MackieMix Series Mix8 8-Channel Mixer, Black

Let me tell you about this Mixer. If you're looking for a device that will mix together 3 devices for monitoring or output, without any audio noise, this is the device you want.The price point is a little high for some, but you get what you pay for, especially if you want an introductory sound mixer. It has all the useful features you'd need to mix your audio together for monitoring or output, and requires hardly any tuning once you set it up right.Since it is a 5-Channel mixer, you basically only can plug in 3 devices total (and can cheat in 2 audio devices with the Tape setting with no sound control). Device one is set up to be your Mic (XLR) / Line in (1/4 or 6.35mm), Device 2 (2/3) is Left Mono (1/4 or 6.35mm) & Right Mono (1/4 or 6.35mm), and Device 3 (4/5) which are the same as Device 2.You have your Main Out which would mix the 3 Device above to a L and R Mono to (1/4 or 6.35mm), Then you have Phones (Headphones) which you can use to Monitor in Stereo with a (1/4 or 6.35mm).Of course there's also the Tape Setting which you can mix out or listen too with White and Red RCA and you can slot in 2 tape devices, but the mixer has no control over the audio volume or levels, and you can press a button to output to Phones or Main Out.The drawback to this devicve is that it controls both L and R audio at the same time on the device you slot into, if your trying to control the audio levels seperately you'd have to slot into a different device slot, but after that everything works perfectly out of the box, once you adjust the settings to how you like it.This compact mixer doesn't have a power switch, but for anyone thinking about unplugging it when not in use, you really don't have too, the device doesn't get too warm, and unplugging a device like this that doesn't have a power switch can actually lead to damage over time if you keep power cycling it that way.I bought this for streaming to mix down my Computer Audio and my TV audio into one device for my headphones and its worked like a charm. If you're looking to do the same you'll have to buy a few adapters and extra cables, but its well worth it.This was the third mixer I tried and a lot of the cheaper mixers I found on Amazon had weird audio hum/distortions that you couldn't remove even by adjusting the settings. This device worked out of the box with no distortions or audio interfearence.I highly recommend this device if you're looking for an easy to set up entry mixer.

Used this for a 2 DJ setup where we could mix between controllers so both DJs were performing at the same time and matching the other's beats and music while mixing.The item itself has pretty good heft and weight to it. I'm not sure if that means it's higher quality but it sure does feel like it. The controls are smooth and accurate. The 3-band EQ provides excellent control, and the entire unit adds a cleaner and amplified output stage. Basically it's able to amp the signal coming out of the controllers to a higher output level. This is good because we were able to add in Microphones, and get all the levels perfect and clean.The 8-channel version adds a lot of versatility for a DJ setup - you can run external mics, feed out to your main speakers and also to a separate area using the Control Room (CR) outputs while being able to adjust levels on both independently. You can also run your audio out (Tape Out) to a recording device, or to a videographers rig pretty easily.Overall, flexibility, control, and sound quality was very nice. I see complaints about the lack of a power button, but for DJs or for a band, at what point would you want this turned off and on during a performance anyway? Also keep in mind that this doesn't have XLR outputs, but according to the manual the 1/4" outs are TRS (balanced).

Mackie Mix 8 is definitely High Quality Mixer - never disappoints. I've bought 2 of these in the past 3 yrs due to it's size (fits in my digital dj case along side of my Pioneer DDJ SB3 very easily. The well built casing is great for doing performances or in the studio. It survives wear and tear, and gives you that Mackie high quality sound. I use 6 of the 8 input/outputs to power 2 Laptops, a DJ Controller and 2 micophones when gigging with a guitar player. The best part about the sound is that it is one of the few small mixers that still give you all 3 sound knobs (High/Mid/Low). Most do NOT have Mid anymore and it makes a world of a difference. Only thing is no on/off switch, but i bypass that with my multi unit outlet switch that it plugs into. Great buy!