I have been watching your videos regarding Focusrite and I am very thankful to have you explaining these things since I am starting from zero with the set up of my sounds. Thank you
Beautiful comparison and excellent details. I’m going to gift the 2i2 to my friend who started a Podcast earlier this year….same goes for my Uncle who’s going to need a straight forward setup. As for me!? I’m getting the Mackie ProFX6V3 which I’m ordering tonight! Thanks Mr. Kettner for the information I love your channel. Peace & Blessings.
This is so helpful!! Thank you. I've had the Scarlett 2i2 for years and use it for home recording. I purchased the Mackie for live streaming and live performance. Now I might have to use it for home recording as well.
Great video's ! So you've compared both the Mackie ProFX6v3 and the YamahaAG03 against the Scarlett 2i2. From this I've learned: Mackie is more suitable for (standalone) live events such as weddings etc. since it has: - EQ via hardware rather than software - XLR outputs - better metering - break button - Two Phantom powered Mic. inputs However for absolute best quality home recording, the pre-amps are of lesser quality compared to Yamaha or Scarlett 2i2 (Gain = 60 Db, EIN = -126) Yamaha is perhaps the better one for pure home-recording: - bus-powered USB (in most cases) - Superior pre-amps (Gain 60-64 Db and EIN = -128) - RCA outputs (rather than XLR which makes more sense for events on location), great to connect other HiFi devices - Software based and more flexible FX's (that do require a PC/Mac running) However metering on device is limited and of course there's just ONE Phantom powered Mic input. Also no hardware EQ on the Mic inputs and no XLR output. Which is why I believe the Yamaha is better for home-studio purposes, whilst the Mackie is perhaps the better choice for live events on locations, with PA equipment, unexpected failures (Break button), hardware/more tactile knobs/buttons etc. What is strange that neither device has support for in/outputs of MIDI DIN devices. In both cases the mixer/USB interfaces offer more flexibility than the Scarlett 2i2. Would you say that these are fair conclusions?
Hi Jordan, I have a ProFX6v3. It puts out 2 USB channels but does have 4 USB channels total allowing for loopback returns. But it only allows ONE STEREO track recording on a DAW (I use Cakewalk). I really enjoy this Mackie for singing karaoke at home. But for RECORDING, I moved up to an EVO 8. I love the EVO 8; it has 4 USB in, 4 OUT. This allows me to record my voice (mono) on one DAW track and the background karaoke music on a separate stereo track. I learned one thing the hard way: while recording, I keep the HEADPHONE VOLUME relatively low, which allows for good solid volume (without clipping) on the DAW. I hope you'll do a thorough evaluation of the EVO 8. Fortunately my laptop uses USB-C. You can use Phantom power on all 4 XLR inputs of the EVO 8 with USB-C; Whereas with USB-A (which is getting obsolete anyhow) you can only get 2 Phantom Power XLR inputs, the 1-2.
Hello mate I see U have lot experiences. Help me please cause I have some questions. I have a phonic FireWire (no usb) mixer which one is perfect for me but I can't record to laptop cause the firewire is not supported anymore. What I find out is I need an audio mixer or an audio interface. So this audio Evo 8 is good for me? I mean I need minimum 2 track recording. But I think two buy a mixer with 2 separated track recording will be cost a lot.
@@kabirbody I'm in the USA. Where do you live? I really like my EVO 8 but I find I can only use it for recording on my laptop. For everyday fun with music I use my Mackie Mixer. The ProFX6V3. I use it for singing usually with karaoke. If I connect it to a laptop, USB Channels 1 and 2 send audio to the computer and channels 3 and 4 send audio into the mixer. This is perfectly adequate for most uses I think.
Instead of choosing 1 of the 2 products above, can I use them in parallel? Because I currently have 2i2Gen3 but still want to buy ProFx6v3 to sing live via computer (Fabook, YT, ...) Thank you very much !
Hi, regarding Mackie, if USB 3-4 is turned on in 5/6 track, does then USB 3-4 belong in Inputs for BLEND? So you can blend between USB 3-4 output and USB 1-2 output? I'm wondering if it's convenient for live act where you might want to monitor what audience hears, what you hear and both. Second question - what about USB latency from DAWs point of view, for example, what Ableton Live is showing in audio setup?
