800-ZZOUNDS (800-996-8637)

Mention reference number L2T4VJ7 when you call.

Contact | Hours | FAQ | My Order

4 Payments No Interest

Free Shipping No Sales Tax

Lowest Price Guarantee

Cart

Mackie 406M Powered Mixer (Mono, 500 Watts)

500 Watt, 6 mic/line channel powered mixer.

enlarge

User Ratings

Overall

Sound

Features

Quality

Value

Manufacturer Support

The Wow Factor

What do you think? Rate and Review This Product

"Great sound quality, but needs more power...especially for the price." submitted September 18, 2004

By a customer from comcast.net

Overall

Sound

Features

Quality

Value

Musical Background: Sound Technition, Karaoke Host, MC

Back to Product Information

Sound: Sound quality is outstanding even when pushing unit to the limits. Feature: High quality sound processer. Also has built in compressor, tho I don't notice any difference in the sound when it is activated. Quality: I have used this unit 3-4 nights a week and have had no problems with it at all. I would say the quality is there. Value: This mixer is a high quality reliable unit, but is is drastically underpowered for the price. I paid 579.00 for it new. Mackie advertises it at a 500 watt amp, which is true, but that is at 2 ohms. Its probably closer to 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms. There are many other reliable units with much more power and equal number of features for much less money. Manufacturer Support: have not had to deal with customer support. Overall: Nice features, good quality, just needs more power and a better price.

5 of 5 people (100%) found this review helpful. Did you?

Thanks for your opinion!

close [x]

Thank you. Your vote has been counted. Could you briefly tell us why the review was or was not helpful?

"Nice product for the price really. Works great too!" submitted July 11, 2004

Overall

Sound

Features

Quality

Value

The Wow Factor

Music Style: classic rock and new country and Blues

Back to Product Information

Sound: Sounds ok. I use it with a recorded Bass and drum track at live perfrmances and it had performed ok so far. Wish I would have gotten the next size up though. Feature: The oversized cooling fins I think are a feature concidering I have used fan cooled systems and this runs quieter. Quality: So far everything is working as advertised. I do wish there was a quieter "break switch" though. It makes a pretty good POP when activated. Value: Good price for what you get. heavy duty little unit. Manufacturer Support: No comment as I have had no problem with this unit. The Wow Factor: Unit looks good. i like the way it has the handle built into the side of it for ease of transporting Overall: I will gve it a 8 for overall.

5 of 5 people (100%) found this review helpful. Did you?

Thanks for your opinion!

close [x]

Thank you. Your vote has been counted. Could you briefly tell us why the review was or was not helpful?

"Good value for the first-time powered mixer buyer on a budget..." submitted November 19, 2005

Overall

Sound

Features

Quality

Value

Manufacturer Support

Musical Background: Active Musician

Music Style: Acoustic blues, ragtime, folk, etc.

Back to Product Information

Sound: Sound seems ok to me. Though I believe the sound quality from my (acoustic) guitar has more to do with the quality of the guitar processor I use. But the Mackie does a good job of faithfully reproducing that good sound. Feature: This is the first professional-looking powered mixer I'd used so I didn't know what to expect. I would have rated this section higher had it had the ability to provide separate monitor mixes (volume levels) for two guitarists. This model doesn't so I'll be looking to upgrade soon. If it had that ability, and was a bit higher-powered, I doubt I'd be getting rid of it so soon. Quality: No complaints about the quality. Value: I bought the thing used. For the price I paid (about $450.00) I'd say it was good quality. Like some other people I wish it had more power. Another reason I might upgrade. Manufacturer Support: I've never had to use their service but I'll rate it high because I rarely hear from anyone who has had a problem with Mackies support. Overall: Other than not having separate monitor mixes, and it needing a bit more power, I'd hold on to it. As it is I need to look at an alternative for the reasons stated.

Did you find this review helpful?

Thanks for your opinion!

close [x]

Thank you. Your vote has been counted. Could you briefly tell us why the review was or was not helpful?

Questions? Our gear experts can help!

800-zZounds (800-996-8637)

Mention Reference Number L2T4VJ7 When You Call. Toll Free En Español: 800-460-7976 m-f 1AM to 1AM EST Follow zZounds on:

Customize Search Results for Your Location

Sitemap View Our Sitemap Contact Us By Email Place a Purchase Order Return Request

Let Us Help You FAQs Product Condition Shipping Information Payment Options Order Verification Returns Affiliate Program Join Our Affiliate Program

[x] close

Send cool stuff to my old-fashioned mailbox, too

To get your cool stuff, we'll need your address:

Available on
orders $249+

learn more

Need it now but short of cash? All we need is the first payment up front and the rest in easy monthly payments!

Fast approval.: We approve everyone, with very few exceptions, as long as we can verify your identity.
No interest. Ever.: It's just as if you paid the whole amount up front!
No paperwork. Nothing to track.: No application to mail or fax, no bills to pay. We automatically charge the payments to your credit card.

We'll wait on your money so you don't have to wait for your gear!

When you checkout, just click the Play as you Pay checkbox to indicate which installment plan you wish to use.

on most orders $49+

Just $2.99 on
smaller orders

Really heavy stuff might cost you a
little more

learn more

Why fight traffic and pushy salesmen when we'll bring your gear straight to your home, free of charge?

zZounds free shipping is really free!: No hidden charges or hassles on returns.
Fast, reliable delivery: We have warehouses on both coasts, so most shipments arrive in 3 days or less.
We don't collect sales tax. Bonus!: Only NJ residents pay tax during checkout.

A guarantee so solid, you never have to worry about price when shopping at zZounds

We'll beat any price: Simply click the Seen it for less? link next to the gear you want or call us at 800-zZounds (800-996-8637)
Got a coupon from another site?: Use it with us - we'll beat those prices, too!
Find a better price after buying from us?: No problem. We'll refund you the difference for 30 days, so you'll never regret buying from zZounds.

You'll still get the trustworthy service you've come to expect from zZounds, without paying more for your gear!