Introduction
The 1202-VLZ PRO is the updated, upgraded version
of Mackie’s classic 12-channel compact mic/line
mixer. The unit incorporates Mackie’s new ultra-high
™
quality XDR
with the best RFI rejection of any compact mixer
design. Added benefi ts include maximum freedom
from ground loops and impeccable sonic performance
that meets or exceeds the specs of esoteric, outboard
mic preamplifi ers. The XDR design is the only compact
mixer mic preamp that is totally impedance independent: frequency response does not change even with
extremely long cable runs or exceptionally high-impedance mic inputs.
To greatly reduce the effects of wind noise and mic
thumps, each of the four mic channels has a sharp,
18dB/octave, 75Hz Low Cut fi lter.
Mute/Alt 3-4 effectively creates a second stereo bus.
The Mute button on each channel mutes that channel in
the Main Mix, but also acts as a router to the 3-4 stereo
bus, greatly increasing signal routing fl exibility.
The EFX to Monitor feature allows routing of reverb or
other effects signals back into a monitor mix via Aux Send 1.
Aux 1’s Pre/Post switch can be set for pre-fader/post-EQ
use, which is benefi cial for stage monitor mixes, or postfader/post-EQ for use with external effects. It also has a
level control for added fl exibility.
Control Room/Phones has its own level control,
outputs and input matrix for selecting any combination
of Main Mix, Tape In and Alt 3-4 to create custom
headphone mixes, to monitor tape levels, and more.
A separate switch routes this multi-source signal back
into the Main Mix.
Because of its many features and durability, the
1202-VLZ PRO can be used for extra studio-grade preamps, as aux inputs for a mixing console, or as an
impedance- or level-matching audio toolkit.
RM1202-VLZ Rack-mount brackets (not included),
1402-VLZ PRO 14-Channel Mic/Line Mixer, 1604-VLZ
PRO 16-Channel Mic/Line Mixer, 1642-VLZ PRO 16-Channel Mic/Line Mixer, SRM350/SRM450 Active 2-Way SR
Loudspeakers, M•800/M•1400i/M•1400 Power Amplifi ers, C200/C300z passive 2-way SR Loudspeakers
(Extended Dynamic Range) mic preamps
12-Channel Mic/Line Mixer
Features
4 low noise, high headroom XDR™ (Extended
Dynamic Range) XLR mic inputs with the best
RF rejection of any compact mixer available and
maximum freedom from ground loops
4 balanced/unbalanced mono line inputs
4 pairs of balanced/unbalanced stereo line inputs
48V global phantom power
3-Band EQ (12kHz, 2.5kHz, 80Hz)
75Hz, 18dB/octave Low Cut fi lters on Channels 1–4
PFL Solo on all channels
Very Low Impedance (VLZ) architecture
EFX to Monitor switch
Alt 3-4 extra stereo bus
Balanced inputs and outputs (except RCAs,
phones and inserts)
Balanced XLR Main L/R outputs with mic/line
level switch, plus 1/4" (TRS) Main L/R outputs
60dB Gain on Channels 1–4
Global Aux 1 Pre/Post-Fader switch
Level Set LED and marker
Applications
Live sound mixing: small churches, clubs,
school auditoriums, school sports centers,
conference centers, boardrooms, trade
shows, presentations
Studio and fi eld recording
Multimedia applications: A/V presentations,
video post production, CD authoring
Broadcast: live remotes, ENG, ad production
Specifi cations
Mic Preamp
Equivalent Input Noise (20Hz–20kHz):
150Ω –129.5dBu
50Ω –131.0dBu
0Ω –134.5dBu
Frequency Response:
–1dB 5Hz–100kHz
–3dB 3Hz–192kHz
IM Distortion (4 to 1 ratio SMPTE)
35dB gain 0.0008%
Harmonic Distortion (20Hz–20kHz)
35dB gain 0.0007%
Gain
Max +60dB
Min 0dB or Unity
Max Input +22dB
Input Impedance 1.3kΩ
Common Mode Rejection > 90dB
Common Mode Rejection Ratio > 140dB
Main Mix Noise1
Main Mix down, ch. Gain down: –104dB
Main Mix @ unity, ch. Gain down: –90.5dB
Main Mix knob @ unity, ch. Gain @ unity: –88.5dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
2
0.005%
Attenuation (Crosstalk)
3
Main Mix knob down: –85dBu
Channel Mute/Alt 3-4 switch engaged: –84dBu
Channel Gain knob down: –83dBu
Frequency Response
4
20Hz to 60kHz: +0dB/–1dB
20Hz to 100kHz: +0dB/–3dB
EQ
High Shelving: ±15db @ 12kHz
Mid Peaking: ±12dB @ 2.5kHz
Low Shelving: ±15db @ 80Hz
Power Consumption
120VAC, 50/60Hz, 25 Watts
Physical
Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. (3 kg)
Dimensions: 11.8" x 11.2" x 2.6"
(300mm x 284mm x 66mm)
11.8" (300mm)
11.2"
(284mm)
6 rack
spaces
Maximum Levels
Mic input: +22dBu
Tape input: +16dBu
All other inputs: +22dBu
Main Mix XLR outputs: +28dBu
All other outputs: +22dBu
Impedances
Mic input: 1.3kΩ
Channel Insert return: 2.5kΩ
All other inputs: > 10kΩ
Tape output: 1.1kΩ
All other outputs: 120Ω
19" (483mm)
with optional rack ears (RM1202-VLZ)
2.6"
(66mm)
11.2" (284mm)
2.6"
(66mm)
11.8" (300mm
Specifi cations footnotes:
1) 20Hz–20kHz bandwidth, 1/4" Main out, channels 1–4 Trim @ unity gain, channel EQs fl at, all
channels assigned to Main Mix, channels 1 and 3 Pan left, 2 and 4 Pan right. Reference +4dBu.
2) 1kHz @ +14dBu, 20Hz–20kHz.
3) 1kHz relative to 0dBu, 20Hz–20kHz bandwidth, Line in, 1⁄4" Main Out, Trim @ unity.
4) Any input to any output.