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ProFX8 and ProFX12

COMPACT EFFECTS MIXERS WITH USB

FEATURES: Professional compact mixer with onboard effects and USB I/O

Low-noise, high-headroom Mackie mic preamps with easy LED metering

32-bit RMFX processor with 16 Gig-Ready effects

7-band graphic EQ for tuning Mains or Monitors

USB I/O for recording shows and music playback via Mac or PC

Extra stereo channels plus extra stereo return for keyboards, external effects or stereo playback devices

60mm faders for input channels, returns and Main/ Monitor masters

3-band active EQ on all channels

Hi-Z input for direct connection of guitar, bass and other instruments

Insert, 100 Hz low cut filter, and 48V phantom power on all mic channels

Stereo RCA tape I/O with input level control

Headphone output with separate rotary level control

Balanced XLR and balanced/unbalanced 1/4" main outputs

FX mute with remote control via footswitch

Break switch mutes all channels for music playback

Built-like-a-tank steel chassis

Planet Earth switching power supply for worldwide use

ProFX8 and ProFX12The Mackie ProFX Series mixers include effects, graphic EQ and USB I/O for playing and recording two channels of audio

using a computer all in one compact package.

The ProFX8 is a Professional 8-channel Compact Mixer with four mic preamps and three full stereo channels while the 12-channel ProFX12 comes standard with six mic preamps

and four full stereo channels.

Each channel has an input Gain control with 50 dB of gain, a sharp 18 dB/octave, 100 Hz Low Cut filter, a 3-band EQ, two Aux sends [monitors and FX], Pan, Mute and a 60mm fader. All mono channels have a Channel Insert jack for connecting an external processor, as well.

Additionally, the ProFX Series mixers include Mackies classic high-headroom, low-noise mic preamps, 3-band active EQ (80 Hz, 2.5 kHz and 12 kHz) on all channels, a built-in DI for direct connection of a guitar or bass on channel 1, integrated effects and a precision 7-band graphic EQ for tuning the room or the monitors.

The 32-bit RMFX processor has 16 Gig-Ready effects, incuding reverbs, choruses and delays. ProFX allows stereo playback from, and recording to, a computer via USB. The innovative USB Thru switch allows for an impressive live/recording setup utilizing performance software.

Other features include phantom power, a stereo tape input and output, a 1/4" stereo headphone jack, stereo 12-segment LED meters, XLR and TRS stereo output jacks and a footswitch jack to connect a remote control for muting the FX.

APPLICATIONSLive 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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ProFX8 and ProFX12

ProFX 8 and ProFX12 SPECIFICATIONSNoise Characteristics(20 Hz to 20 kHz, 150 Source Impedance Equivalent Input Noise)

Mic in to Insert Send out, max gain 127 dBu

(Residual Output Noise)

All outputs, master levels off, all channel levels off 95 dBu

All outputs, master levels unity, all channel levels off 90 dBu

All outputs, master levels unity, one channel level unity 85 dBu

Frequency Response(Mic input to any output, gain at unity)

20 Hz to 30 kHz +0 dB / 1 dB

Distortion (THD+N)(20 Hz to 20 kHz bandwidth)

Mic in to Main out

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ProFX 8 and ProFX12 SPECIFICATIONS continued...Digital EffectsI/O Mono Input / Stereo Output

Number of Presets 16

Channel Level Set LED0 dBu (normal operating level)

Channel OL LED1 dB before channel clipping measured post-EQ, pre-fader

MetersMain 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

7 Band Graphic EQFrequency Centers 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k

Gain 15 dB

Assignable to Main or Monitor Bypassable

USBFormat USB 1.1

I/O Stereo Input / Stereo Output

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

Phantom Power48 VDC to all Mic channels at once

Power ConsumptionVoltage Range 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz

Power Consumption 20 watts (ProFX8) 25 watts (ProFX12)

Power Connector 3 Pin IEC

Physical Properties (packaged product)Height 7.0 in / 178 mm (both)

Depth 17.5 in / 445 mm (both)

Width 15.5 in / 394 mm (ProFX8) 18.5 in / 470 mm (ProFX12)

Shipping Weight 9.5 lb / 4.3 kg (ProFX8) 11.2 lb / 5.1 kg (ProFX12)

Physical Properties (product)Height 14.05 in / 357 mm (both)

Depth 3.58 in / 91 mm (both)

Width 11.41 in / 290 mm (ProFX8) 14.6 in / 370 mm (ProFX12)

Net Weight 7.1 lb / 3.2 kg (ProFX8) 9.0 lb / 4.1 kg (ProFX12)

OptionsMixer Bag for ProFX8 P/N 0020636

Mixer Bag for ProFX12 P/N 0020637

Ordering InformationProFX8 Compact Effects Mixer with USB, US P/N 0032929-00

ProFX8 Compact Effects Mixer with USB, EU P/N 0032929-01

ProFX12 Compact Effects Mixer with USB, US P/N 0032927-00

ProFX12 Compact Effects Mixer with USB, EU P/N 0032927-01

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13 DELAY 1 (300ms)14 DELAY 2 (380ms)15 DELAY 3 (480ms)16 REVERB + DLY (250ms)

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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN ORMOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

ProFX FRONT AND REAR PANELS (ProFX12 shown)

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Part No. SW0859 Rev. B 08/11

ProFX8 NOTES:1. WEIGHT APPROX. 7.1 lb [3.2 kg].2. SHIPPING WEIGHT APPROX. 9.5 lb [4.3 kg].

ProFX12 NOTES:1. WEIGHT APPROX. 9.0 lb [4.1 kg].2. SHIPPING WEIGHT APPROX. 11.2 lb [5.1 kg].

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Since we are always striving to make our products better by incorporating new and improved materials, components, and manufacturing methods, we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. Mackie and the Running Man figure are registered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.

2011 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Electronic files for this product are available at: www.mackie.comSpecification Sheet PROFX_SS.PDF

Owners Manual PROFX_OM.PDF

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ProFX8 and ProFX12 DIMENSIONS