ONYX 800R

Onyx 800R Block Diagram

48V

500

1300 2400

 

300

 

Channel 1

 

Mic

Mic

 

Impedance

 

 

Line

2

 

 

 

Mic 1

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

Line-

OL

0 -20

Gain

Mic: 0 to +60 dB Line: –20 to +40 dB

+

-Phase

Low Cut

75Hz

to A/D

+Line Out

Ch 1/Left

M/S

Matrix

48V

Channel 2

300 500 1300 2400

 

OL

 

 

0

Mic

Mic

-20

Impedance

Line

Gain

to A/D

2

Mic 1

3

Line

48V

Channels 3-6

2

Mic 1

3

+

-

Mic

Line

Mic: 0 to +60 dB Line: –20 to +40 dB

+

-Phase

Low Cut

75Hz

OL

0 -20

+

-Phase

+Line Out

Ch 2/Right

to A/D

+Line Out

Line

Line Inputs

48V

Channels 7-8

2

Mic 1

3

Line

Hi-Z

+

-

Mic

Line

+

-

Mic: 0 to +60 dB Line: –20 to +40 dB

Hi-Z: –20 to +40 dB

Gain

+

-

Mic/Line

Hi-Z

Low Cut

75Hz

OL

0 -20

Phase

Low Cut

75Hz

Line Outputs

+Line Out

to A/D

 

Sample Rate

 

88.2 kHz

96 kHz

 

48 kHz

176.4 kHz

 

44.1 kHz

192 kHz

Lock

 

 

32 kHz

External

 

MACKIE ONYX 800R BLOCK DIAGRAM (#04/21/04_DF)

Ch 1

A/D

Conversion

Ch 8

24-bit

Dithered 16-bit

FPGA

Word Clock

Single/

Pro/

Impedance

Termination

Dual

Consumer

75/110

Off/75

Wire

 

 

Word Clock

Input

ADAT 1 ADAT

Optical

ADAT 2 Out

AES/EBU

S/PDIF

Out

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Mackie owner manual Onyx 800R Block Diagram

800R specifications

The Mackie 800R is a high-performance 8-channel microphone preamp that is designed for recording professionals and studios that demand exceptional sound quality and flexibility. This versatile unit stands out due to its robust build quality, advanced features, and user-friendly operation, making it a vital addition to any audio setup.

One of the main features of the Mackie 800R is its high-quality mic preamps, which employ the renowned Onyx technology. The Onyx preamps are characterized by their high headroom, low noise, and excellent linearity, resulting in clear, detailed sound reproduction. Each channel provides a gain range of up to 60 dB, allowing it to accommodate a wide variety of microphones, from dynamic to condenser, ensuring your recordings are always crisp and professional.

The 800R also includes eight balanced TRS outputs, which allow for seamless integration with mixers and audio interfaces. This flexibility simplifies the workflow in any recording environment, making it easy to patch into existing setups. Additionally, the unit features both analog and digital outputs, providing options for connecting to ADAT and S/PDIF devices, further enhancing its versatility.

Another notable characteristic of the Mackie 800R is its user-friendly interface. Each channel is equipped with a direct output, a 48V phantom power switch, and a -20dB pad, which allows users to tailor their settings on the fly. The built-in LED indicators provide visual feedback on signal levels, ensuring that users can easily monitor their inputs.

This preamp is also designed for durability with its solid metal chassis, which is built to withstand the rigors of both studio and live environments. Its compact size makes it ideal for mobile setups, allowing engineers to take high-quality audio with them wherever they go.

In summary, the Mackie 800R is a powerful and reliable microphone preamp that provides outstanding sound quality and flexibility for recording engineers and musicians alike. With advanced Onyx preamp technology, multiple output options, and a user-friendly design, the 800R stands out as an essential tool for anyone serious about capturing high-fidelity audio.