Hi , Hopefully you can answer my question .I used to sing online Karaoke with my EMU1616PI it has reached its EOL and is no longer supported . I want to replace it with a Mackie ProFX6V3USB . My question is , will I be able to record on my PC and have the recording play on the Karaoke site like I could before . I have a membership on a internet site and really miss the sharing of music and fellowship . From watching your videos I think the Mackie would be great , You really make the comparison's understandable . Thank you John A.K.A. The godbless man
Hey Jordan, I have a Mackie ProFX10v3. The guitar input signal is not that powerful despite turning the HI-Z On and keeping the gain at max. Can you help me with it?
is there a phantom power button on the mackie? On older versions like the Mix8 you can turn it on/off which allows the use of mics that don't require phantom power. I don't want to damage any of my mics.
Hello - and THX - and please allow me a question: I'm in the need to record in Logic X two different tracks simultaneously: Track 1 (MONO) from mixer chan 1 (=XLR) and Track 2 (Stereo) from mixer chan 3+4 (6mm). IS THIS POSSIBLE with one of your shown interfaces...???
A battle between a soundcard and a mixer had been done a hundred times. It is comparing apples with oranges. A sound card captures sound hence the name. A mixer mixes hence the name. You need to contact Professor Julian Krause for AD to DA specs and the science will set you free once in for all.
Hi, thank you for your videos, there are very helpful, but i have a question. I know that the Mackie profx6 v3 does not have a monitor output, so im wondering if there was an alternative method to conect a monitor from the Mackie? Because sometimes i need a monitor to listen my performance, in some places where my main speakers are too far. Thank you for your atention
@@kettnercreative So can i plug a speaker into the xlr outputs and, at the same time a monitor into the quarter inch output? sorry for my dummie question, i don't have so much experience in audio mixers. I aprecciate so mucho your answers, a lot of thanks.
Although I understand your opinion on the Mackie over the Focusrite 2i2, the comparison seems unfair to me as you are not comparing the same type of interfaces…
I already own a Focusrite 2i2 but I've been frustrated by some of its limitations like better "gain control" and lack of effects and EQ without adding software patches. I find them too confusing. I really want great simplicity and the tactile feel of turning a knob. With that said, I've 20 plus years of experience with Mackey products. Question: I am looking hard at the Profx6 and I know it has a computer interface built-in. Can I bypass that and plug it directly into the 2i2 via the mixer right and left-outs? I only do Zoom conferencing.
Can you please share how line in 5/6 work on this mixer? I connected my phone via aux cable in line5/6 1/8" jack , my phone showed headphone sign but can get nothing on mixer from phone. Please help whether it works this way only or I got a defective one
Make sure the volume on your phone is up and/or not of mute. Some phones automatically cut the sound when you plug the phone into another device so it doesn't play too loud by accident and possibly damage something. That said, depending on the phone, you may be able to use the phone as a transport and connect it directly to a dac. The one in a mixer is going to sound better than the one in your phone.
The Notepad is a better mixer in almost every category for the same price point. The Notepad can change its 'USB recording inputs' instead of just the forced Mix L+R on the Mackie. It has a true AUX buss in addition to the main mix. It has real FX send knobs for each channel. Its headphone output is NOT tied to the Mains like the Mackie. ( Super important if your tracking someone ) The Mackie has (1) FX engine and the effects are either on or off and can not be altered in any way. ( you can't adjust how long/short the delays are, etc. ) The Notepad has (3) FX engines and can use all 3 engines at the same time and they are editable WITH Tap Tempo! The Notepad has 8 full size channels ( 2 complete stereo ) in the same size package as Mackie's 4 channels with the 1/8 inch input. The notepad can have (2) completely independent headphone mixes ( mandatory when tracking with another musician/vocalist ). Same noise specs. Pretty substantial difference.
Hi , can u please help me how to record profx6v3 to android.. I bought one after watching this video along with an AKG p420 . I tried connecting to my Android through USB port but it's not working. Can u please help in this and share any way by means of which I can connect it to my Android.. I want to record separate tracks on my phone ..
I have the same needs. I want to connect the mixer to my mobile phone via USB and make a voice call. I now have Mackie 402VLZ4. Separate the headphone and microphone jack of the phone with a Y wire, and then connect the mixer to the microphone jack. But sometimes the phone says that the microphone cannot be detected. So I want to change 402VLZ4 to ProFX6v3, and connect to the phone via USB, it should be very reliable.
I don't think its bi-directional. You can use your phone as a transport and send the signal to the dac in your mixer, but I don't think you can go from the mixer to your phone. If you want to record the separate tracks from your mixer, use a computer. Its much simpler. You just have to make sure the audio interface in the mixer supports sending individual tracks through a usb connection. Some of them only send the 2 channel stereo main output through usb.
