Until now, nightclubs, bands and houses of worship have had to choose between channel count and sound quality when looking for a reasonably priced mid-sized analog console. That was then, this is now. Introducing Mackie's flagship Onyx 4-Bus Series live sound consoles -- the standard in mid-format mixing. The Onyx 24.4 console upgrades the performance and functionality of the legendary Mackie SR24-4, while retaining the convenient 24-channel footprint. The greatly enhanced Onyx feature set includes 100mm Panasonic faders, premium mic preamps, completely redesigned analog circuitry, Perkins EQ, and a built-in assignable stereo compressor/limiter section -all at a price that won't break the bank.

Classic Sound, Modern Performance

- 18 award-winning Onyx mic preamps provide up to 60dB of gain
- Premium analog circuitry delivers studio-quality sound and keeps noise to a minimum
- Analog/USB channel strips with flexible routing
- Legendary Perkins “British style” EQ with sweepable midrange offers classic sounds of the 60’s and 70’s
- Robust digital effect engine, including user-customizable reverbs, delays, and more, with a dedicated FX EQ

Record and Playback via SD Card or USB

- High-resolution 96kHz / 24-bit multi-track recording to Mac/PC via USB
- Direct to SD card stereo recording and playback
- Channel-assignable 4-track USB return (2 stereo pairs)
- Send your Main Mix to USB via a dedicated switch

Studio Command - Powerful and Intuitive Full-Color Display and Single-Knob Interface

… read more - Easy navigation of FX parameters, onboard SD recording and playback
- Visually browse files on the SD card via the built-in display
- Dedicated physical buttons for Previous, Next, Record, and Play/Pause
- Store up to 6 user FX presets for easy recall

Professional High-Resolution FX Processor

- Utilize built-in effects for live performances, streams, and beyond
- Reverb, delay, chorus, and more
- Dial in the perfect sound with adjustable parameters and dedicated EQ

Bluetooth Streaming – Go Wireless

- Pair your Bluetooth enabled device and stream audio directly to a channel on the mixer
- Streamed audio can be routed to Aux Sends and the Main Mix

Powerful Mixing Toolkit

- 3-band Perkins EQ with On/Off hard bypass switch on all channels
- Hi-Z switches allows direct connection of guitars, basses, and other instruments
- 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels
- Stereo 1/8” input and Bluetooth streaming
- Stereo line inputs
- Aux/Monitor outputs with dedicated per-channel send control
- Dedicated Control Room outputs
- Headphone output with dedicated level control
- L/R Assign switch per channel
- 12-segment stereo meters
- Overload indicators on all channels
- PFL/AFL channel solo
- Footswitch input for FX Mute (footswitch not included)

Hit the Ground Running with Powerful Software and Plugins

- Pro Tools | First recording software and plugin bundle
- Musician Collection for Pro Tools | First, with 23 plugins like BBD Delay, Eleven Lite, 304E EQ, and 304C Compressor
- Waveform OEM recording software and plugin bundle
- DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM, with 16 powerful plugins like Equaliser, Compressor, Reverber8, and Limiter

Rugged Chassis and Professional Design

- Backlit Mute and Solo buttons provide a positive tactile feel and clear visual feedback
- Sealed rotary encoder resists dust and grime
- Built-Like-A-Tank heavy steel chassis
- High-visibility, high-contrast controls
- Rugged, QuickGrip side cheeks offer convenient mobility and protection read less