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Compact silver audio mixer with eight channels, low-profile knobs and faders, steel chassis visible from above

Mackie

Mackie 802-VLZ4 8-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer

SKU CH-5CXN-NJDPZ

An 8-channel ultra-compact mixer with Onyx preamps, phantom power, instrument inputs and level metering in a 10.7×8.9×1.8 in steel chassis weighing 4.5 lbs

  • Type8-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer
  • Accessory TypeMixer
  • Channels8
  • Dimension10.7x8.9x1.8 in
  • Weight4.5 lbs
  • Onyx preamps deliver clean gain with maximum headroom and low noise
  • Ultra-compact 10.7 x 8.9 x 1.8 in footprint fits tight desk spaces
  • Lightweight 4.5 lbs steel chassis withstands transport and daily use
  • Eight channels with phantom power and instrument inputs cover diverse sources
  • High-contrast controls give tactile precision for fast level adjustments

Compact 8-channel mixer for small sessions

The Mackie 802-VLZ4 is an 8-channel ultra-compact mixer built around Onyx microphone preamps in a desk-friendly footprint. It suits home studios, podcast setups and small live rigs that need clean gain without a large console. The solid-steel chassis and high-contrast controls give a durable, tactile surface for precise level changes.

Fits tight workspaces and simple signal chains

At 10.7 by 8.9 by 1.8 inches and 4.5 lbs it sits on a desktop or slides into a shallow rack shelf, leaving room for monitors and outboard gear. Two instrument-level inputs let you plug guitars or keyboards directly, while phantom power supports condenser microphones without extra boxes. Level metering on each channel keeps gain staging visible during tracking or streaming.

Passive cooling keeps noise out of recordings

The all-analogue circuit draws modest power from an external supply and runs without fans, so the mixer adds no mechanical noise to quiet passages. Steel construction shields the preamps from electromagnetic interference in crowded equipment racks. With no moving parts, thermal load stays low during extended sessions, maintaining consistent headroom and low noise floor.

Highlights

  • Onyx preamps deliver clean gain with maximum headroom and low noise
  • Ultra-compact 10.7 x 8.9 x 1.8 in footprint fits tight desk spaces
  • Lightweight 4.5 lbs steel chassis withstands transport and daily use
  • Eight channels with phantom power and instrument inputs cover diverse sources
  • High-contrast controls give tactile precision for fast level adjustments

Specifications

BrandMackie
SeriesVLZ4
Model802VLZ4
Part Number802VLZ4
Type8-Channel Ultra-Compact Mixer
Accessory TypeMixer
Channels8
Dimension10.7x8.9x1.8 in
Weight4.5 lbs

Questions about this item

How many channels can I mix simultaneously before I run out of inputs?

The mixer provides eight channels, each with its own input, so you can handle up to eight sources at once.

Does the steel chassis and compact size keep it cool and quiet during an all-day session?

The solid-steel chassis acts as a heatsink and the unit has no fan, so it runs silently and stays at a safe temperature for continuous use.

What cables or connectors do I need to start using the Onyx preamps right away?

You will need XLR cables for microphones and 1/4-inch TRS or TS cables for line-level or instrument sources; phantom power is built in for condenser mics.

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