I need to criticize while trying not to sound mean, but rather constructive. Sorry if i fail ; *Please get to the points faster man .. you dont have to talk that much about useless details. Try to aim the important stuff. Its very boring the way you do it, and its sad, because we need videos like this... But i honestly couldnt focus on what i needed to learn. I spent all my time skipping, trying to find the relevant stuffs... * Again, i hope this could help.
I have been watching your videos regarding Focusrite and I am very thankful to have you explaining these things since I am starting from zero with the set up of my sounds. Thank you
You’re welcome!
Beautiful comparison and excellent details. I’m going to gift the 2i2 to my friend who started a Podcast earlier this year….same goes for my Uncle who’s going to need a straight forward setup. As for me!? I’m getting the Mackie ProFX6V3 which I’m ordering tonight! Thanks Mr. Kettner for the information I love your channel. Peace & Blessings.
This is so helpful!! Thank you. I've had the Scarlett 2i2 for years and use it for home recording. I purchased the Mackie for live streaming and live performance. Now I might have to use it for home recording as well.
Finally the answer I was looking for! If I can multi track on the mixer thats what I'm going for! Subscribed
Great video's ! So you've compared both the Mackie ProFX6v3 and the YamahaAG03 against the Scarlett 2i2. From this I've learned:
Mackie is more suitable for (standalone) live events such as weddings etc. since it has:
- EQ via hardware rather than software
- XLR outputs
- better metering
- break button
- Two Phantom powered Mic. inputs
However for absolute best quality home recording, the pre-amps are of lesser quality compared to Yamaha or Scarlett 2i2 (Gain = 60 Db, EIN = -126)
Yamaha is perhaps the better one for pure home-recording:
- bus-powered USB (in most cases)
- Superior pre-amps (Gain 60-64 Db and EIN = -128)
- RCA outputs (rather than XLR which makes more sense for events on location), great to connect other HiFi devices
- Software based and more flexible FX's (that do require a PC/Mac running)
However metering on device is limited and of course there's just ONE Phantom powered Mic input. Also no hardware EQ on the Mic inputs and no XLR output.
Which is why I believe the Yamaha is better for home-studio purposes, whilst the Mackie is perhaps the better choice for live events on locations, with PA equipment, unexpected failures (Break button), hardware/more tactile knobs/buttons etc.
What is strange that neither device has support for in/outputs of MIDI DIN devices.
In both cases the mixer/USB interfaces offer more flexibility than the Scarlett 2i2.
Would you say that these are fair conclusions?
That sounds right!
@@kettnercreative great, now I can make a decision for my use cases. Thanks for the confirmation!
@@art2work4 what did you chose?
Your videos are awesome and super informative. Bought the Mackie Profx12v3 because of all the great info you provide! 😊
Am right now on my way to buy it😈
Thanks a lot bro🔥
Went ahead and bought the Mackie based off of your recommendation! Awesome video!
Nice, you will be happy with it. It's an awesome mixer.
Hi Jordan, I have a ProFX6v3. It puts out 2 USB channels but does have 4 USB channels total allowing for loopback returns. But it only allows ONE STEREO track recording on a DAW (I use Cakewalk). I really enjoy this Mackie for singing karaoke at home. But for RECORDING, I moved up to an EVO 8. I love the EVO 8; it has 4 USB in, 4 OUT. This allows me to record my voice (mono) on one DAW track and the background karaoke music on a separate stereo track.
I learned one thing the hard way: while recording, I keep the HEADPHONE VOLUME relatively low, which allows for good solid volume (without clipping) on the DAW. I hope you'll do a thorough evaluation of the EVO 8. Fortunately my laptop uses USB-C. You can use Phantom power on all 4 XLR inputs of the EVO 8 with USB-C; Whereas with USB-A (which is getting obsolete anyhow) you can only get 2 Phantom Power XLR inputs, the 1-2.
Hello mate I see U have lot experiences.
Help me please cause I have some questions.
I have a phonic FireWire (no usb) mixer which one is perfect for me but I can't record to laptop cause the firewire is not supported anymore.
What I find out is I need an audio mixer or an audio interface.
So this audio Evo 8 is good for me?
I mean I need minimum 2 track recording.
But I think two buy a mixer with 2 separated track recording will be cost a lot.
