Mackie DL16S – 16-channel digital rack mixer with 16 Onyx+ recallable mic preamps, built-in Wi-Fi, and 16x16 USB audio interface. It offers professional mixing, wireless control via Master Fader app, and high-resolution audio for live and studio use. On board, there is a rich effects section with 4-band PEQ, compression, RTA, 13 output buses, and extensive performance functions.
Mackie DL16S is an environment for sound creation designed for exploration. It features 16 stereo-linkable inputs with full processing, from simple setups to complex live productions. Flexible routing with subgroups, VCAs, 4 FX processors, and app control enables a wide range of configurations – including new features for the Mackie ecosystem.
Processing is deeply integrated: gate, compression, EQ on every channel, MIDI I/O support, multi-platform app control. Recording can be done in real-time via USB – for automatic multitracking of sources. The mixer offers up to 20 simultaneous devices, snapshot recall, and advanced triggering conditions.
KEY FEATURES
- 16 Onyx+ recallable mic preamps
- 16 stereo-linkable input channels with 4-band PEQ + HPF, gate, compression, RTA
- 13 output buses, 6 VCAs, 6 mute groups
- 4 stereo FX processors
- Built-in Wi-Fi for multi-platform control (up to 20 devices)
- 16x16 USB 2.0 audio interface (24-bit/48kHz)
- Master Fader app for iOS, Android, Mac, Windows
- Snapshot recall and parameter locks
- Rack-mountable 3U design
- Built-Like-A-Tank™ reliability
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: Digital Rack Mixer
- Channels: 16
- Inputs - Mic Preamps: 16 x XLR
- Phantom Power: 48V
- Inputs - Line: 16 x 1/4" TRS
- Outputs - Main: 10 x XLR balanced
- Aux Outputs: 13 buses
- Buses/Groups: 13 output buses, 6 VCAs, 6 mute groups
- Headphone Output: 1 x 1/4" TRS
- USB: 1 x Type B (16x16 interface)
- Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0, Wi-Fi
- MIDI: In/Out
- Faders: Digital (app control)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/48 kHz
- Effects: 4 stereo FX processors
- Signal Processing: Onyx+ preamps, PEQ, compression, gate
- Software: Master Fader app
- Rackmountable: Yes (3U)
- Dimensions: 19" W x 3.5" H x 8" D
- Weight: 11.2 lbs






