Avoid These Mackie Mainstream Mistakes

I originally had high hopes for the Mackie Mainstream, but after using it for a handful of months, I now know all of its quirks. In this video, I walk you through all the hardware features and share my thoughts on who this device is for.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00: Mackie Mainstream
00:50: Matrix Software for Mac Users
01:52: Mackie Mainstream Hardware Overview
04:32: Audio Inputs and Selection Overview
08:50: Video Inputs and Selection Overview
10:27: Mackie Mainstream Quirks
13:34: Who is the Mackie Mainstream for?
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[@TheWuPigPodcast]

I use ECamm Live, and i was able to program the buttons. I just use them as scene switchers at this point. It does suck Mackie has left Mac Users out in the cold. Rode Unify does work with it though

[@kriedholm]

Ah haven’t tried ecamm live. I tried unify but it didn’t connect for me. Will have to take a look at both.

[@nexttvc]

I Do have Streamer X from RODE and I just bought this device bcoz it has the Speaker out what a disappointment to see this speaker out is useless as to much delay in it.

[@kriedholm]

Huge bummer!

[@ZhyJoe-mq2yl]

Can it be used in offline mode? That is, can the power type-C be directly connected to a USB adapter instead of a computer?

[@level4realtor]

Thanks for the info. Oh and go team #Lewitt!

[@kriedholm]

Where is team Lewitt located?

[@level4realtor]

@@kriedholm Austria if I'm not mistaken.

[@level4realtor]

I appreciate you responding! I do have a question regarding the Mackie....do you recommend this device more for gamers? Does someone who does basic podcasting and videos need a device like this? I'm torn. I want one...just not sure I need one. Thanks!

[@Pannaga_Shetty]

you can use obs to control buttons

[@kriedholm]

I need to explore OBS as an option in more detail. Thanks!

[@CesarJoel]

Thanks for the information!

[@kriedholm]

You got it, Cesar!

[@TheWuPigPodcast]

I use it for gaming through my PS5 using my Mac Air…most frustrating part to me was Audio. I was not able to audio from chat to come through device. I had to run a cable from my PS5 controller to Phone Jack in back of Mainstream to hear chat and i do have to use a Fethead with my Rode Procaster.

[@kriedholm]

A lot of quirks!

[@Jean-ClaudeKabeya]

thank you for this review, saved me headaches. Not being able to monitor USB Mics is a no no...would also have loved to see Bluetooth integration... its just too imperfect. in todays world, one would expect all the buttons to be assignable to accommodate different workflows. This product isn't ready

[@kriedholm]

Yeah, I agree. Now that Rode owns the company, I'm looking forward to seeing where they take these devices!

[@zogun]

Too bad 😔 but thanks for the update Kri 🙏

[@kriedholm]

You got it!

[@gepardtilly]

The intro part until 1:00.... you could simply edit it out, and start with the content. I think this device is targeted for gamer streamers. They all use Windows, I don't know any gamer who plays on a Mac.

[@kriedholm]

I'm not sure about that. When the Rode Streamer X first came out, it was the same situation with the software. PC first, then Mac. The Mainstream has the potential to do much more than support gamer streamers. Time will tell!

[@kalClutch912]

The matrix software on pC kinda is trash, I’ve had it for a month and still can’t figure out why all my audio echoes back to me, also have you experienced the static and dropouts yet? I’m not the only owner that has experienced this..really hoping we get an update soon because the poor quality really takes away from my streams and kinda hurts being I’m a new streamer, thought I was getting a piece of professional equipment being mackies rep on top of rode purchasing mackie recently but to be honest it’s a great ideas whith great potential but unfortunately disappointing until bugs are fixed

[@ZhyJoe-mq2yl]

Can it be used in offline mode? That is, can the power type-C be directly connected to a USB adapter instead of a computer?

[@kriedholm]

Yes