@@kabirbody I'm in the USA. Where do you live? I really like my EVO 8 but I find I can only use it for recording on my laptop. For everyday fun with music I use my Mackie Mixer. The ProFX6V3. I use it for singing usually with karaoke. If I connect it to a laptop, USB Channels 1 and 2 send audio to the computer and channels 3 and 4 send audio into the mixer. This is perfectly adequate for most uses I think.
Thank You very much!!! You are the best!
Can I connect xlr mic and an headphone(5w)/output from a synthesizer and an jack from a gitaar be connected to the Mackie and will the sound be?
Привет! Ты был последней песчинкой на весах в пользу приобретения этого пульта. Я его заказал. Благодарю!
Thank you great explaination now I'm good to go for... 👍👍👍👍
If have a home studio and a PA System In your home, will prefer the Mackie PRO FX6v3, because it can be used both PA System and home
Makes sense.
kindly show us how the DAW WORKS for a small home recording setup. 🙏
Instead of choosing 1 of the 2 products above, can I use them in parallel?
Because I currently have 2i2Gen3 but still want to buy ProFx6v3 to sing live via computer (Fabook, YT, ...)
Thank you very much !
Have you compare Mackie ProFX6v3 Vs Maono AM-100? Thanks.
Thank you for teaching... Good job
You are welcome
Does the Mackie Mixer interface allow independent track recording and does it carry over whatever EQ, Gain, Fx settings set on the mixer? Thanks...
Yes it does
This is great, thanks.
awesome and super informative
Glad you liked it!
Hi, regarding Mackie, if USB 3-4 is turned on in 5/6 track, does then USB 3-4 belong in Inputs for BLEND? So you can blend between USB 3-4 output and USB 1-2 output? I'm wondering if it's convenient for live act where you might want to monitor what audience hears, what you hear and both. Second question - what about USB latency from DAWs point of view, for example, what Ableton Live is showing in audio setup?
have any comparisons been done between the Mackie DAC and Focusrite DACs like on the 2i2 or Saffire40? Thanks!
Subbbeedddddd. I should of bought the Mackie profx instead of vlz4.
Hi , Hopefully you can answer my question .I used to sing online Karaoke with my EMU1616PI it has reached its EOL and is no longer supported . I want to replace it with a Mackie ProFX6V3USB . My question is , will I be able to record on my PC and have the recording play on the Karaoke site like I could before . I have a membership on a internet site and really miss the sharing of music and fellowship . From watching your videos I think the Mackie would be great , You really make the comparison's understandable .
Thank you
John
A.K.A. The godbless man
Hey Jordan, I have a Mackie ProFX10v3. The guitar input signal is not that powerful despite turning the HI-Z On and keeping the gain at max. Can you help me with it?
I’m not able to hear DAW (or any audio) from Main Outs, only Phones. I’m don’t quit get the functionality of the USB 3-4
Does it capture dry signal in Daw While hearing your vocals wet via headphone ?
is there a phantom power button on the mackie? On older versions like the Mix8 you can turn it on/off which allows the use of mics that don't require phantom power. I don't want to damage any of my mics.
Please help on my beginner question. Do mixers output raw signal to computer while giving reverb and compressor to performer?
how would you connect it to another mixer. For example for church
Can anyone tell me? this mixer works with Windows 7 pc connecting via USB..
Hello - and THX - and please allow me a question: I'm in the need to record in Logic X two different tracks simultaneously: Track 1 (MONO) from mixer chan 1 (=XLR) and Track 2 (Stereo) from mixer chan 3+4 (6mm). IS THIS POSSIBLE with one of your shown interfaces...???
no you can't, you can only do multi track recording from channel 1 and 2 from the mackie profx6v3 mixer
DO YOU have sample video connecting the mackieprofx6v3 to your computer and recording sample music?
A battle between a soundcard and a mixer had been done a hundred times. It is comparing apples with oranges. A sound card captures sound hence the name. A mixer mixes hence the name. You need to contact Professor Julian Krause for AD to DA specs and the science will set you free once in for all.
It is also a sound card.
Do you have any reviews of a good singing mic, primarily for vocals streamed live at home through applications like Zoom etc?
Hi, thank you for your videos, there are very helpful, but i have a question. I know that the Mackie profx6 v3 does not have a monitor output, so im wondering if there was an alternative method to conect a monitor from the Mackie? Because sometimes i need a monitor to listen my performance, in some places where my main speakers are too far. Thank you for your atention
You can use the main stereo output for your monitor. You can easily listen to your playback with it this way.
