How to Review of the Mackie ProFX16v2 16-Channel 4-Bus FX Mixer with USB

No-Compromise Live Mixing - THE ProFX16v2 16-CH 4-Bus Effects Mixer with USB
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Each ProFXv2 model is a well-stocked audio toolkit. From critical tools like multi-band graphic equalization to smart features like channel inserts and footswitchable FX mute, ProFXv2 always has the tools you need.
10 extremely low-noise Mackie Vita mic preamps designed to add life to any input
All-new ReadyFX effects engine with 16 great-sounding effects like reverbs, delays and choruses
Single-knob channel compression for smooth, even dynamic control (ch. 5-8)
7-band graphic EQ for tuning mains or monitors
Built-in USB interface to record the show or provide music playback
4 flexible subgroups for professional mix management
2 aux outputs for monitor mixes, fill speakers and more
3-band EQ with sweepable mids on mono channels
16 high-headroom line level inputs
Individual channel mutes and overload indication
100Hz low-cut filters per channel (18dB/octave)
Channel inserts for connecting outboard processing (ch. 1-4)
60mm faders for input channels, return and main/monitor masters
48V phantom power for connecting condenser mics
FX mute with remote control via footswitch
Break switch mutes all channels for music playback between sets
Control room / headphone outs with level control
Balanced XLR and balanced/unbalanced 1/4" main outputs
Built-in USB recording interface with simple setup via Mac or PC
Choose to record subgroups 1/2 or main L/R mix
Separate USB input level control to mains
USB routable to full-featured channel strip
Great for live recording and perfect for home studios
Stream playback music for live or studio applications
Includes user-friendly Tracktion recording software
Legendary Mackie "Built-Like-A-Tank" design
Solid steel chassis protects your investment
Tough ABS side protection
Robust internal multi-voltage power supply
1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Designed specifically for live sound, Vita preamps are virtually noiseless, featuring a discrete Class-A front end design, dual feedback stabilization for unmatched low-noise performance.
The all-new ReadyFX effects engine employs floating-point DSP, designed specifically for intensive processing of high-quality audio. This results in effects that are rich and always ready to elevate performance and inspire audiences.
Built-in USB interface for easily recording your mix or for music playback during the show. Mackie has included easy-to-use Tracktion recording software so you can get started right away. Amazon links may be paid links
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[@richardlewis8500]

What a great video! 20 minutes ago I hardly knew anything about my mixer. Now I get most of it! I have this mixer and a simmons da200 monitor. I didn't know if I was going to use the monitor with my acoustic drums. From what can tell by this video, it looks like I can. Can't wait to try it.

[@expertisland]

Thank for watch. Glad it help you out.

[@RxGrace2000]

Thank you so much. I just got my mackie profx16v2 today and my first time owning one. I was in total lost! Now after watching just 1/3 of your video I already learned a lot! I will continue and repeatedly watch this video until I nail it. This is very informational. I truly appreciate your effort.

[@elliott7268]

When ever i am looking for a detailed review of a product, i often find mylself here ... 👍👍

[@mariovjacare1047]

Looking a the mixer seems so difficult and his video made it so simple !!! Thanks my friend

[@expertisland]

Thank you.

[@pattimcmahon5382]

Thanks, good presentation, no fluff. I think I not only learned about this mixer but mixers in general.

[@christopherlaskoski189]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm not getting the effects through to my 4 track and so now I'm headed back over to the other side of the room to figure that out!

[@tbonebeats6429]

i love this mixer! the feedback eliminator on all the channels are killer.

[@windcruz]

What exactly is this... how do you employ it . Thank you

[@tbonebeats6429]

@@windcruz microphone feedback eliminator. It elimates microphone feedback. It works automatically.

[@windcruz]

@@tbonebeats6429 thanks for your reply I have had feedback at times through the monitors

[@tbonebeats6429]

@@windcruz keep in mind that it does have its limitations. It's not 100% I wouldn't get close to the speakers with the microphone.

[@rickkaylor8554]

Great video! Thanks for posting it. I have a ProFx16 (not the v2) that I got a few years ago. This video was still applicable and helped me understand how the subs work. I really like this mixer. I use it for DJ work as well as studio and live performances. I highly recommend it.

[@Keeneydavidutube]

Thank you, this was very helpful. Loved this mixer, so did the rest of the band, great sound for 1/2 our FIRST gig with it yesterday. Suddenly ALL the internal effects failed, readout shows "88," preset knob does nothing, no effects at all. Still under warranty, will keep everyone posted!

