MACKIE DL16SE - 16-Channel Wireless Digital Mixer

MACKIE DL16SE – 16-Channel Wireless Digital Mixer

The Mackie DL16SE is a 16-channel wireless digital rack/stage mixer designed to deliver professional processing power and legendary “Built-Like-A-Tank” reliability. Connect the DL16SE to your Wi-Fi router and control every mixing parameter from the Master Fader SE app on up to 20 devices simultaneously (iOS, Android, macOS, Windows). It features 16 Onyx+ preamps with 4-band parametric EQ, high-pass filters, gate, compression, and RTA/Spectrograph per channel; 8 assignable XLR outputs; 4 stereo effects buses with reverbs, delays, chorus, and more; and a 16x16 multitrack USB audio interface for studio-quality recording and playback. Ideal for live performance, multitrack recording, in-ear monitoring, and mobile AV environments, the DL16SE offers flexible workflow, editable presets, and complete wireless control.

Main features

• Rack/stage format with integrated handle for transport
• 16 Onyx+ preamps with +60 dB of gain and 4-band parametric EQ per channel
• HPF filters on inputs and LPF filters on outputs, gating, compression and integrated RTA/Spectrograph
• 4 independent studio-quality stereo effects buses (reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, etc.)
• 8 assignable XLR outputs + headphone output; full A/B routing per channel
• 16-in/16-out multitrack USB 2.0 interface, 24-bit/48 kHz recording
• Wireless control via Master Fader SE on up to 20 simultaneous devices
• Limited access for artists to adjust monitors without affecting the main mix
• Assignable oscillator (pink/white noise, sine wave) and vintage/modern options for comp/EQ
• Waveform OEM software and Waveform Essentials plug-ins included

Product benefits

• Total control from anywhere: Adjust the mix wirelessly FOH, entering the room or on stage.
• High-quality processing: Dedicated DSP on each channel and bus to maintain fidelity intact.
• Recording and live sound: 16×16 interface and multitrack recording for rehearsal and virtual soundcheck.
• Efficient collaboration: Up to 20 users with independent views and permissions for personalized monitoring.
• Quick setup: Factory and user presets, mix snapshots, and backup via Dropbox or email.

Use cases

• Concerts and tours where the FOH and the desk need to be located in different areas.
• Direct-to-computer multitrack recording for podcast and music production.
• Custom in-ear monitoring for artists in real time.
• Traveling AV installations: conferences, corporate events and presentations.
• Virtual soundchecks and remote rehearsals with previews of backing tracks.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I connect the DL16SE to my network? Use an Ethernet cable to your Wi-Fi router of choice (not included) and open Master Fader SE.
• Can I record while applying effects? Yes, effects are incorporated into 16x16 multitrack recording.
• What devices are supported? iOS 13+, Android 7+, Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+.
• How do I restrict musician access? Master Fader SE allows you to restrict critical functions and create custom views.
• Are software and plug-ins included? Yes, Waveform OEM and the DAW Essentials™ bundle with 16 plug-ins.

Description for projects

16-channel rack-mount digital mixer with Onyx+ preamps, 4-band EQ, gate, compression, RTA/Spectrograph, 4 stereo effects buses, 8 XLR outputs, 16x16 USB interface, wireless control for 20 devices, A/B routing, built-in oscillator, 1U rack format.