Mackie CFX20 MKII Live Sound Mixer

CFX20 MKII Live Sound Mixer description:

Designed to take the hassle out of mixing live performances, the Mackie CFX 20 mkII compact live sound mixer features genuine Mackie mic preamps, four subgroups, precise nine-band stereo graphic equalizers for greater sonic control, and onboard EMAC 32-bit digital effects—eliminating the need for outboard effects processors and cables.

The Mackie CFX20 mkII features several ergonomic updates including sturdier, more precise Onyx Series knobs and impact-resisting rubber side panels for better durability. And new graphics, for better visibility in less-than-ideal lighting conditions.

The CFX 20 mkII mic/line channels feature genuine Mackie mic preamps, renowned for their high-headroom, low-noise operation. Additional channel features include unbalanced inserts and input Trim controls with individual Zero Level LEDs, 3-band EQ with swept midrange, and 100Hz low cut filters for eliminating mic rumble. Each channel strip has a 60mm log-taper fader, one external, and one internal/external effects send; plus two Aux sends, pan, mute, solo (PFL), and bus assigns. The mixer also offers phase-accurate 9-band stereo graphic EQ for easy tonal shaping (and feedback supression).

Mackie have developed sophisticated 32-bit digital effects that rival dedicated outboard processors. The CFX 20 mkII EMAC effects sound clean and realistic — especially compared to the crude, jangling 16-bit effects on most of the other "effects" mixers on the market.

Like all Mackie mixers, the CFX20 mkII is designed for rugged, day-in and day-out road use. Their sturdy-yet-light steel monocoque construction houses rugged, double-sided SMT-plated fiberglass circuit boards, and 60mm faders with ultra-tight lip seals for keeping out contaminants. Onyx mixer-style knobs are mounted so they "ride" just above the steel chassis and absorb impacts without transferring damage to the internal components.

Mackie CFX 20 mkII main features include:

• High-headroom mic preamps with RF rejection
• 20 channels (16 mic/line mono, and 2 stereo line channels)
• 32-bit EMAC(tm) digital effects with 9 reverbs, 4 delays, phaser, chorus, flange; 2 parameter controls + EFX wide spatial expander
• External and internal EFX sends
• EFX to Monitor control
• 9-band stereo graphic equalizer
• Inserts on all mic channels and main mix
• True 4-bus design with direct sub outs and L/R assign
• 2 Pre/Post Aux sends and internal/external FX level sends on each channel
• 3-band EQ with swept mid (100Hz to 8kHZ) on mic/line channels
• 4-band EQ on stereo line channels
• Pan, Mute, PFL solo on each channe
• Inserts and 100Hz low-cut filters on all mic/line channels
• Subwoofer output from built-in 18dB/oct. 75Hz crossover
• Ingenious BREAK switch
• Headphone output with level control
• Tape/CD inputs with level control assignable to Main Mix via Break switch
• Logarithmic taper 60mm faders
• 48V phantom power
• 12V BNC lamp jack