Sound test of the Mackie ProFX6v3 6-Channel Pro Effects Mixer with USB
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- Mackie ProFXv3 Series, 6-Channel Professional Effects Mixer with USB, Onyx Mic Preamps, and GigFX effects engine - Unpowered (ProFX6v3)
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ProFXv3 Professional Effects Mixers with USB
Designed for maximum versatility making it perfect for live sound, home recording, content creation, and live streaming.
Mackie ProFXv3 Series mixers are the ultimate affordable solution for live, home recording, and content creators. Everything you love about the series has been dialed up to 11. Best-in-class sound quality, versatility, and reliability that will have you hugging your mixer on a regular basis.
Now with Onyx mic preamps that offer 60db of headroom, 24 built-in FX, and more. Record your tracks in 24-Bit/192kHz quality with 2x4 USB I/O and zero-latency hardware monitoring. Both Pro Tools® | First and Waveform™ OEM recording software/plug-in packages are included.
Legendary performance for stage, studio, and beyond - ProFXv3 Series Mixers are available in 6, 10, 12, 22, and 30 channel models.
Renowned Onyx Mic Preamps
- Equipped with 2 Onyx Mic Pres offering up to 60db of gain and ultra-low noise performance
- Perfect for microphones popular with content creators that require high-gain preamps
High-Resolution GigFX™ Effects Engine
- With 24 different FX options, from reverbs to delays, adding some drama to your sound is easy
24-Bit/192kHz 2x4 USB Recording Interface
- Lay down your tracks in incredible 24-Bit / 192kHz quality for the cleanest recordings possible
- 2x4 USB I/O allows you to create two custom mixes on your computer to send back into the mixer, great for situations when you need to monitor specific tracks during playback in addition to the full mix
Effortless Latency-Free Monitoring
- With a single knob, you can blend between monitoring your computers output and a direct feed from the mixer
- Great for recording overdubs alongside a pre-recorded track
The Essential Mixing Tools You Need
- 2-band EQ (80Hz and 12kHz) on channels 1/2
- Hi-Z switches allow direct connection of guitars, basses, and other instruments
- 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels
- Line inputs on channel 3/4
- Stereo 1/8" input on channel 5/6
- Headphone output with separate level and blend control
Record and Produce Like a Pro
- Pro Tools® | First and Waveform™ OEM professional software and plugin packages included
- The Musician Collection for ProTools | First includes 23 plugins like BBD -Delay, Eleven Lite, 304E EQ, and 304C Compressor (requires a free subscription to Pro Tools | First)
- The DAW Essentials Collection™ for Waveform™ OEM includes 16 powerful plugins like Equaliser, Compressor, Reverber8, and Limiter
* Requires new free subscription to ProTools | First
Signature Rugged Design
- Legendary Mackie "Built-Like-A-Tank" design
- Solid steel chassis protects your investment
- Tough ABS side protection
Specifications
Total Inputs: 6
Mono Mic/Line Inputs: 2
Stereo Line: 2
Mic Preamp: 2
Channel EQ: 2-Band Fixed
Outputs
Main Outputs: XLR and 1/4"
Main Meters: 2 x 8
Level Controls: Rotary Pots
Internal FX: Stereo 24 Presets
Power Supply: External 100-240 VAC
Dimensions: (H x W x D) 2.8" x 7.5" x 8.4" (71mm x 191mm x 213mm)
Weight: 2.6 lb / 1.2 kg
Warranty: Comes with 1-year manufacturer warranty
Accessories: Protective Bag (sold separately)
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That’s a great comprehensive review on a product I was already leaning towards getting! Seems to have all the bells and whistles and being 24bit/192khz, it can totally replace your focusrite, steinberg, etc. Most of these smaller units are 16 bit. I think it’s important to note that with the USB, this is also a perfect unit to use with your IPad, as many of us use these days. Looking very forward to picking one of these up!
