Mackie 1402 vs. CFX 12

[Jules]

Hi,
I'm just one step from buying a Mackie Mixer (basicly because of the good pre-amps). What I need is 6 or 8 mic-in's with pre-amps.
So the 1402 mixer would be almost perfect, costs about $600.
But there's also the CFX 12. It costs only about $150 more but has got even 8 mic-ins, a graphic EQ and an effect processor.
So what I wonder is:
Has the CFX the same type of good pre-amps like the 1402? Does anybody know this or worked with CFX mixers, help me plz!
Thanks
Jules

[MISTERQCUE]

The difference between the VLZ line of mixers and the CFX are VLZ's have XDR hi-quality pre's, whereas the CFX doesn't. The CFX series are mixers designed for live use hence the inclusion of onboard digital effects while the VLZ's are designed for recording.

[vox]

I'd go for the 1402 because of the better pre's and put the $150 towards a lexicon processor.

I havent used the CFX, but usually those built in FX are pretty limited.

[Jules]

Allright, so what I need is nothing but a VLZ, no doubt
Thanks for the answer
Jules

[Tuner]

Firstly, check out the Soundcraft Spirit FX8 (8 channels with Direct outs). IMO the pre-amps match those of the VLZ and the EQ is a helluva lot better. The built-in Lexicon FX are OK if you mess around with them and learn them.

[Jules]

Wow, Soundcraft is even cheaper plus more features.
But are these really pre-amps similar to the hi-quality Mackie XDR pre-amps???

I need good pre's because my main purpose is HD-recording via a Delta 44 (later maybe two Delta 44's).
8 mic-in's would be perfect. The 1402 's got only six but it's okay if I have spent the bills rather on pre-amp quality than on the no. of channels.
I've heard a lot about Mackie, lotta people recommend Mackie, heard very few about soundcraft... so don't know...

Jules