🌴New Mackie ProFX16v3 16-Channel 4-bus Professional Effects Mixer with USB🌴

[@ariakiss]

Just got mixer. Am in a band that has been using it for couple of years. Its laid out beautifully and your explanation of everything makes it so clear and easy. Well done Thank you

[@Jonobueno]

Late to the party, but that was probably the best explanation of a desk i've seen yet. I'm gonna buy this unit now. You are really good at what you do. Clear and concise, thorough and moved at a good pace. Mackie owe you a beer, Thanks Mate !!

[@mekkemusic]

Can’t tell you how incredibly clear the ocean of knobs became with your explanation. I just bought one today, and I guess I will be coming back to your videos often, which means I subscribed, liked, commented and did all this video and channel deserved. Big thank you from Italy

[@stevenovak4186]

This is the best product informational video I’ve ever seen.

[@expertisland]

Thank you.

[@TheFendertak]

Hi it was thanks to you that I purchased this mixer, due to the indept review you gave this mixing desk, it actually arrived today during practice, the mixer I was using at this time was my Dynacord Cms 1000 Mk1, yes old but still Dynacord holds up to its name, and for the last 12 years or More my Cms still performs very well, today I just disconnected the cables from the old desk, set my levels added compression at 1pm and used FX 12 reverb & delay, wow what clarity I was hearing, every word I sang crystal clear, even went as far as hooking up my stage mon omg!! everything so easy to naivigate and less twiddling knobs, I did notice when I went from left and right from my Ketron keyboard to stereo channel L&R 13/14 I did not have to turn the gain knob up at all and the keyboards sounded amazing, yet to plug in my electric guitar, but I'm Sure it will sound just as amazing, this is a super super super analog mixing desk, I was on the brink of going digital with presonus studio live 16.02, but Im so glad I did not join the didital era, and stayed with Analog, again I say massive thanks to you a your very very much appreciated honest reviee, my jaw still has not come up the floor, WOW!!!! I'm another which will be keeping a close watch on future video reviews, and demo's 👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@LuvIsLuvRadio]

Major Kudos to you ….I added the ProFX22V3 to my Home Studio I got a awesome deal on a demo…& your tutorial worked like a charm…..💪🏾💯

[@MegaToogoodtobetrue]

The best explanation so far very thorough. The others are just racing to the finish line. The presentation can further be divided into scenarios like podcast, live band, recording and DJ. Thanks love it

[@elijahmant2855]

Excellently presented video. Thanks Man.

[@GarysBBQSupplies]

Absolutely the BEST review/class I have ever seen. I now know how to use my new mixer. New subscriber. Thanks!

[@expertisland]

Awesome, thank you! and hope you have fun with your new mixer.

[@bowiemartin3656]

Thanks!

[@billsherrington5996]

The pre and post switch on the aux 3 is pre or post fader not eq as you stated. Aux 1 & 2 are always pre fader.

[@EdEditz]

@27:03 Actually the Sub-Mixer is included in the ProFX12v3 too. I just got that one last week. Very happy with it.

[@mattkellam7274]

Excellent rundown of all the functionality of this board - thank you so much! :D

[@amitverma6559]

Very Well Explained, I have just bought it, and lots of my doubts have been cleared. Thanks, A Ton😊🙏

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

i just bought one of these for my home recording studio, replacing an old, but trusty, Tascam 2600. I'm still exploring it, but off the bat: Good point: the mic pres are noticeably very high quality. Bad point: there are no direct outputs to send to my soundcard (RME Aio), so I'm using two Auxs instead. Not ideal. I assume Mackie expect you to use the USB connection, which seems to me a lame gimmick: "Look! computer connection to your DAW!" The online manual (which is essential but not supplied in the box - I hate that cheapness) however doesn't tell you that to make this connection in Windows you have to go into Control Panel, disengage your soundcard and instead choose the Mackie USB device which shows up there when you plug the USB cable in. That's ridiculous in my view for any serious home recording user. UPDATE: I contacted Mackie Support and they advised I connect the main outs to my soundcard. Wrong! That will send output in an infinite circle. SOLUTION: Connect your soundcard from SUB OUTS 1 and 2. Depress the 1-2 button on the guitar or vocal channel. Using the FX controls you can either record to your DAW this way wet or dry, i.e. with the Mackie FX or without.

[@JohnBassarcticsoundstudios]

You can take a Quarter inch cable 2 conductor plug it into the insert on any channel, Push all the way in and pull back one click And that will send that channel out to your sound card. the only thing that is effected is the gain knob which will give you the cleanest signal.