Just purchased this mixer from Microcenter this evening. Online checking with thr pros, before I set it up for the first time. THIS is always better than the Manual. So thank you for a very detailed and clear review.
Thank you very much. I just took mine out of the box, so I could do everything you did along with you and everything worked just like in your video!
I am going to get one for myself, what a review !!! loved it.
My office just sent me one of these because I sometimes record voiceovers for the small vids I work for them for social media... I've NEVER worked or learned anything about sound design, engineering, and/or similar... Time to learn I guess lol. Thank you for the informative video!
Thank you for this awesome review. Very detail and clear.
Thanks buddy!! It’s was so helpful.
I am a beginner with this type of stuff. This video was excellent. Thank you.
You're very welcome!
Brilliant presentation, thank you
Excellent Explanation! Thanks!!
Great work!!!
Thank you! Very helpful!
Great video my brother! I am going to buy one ! Thanks so much,
Thank you very much! That was extremely helpful!
You're welcome! and Thank You for Watching.
Hi sir. Great review. Did you use any editing on the audio coming from the soundboard? It sounds loud enough and clean. Thanks. I’m looking to get this for my live stream as well. My problem with my previous one is the volume of the mixer was too low on my stream.
@expert island Great review! Do you have to use it always with power supply included or USB connection works as Power as well?
Awesome 👏
Hi I’m Nadia nice to meet you 👍👍👍
Great review. I received one yesterday and your review clarifies so much.. I am still wondering how do get their software? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I have been looking at one of these for a few days now to replace my Scarlett Solo interface that I’ve had for years and after looking at Reverb, Guitar Center etc they were all $150 or more with shipping when used and over $200 with shipping brand new. I randomly found one in perfect condition at an online store that’s closing down for $109 with free shipping and I was so excited. I’m looking forward to finally recording in stereo and with the Harp being such a tricky instrument to track and capture, I’m super eager to see what all it can do once it arrives Friday! ❤
salut pour un micro pour enregistrer votre harp essayez de vous trouver ce model de micro cardioïde pas besoin de 48v le model ci va vraiment aller chercher dans les moindres détails de votre scène sonore, une dynamique de fou! :o un micro extraordinaire c'est le Micro Beyerdynamic M88TG - C-E-C
Bien à vous :) et si vous trouvez dites-moi ce que vous en avez pensée, je vous souhaite une bonne fin de journée :) sinon je vous conseille de jouer aussi avec des VST sur votre ordinateur, pour les utiliser en mastering prenez le logiciel équalizer APO
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Hi. Great Vid. I’m an old Mackie Fan from non stop gigs in the 90’s-early 00’s. Dumb Question: does the Pro Tools software come as a separate item in the box such as USB/CD, or is it literally built into the unit and activates itself once connected via USB to my laptop? Looking to buy one for Audio Interface purposes. Thanks
Oh I thought you were going to try all effects... I would have loved that so we can check how they sound before buying
Hi Robin, you are doing a good job. Thanks for this. Hey I have an old Mackie Pro FX 12 V2, When I recording through USB to my Garageband, it is getting high nice and and also a very low audio signal!, is this like that usually or my machine has a fault? please help.
Can you use the 5/6 line in for using a Rode Wireless Go? Also can it be used with OBS on a MAC?
I want this!
Just purchased this mixer from Sweetwater. I’m not a musician, but have a Peavy 1,000 watt 15 inch sub, with a Harbinger Aps 8. Nice little setup for the shop, and wanted an easier way to control it
For sure, it's a great 👍 mixer for your setup.
I’m on the fence with this. I’ve always used MOTU interfaces AND I’ve always had Mackie mixers. I’m looking at the MOTU M2 as well. I won’t ever use the inputs on either device ( Sold off most of my hardware and synths last year) BUT I’m looking to use a pair of JBL powered speakers that have XLR inputs. The bus power and footprint of the MOTU is nice but it has only unbalanced outs. The Mackie is cheaper than the MOTU and has the XLR’s. It also has mixing options if I ever change my current setup. Decisions, decisions.
