The Mackie Onyx16 combines the hands-on control of a traditional analogue mixing desk with the recording flexibility of a modern USB audio interface. Designed for live bands, home studios, rehearsal spaces and content creators, it delivers professional sound quality with straightforward, tactile operation.
With 12 premium Onyx microphone preamps, Perkins British-style EQ, multitrack USB recording, and built-in digital effects, the Onyx16 gives you the tools to mix, record, and perform without compromising sound. Bluetooth streaming, direct SD card recording and a full-colour display add practical flexibility for both studio and stage.
Got a whole band to record, a growing collection of instruments, or a home studio that's running out of inputs?
The Mackie Onyx16 combines a proper analogue mixing desk with multitrack USB recording in one setup. With 12 quality Onyx microphone preamps and plenty of input flexibility, you can keep your instruments connected, mix rehearsals or performances, and record individual channels to your computer for editing later.
The hands-on mixing experience is a big part of the appeal. Physical faders, responsive controls and the musical Perkins EQ make it easy to shape your sound without constantly reaching for a mouse. The preamps deliver clean, detailed audio, and it's satisfying to have your whole setup laid out in front of you, ready to go.
For bands, recording individual tracks is particularly valuable. You can capture a rehearsal or gig and come back later to balance the vocals, guitars, and drums properly. For home studios and musicians with multiple keyboards or synthesisers, having everything connected and ready to record is equally appealing.
Built-in effects and Bluetooth playback make rehearsals and live performances even more flexible, while direct SD card recording lets you capture a complete stereo mix without a computer. And when you're ready to take your recordings further, connect via USB to record individual channels, giving you the freedom to fine-tune every instrument and vocal afterwards.
The Onyx16 is a great fit for working bands, home recording enthusiasts, rehearsal studios, and small venues that want a capable mixer without sacrificing the simplicity of physical controls.
A familiar analogue desk for live performance, and a capable recording interface when you're back in the studio.
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