[@natetwiss8184]

This Board is amazing

[@petelampe2824]

This video saved my a$$ before a rehearsal! 😂Thanks!

[@QuoVadis88]

great video. got this board to do quality live recording at gigs.

[@jeffmaestro]

Love every video this gentleman does. Excellent presentation!!!

[@johncbeer]

Awesome video. Thanks for taking the time. Do you still plan on doing the follow-up videos you mentioned?

[@carmenplacido9479]

Just bought this. Thanks for a clear, concise video and making sense of it all

[@channelgoera]

Hi...... I recently bought the ProFx16V3 mixer and I just wish I could adjust the parameters of the onboard Gig-effects. I wanted to know if there is any way to connect my external Lexicon FX Processor to the ProFx16 V3 mixer ? I could not find the FX return or any stereo return on the mixing board. I am just a beginner and I seek your advice and guidance. Thank you.

[@expertisland]

I would use a insert cable on Ch1 or ch2 here are 2 link insert to 1/4 amzn.to/3RAqfyF or insert to XLR amzn.to/3PooHF7

[@channelgoera]

@@expertisland Thank you very much for your kind advice.

[@techinzicht]

I have the 30 channel version FX30v3. Thanks for the clear explanation of things 👍👍

[@LarryOohLaLa]

❤❤❤ Great Explain Brother 🎉🎉🎉a question for you how do I get audio from the computer back to the mixer I has been hooked up usb cable to mixer but no sound out ?

[@ConeyIsland1952]

Could you demo the VOCAL MIC Effects reverbs etc, please on the new v3 Mackie mixers thanx

[@mark_litherland]

Excellent, thank you. I'm trying to decide between this mixer and a Yamaha MG16XU - I guess that's a very common choice. It would be great to see a similar walthrough of that.

[@sboy1955]

Just want to clarify the 2 out/ 4 in USB functionality. You actually can’t use all 4 of the inputs - you must choose either 1&2 or 3&4 when monitoring your DAW and these have to be selected inside your operation system, Window or IOS audio function. YOU CAN’T CHOOSE BOTH. However, this unit has really good preamps so it is a nice recording interface if you only need USB 2 outs and 2 ins, which for a lot of songwriters with home studios is perfectly fine. I.e., if you buy this for live sound you do get a decent but limited DAW interface.

[@freddiegasparini1315]

Thank you! Great tutorial for me- I have one coming.

[@tinman3220]

Where is the follow-up video that you mention? Thanks!

[@MrTwister3356]

I own the Mackie Profx16V2...This new V3 unit is listed for 649.00$ here in Canada.....still very good value for this mixer considering the additional features such as 2 more AUX's, Comps, Hi Z etc.....however I think Mackie missed the bus by not redesigning this box to provide full USB 16 multitrack recording capability...I would have gladly paid 1000$ for that....I just bought a Soundcraft MTK12 which has 12 multitrack recording for under 700$ CND....I would have preferred a 16 channel multitrack however Soundcraft doesn't have one and the next one up is 22 channel which is too large for me...In any case this Mackie is still an awesome mixer considering the price and numerous features...who knows, they may include MTK on a future model......thanks for the review and presentation!!...cheers!!

[@albonymus1682]

MrTwisster did you checkout the tascam model 16? Its a great MTK 16 channel mixer with inbuilt interface etc

[@wrm192]

How would you EQ the monitors on stage? I know there’s EQ for main output, but what about the monitors? Thanks

[@tommyfrost1154]

Where and how do I connect an amplifier to the mackie Pro 16.v3? Guitar connects into the input of the amplifier and then the amplifiers out put into the mixerboard?

I just bought this mixer for Karaoke and still figure out how it's work. Hope I can set up after seeing this video. Thanks

[@bonwana2275]

Great video. I have only just purchased this mixer yesterday so i haven't even got it yet but personally, I think the addition of the channel inserts are a huge plus. I hope it is made with better components than the Soundcraft MTK series which is the one i have now......Buyer beware on the Soundcraft. Can't wait for the Mackie to arrive.

[@SunlightOfTheSpirit]

How’d you get on with the Mackie?

[@Garry-dm5dz]

Very helpful, Thank you sir.

[@Stratman1920]

Do you have a video on how to handle the effects on this unit? For example, I think I can assign effects to channels and can you have more than one effect on the same channel? This is all a mystery to me, just unpacked the ProFX16v3 and found your video very helpful.

[@puntmaster9896]

looking for the same info

[@angelh1743]

Thank you. Very helpful.

