Mackie Onyx Producer 2·2 USB Audio/MIDI Interface

The Mackie Onyx Producer 2·2 is a USB audio/MIDI interface designed for high-resolution recording and monitoring in home and project studios. With its dual Onyx microphone preamps, combo XLR-1/4" inputs, and 5-pin MIDI I/O, the unit is particularly suitable for singer-songwriters and producers who make use of MIDI instruments and MIDI hardware. In your own project studio, you'll be able to connect to your monitors by means of the 1/4" jacks located on the rear of the unit. The interface is relatively lightweight at 1.4 lb and provides a 1/4" headphone output, so you can take it with you wherever you go. Mackie's all-metal chassis hardware design aids in this endeavor, giving you a robust, roadworthy chassis for the circuitry inside. Should you monitor through headphones, a direct monitor knob is provided, which mitigates any latency as you record your audio. At minimum value, the knob ensures that you hear your direct input from the preamps. At maximum, you'll hear the signal as it's routed through the DAW. Use the knob to blend between the two extremes if you wish. The unit is designed to connect to your Mac or Windows computer over USB, and is bus powered by the host computer. The Onyx Producer 2·2 features a download for ProTools | First and Waveform software and The Musician's Collection plug-in package including 23 high-quality plugins with BBD Delay, Level Lite, 304E EQ, and 304C Compressor. To authorize the software, simply input the mixer's serial number on the website.
Analog Circuitry
The Onyx Producer 2·2 delivers high headroom and low noise by means of its analog circuitry, including its Onyx mic preamps.
5-Pin DIN MIDI I/O
Two 5-pin MIDI jacks are providedone for accepting MIDI signals and another for outputting MIDI to compatible devices.
Direct Monitoring
A true analog monitoring path allows you to hear audio directly from the preamps as you record, so you can eliminate the latency of hearing the audio through your DAW. The knob allows you to blend between direct monitoring and listening off your DAW.
Bus Powered
The interface features connectivity over USB 2.0 for fast data transfers and minimal latency. It's also bus powered through this port, meaning no external power is required. The unit is compatible with Core Audio and ASIO drivers.
All-Metal Chassis Design
The Onyx Series Producer gives you an all-metal enclosure and heavy-duty potentiometers, as well as a robust internal construction.
Key Features at a Glance
Dual Onyx mic preamps
Combo XLR-1/4" TRS inputs accept mic, line, or instrument sources
One Hi-Z switch per channel
+48V phantom power for use with condenser mics
2x2 interface recording up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
Zero-latency direct monitoring of analog inputs
Dedicated 1/4" TRS outputs for connecting studio monitors
MIDI I/O for connecting synths, controllers and more
1/4" headphone output
Bus powered for easy mobile recording with no power adapter needed
USB 2.0 connectivity for fast transfer speed and low latency
All-metal enclosure design to survive day-to-day abuse
Compatible with all major DAWs on Mac or Windows
Professional Production Content
Content Pro Tools | First and Waveform OEM professional software and plugin packages included
The DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM includes 16 powerful plugins like Equalizer, Compressor, Reverber8, and Limiter
Included Software from Avid, including Pro Tools | First An industry standard for decades, Pro Tools | First is easy enough for beginners yet sophisticated enough for experienced musicians. Get many of the same tools used by your favorite artists and recording studios. And now you can collaborate online with anyone, anywhere, and create at the speed of your imagination. Available for macOS and Windows operating systems.
In addition to the powerful plug-ins within Pro Tools | First, this mixer comes with the exclusive Mackie Musician Collection