Mackie ProFX4v2, ProFX8v2, ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2, ProFX30v2 Schematic

ProFXv2 Series Mixers

ProFX4v2 • ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2
ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2

Mackie ProFXv2 Series mixers provide a comprehensive
live sound solution, with models from 4- to 30-channels,
covering a huge range of applications.

Delivering unmatched sound quality, ProFXv2 features
all-new Mackie Vita™ preamps, which are virtually noiseless
and designed specifically for the highly-dynamic world
of live sound.

ProFXv2 also includes the immensely powerful new
ReadyFX™ effect engine, harnessing floating-point DSP
to deliver 16 rich effects that elevate any performance.

The ProFXv2 no-compromise live sound toolkit
includes a room-shaping GEQ, flexible I/O and a built-in
USB interface for hassle-free recording/playback

With a rugged steel chassis and unmatched sonic
performance, ProFXv2 is truly the life of your live mix.

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APPLICATIONS

Live sound mixing, houses of worship, clubs, gymnasiums,
banquet halls, conference rooms, boardrooms, studio and
field recording, video post-production, multimedia
applications, broadcast, and many, many more.

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Available on ProFX8v2, ProFX12v2, ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2, ProFX30v2.

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FEATURES:

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Unmatched Sound Quality

• Extremely low-noise Mackie Vita™ mic preamps
designed to add life to any input

• All-new ReadyFX™ effects engine with 16 great­ sounding effects like reverbs, delays and choruses

• Single-knob channel compression for smooth,
even dynamic control

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No-Compromise Live Mixing Toolkit

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• Graphic EQ for tuning mains or monitors

• Built-in USB interface to record the show
or provide music playback

• 4 flexible subgroups for professional mix
management

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• Aux output(s) perfect for driving a monitor mix,
fill speakers and more

• Additional stereo channels

• Extra stereo/aux return for external effects
or stereo playback devices

• High-headroom line level inputs

• Individual channel mutes and overload indication

• Channel inserts for connecting outboard processing

• EQ on all channels

• 60mm faders2

• Directly connect guitar, bass and other instruments
via Hi-Z input3

• 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power
on all mic channels

• Stereo RCA tape I/O with input level control

• Headphone output with separate level control3

• Control room / headphone outs with level control

• Balanced XLR and/or balanced/unbalanced
¼-inch main outputs

• FX mute with remote control via footswitch

• Break switch mutes all channels for music playback
between sets

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■ No-Hassle USB Recording/Playback

• Built in USB recording interface with simple
setup via Mac or PC
o Choose to record subgroups 1/2
or main L/R mix

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o Separate USB input level control to mains
o USB routable to full-featured channel strip

• Great for live recording and perfect for home studios

• Stream playback music for live or studio
applications

• Includes user-friendly Tracktion
software

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Rugged, Roadworthy Design

• Legendary Mackie “Built-Like-A-Tank” design

• Solid steel chassis protects your investment

• Tough ABS side protection

• Robust internal multi-voltage power supply

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PROFXv2 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS

Professional Effects Mixers

Noise Characteristics

Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)
(150

source impedance, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)

Mic in to FX send, max gain –128 dBu
Mic in to insert send out, max gain –125 dBu
Mic in to insert send out, max gain –128 dBu

Residual Output Noise
All outputs, master levels off, all channel levels off –95 dBu
All outputs, master levels unity, one channel level unity
–85 dBu
–80 dBu

Frequency Response

Mic input to any output (gain at unity, +0 dB / –1 dB)
20 Hz to 40 kHz
20 Hz to 30 kHz

Equalization

ProFX4v2 • ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2
Low ±15 dB @ 80 Hz

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Mid [ProFX8/12v2] ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz

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High ±15 dB @ 12 kHz

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Low Cut Filter 18 dB/octave @ 100 Hz

ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2
Mono Channels
Low ±15 dB @ 80 Hz

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Mid ±15 dB

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100 Hz – 8 kHz
High ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
Low Cut Filter 18 dB/octave @ 100 Hz
Stereo Channels
Low ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
Mid ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz

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High ±15 dB @ 12 kHz

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Distortion (THD+N)