[@mikeagahzadeh4089]

great video, lots of great info. question, does the V3 have feedback suppression like the V2?

[@PeteMel1875]

Great video 👍

[@valsimone6918]

Excellent video, sir. May I ask what mixer stand your using?

[@allenakins8724]

I have the 22 channel mixer having trouble getting the effects to go through the monitors. Can you tell me what I need to do to have that happen?

[@macjames1961]

How do it set up a Surround input from my Roland TD6 Electronic Drum Kit so that I can HEAR the surround effect in both Monitor and PA Master, in addition to receiving surround in my Digital Recording device at the same time??? I have the Mackie V3-22 channel.

[@ohimswaggarr]

Great video! One question: If I would like to use both of my main outs, L &R, wat out would I connect my subwoofer to? Thank you

[@djmcmike2319]

I try to have the audio run from my lap top to the mixer via USB but no sound. I download and installed the driver. The meter lights to the music but nothing from the speakers. What should I set in the mixer? I also tried turning the knob to USB on the mixer and nothing. Can you offer me any help?

[@SuperZDogg...]

Can you make more videos with this mixer? I’m hungry for more videos with this mixer!

[@rhnlsls]

i had same mixer i bought it brand new , i set it up a mic to where i can hear all the audio comin of left and right speakers but all ican see on the led level indicator is the left side the right side level indicator is completely shut, is there any connection that i probably missed?

[@FranklySinatra75]

Great video. I recently purchased the ProFX16V3 as an upgrade for gigs with the band . I have had it for about three weeks now and I’m going crazy trying to track down the reason why the “Rude Solo” Indicator will not stop flashing and I have double and triple checked the Solo buttons on all the channels and they are ALL off. Also the main levels are not reading ... but only read when I push a solo button on a channel but will only read the left side not both . Everything still works great and I do. It have any issues with sound, effect, or faders, monitors etc . Is this something I should return to get fixed ? Or something I could track down myself ? Thanks so much . Chris

[@RedSunofNW]

if you have any solo button activated the rude solo will flash. Try to unselect all button to see if the flash light stops

[@dickdeltona]

Great video! Question: How can I listen to Monitor output levels with headphones at the mixer? Thanks, Larry

[@chuyvazquez2821]

How do I get rid of the rude solo light on the bottoms of the dynamic meter just bought the same exact mixer. Thanks in advance.

[@manonetjean98]

very good expaination thank you

[@johnduffy8532]

Is it possible to assign more than one effect to different channels or are they forced universal? IE can I put reverb on one channel and delay on another?

[@tjtowberman65]

Which stand are you using for the video intro if a may ask, I purchased the stand you used for the Mackie ProFX12v3?

[@lennyrodriguez352]

So with the hi z switch.. what input goes in for the guitar XLR or jack? Also what's the difference when using a di box.

[@AT-wl9yq]

I just want to point out a small error in the video. Normally, I wouldn't bring it up but I had this same issue come up 2 times in the last week. In the video, I believe he was talking about channels 15/16, and it was in reference to the 3.5mm mini jack connector. He said it was a balanced connection, and its not. Its a single ended stereo jack. Since its a 2 channel strip, for balanced operation you would need 2 connectors (one for each channel). But even if it was just 1 channel with a TRS or XLR connection, that doesn't guarantee balanced operation. Its just a cable connector. For balanced you need both components the cable is connecting to be balanced as well. Just to give an example of what I'm talking about, I had 2 people ask me to look at their system because they thought something was broken. They both tried to take a balanced interconnect (TRS on one end and XLR on the other end, which is fine as long as the internal wiring matches the pin configuration for balanced operation), and plug it into a jack just like this one, only it was 1/4 in. And of course, no sound. Nothing was wrong with the gear, they were just not hooking it up properly.

[@expertisland]

17:19 I had to find it 🙄, and your right I misspoke.😲 I had it right in my head, just the word never came out of my mouth.😴 I should have said it can look like a Balanced connection but it is just a 2 ch. stereo connection.

[@AT-wl9yq]

@@expertisland Your videos contain a tremendous amount of information. It's impossible to be 100% perfect every time (I know from experience). If I had to guess, I'd say your worst case scenario is 99%, but probably not that low. I sometimes single out balancing because the industry does a horrible job with it. Its probably the most misunderstood topic in audio. Of course, most of the confusion comes from manufacturers playing games with the term. Anyway, I think your videos are fantastic. You make sure to cover everything, even if it takes several videos.

