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Mackie Onyx 820i

Item ID: Onyx820i

8-channel Stereo Mixer/Audio Interface with Three Onyx Mic Preamps, 3-band Channel EQ, and 24-bit/96kHz FireWire Connection

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Mackie-quality Mixer with FireWire

The Mackie Onyx 820i FireWire recording mixer gives you the power to mix on a familiar, classic analog console while sending audio to your computer via a fast, reliable FireWire interface. Certified by Mackie for use with all major DAW software, the Onyx 820i opens up a new world of options for anyone interested in computer recording. In addition to an ultra-high quality 24-bit/96kHz FireWire recording interface, the Onyx 820i mixer offers proven analog features like boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps, classic "British-style" Perkins EQ, and pre/post assignable aux sends, all of which can be flexibly routed via FireWire. The Onyx 820i is a better way to record!





Mackie Onyx 820i FireWire Mixer at a Glance:
  • Premium-quality mixer with proven components
  • 24-bit/96kHz FireWire audio interface
  • Pro features and I/O options

Premium-quality mixer with proven components
The Onyx 820i is, first and foremost, a Mackie mixer. It houses three of Mackie's premium-quality Onyx mic preamps for natural, transparent sound. Its mic/line channels are equipped with 3-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids. Signal routing is easy and flexible. On top of all that, the Onyx 820i is built Mackie-tough.

24-bit/96kHz FireWire audio interface
The digital side of the Onyx 820i is equally robust. Mackie has tested and certified the Onyx 820i for use with all major DAW software. It allows you to send channels, aux sends, or master L/R signals discretely to your Mac or PC for recording. The Onyx 820i also routes a stereo return from your DAW to a control room or to a channel for further mixing. You'll be impressed by how smoothly the Onyx 820i integrates with your favorite software!

Pro features and I/O options
The Onyx 820i includes the tools you'd expect from a quality mixer. Phantom power is available for each of the three Onyx preamps. The first two channels include DIs for direct connection of guitars and other instruments. A talkback section offers a built-in mic and flexible routing. All in all, the Mackie Onyx 820i is the ideal solution for both mixing and computer recording!


Mackie Onyx 820i FireWire Mixer Features:
  • 8-channel premium analog mixer with integrated 24-bit/96kHz FireWire I/O
  • Qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs
  • Three Onyx boutique-quality mic preamps
  • 3-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids on mic/line channels
  • 3-band Perkins EQ on stereo line channels
  • Hybrid mono/stereo channel with 4-band Perkins EQ with sweepable mids
  • Flexible FireWire routing, including aux sends and pre/post EQ assignment for all channels
  • Stereo playback from DAW, returned to control room or into channel for integration into mix
  • 2 aux sends with pre/post assignment
  • Built-in DI on first two channels for direct connection of guitars, bass, etc.
  • Individual 48V phantom power switches on all mic inputs
  • Talkback section with built in mic and flexible routing
  • "Planet Earth" switching power supply for worldwide use
  • Optional rack kit available

For mixing and computer recording, you can't beat the Mackie Onyx 820i!
Specification Detail
Type Analog
Channels 8
Inputs - Mic Preamps 2 x XLR (CH 1-2), 1 x XLR (CH 3-4 Stereo)
Inputs - Line 2 x 1/4" (CH 1-2), 2 x 1/4" (CH 3-4 Stereo), 2 x RCA (Tape)
Inputs - Other No Other Inputs
Outputs - Main 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
Outputs - Direct 2 x 1/4" (CNTL-RM), 2 x 1/4" (ALT 3-4)
Outputs - Other 2 x RCA (Tape)
Headphones 1 x 1/4"
Send/Return I/O 2 x 1/4" (Send), 4 x 1/4" (Return)
Phantom Power 3 (CH 1-3/4)
EQ Bands 3-band Sweepable Mid (CH 1-2), 4-band (CH 3-4 Stereo), 3-band (CH 5-8 Stereo)
Aux Sends 1-2 Pre/Post
Busses/Groups Alt 3-4
Faders No Faders
Channel Inserts Yes (CH 1-2)
Effects No Effects
Talkback No Talkback
Computer Connectivity 2 x FireWire
Rackmountable Yes (Optional)
Height 3.8"
Depth 14.2"
Width 9"
Weight 10 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 0031419-00

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Reviews

based on 8 reviews

Awesome

by Adam Thompson from NY
August 3, 2011
Music Background:
After much planning and talking with my incrediblky patient sales rep (Steven Chamoun), I finally bought this neat little interface/mixer.
I am absolutely blown away with how user-friendly this... read more [+] thing is, and how clear the sound is.
I was planning on buying a bigger Onyx (1620 or 1220) but even this 8 channel has more features than I'll need.

I only wish I had more free time to use it. close [-]

Sweet tool from Sweetwater

by Al Harper from Chillicothe, Ohio
October 1, 2010
Music Background: Songwriter, Pro Musician, Home Studio Engineer
The sales guy was great answering my questions, placed the order around noon and the mixer arrived the next day. Sweet! Great service! Now about the 820i Onyx. I have been recording through an Q10... read more [+] Aardvark for about 7 years on Win Xp, had read on the internet that there were problems. Not on my PC. I even left my Aardvark card in the PCI slot just disabled it in the control panel. The 820i installed quickly and worked flawlessly and sounds great. The CPU performance meter is running nice and low with ideal buffer settings. One more very important note. Sweetwater's price was as good as or better than any others I saw and they let me buy it on 3 payments. Sweet, Sweetwater! close [-]

Just what I needed

by from Tokyo Japan
March 7, 2010
Music Background: Musician/Student
Perfect for home recording studio set ups! Definitely gets the job done! effects are great! easy to use, and it's FireWire... What more can I say? If you don't want to take my word for it, ask your sa... read more [+]les engineer about it... It's exactly what i needed... close [-]

Machie Onyx 820i -- Great Piece

by McStein from Florida
March 11, 2013
Music Background: Pro Musician
Works well as a FrieWire interface for ProTools.
The preamps sound very clean (my first set of Onyx preamps).
They are good for what they are, but do not replace any solid out-board prea... read more [+]mps.
The EQ is good and covers a wide enough range of frequencies.

This is a good tracking device for DI instruments.
I use it on electric bass mostly. close [-]

work good with my mac pro.

by Star from Rapid City, SD USA
February 23, 2013
Music Background: Hobbyist
Works with my Mac Pro, going to get a Mac Mini so I can do work out of my studio. It is Light my presonus 16.4.2 is not light to move about.
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