Great Video, I'm a DJ & I think it would be great for Ceremonies... It will allow audio out through the USB port for my Serato & VDJ DJ programs right? 🤔
Does this and the Mackie ProFX10v3 have the feedback reducer? also would you know if the Yamaha MG10 10-Channel Mixer has a feedback reducer?
And so you are hearing that through your headphones with effects with no delay? It doesn't have to go into the computer? Also would it be possible to plug in outboard gear, like a pre or compressor in before this without using preamps?
So if using strictly as a mixer before a PA in live usage, the Blend knob should be all the way to "Inputs", and for recording, all the way to "USB 1-2" (unless you want to direct monitor in which case you'd blend)?
I would like to have heard all the effects and the parameter range too.
My current interface has live monitoring, but you can't adjust the volume of the input channels when live monitoring. Do you know if I can do that with this unit?
The preamp for the guitar is ridiculously loud, and the preamp for the phantom powered mic is low. So I can't hear myself.... it's super frustrating
Hi im using this as my audio interface how to make the sound go thru speakers? Thank you very much sir
Hello, thanks for this review. My comment is about the USB function. I just tried to connect my Samsung S22 phone using a USB C to B cable into this mixer, then played music on the phone. Well, I can hear the music just great through HEADPHONES but no matter what button or knob I tweak, I just CANNOT play the music on my PA speaker which is connected to the Main Outputs. Duh. I guess I'll keep experimenting. Though, the last time I experimented, I was able to record the Mixer's output on Cakewalk and also listen to loopback using USB 3-4. I suspect cell phones aren't as smart as laptops, haha! But how come the sound comes through great via headphones!!!???
Robin how would you compare this unit to the Numark M6 USB?
For $150.00 bucks you can't go wrong. Going to use mine with my Bose L1 compact to add extra channels. For 2 more Mike's and a possible second guitar as well.
Is it possible to connect a keyboard to a laptop via usb midi. Then from the laptop (using mainstage/DAW sound patches) into this mixer via usb and then out to monitors?
I have tried and can get the audio to come through the headphones but not out to monitors. Maybe I’m doing something wrong?
were can I plug floor monitors 2 active thanks for your help. I what to use for live gigs
Did you use the usb output for taking the video..
Hi sir, i want to use the Mackie to expand the (to little) main mixer in studio. To use inears i want to use the jack outputs of fx6v3 en the left XLR output of the fx6v3 to the main mixer and plug that in the insert of a chanel in the main mixer. Is that possible? And a great review. Thanks.
Hey thanks for the video, I got this mixer as it was recommended by my dad who had one. I use maschine software and couldn't get the audio interface to work how I wanted. Basically, I wanted to use the Profx's built in audio interface, record through channels one and two and use the main outs for my studio monitors. Using the 3-4 usb button will route your PC audio into back into channel 3 and 4 and out the mains, but when I tried to record through just channel 1, it picks up the 3/4 PC audio as well and my audio that was just supposed to be guitar also had the rest of the beat and drums at the same time. Lame. I guess just using this as a mixer and putting the outs into the input of the Maschine Mk3's mixer will work fine, but it's not what I understood was possible with this. I don't think a mixer with a built-in audio interface can ever be a true replacement for a standalone audio interface for this reason. But boy, these preamps are seriously amazing! And the effects are nice to have as well.
Did you find the right settings now? I have same problem.
@@kuifrank İ have a this problem. Did u find the right settings now?
Hi there i want add a Mixer to my Dj gear which one you recommend PROFX6 V3 OR PROFX10 V3 OR RCF 10 XR ? THANKS
Hi i am trying to cue into the headphones. I routed the cue to 3/4 and activated the USB 3/4 button. Does that sound about right?
Question: Can I use a condenser mic with phantom power, 2 pioneer vm80s, dj mixer, and my mac pro together?