[@greenharvestproductions6743]

Thank you very much for the information

[@dnguyen4035]

I have this working fine for 1 week then suddenly all the fx buttons of all channels can no longer be used to increase or decrease the effects. Instead it cranks up or shutdown the volume of the channel. And no matter what fx I selext, it creates a very long echo sound. The fx mute button no longer mute the fx but mute the sound volume out. Don't know how to solve it yet 😥😓.

[@AaronBowley]

Is it true this board does not support multitrack recording ?? Through usb everything just gets lumped into a stereo master ?? I keep hearing this and that makes me sad , this would be the perfect mixer with multitrack

[@dw9495]

Yep unfortunately, it only has stereo outs

[@matte3121]

Top notch tutorial. 5 star

[@graysonkemp8870]

So how would you use this with an analog compressor if you’re recording rock music? I’m still trying to work the routing of all this in my brain.

[@RedSunofNW]

the 16v3 or 12v3 has many out ports. Can it send audio to all of them at the same time?

[@djjamminm]

What cable do I need for line jn 3-8 to add more laptops desktops or cd players. I have regular 1/4 to my one desktop in the line ins, but what do I need for those other channels?? Thanks

[@MUAHMAD-wd4lh]

Good evening (PROFX16V2 OR PROFX16V3) Does a sub group -outputs have an echo and FX effect?

[@comradecat1859]

Would love to know which stand you are using ???

[@musicisbest1565]

I seem to have issues in logic where my drum track feeds into my armed track. I set my inputs to 1&2 on my Mac for recording. And 3&4 when I want to capture audio into osb. I like hearing my software plugins while recording as well when I record for inspiration. HELP Lol

[@expertisland]

Anything you don't want to record goes to 1-2. Anything you do want to record goes to 3-4.

[@rickwstudios2955]

I can’t get a clean mic signal. It’s either there’s an effect on the track or it’s off completely (muted). Any tips?

[@jacepawlak]

I just bought this board. I took it to two gigs and I would only get sound out of the left mains and the RUDE SOLO light was flashing. So I'm looking online to find out what that means. This video literally talked about everything this machine does except the one thing I was trying to learn. Every single other button, knob, light, or switch was explained except what I'm here for. Sheesh! :)

[@expertisland]

You have one of the solo buttons pushed down on one of the channels prioritizing the channels audio

[@jacepawlak]

@@expertisland i did. Thank you. I learned alot of other great stuff watching your whole video. Thank you. :)

[@TrungTran-yk2no]

Hello ,Cho mình hỏi mixer này sản xuất bên made in usa hay bên made in china vạy bạn

[@isaacmejia9856]

Hi, will you be getting the new JBL IRX108BT speaker? If so, when will you have it in stock?

[@billsleight112]

How do I use non powered monitors with this board?

[@haroldali5268]

Sir can I use Auxilary out for floor monitors

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

Thanks for this. I'm considering buying one to replace my old Tascam 2600. Are there any drawbacks you found on this mixer? EDIT: Yes! See my next post above.

[@geneshow9274]

We can Pay instalment via pay bright your stuff?

[@geekfoolish]

Great video!

[@bobc.5698]

How do you turn phantom power off and on for each channel?

[@moneybeatz01]

Can these power passive speakers

[@elishpeter]

We get fx in aux output ????

[@jacobm7421]

So can I record a whole band at once in my daw, to multiple instruments and vocals. Or do you have to use it 1 track at time?

[@JuanDiaz-qj6bj]

Only a total of two tracks to your daw, Left and Right. If you want a mixer that can multitrack I’d suggest something like the soundcraft signature 12 mtk.

[@jacobm7421]

@@JuanDiaz-qj6bj why did mackie even include it then. That seems kinda pointles.

[@JuanDiaz-qj6bj]

jacob m include what exactly??

[@jacobm7421]

@@JuanDiaz-qj6bj why include a way to record at all if you can't use all imputs.

[@jacobm7421]

@@JuanDiaz-qj6bj inputs*

[@sushantasmusic2452]

How do we record in multiple tracks from ProFx16V3 into a DAW tool, say Waveform ? All I am getting inside my Waveform is just one channel (Says Input 1+2). Isn't there a way to record the Sub1/2 and Sub3/4 separately as different tracks in Waveform ? If possible, can you please let me know how to achieve that ?

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

I don't use Waveform, I use Cakewalk. But I don't see how this can be done. I connect SUB 1 and 2 to my soundcard's inputs so I can record guitar and vocals, but separately albeit to different tracks in my DAW.