(22 Hz to 80 kHz bandwidth)
Mic in to Main out (+4 dBu output) <0.01%
<0.03%

Attenuation and Crosstalk

Adjacent Inputs @ 1 kHz –80 dB1
–90 dB

Inputs to Outputs @ 1 kHz –80 dB

Fader Off @ 1 kHz –80 dB
–75 dB

Mute Switch / Break Switch Mute @ 1 kHz
–90 dB
–100 dB

Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)

Mic In to Main Out, max gain, 1 kHz 70 dB

Maximum Levels

All inputs +22 dBu

Main Out +22 dBu
Main Out XLR +28 dBu

All other outputs +22 dBu

Impedances

Mic In 3.3 k

Channel Insert Return 10 k

All other inputs ≥20 k

Tape output 1 k

Phones output 25

All other outputs 120 Unbalanced,
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3.8 k

Balanced

Maximum Voltage Gain (EQ Flat)

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Mic input Channel to
Insert Output 50 dB
Tape Output 60 dB
USB Output 50 dB

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1/4" Main Output 70 dB
XLR Main Output 76 dB
Monitor Send 76 dB

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81 dB

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FX Send 75 dB
90 dB

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Insert Output 30 dB
Tape Output 40 dB
USB Output 30 dB
40 dB
XLR Main Output 56 dB
Monitor Send 56 dB
61 dB
FX Send 55 dB
70 dB

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Tape Output 30 dB
USB Output 30 dB
XLR Main Output 46 dB
Monitor Send 46 dB
51 dB
FX Send 45 dB

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55 dB

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Tape Input to
Main Output 30 dB
XLR Main Output 36 dB

USB Input to
Main Output 30 dB
XLR Main Output 36 dB

Stereo Return to
Mon Output 30 dB
XLR Main Output 26 dB

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PROFXv2 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS continued...

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Digital Effects

I/O Mono input / Stereo output

Number of Presets 16

Meters

Main L/R Mix
Two columns of 12 segments each:
OL (+20 dBu), +15, +10, +6, +3, 0 (0 dBu), –2, –4, –7, –10, –20, –30

Channel OL LED
Measured post-EQ, pre-fader
(–3 dB before channel clipping) 18 dBu

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Graphic EQ

Frequency Centers [5-Band]1 80, 250, 800, 2.5k, 8k
Frequency Centers [7-Band]

Gain ±15 dB

Assignable to Main or Monitor, bypassable

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125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k

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USB

Format USB 1.1

I/O Stereo Input / Stereo Output

A/D/A 16 Bit, 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz

Physical Properties (packaged product)

ProFX4v2

Height 4.0 in / 102 mm
Width 12.3 in / 312 mm
Depth 12.2 in / 310 mm
Weight 4.7 lb / 2.1 kg

ProFX8v2

Height 7.0 in / 178 mm
Width 15.6 in / 396 mm
Depth 17.9 in / 455 mm
Weight 10.0 lb / 4.5 kg

ProFX12v2

Height 7.0 in / 178 mm
Width 18.8 in / 478 mm
Depth 18.0 in / 457 mm
Weight 12.0 lb / 5.4 kg

ProFX16v2

Height 8.1 in / 206 mm
Width 22.0 in / 559 mm
Depth 20.1 in / 511 mm
Weight 19.0 lb / 8.6 kg

ProFX22v2

Height 8.1 in / 206 mm
Width 28.4 in / 721 mm
Depth 20.4 in / 518 mm
Weight 24.5 lb / 11.1 kg

Phantom Power

48 VDC to all Mic channels simultaneously

AC Power Requirements

Power Consumption 20 watts [ProFX8v2]
30 watts [ProFX12v2]
40 watts [ProFX16v2]
45 watts [ProFX22v2]

50 watts [ProFX30v2]

Universal AC Power Supply 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
Class I Hard-Wired Wall Wart
Class II Detachable Line Cord

Operating Temperature 0˚ – 40˚C
32˚ – 104˚F

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ProFX30v2

Height 8.3 in / 211 mm
Width 37.4 in / 950 mm
Depth 20.9 in / 531 mm
Weight 34 lb / 15.4 kg

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