS devices support
Supporting up to 10 iOS devices simultaneously, the Mackie DL Series allows multiple engineers to
control the mix. Plus, it gives band members the ability to adjust their own monitors with My Fader on
their iPhone or iPod touch. Now, the band can dial in the mix they want to hear in real time right on stage.
• Forward looking design
The sleek and low profile Mackie DL806 and DL1608 are rooted in design innovation. Its powerfully small
format destroys the industry's notion that "bigger is better" by allowing modern technology to eliminate
the need for bulky boards and racks of gear.
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