MACKIE ONYX8 - 8-Channel Mixer

MACKIE MESA ONYX8 - 8-channel mixer

The Mackie Onyx8 is a premium 8-channel analog mixer designed to deliver professional performance for live performance, home recording, and content creation. It features four high-gain, studio-quality Onyx preamps with an ultra-low-noise design, plus two additional stereo inputs for instruments or line sources. Its DSP effects engine includes reverbs, delays, and modulations with up to six customizable presets, and the three-band, hard-bypassed British-style Perkins EQ delivers classic, musical tones. 24-bit/96 kHz USB multitrack recording and direct stereo SD card recording/playback allow you to capture and play back your mix without a computer. Everything is controlled via a full-color TFT display and intuitive rotary encoder, complete with Bluetooth connectivity for playing reference or backing tracks. Built on a “Built-Like-A-Tank™” metal chassis and featuring QuickGrip™ side cheeks, the Onyx8 delivers portability, reliability, and sonic quality in a compact form factor.

Main features

• 8 analog channels: 4 mic/line XLR+TRS with 48 V phantom + 2 stereo pairs of line input.
• 4 Onyx preamps: 0–60 dB gain with ultra-low dynamic range.
• Perkins 3-band equalizer: with hard bypass switch on each mono channel.
• Multitrack USB recording: up to 24 bit/96 kHz Mac/PC compatible without drivers.
• SD Recording/Playback: 24-bit/96 kHz stereo directly to SD card.
• Built-in DSP processor: reverbs, delays, chorus and more, with six storable presets.
• Color TFT display: FX navigation, SD files and system parameters.
• Bluetooth®: Wireless streaming for reference tracks.
• “Built-Like-A-Tank™” metal chassis: --- Rugged and reliable with QuickGrip™ side cheeks for protection and transport.
• Studio Command interface: dedicated rotary knob and buttons for managing FX and recording path.

User benefits

• Professional sound quality with low-noise preamps and British EQ.
• Versatile workflow with simultaneous recording to USB and SD without a computer.
• Built-in effects eliminate the need for external processors.
• Intuitive, visual control thanks to the full-color display and Studio Command.
• Compact and durable, ideal for touring, mobile studios and home studios.

Use cases

• Band recording, podcasts, and live streams.
• Live sound system for small venues, conferences, and corporate events.
• Multimedia content production with simple multitrack recording paths.
• Mobile installations requiring lightweight and reliable equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need a computer to record? No, thanks to direct recording/playback on an SD card, you have complete independence.
• How many effects can I store? Up to six customizable FX presets in the built-in DSP engine.
• Does Bluetooth work as an audio input? Yes, you can play wireless tracks on any stereo channel.
• What software is included? Comes with a trial version of Pro Tools | First and Waveform™ OEM.

Description for projects

Mackie Onyx8 8-channel mixer, 4 Onyx 0–60 dB preamps, USB multitrack 24 bit/96 kHz, integrated SD, DSP, Perkins EQ, color TFT, Bluetooth, metal chassis.