Mackie Redesigns and Expands ProFX Series

Mackie announces the launch of ProFXv2 Series Professional Effects Mixers. The redesigned ProFXv2 series features an all-new preamp design and new effects engine. The series has been expanded with two new models, the 4-channel ProFX4v2 and the 30-channel ProFX30v2, opening up the ProFX toolkit to a wider range of applications.

"Musicians and professional engineers have come to rely on Mackie ProFX mixers to deliver the complete feature set and unwavering performance they need for their live sound applications," says Matt Redmon, Mackie senior product manager. "With ProFXv2, we've not only expanded the lineup, we've invested heavily in elevating the sonic performance of the series. ProFXv2 mixers sound amazing and, as always, are available at an extremely attainable price."

To achieve the sonic performance that ProFXv2 offers, Mackie has designed the all-new Vita preamp. Vita preamps are virtually noiseless, even at high gain levels, the company says. The Vita design features a Class-A front end, dual feedback stabilization and bias current optimization.

Also contributing to ProFXv2's sonic performance is the all-new ReadyFX effects engine. This new engine employs floating-point DSP, designed for the intensive processing of audio signals. With more horsepower and all-new algorithms, ReadyFX delivers results that add depth to any mix, the company says. Each ProFXv2 mixer features a choice of 16 reverbs, choruses and delays, each designed for a wide array of sonic applications.

"We are excited to deliver these premium new effects to the popular ProFX platform," Redmon says. "The reverbs feature realistic room emulation, the delays are densely textured, the choruses add a rich shimmer and ambience to any source...they are simply the best effects Mackie has ever put into an analog mixer."

ProFXv2 delivers a no-compromise live mixing toolkit that eliminates the need for expensive rackmount gear, the company says. It's designed for situations where purchasing extra gear is cost-prohibitive and the result is a simple setup that can easily be run by novices, but offers all the right tools for in-house engineers. Each ProFXv2 mixer features multi-band GEQ, critical for tuning mains to get the best possible sound in any venue.

ProFXv2 mixers also feature built-in USB recording and playback*. Users can record the live mix for distribution to the audience, be it a band's fan base or a house of worship congregation. It's also designed for music playback in any live sound situation. The company recommends connecting the ProFXv2 mixer to a Mac or PC and streaming music directly to the house during performance breaks.

The ProFXv2 Series features a wide range of models, each with their own complement of I/O and features to suit nearly any live sound application. There are three compact models -- ProFX4v2, ProFX8v2, and ProFX12v2.

Mackie ProFXv2 series mixers will be available beginning May 2015. The series includes six models to cover a wide range of applications. According to the company, the ProFX4v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $169.99. The ProFX8v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $299.99. The ProFX12v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $359.99. The ProFX16v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $629.99. The ProFX22v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $809.99. The ProFX30v2 has a U.S. MSRP of $1149.99.

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