[@obxbeach3985]

why in the world no EQ ??????? gotta have for monitors. I use all the time for my ProFX 8 & 12 V2's grrrrrrr

[@techmidea]

Great review! Where is your store located?

[@luisvidal1]

How can a get recording software/plug-in packages for my profx16 v2? I have downloaded "Audacity" for my PC but didn't work as i thought. This past week has been frustrating trying to record guitars and vocals with my mackie mixer. Thanks

[@expertisland]

visit mackie website for your mixer look at the tabs the mixer includes tracktion software. mackie.com/products/profxv2-effects-mixers

[@niteboatermusic]

great video and thanks for making it! Two questions - 1. do the effects support tap tempo 2. can you assign more than one effect per channel?

[@ultrajayme]

I think you can have two or three per channel (can't remember) and you can save up to 6 patch presets to recall for any session. Idk about tap tempo but my guess is no

[@cabandsorchestras3626]

This is an analog board. You can choose only 1 fx at a time. There are no presets to save. Only the manual adjustment each time you use...

[@bbbro34]

I like the 4-band subs on the V2...and I do like the EQ on V2, which is great for mixing out to CD.

[@AKEVELFAN]

Do you sell the angled stand the mixer is sitting on at beginning of video?

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

It's a laptop stand available from Amazon here in the UK.

[@MADhausProductionz]

@@marmadukewinterbotham2599 WHAT MAKE IS IT PLEASE. I CAN'T SEEM TO FIND 1 AS BIG?

[@dpapaioannow]

i wish that all 8 mono channels were combo jacks with high z

[@M..M]

Is ProFX16v3 compatible with M1 Mac Mini running macOS 11 ?

[@scar9267]

Did you try it yet?

[@Za_Vas]

does this work for drum set mics (im just making sure)

[@expertisland]

I just replied to your Question in my latest Q&A Video here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnXKaXRtn8tqpLs

[@kerryewen3624]

Get a stable table , making me dizzy, other than that excellent presentation

[@dragonv7863]

how many inputs will this mixer show in DAW?

[@kerrymongan2202]

It seems to be only two. Thats no good for home recording. My Mackie mixer 1620i has wirefire 16 in

[@jlclaybourne_drums]

Very informative. Thank you sir... Curious how you would mic up a 5 piece kit (10 mics total) with a Mackie ProFX16v3, Focusrite 18i8 (interface), and a Focusrite Scarlett Octopre (ADAT)

[@edenle1953]

You reviewing your hand and your mouth. i can't understand how to works the VOCAL MIC Effects reverbs etc.

[@gilleslemire7841]

G.E.Lemire thank you for your reviews great help...one question may i plug my mackie mixer profx12 to my zoom r16 and record our music that come out of the main of my mixer cheers

[@gerry720]

Bought one today...it no longer comes with Pro Tools First

[@ivanravello5687]

///// greetings , shame does not come with bluetooth nor RCA inputs ////

[@mulyadiadi3590]

Harga berapa juta

[@YandiswaJames]

Can I get it

[@SaveManWoman]

Is this still the way to go in 2023? I can’t stand digital affects. Anything better than this out there ?

[@expertisland]

I am still a big fan of the ProFx-V3 Line, I us a Profx10V3 everyday for youtube, There is one next to me for the past Year.

[@davidoconnor393]

Hello sir I'm going Rollins around with everybody cuz I'm trying to order a new chip for this Mackie 12 1000 watt on the last four of the PCB being 2204-02 revision-c00. It is Mark you for under circuit board and in the schematics and it TDA 8954 th is on the schematic and it's also on the trip itself. This chip sits under hdw1 IC clamp. And if you have a part number of 204-3010 I find it difficult that I have all the parts for the screws in the little metal pieces but no electrical values are manufacturers on the schematics electrically speaking.. in fact it's easier to know the type and values of screws and it isn't your electrical components with their schematics and manual... Is a 24-pin chip 12 handling low frequency and the other 12 on the other side of the chip handling high frequency it has something to do with the amplifier limiter thermal protection circuitry. As the left side of the chip is producing high frequency spine and is undisturbed but the right side of the chips so scorching and some of the little arms are burned up and it's not producing output for low frequency.. more time is being wasted on trying to gather who the manufacturer is and it's electrical rating or name for exact replacement then it seems to even be worth fixing this thing or the time it would actually take to fix it with the materials and information are known

[@expertisland]

It's your Call, But I personally would not service past sliders and knobs, I would have Mackie work on the board.

[@GROCMUSICCO]

It doesn't have actual 16 channels. BS! What I consider 16 channels.

[@Jonobueno]

Thanks!