[@vincezema94]

Ok It's been 7 months, you said you'd keep us posted!

[@shawnsampson1727]

Still waiting…

[@metcalfrk]

Great overview! Mackie should be paying you. This is going to really helpful in our band deciding on and buying a mixer. Cheers!

[@andrasfekete339]

i love it and this presentation too the mixer is the best only 1 problem theres no mono main out but except this this is the best mixer for live bands and party and mobile dj (thats what i use for)

[@optimystic23]

I just ordered one for my many keyboards, both for live performance and rehearsal, running through a pair of Mackie SRM 650's

[@jimscobie6646]

How do you like it?

[@carljean]

Quick question, for sub 1-4. Do I need an amplifier for it to work? I connect a speaker directly to it and no sound comes through..

[@r.a.m.tabletoprailwaysrail6224]

excellent video, i just subscribed!! thank you for explaining the 4 sub controls!!

[@pauletherington781]

Hi there, I'm pretty new to Mixing and wonder if you could write a list of equipment I would need to get started. I like the Mackie Pro FX16v2 panel. What would I need with this please? Regards Paul

[@manuelarmas8929]

Thanks, the V2 is much much better than the new V3. Thanks

[@eartraffic]

I find the effects better in the V2 series than in in the V3s. Nice video.

[@errolfernsstudios]

Hi can u explain the phantom power on it plz. Is the power for all the channels at once?

[@roylarocque7961]

hi i have a pro fx 16 and the red light is blinking constantly.....is there anyway it can be stopped or fix?

[@lawsonmorton6871]

Very informative video. A question, is there a way to split the usb output out of the mixer? A regular usb splitter does not work. I would like to send the audio from the usb out into two different computers. Tried a usb hub and nothing.

[@robertrichmond258]

Where can I find an owners manual for the Maxi pro 16 v2

[@blueskycafelaunge798]

Just buy it one.Its got great sounds better then Dynecord or yamha.I just liked.

[@EddyDean]

We can't seem to get any volume to go through our Main Speakers. Also can't control the volume with the sliders, either the channel for the individual mics or the Main Slider. I can ONLY lower the Volume by reducing the amount of Gain on each Channel, Why? The Monitors work just find

[@BryanBowser]

Shouldn't the gain be set for each source first showing a solid signal on the meter by engaging the PFL button?

[@expertisland]

For sure, if you have a PFL option.

[@windcruz]

This is a fabulous overview. Just purchased this off eBay. Can you clarify what the Aux Return does please in layman terms?

[@hre490]

If you record one track - drum - can you record another bas or what ever and listening in the monitor previously drum track ? This console work in the 100% like interface or only one way if you want monitorig in the real time you mix? Many thx

[@bbbro34]

Great rundown.

[@OLDM4N-DE]

Something I notice on this very nice video (very understandable!) , there is quite a loud background noise. I tried other videos, its not my setup, its definately that video. And since you use your microphone in that mixer there I suppose, the mic preamps seem to do quite some noise.

[@michaelmattson3515]

Thanks for the presentation. I’m having trouble with channel 15/16. I do not get any sound when I plug into 15/16 from the L/R out put from my Alesis iO Dock ll. I get sound from 9/10,11/12 & 13/14. But nothing from 15/16. I have pressed the usb button on & off. Any ideas? Thanks

[@jarrodleerocks]

I have the 12 channel version which has the USB option as well. However I haven’t figured out when to use the USB line

[@robertrichmond258]

Mackie ProFX V2. I need an owners manual that I can use to operate this keyboard bought it secondhand and it did not have one, any help would work

[@-xoilox-stefan2604]

Thank you for the review. What i don't understand is the combined knob CR/phones. In a home setup.If i have my active monitor speakers on the control room outs and want to use the headphones too with the same sound source, how do you control both volume levels than?

[@thompi8]

ok had just ordering this mixer i had earler the" beringer 1222 pro" this one must be a bether choice or?

[@dogypup]

Awesome tutorial. Thank you very much

[@amarjitsandhu4659]

Very very nice top man

[@robertamaro6578]

Do I need a separate amp to run a subwoofer for the Kick mic on the drums and how do I connect?

[@bridgesfamilyfriendsshow9932]

Thx, I needed this! I really appreciate you!