Follow up on my comment over a year ago. I tried to use this for recording, got a ton of bleed between the channels and couldn't figure out how to fix it. I gave up on it and bought a PreSonus Studio Live mixer, and haven't had a single issue since. I don't have anything nice to say about the Mackie.
What does hi Z do? I see a high z input on the back of my new EV ZLX G2 pa speaker
I'm not getting any signal on the meters or any sound from the main outs. Any suggestions?
Is it possible to only use one of the “main outs” into an input channel of a mixing board?
I have a mic going into channel 1 and a Roland Handsonic going into channel 2 of the mackie. But from this mackie I need to then run to the band’s master PA. The problem is they only have one input left for me to plug into. If I run just one main out from the left or right channel of the mackie, will the full signal of both the mic and handsonic run to the PA? Or should I perhaps use the “phones” jack instead?
Can anyone tell me if i plug mic into the built in preamp so i can use my guitar pedal for vocals????? I love the space echo on my vocal but i need a pre amp but this mixer looks like it has 1… Great reveiw btw
Hi.. I just want to know do I need a compressor on a mixer. I noticed Mackie FX6V3 doesn't have. Do I really need a compressor? Sorry I a newbie. Trying hard to learn here. Thank you
Great video thank you! I have a question,
When I connected this mixer via USB to my laptop, I cannot listen MY DAW sound or computer sound through the MAIN OUTS, only sound in my headphones.
But, if I connect a mic or instrument in channel 1 or 2, they sound in the MAIN OUTS, but still not sound from pc.
Any idea what can I do?
Is possible to listen PC sounds back through main out?
same problem
Did u find the right settings now?
Yamaha AG06 vs Mackie ProFX6v3?
which is better?
Hi this video is so educational, ahm i just have a question i connect my laptop to the usb, for backing tracks but its not receiving by mackie,?
on your laptop you have 2 options try playing music to ch 1&2 then try 3&4.
1 & 2 is for back track.
What do you think. I just have an Audio Interface, and I m looking for a good small mixer. This mixer or RCF F 6x ? All I have it's RCF Brand, Subs. Speakers, etc. and is very very good quality, sounds cristal clean. So, this Mackie mixer or RCF F 6x ? Thank you.
One thing I wish it had would be an FX memory for the last setting. If you turn the unit off and then back on it defaults back to the first effect. Kind of annoying when using this for live mixer and you have to always remember to pull up the effect you want for your live sound.
Hi Dave. That's weird. Mine holds the FX memory. It has been on "3" for years. Dial in the effect you want then Push the FX dial down to select and hold your setting.
@@steviej.seeley3056ooooh perfect thanks!!!
very helpful thanks! question for you please... are the effects applied to channels 3/4 or just 1/2?
asked Makie - FX only on channels 1&2
That's right
I just picked one of these up, to use as a recording interface and I was also expecting to be able to use it for general audio playback from my pc. The phones out works fine, but I have a pair of studio monitors plugged into the main outs and I can't get any sound through those at all. Any advice I can get would be appreciated.
Same here. I hear my Logic in the phones, as well as a mic in 1 (or 2), but only the mic comes through the monitors. And I can't find a (good) manual to see what I do wrong.
Did u find the right settings now?@@geertdebelder5621
Hello. I am building a home Karaoke system nothing major. Working with my smart TV and home stereo system. How would I connect this specifically to my TV? What wires would I need?
Connects via included usb cable
Can you use a USB b to USB C cable instead of the b to a ?
Can i use this without using computer? Just for karaoke set up? Thanjs
Hello and thanks mucho for this! The manual that ships is basically a combo of all their mixers and not very helpful. I am a drummer primarily (!) so...
I'm not a gear head and never been much for soundboards and mixing. I don't understand how the button works for the effects and would love more info on that. Can you do different effects on different channels? This is not beginner level stuff, but was still very helpful!
