CFX™ Series
CFXSERIES 12-, 16-, and 20-Channel Mic/Line Mixers
Introduction
MIXERS
The CFX™ Series mixers are comprised of three compact mixers, each having a stereo graphic equalizer and digital effects built in. The EMAC™ 32-bit digital effects processor was custom designed by our digital engineers and rivals the sound of many high-quality
outboard processors.
Like all Mackie mixers, the CFX Series mixers are designed for rugged, day-in and day-out road use. Their sturdy-yet-light steel monocoque construction houses rugged, double-sided SMT-plated fiberglass circuit boards, and 60 mm faders with ultra-tight lip seals
for keeping out dust and other contaminants. Impactresistant knobs are mounted so they “ride” just above the steel chassis––they absorb impact without trouble.
Furthermore, they’re designed to last, thanks to co-mold- ed potentiometers that do not get brittle and crack up. Metal stand-offs are used at regular intervals to mount thick fiberglass circuit boards inside the mixer. These are extremely flexible mixers, not only because of their multiple input/output configurations, but also because of their 4 subgroups, 9-band graphic EQ, and built-in
digital effects.
The CFX•12 has eight mic/line channels and two stereo line input channels, the CFX•16 has 12 mic/line channels and two stereo line input channels, and the CFX•20 has 16 mic/line channels and two stereo line input channels. All mic/line channels have unbalanced inserts. Each channel strip has one external and one internal/external effects send plus two aux sends, pan, mute, solo (PFL), bus assigns, and 60 mm log-taper fader. The mic/line channels also have input trim controls with individual Zero Level LEDs, 3-band EQ with swept midrange, and 100 Hz low cut filters. Two separate stage monitor mixes can be created with their own effects levels.
The CFX Series is a true 4-bus mixer, with four sub
bus faders and master ganged Left/Right fader. Outputs include XLR and TRS balanced/unbalanced main outputs, a 75 Hz low-pass subwoofer XLR output, extra TRS
CFX Series
Features
High headroom mic preamps
CFX•12 channels (8 mic/line mono, 2 stereo line)
CFX•16 channels (12 mic/line mono, 2 stereo line)
CFX•20 channels (16 mic/line mono, 2 stereo line)
32-bit EMAC digital effects
External and internal EFX sends
EFX to Monitor control
9-band stereo graphic equalizer
Inserts on all mic channels and main mix
True 4-bus design with direct sub outs and L/R assign
2 Pre/Post aux sends and internal/external FX level sends
3-band EQ with swept mid (100 Hz to 8 kHz) on mic/line
4-band EQ on stereo line channels
Pan, Mute, PFL solo on each channel
100 Hz low-cut filters on all mic/line channels
Subwoofer output from built-in 18 dB/octave, 75 Hz crossover
Break switch mutes all channels
Headphone output with level control
Tape/CD inputs with level control assignable to Main Mix via Break switch
Logarithmic taper 60 mm faders
48 V phantom power
12 V BNC lamp jack
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Applications
Live sound mixing for churches, clubs, schools, conference centers, tradeshows, presentations
Keyboard, drum machine, and DJ mixing
A/V presentations, multimedia
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MIXERS
CFX Series
CFXSeries |
CFX SERIES 12-, 16-, and |
20-Channel Mic/Line Mixers |
Specifications
Frequency Response:
32 Hz to 20 kHz |
+0, –1 dB |
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Distortion: |
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THD and SMPTE IMD; 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
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Mic Input to Main Output |
< 0.05% @ +4 dBu output |
Noise:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (150 Ohms source impedance)
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) |
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–127 dBU |
Residual Output Noise Main, Monitor, & Effects outputs |
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Channel & Master levels off |
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–95 dBU |
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): |
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@1 kHz, Trim @ 0 dB |
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60 dB |
Crosstalk: |
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Adjacent Inputs or Input to Output |
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–90 dB @ 1 kHz |
Fader Off |
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–90 dB @ 1 kHz |
Mute Switch and Break Switch Mute |
–80 dB @ 1 kHz |
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Input Level Trim Control Range: |
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+6 to –50 dB |
Phantom Power: |
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+48 VDC |
Equalization |
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Low Cut: |
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100 Hz, –18 dB/octave |
Mono Channel EQ: |
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High |
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+15 dB @ 12 kHz |
Mid |
+15 dB @ 100 Hz to 8kHz |
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Low |
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+15 dB @ 80 Hz |
Stereo Channel EQ: |
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High |
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+15 dB @ 12 kHz |
High Mid |
+15 dB @ 100 Hz to 3kHz |
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Low Mid |
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+15 dB @ 400 Hz |
Low |
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+15 dB @ 80 Hz |
Graphic EQ:
(9 bands): +15 dB, Q=1.414 |
ISO octave centers @ 63 Hz, |
125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1k, |
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2k, 4k, 8k, 16 kHz |
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Mixer Rated Output: |
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Main, Sub, Aux, & EFX |
+4 dBU |
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Maximum Rated Output |
+20 dBU |
Maximum Input Levels: |
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Mic input, trim @ +6 dB |
+18 dBu |
Line input, trim @ –15 dB |
+38 dBu |
Insert Return, Stereo Line Input, |
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Tape Input, and Effects Return |
+20 dBu |
Maximum Voltage Gain: |
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Mic Input to |
50 dB |
Insert Output |
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Tape Output |
66 dB |
Sub Output |
66 dB |
Main Output |
76 dB |
Aux Send |
71 dB |
Line Input to |
30 dB |
Insert Output |
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Tape Output |
46 dB |
Sub Output |
46 dB |
Main Output |
56 dB |
Aux Send |
51 dB |
Stereo Line Input to |
40 dB |
Tape Output |
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Sub Output |
40 dB |
Main Output |
50 dB |
Aux Send |
45 dB |
Tape Input to |
30 dB |
Main Output |
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Effects Return to |
30 dB |
Main Output |
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Input Impedance |
3 kΩ, balanced |
Mic Input: |
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Line Input: |
40 kΩ, balanced |
Insert Return, Stereo Line Input, |
10 kΩ, unbalanced |
Tape Input, and Effects Returns: |
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Output Impedance |
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Main Output, Insert Output, Tape Output, |
150 Ω |
Sub Output, and Effects Sends: |
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Digital Effects |
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Resolution:
32-bit EMAC processing, 2-channel
Number of Presets:
16
Parameters:
2 controllable
Channel Level Set LED (Sensitivity):
0 dBu (normal operating level)
VU Meters
Main L/R
12 Segments: Clip, +10, +7, +4, +2, 0, –2, –4, –7,
–10, –20, –30
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CFX•12 |
4.6" (117 mm) |
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Width |
17.2" (437 mm) |
Depth |
15.7" (399 mm) |
Overall Depth |
5.0" (127 mm) |
Weight |
17.8 lbs. (8.1 kg) |
CFX•16 |
4.6" (117 mm) |
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Width |
21.4" (544 mm) |
Depth |
15.7" (399 mm) |
Overall Depth |
5.0" (127 mm) |
Weight |
21.0 lbs. (9.5 kg) |
CFX•20 |
4.6" (117 mm) |
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Width |
25.6" (650 mm) |
Depth |
15.7" (399 mm) |
Overall Depth |
5.0" (127 mm) |
Weight |
24.3 lbs. (11.0 kg) |
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21.4"/544mm
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25.6"/650mm |
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2.1"/53mm |
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Utility outputs that are independent of the master gain control, and tape and sub bus outputs.
The EMAC Digital Effects section includes four controls at the top. EFX 2 regulates the signal level being sent to the EMAC effects processor from an individual channels strip’s EFX 2 aux send. The overall level is monitored by the CLIP LED to prevent overload. TO MAIN MIX controls the amount of effects sent to your main mix. The two EFFECTS TO MONITOR knobs let you
add effects to stage monitor mixes independently of the EFX levels added to the main mix. Below the level controls is the preset selector for picking which effect you want. The characteristics of these presets can be changed with the TIME/RATE and DAMPING/DEPTH knobs. Between these controls are a BYPASS SWITCH and an EFX WIDE control. Wide adds psychoacoustic “width” or “depth” to all effects except delay and phaser.
The Stereo Graphic Equalizer is nine bands with +15 dB of gain and centers at 63 Hz, 125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, and 16 kHz. This EQ is exceptionally low-noise, low-distortion, and free of phase distortion.
Trim Controls have 50 dB of mic gain, +30 dB of line-level gain, and a full 15 dB of attenuation to “pad” hot signals. Each channel also includes a Zero Level Set LED for easy level setting. All mic channels have a 100 Hz low cut filter to reduce stage vibration, mic stand rumble, and wind noise. Each channel includes a Pre-Fader Solo switch.
Channel EQs are as follows: 12 kHz shelving HIGH frequency EQ, sweepable peaking Midrange EQ (only on mono input channels), with a 100 Hz to 8 kHz bandwidth. Stereo channels employ a 2-stage fixed-frequency MID EQ, HI-MID is centered at 3 kHz; LOW-MID is centered at 400 Hz; and a LOW EQ that is shelved at 80 Hz.
Log-taper 60 mm faders deliver a consistent fade throughout the fader’s throw. These faders have a co-polymer membrane that provides a continuously sealed barrier against dust and liquids without interfering with fader travel. Similarly, the fader’s longwearing contact material (first designed for use in exterior automotive sensors) means longer fader life and improved resistance to the elements.
The CFX Series mixers are designed for continuous, hassle-free use in any sound reinforcement installation. And they’re packed with useful features and practical routing capabilities. Simply stated, these mixers offer more features, more peace of mind, and more possibilities than any other mixers in their class.
And they're Mackies.
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