mackie 1604VLZ4 mixer

MACKIE 1604 VLZ4 Mixer Review

By Chris Devine

PROS: Well built, great sounding EQ, useful in several formats. CONS: Might be overkill for small bands. PRICE: $899 Not too long ago, the quality-to-price factor in compact mixers was pretty sad....

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MACKIE MR6mk3 Studio Monitors Review

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