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 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.
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.
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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