Most mixers have only 1 FX processor with lots of options, but because there is only 1 FX processor you can only add 1 type of fx to 1ch or as many as you want, but they will all have the same FX added.
there are some mixers with 2 or dual FX options, and for BIG Money the high end you can add even more.
I’ve gotten mine and it’s working except for 1 thing. When I have channel 3&4 plugged in, it doesn’t seem to be able to pick up anything played through channel 5&6. Is there some setting that I need to do? Your advice will be great help! Thanks!
Hey bro, did you solve that one?
Hey bro, did you solve that one?@@thesiamface
Will it work for mix and minus?
Are the Preamps on this unit good?
my mackie doesn't show up on my computer as a codec
Hello - and THX - and please allow me a question: I'm in the need to record in Logic X two different tracks simultaneously: Track 1 (MONO) from mixer chan 1 (=XLR) and Track 2 (Stereo) from mixer chan 3+4 (6mm). IS THIS POSSIBLE...???
I have a stupid problem. I plug it into channel 1 to record guitar. and the metronome sound also enters my recording. I couldn't fix it in any way..
I have a stupid problem. I plug it into channel 1 to record guitar. and the metronome sound also enters my recording. I couldn't fix it in any way..
I'm wondering if you can help me? I just purchased this mixer and i absolutely love it! My question is this... I know how to hook it up to my phone so i can stream on other apps without needing to USB it through my computer. What I want to do is to be able to hear other people when they come into a box or whatever to talk to me, like when you can add a guest on Facebook live. My problem is i have to switch my Bluetooth earbuds and I'm wanting to just use the headphones i already have plugged into the unit, how can i accomplish this? Thank you
you are trying to set up a "mix minus" using an iRig XLR adapter on your phone via USB-C or whatever your phone has will work with your mixer and hear other people. here is the link for the iRig on Amazon amzn.to/43zIPcc
Hi Can I use a Active Bass on this mxier
Sir in this mixer.. Having any feedback problem will come or not...??
Can I connect a record player to it
If I have 1 speaker with 2 channel inputs, can I plug both outs on this into both ins on the speaker or should I just run one?
no problem there plug both L&R from the mixer to the1 speaker, so you get mixed stereo sound in the one speaker.
I hv connected my shure mic but its not working😞
Hi, i use shure sm 58 wire plug in. why is the main matter light not go up and down like your? gain set to mid way. working find, effect good. Is it only show the main matter indicator for Condenser only? Shure sm 58 is dynamic. Or is my mixer defective
Try it with your speakers and or headphones turned down, make your gain around 75% you level 100% then turn up your main. meters should light up
Does 5/6 3.5 line in offer plugin power?
Does the channel 3/4 play through the main out cause i hooked it up and no sound or whats the output for channel 3/4 is it tht one above it where i plug speaker’s for 3/4?
3/4 button has to be in down position
I dont understand how USB 3-4 section works. For example I select Spotify output as 3-4 in Windows sound settings but nothings playing on that mixer channel. What am I missing here?
Did u find the right settings now?
I'm kinda confused by this (and other mixers). It says it's 6 channels, but to me that's confusing. Channel 1 & 2 are stereo inputs, right? Then channels 3 & 4 are two mono 1/8" inputs, and channels 5 & 6 is one stereo 3.5mm input. Right? So if I think about 'input sources', which in my mind is what I mean by 'channels' in a way, it's one 4 'channels'. I guess there's the USB inputs too, but just thinking of the ones on top of the mixer, to me it seems like 4 'inputs'. Am I right in thinking about it in this way? Cheers!
Ch1 and Ch2 are the main channels you use with microphones, these have the most functions and controls. They are mono inputs and are independent of each other (except the "stereo pan" which combines them. Ch3/4 is a stereo input (left + right), and the output will also be in stereo. Ch 5/6 is another stereo input, exactly like 3/4, just a different connector. This is convenient to plugging your phone in with an aux cord. For this channel, i believe it also works as a headphone out, for when you use a headset (headphone and mic attached), and I'm guessing this due to the little headphone symbol.
