Mackie 802-VLZ3 8-Ch. Compact Recording/SR Mixer

February 8th, 2010 | Author: Guitar Man

Manufacturer: Mackie
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Product Description

The ultra-compact 802-VLZ3 Premium 8-Channel Mic/Line Mixer builds on the legacy of Mackie?s top-selling VLZ mixers. Three studio-grade XDR2? (Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps and proprietary 3-band Active EQ give the 802-VLZ3 its high-headroom, low-noise functionality. Its super-sleek, extra-rugged steel chassis is packed with an extensive feature set, including 5 full channel strips, a dedicated Stereo Return channel, a comprehensive control room section, phantom power for condenser mics, and bright 12-segment stereo meters. The 802-VLZ3 delivers the same phenomenal sound and performance that makes the makes the 1604-VLZ3 prized in studios and on stages around the globe.

Product Details

Ultra-compact 8-channel mixer with low noise, high-headroom VLZ3 design
3 studio-grade XDR2 Extended Dynamic Range mic preamps
130dB dynamic range
Ultra-wide 60dB gain range
Extended low frequency response

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Superb Mixing quality!

Review Date: January 20, 2010

Reviewer: Conduct, Oakland, CA

I was looking to upgrade my previous Behringer mixer of 6 years. I did some research and was eye balling a Yamaha usb mixer. I went to my local music store for the Yamaha and none were in stock. Debating whether I should in-store order the Yamaha the sales rep asked me what I was looking for in a mixer and I replied "Better quality than my Behringer" He then told me about Mackie's top notch quality. Now I've been to a couple of professional studios that have Mackie and a recording class I took in College used them, It never occurred to me that I could afford one for my home studio. The Mackie 802-VLZ3 fit within my budget so I bought it, knowing I'd return it if I wasn't satisfied.

I brought it home hooked it up and listened to music 2 hours straight, extremely pleased with the quality and low noise of this unit. Mabye it was the difference from my old mixer that wowed me but it was definitely worth the 2hundred I spent. I highly recommend a great pair of studio quality head phones or monitors to accompany this mixer if you don't have already. It also comes with a free 'Tracktion' recording software.

Now if only they can have usb connectivity for the same price!

Outstanding small mixer

Review Date: November 25, 2009

Reviewer: Frank Haas, Daytona Beach, FL United States

I am relatively new to professional audio with my budding voice-over operation and small home recording studio. I read about a variety of mixers. There are many models and most do essentially the same things. What sold me (other than the extensive feature list) was a YouTube video in which Mackie engineers tortured the 802-VLZ3 and several other makes of similar smaller mixers. When the 802-VLZ3 survived being driven over by a Jeep and the others didn't, I was sold. For my home studio, the 802-VLZ3 has plenty of inputs and capabilities. The mike preamp is virtually noise-free. The controls are solid and smooth. The connectors are robust and solid. Everything has a solid feel. It's quality through and through. In the few months that I've used the mixer I have enjoyed trouble-free operation. I have yet to exceed its capabilities and my recordings come out great. This Mackie mixer is a solid performer and a great first mixer for the home recording newbie.

Solid mixer

Review Date: January 11, 2009

Reviewer: R. Cantrell, KC MO

The mixer is nice and solidly built and seems to work good. I have never
used a mixer before so some of the functions were a little confusing by reading the manual.

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