[@mirecmusic]

Thanks, I bought the Pro16Fx some years ago after my Mackie 24 recording mixer went out from years of work (RIAP) Rest In Audio Peace.This video is great even though it's for the V2 of the original.I have had good success with mine with limited understanding of how it all works but this video explains a lot of what I've been wondering would work.I'm adding a second set of monitors to my studio for mastering referencing with a Mackie Big Knob as the monitor A/B controller. Any suggestions on the output routing from the mixer thru the Big Knob to the speakers?

[@ecafpoons]

how do you set up an in ear monitor system on this board?

[@wesparker3925]

How many separate inputs does USB show up as inside my DAW?

[@Morrowman17]

How does the usb out work? Is it an in or an out?

[@bazoulou]

Thank you for such details. Does this mixer have an internal audio interface that I can connect to a digital audio workstation (DAW) such as Logic Pro? Thank you for your anticipated response.

[@francescocucchi5686]

That’s the same thing I would like to know can’t find anything about it

[@jonathanlee7253]

ProTools First and Waveform OEM recording software/plugin packages are included.

[@jonathanlee7253]

@@francescocucchi5686 ProTools First and Waveform OEM recording software/plugin packages are included.

[@cosmondfrazer8313]

Can it use external processors

[@edlatin]

Why only one meters (L) work?

[@VideoJames.]

No Pre/post fader selection for aux? Or is it defaulted?

[@johnlewis5774]

Are u running to powered speaker?

[@RichKDollarElement]

This was very helpful. Thanks!

[@kendonnelly3248]

Great video. It's fantastic board. one thing i was looking for was a main effects on/off switch. Like the sub channel i like to kill all effects after a song rather than have to turn everyone's vocals effects off individually. So is there a main effect bypass switch?

[@kendonnelly3248]

mackie.com/sites/default/files/PRODUCT%20RESOURCES/MANUALS/Owners_Manuals/ProFX8v2_12v2_16v2_22v2_30v2_OM.pdf

[@kendonnelly3248]

found it lol

[@FreddieShreddieTV]

hi can i use an effects unit in the aux as well as the built in ones at the same time ?

[@roybeckford4206]

That was great

[@christopolousvonsnuffolaup7420]

Just got one,thank you

[@hobgoblinman3]

Ok on the profx16 v2 how do I come out of the board for Subwoofers ?

[@expertisland]

Part of the Main, or Use one of the AUX, or use SUB Out

[@MUAHMAD-wd4lh]

Greetings, my friend... I am a good follower of all your posts on KZbin, and that's why I have two questions... First, why the four sub-exits do not have the effect of echo FX and what is their use unless they are mixed with echo...? Second: What is the difference between the two versions PROFX16V2 and PROFX16V3?

[@cnoriga]

This or the Alto Live 16?

[@michaelmattson3515]

I just got this board. Thanks.

[@devineolubakinn1981]

Michael in my church we use 8 channel mixer

[@devineolubakinn1981]

But I don't really have a clue how to use it

[@tjarema]

Good video. Thanks

[@billbarry2984]

Sounds better when its off, when the board is on your voice sounds "muddy" muffled.

[@Lockdownband1]

Is the low cut engaged to cut the highs when depressed in or engaged to cut highs when up?

[@expertisland]

I Talk about your question in my latest Q&A video Here is The Link kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4mcd62kgMuUm5Y

[@sirmaxwellvonfleckenstein5376]

Question: I see a master FX send but where is the FX return? How does the effects for an external processor get returned? Thanks.

[@expertisland]

Robin Here, Just answered your question in my latest video here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJK1k6ykadFne6M

[@andybrown3403]

Hi how do I add the `tape in` into my monitor. Got vox in monitor but not backing track. Desparate for some help as got a gig tonight. Thank you.

[@expertisland]

Not sure you can, I would use ch11 & 12 with rca adaptors if needed

[@andybrown3403]

@@expertisland thanks for getting back to me. Thankfully my ow PA eventually worked, this is one I was borrowing as mine was being temperamental.

[@dskrpncs]

I am looking to send the kick drum to the subwoofers only in attempt to get rid of the slap in the tops/mains

[@vincezema94]

You want at least a little kick slap. It's part of a good kick sound.

[@markgratton532]

Connect ur powered sub to a Aux so you can control the sub level

[@carlorodrigues1600]

I liked this mixer to use in my weekend parties at home! I have a few questions. Does it have 48V Phantom Power supply for condenser mics? How can I connect two wireless mics with UHF receiver? Will this mixer work well with 2 Mackie speakers Thump 15A?