It's called a 6 channel, because its able to mix 6 audio sources at once and output all of this to the PC as a stereo in. Mono (1) + Mono (2) + Stereo (3 and 4) + Stereo (5 and 6)
I want to get this mixer myself, it looks like the perfect beginner mixer with 24bit USB interface that ill use for recording electric guitar and voice chat. I hope it has enough juice to power an MXL r144 ribbon mic though!
So I'm trying to play with it live and use some of the reverb settings and I don't hear any difference at all.. I'm not sure how to fix this issue
make sure the reverb part is not muted. Also need to unmute on your incoming channel\
@@SOCIOLOGICAL so I have another question. My main meters don't work like yours do. What makes the main meters come on?
Hi. How many guitars and mic’s able to put on this?
6 channels but u can get 10 channels
Hi I am going to purchase the mackie profx6 mixer. I want to video myself singing. How do I huck up to the iPad. I’ve tried stereo Jack outputs left and right to mini Jack into sc4 then into iPad. It doesn’t work. Thanks Vin
I would go 3.5mm from the ipad headphone jack to Dual 1/4 TS connect to ch3/4 here is a link to the cable. amzn.to/3T8pvkq
Do we need a phantom power for this?
It has a phantow power button on the right side of the gear, next to the power green light
Does it have to be connected to a computer in order to work?
no, you can use it without USB interface
"Effects" are cream and sugar in a coffee....either you want them or you don't love it......looking to buy this and will now becuase of your review
I'm using this for my live gigs. If I use the channel 3 for my guitar (I use 1 for mic and 2 for my keyboard), the sound of the guitar only comes out from one of the speakers only. How do I get it to work so I get the guitar coming out of both speakers?? Does anyone know?
Did u find the right settings now?
Hi, I have a Mackie ProFX6 v3, I have tried several times but i have never been able to make any sound from 5/6 Line In.. can anybody tell me how to setting it up properly so that i will be able to some sound effects from my iPad into the mixer and output from the main outs?
Did You figure it out yet? It looks like you just have to turn up the gain for the channel at the bottom with the label 5/6
Hello Sir, please advise if this "Mackie ProFXv3 Series, 6-Channel Professional Effects Mixer with USB" is good for live streaming on Facebook or TH-cam? 'USB" part is confusing me. I wanna buy a good mixer for "Live streaming" purposes. I wanna pick between "Yamaha MG06X 6 Input Stereo Mixer (with SPX Effects)" and ""Mackie ProFXv3 Series, 6-Channel Professional Effects Mixer with USB". Kindly reply, Thanks
try to get the Mackie profx10v3 or Harbinger LX8, the Yamaha MG06X does not have an audio interface
@@expertisland Thank you so much for competitive and expert advise.
Why does chanel 5 and 6 only have 1 input? Wouldn't that make it chanel 5 only?
From what I saw from bigger version of this mixer the five and six input acts as A stereo aux input so if you you were playing music from the phone to the mixer it would play in stereo
Why my condenser microphone doesn't in this mixer
Make sure the phantom power switch is on.
@@expertisland its 48v
How many inputs does it shows on the computer? All 6?
respond to our questions please
Using an AT4040 out of the box with this, have the profx selected as the input device for my pc. Mic isn't working. Both items are brand new. The only thing I have plugged into the mackie other than power and the usb is my mic. What am I doing wrong here?
Please.. Reply me soon
Can I live stream into a android phone? Thanks
yes you can! I am using it to live stream.
@@themaskedballadeer8387 thanks... What's the quality like? Compared to a irig stream?
@@themaskedballadeer8387 Via a cable UBC-B to USB-C? But How can I heard the son from the phone?
Never run phantom power into a ribbon mic.. you will kill it
Another piece of crap with no mid control!! Why make a mixer without it?