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We’ve received a few questions about Mackie DL Series mixers and the new lightning connector Apple is using on the iPad (4th generation), iPhone 5 and iPad mini.

Mackie DL Series mixers currently support full wireless control using the new iPad (4^th generation) and iPad mini. Additionally, you can use Apple’s 30-pin to Lightning adapter cable to dock these newer devices. The iPad 2 is still sold new directly from Apple and is fully supported for use with DL mixers. That being said, we are working hard on a comprehensive solution for converting…

Control the mix onstage from your iPhone or iPod touch

There’s a powerful new control app on the way for the popular Mackie DL1608 and new DL806 Digital Live Sound Mixers – My Fader. Based on the acclaimed user interface and workflow of the

Ultra-compact, powerful and sonically advanced new system sets bar high for portable market

With the launch of the all-new Mackie DL806 and the first showing of DLM Series Powered Loudspeakers at Winter NAMM, Mackie proudly presents a new technology-packed live sound solution – the DL/DLM System.

“With a DL Series mixer and DLM loudspeakers, you have an extremely powerful and portable PA system with a level of innovation unparalleled at the price point,” commented John Boudreau, Mackie SVP. “We’ve…

Choice of Vintage or Modern Dynamics and Improved Snapshot Operation Lead Feature Updates

Mackie today announces the next update to the powerful Master Fader control application for the DL1608 and new DL806 digital live sound mixers. Master Fader v1.4 will deliver host of new features…

Well ain’t that something? Another update for your favorite control application. An updated version of the Master Fader control app for the Mackie DL1608 is now available. Master Fader v1.3 can be downloaded and installed directly on your iPad via the App Store. Or you can download it via iTunes on a…

Like you, we have just learned about the new iPad Mini and updated iPad 4th generation added to the more than 100 million iPad devices already in use. We are excited to evaluate, test and add DL1608 support for these new iPad models.

It’s important to understand, like all other third-party hardware manufacturers, we have not received any advanced information from Apple about the electrical and mechanical details of the new iPad devices.

At this time,…

Last week, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis performed atop the roof of Seattle’s Easy Street Records. Macklemore and Lewis recently saw their new album “The Heist” hit number one on the iTunes charts. You can imagine catching this surprise concert during the busy afternoon commute.

The sound was controlled by a Mackie DL1608. The monitor engineer had the…

That’s right, folks. Get rad. An updated version of the Master Fader control app for the Mackie DL1608 is now available. Master Fader v1.2 can be downloaded and installed directly on your iPad via the App Store. Or you can download it via iTunes on a Mac or PC through this link.

If you don’t know what version you are currently running then you…

We’re psyched to announce a big update for the Mackie Master Fader control app for the DL1608.

Download Master Fader v1.1

Updates include:

• Ability to store and recall presets for all plug-ins. Quickly dial in a channel. Factory and user-defined presets available.
• Snapshots and shows available. Store and instantly recall all aspects of any mix aside from mic preamp gain.
• Device configuration is now available. Configure up to ten iPad devices for wireless operation.

For full details about the Mackie DL1608 and Master Fader control app visit

The all-new Mackie DL1608 Digital Live Sound Mixer with iPad Control has garnered some serious attention from audio pros the world over since the unveiling earlier this year. With availability right around the corner, Mackie wants to inform and involve all the eager customers with a new DL1608 video podcast series. Podcast episodes will cover the basics, offer tips and tricks and get into advanced uses. Later episodes will be completely based around customers’ responses to an upcoming poll on Facebook and Twitter.

“We’ve re-defined the concept of live mixing…