@@kettnercreative So can i plug a speaker into the xlr outputs and, at the same time a monitor into the quarter inch output? sorry for my dummie question, i don't have so much experience in audio mixers. I aprecciate so mucho your answers, a lot of thanks.
Monitor2usb controller made by beringer.
Although I understand your opinion on the Mackie over the Focusrite 2i2, the comparison seems unfair to me as you are not comparing the same type of interfaces…
They’re not too far off each other. I’ve stopped using the Focusrite as the lag was way less to deal with on the Mackie
I already own a Focusrite 2i2 but I've been frustrated by some of its limitations like better "gain control" and lack of effects and EQ without adding software patches. I find them too confusing. I really want great simplicity and the tactile feel of turning a knob. With that said, I've 20 plus years of experience with Mackey products. Question: I am looking hard at the Profx6 and I know it has a computer interface built-in. Can I bypass that and plug it directly into the 2i2 via the mixer right and left-outs? I only do Zoom conferencing.
Yes, take the main outputs from the Mackie and plug them into the Scarlett
Can you please share how line in 5/6 work on this mixer? I connected my phone via aux cable in line5/6 1/8" jack , my phone showed headphone sign but can get nothing on mixer from phone. Please help whether it works this way only or I got a defective one
Make sure the volume on your phone is up and/or not of mute. Some phones automatically cut the sound when you plug the phone into another device so it doesn't play too loud by accident and possibly damage something. That said, depending on the phone, you may be able to use the phone as a transport and connect it directly to a dac. The one in a mixer is going to sound better than the one in your phone.
can anyone tell me how to connect my monitors to the Mackie?
Using cables is probably your best bet.
can i hook up an mixer/eq to my 2i2?
Yes, you can take the outputs (top right) and input them to the Scarlett
Come on bro, the focus rite connects to a pc which gives it more capabilities …
So does the ProFX6v3...
whats your thoughts on the notepad 8fx ?
I haven't been able to play with one yet, so I don't have many thoughts about it.
@@kettnercreative oh okay thanks
The Notepad is a better mixer in almost every category for the same price point. The Notepad can change its 'USB recording inputs' instead of just the forced Mix L+R on the Mackie. It has a true AUX buss in addition to the main mix. It has real FX send knobs for each channel. Its headphone output is NOT tied to the Mains like the Mackie. ( Super important if your tracking someone ) The Mackie has (1) FX engine and the effects are either on or off and can not be altered in any way. ( you can't adjust how long/short the delays are, etc. ) The Notepad has (3) FX engines and can use all 3 engines at the same time and they are editable WITH Tap Tempo! The Notepad has 8 full size channels ( 2 complete stereo ) in the same size package as Mackie's 4 channels with the 1/8 inch input. The notepad can have (2) completely independent headphone mixes ( mandatory when tracking with another musician/vocalist ). Same noise specs. Pretty substantial difference.
@@stevenhartwell i am probably going with a moto m2 instead of either of those
Hi , can u please help me how to record profx6v3 to android.. I bought one after watching this video along with an AKG p420 . I tried connecting to my Android through USB port but it's not working. Can u please help in this and share any way by means of which I can connect it to my Android.. I want to record separate tracks on my phone ..
I have the same needs. I want to connect the mixer to my mobile phone via USB and make a voice call.
I now have Mackie 402VLZ4. Separate the headphone and microphone jack of the phone with a Y wire, and then connect the mixer to the microphone jack. But sometimes the phone says that the microphone cannot be detected.
So I want to change 402VLZ4 to ProFX6v3, and connect to the phone via USB, it should be very reliable.
I don't think its bi-directional. You can use your phone as a transport and send the signal to the dac in your mixer, but I don't think you can go from the mixer to your phone. If you want to record the separate tracks from your mixer, use a computer. Its much simpler. You just have to make sure the audio interface in the mixer supports sending individual tracks through a usb connection. Some of them only send the 2 channel stereo main output through usb.
Use irig Device if you want to connect this to you smartphone
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I need to criticize while trying not to sound mean, but rather constructive. Sorry if i fail ;
*Please get to the points faster man .. you dont have to talk that much about useless details. Try to aim the important stuff. Its very boring the way you do it, and its sad, because we need videos like this...
But i honestly couldnt focus on what i needed to learn. I spent all my time skipping, trying to find the relevant stuffs... *
Again, i hope this could help.