Mackie U.420 Firewire Production Mixer

U.420 Firewire Production Mixer description:

The Mackie U.420 mixer is a simple, intuitive mixer combining an array of input options with 24-bit/96kHz FireWire connectivity to meet the eclectic application needs of the modern musician/producer.

Designed for the needs of modern musicians, DJs and producers, the Mackie U.420 4-channel stereo line production mixer provides connection flexibility and an intuitive, centralized user interface to ease workflow and maximize creativity.

Innovative ergonomics put the micro-master section dead center, which offers otherwise full-size features such as a prominent master volume knob and high-resolution metering for easy control and monitoring of the main mix on stage or in the studio.

Each of the 4 stereo line channels on the Mackie U.420 feature 3-band “full-kill” active EQ for ultimate tonal control and the ability to pull off some amazing filter effects and transitions. Instrument level integration is no problem with the built-in DI box. A Mackie designed RIAA phono preamp provides premium playback via turntable, also enabling the audiophile to produce high quality digital transfers of their classic LPs using the integrated FireWire output.

The Mackie U.420 is equipped with a 24-bit/96kHz stereo FireWire interface for recording and playback from a PC or Mac. The ridiculously simple routing make it very easy to overdub or record live sets with zero latency, even when using your computer for playback.

There aren’t many options for keyboardists today when it comes to mixers. The U.420 is a perfect stage submixer providing 4 high-headroom stereo line inputs, a stereo aux for monitors and a stereo out to hit the PA with. Its useful channel strips, simple micro-master section and compact size make it the no-brainer keyboard mixer solution for the modern keyboardist.

The Mackie U.420 mixer includes Tracktion 3 music production software. With unlimited track count, a large array of VST plug-ins, instruments and a huge library of loops and sound effects, you’ll be making tracks as soon as you can drive home, unpack, plug-in and smoke up.

Mackie U.420 main features include:

• 4-channel stereo line mixer with 24bit/96kHz FireWire I/O
• Simple, modern design makes mixing simple on stage or in the studio
• 4 high-headroom stereo line inputs for keys, synths, drum machines etc.
• Built-in DI box for instruments like acoustic guitar and bass
• Mackie designed RIAA phono preamp for turntables
• 3-band “full-kill” active EQ’s for sweetening and filtering
• Stereo aux send for monitoring and effects
• Self-mono-ing outputs for simple connection to a single monitor
• Headphone out with separate level control wired pre-main for simple overdubbing
• Large main volume knob and high resolution metering for quick control and monitoring of your main mix
• Separate FireWire input level control and loop-thru switch for max flexibility on stage or in the studio
• Tracktion 3 Production Software included