Sitting on a Mackie 1604

[Walt-Dogg]

So I've been sitting on this Mackie 1604-VLZ Pro with some problems with the L/R outs. I don't recall but the last time I used the mixer I think the left output was cutting out. Anywho, is there anything worthwhile in this mixer worth pulling, reworking and rehousing for new purposes? I know the pres in this mixer are supposed to be good. But I haven't heard about anyone doing this before to one.

 

[ecc83]

Why not try to fix it?
I have just pulled the manual on it and that is a pretty well specified mixer.

There is a guy on the noobs section who has a 1010lt soundcard. That mixer with its direct outs would be just the very job!

Dave.

 

[ronerone]

Hi Walt-Dogg,

Look for "mackie ribbon cable issue" on Google.
Good luck... the best will probably to negociate with loud technology service center to have it repaired.

regards,

Ron.

 

[drumslinger]

You can look into getting a ribbon kit which you can get at most music stores or call Mackie and request a ribbon set version G. Also try using DeOxit on the connections. The ribbon set will probably run between $120 to $150 a set OR if you really want a challenge, you can make your own ribbon cables provided you have good soldering skills.