[@expertisland]

Yes for the Phantom power and for sure no problem with your Mackie Speakers.

[@davegordon9136]

Yes I have the same set up with the thump 15 a s

[@gabrielgonzalez391]

Hey, I got this same mixer but i would like to connect 8 in ears, do you have any suggestion on how to do it, i would really appreciated thank you

[@expertisland]

What in-ear system do you have? You could use some of the monitors send and/ or the Headphone with headphone Splitter like the PHA40

[@sjawim]

Where is the profx16v2 driver ??? Can't find it . Doesn't work .

[@expertisland]

Plug & Play if need mackie has it on there site

[@ashbert-southernmixradioim2167]

how much is it for and i love the video

[@gan9e]

can I assign different effects for different channels ?

[@Keeneydavidutube]

No, just different levels of the same effect. For different effects, you need an outboard unit.

[@alexmaiola]

You refer to the mid frequency knob as the "crossover point", what is crossing over at that point?

[@expertisland]

the (from - to) is a good question But I sold the one I had in the showroom, so I need to wait for new stock to check.

[@saadsb7168]

@@expertisland? Mekser mackie pro fx 22 2

[@born2grooveu]

whats the difference between the V2 and the V3?

[@jimmyl82104]

The v2 is the 2nd generation, the v3 is the 3rd generation. The v3 has a different design than the v2.

[@franciscopolicarpo96]

this is good for live performances and a recording studio right?

[@expertisland]

For sure but you need to look for the new one the Profx16v3 I have a video on that one already.

[@bobbylegros482]

Dude how do you dial in the fx? The knob brings up the desired preset effect but how do you work that preset effect to the desired sound your looking for.....?????or can you????

[@billbarry2984]

I don't think you can edit the effects on this board other then the actual volume of the effect. The Yorkville M1610 let's you shorten the effect or lengthen it with a separate knob near the effect selection knob. The Yorkville M1610 is a powered mixer with 800w per side, but its only 10 channel! I run 800 watts to each sub woofer "Bass Bin" and I'm using 1000w powered QSCs for the top end!

[@Saurabhsoundsoluction]

Sir i bought profx16v2 v2 but i have a problem my right indicater led not working

[@tbonebeats6429]

make sure your pfl button isnt pressed in on any of the channels. i had same issue

[@elevation5762]

did this come with a power supplie to turn on

[@jimmyl82104]

It comes with the standard 3 prong power cable that's used with most audio gear.

[@elevation5762]

@@jimmyl82104 cool thanks

[@themix5317]

How do you use the tape in and tape out? I want to play music from my laptop through the system and I can't find a level for tape.

[@kapplerphoto]

The gain for tape in is right above the sub 3 slider, make sure tape.usb button is in correct position

[@joycemonaco7888]

@@kapplerphoto thanks very much

[@SAMSAM75]

Bonjour manque sous titree en francais svp

[@Saurabhsoundsoluction]

Demo all effects Mackie profx16v2 plz

[@patmcmahon6548]

I'm very grateful for what he told me but he skimmed over stuff, kinda assuming we knew as much as he did, which I find is a common problem with these guys - talking the jargon is all good and well but if the audience doesn't understand it, then it defeats the object.

[@Saurabhsoundsoluction]

In my mixer blinking rude solo problem how to fix it

[@Keeneydavidutube]

One of the 12 buttons at the bottom PFL/SOLO pressed? That is what the RUDE/SOLO light is for.

[@michaelmattson3515]

I just found the problem. It was me,I didn’t push the L/R button. Wow was that loud.

[@expertisland]

great to here you found the problem. it's always the small thinks.

[@That125Kid]

Is it post fader or pre.

[@VideoJames.]

I would like to know as well

[@luisvidal1]

USB tutorial please!!

[@expertisland]

I have added it to my book of videos to Do, I have other viewers who asked for More info on the USB option.

[@qwop1853]

3:48 You kinda sound like Tony stark

[@soundguymike1187]

👍🏽👍🏽

[@b3rtne]

That’s fine and all, but where’s all that hiss coming from?

[@fragranceofsound]

doesn't talk about the USB that it says in the title it has

[@teguhsetyabudi8983]

Buat saya sir

[@kabarseni6044]

Made in......sir

[@devr8423]

If more details of effect echo That Will good for buyer's