Mackie 402VLZ4 4-Channel Ultra Compact Mixer

With its two Mackie Onyx preamps and four high-headroom/low-noise line inputs, the 402VLZ4 delivers clear, crisp audio reproduction in a versatile, reliable, and portable package.

The 402VLZ4 is a great board for budget, minimalist studios. The 2 mono channels are fitted with a 2-band equalizer (EQ) for enhancing signals or correcting problems. Channels 1-2 have phantom power so you can use condenser microphones, while Low-cut filters on those channels help reduce low-frequency noise the more sensitive condensers often pick up.

With a rugged steel chassis built to handle load-ins and load-outs, the 402VLZ4 also shines in a live setting. Sealed rotary controls make sure the unavoidable dirt, dust, and road grime won't affect the console. So whether for the studio, live performance or both, the Mackie 402VLZ4 is a solid choice.

Applications

• Home studio
• Small live production
• Broadcasting

Features

• Two Onyx mix preamps with ultra-wide 60 dB gain range and switchable phantom power
• Improved RF rejection for broadcast applications
• Four high-headroom line inputs
• Selectable instrument inputs on first two channels - no DI box needed
• 2-band EQ (80 Hz, 12 kHz)
• 18 dB/oct, 100 Hz low-cut filter on mic input channels
• High-resolution 8-segment stereo meters
• Rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish, plus sealed rotary controls to resist dust and grime
• Universal power supply for worldwide use

Specifications

• Main Mix Noise:
  • Main Mix Knob Down, Channel Gain Knobs Down: -103 dBu
  • Main Mix Knob @ Unity, Channel Gain Knobs Down: -98 dBu
  • Main Mix Knob @ Unity, Channel Gain Knobs @ Unity: -92 dBu
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio, ref. +4 dBu: 102 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz @ 35 dB gain):
  • 20 Hz - 80 kHz bandwidth: < 0.005%
  • 20 Hz - 20 kHz bandwidth: < 0.003%
• Attenuation/Crosstalk:
  • Main Mix Knob Down: -70 dBu
  • Channel Level Knob Down: -94 dBu
• Frequency Response (Mic In to Main Out, Gain @ Unity):
  • +0 / -1 dB: 20 Hz to 50 kHz
  • +0 / -3 dB: < 10 Hz to > 100 kHz
• Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) (20 Hz - 20 kHz): 150 Ω termination, -128.5 dBu
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): better than -70 dB @ 1 kHz
• Maximum Levels:
  • Mic In: +21 dBu
  • Tape In: +24 dBu
  • All Other Inputs: +22 dBu
  • All Outputs: +22 dBu
• Impedances:
  • Mic In: 2.55 kΩ
  • Instrument Input: 1 MΩ
  • All Other Inputs: 10 kΩ or greater
  • Tape Out: 1.0 kΩ
  • Phones Out: 60 Ω
  • All Other Outputs: 120 Ω
• Equalizer: 2-band
  • High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
  • Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 7.3" x 5.8" x 1.6"
• Weight: 3.8 lbs.