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product_id: 1792624
title: "Mackie Onyx Blackbird Premium 16x16 FireWire Recording Interface with Tracktion 3 Music Production Software"
brand: "mackie"
price: "A$1171"
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reviews_count: 8
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# Zero-latency DSP Matrix Mixer 114dB dynamic range AD/DA converters 8 boutique Onyx mic preamps Mackie Onyx Blackbird Premium 16x16 FireWire Recording Interface with Tracktion 3 Music Production Software

**Brand:** mackie
**Price:** A$1171
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your studio game with Mackie Blackbird — where pro sound meets zero compromise!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mackie Onyx Blackbird Premium 16x16 FireWire Recording Interface with Tracktion 3 Music Production Software by mackie
- **How much does it cost?** A$1171 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- mackie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mackie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Eight boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps deliver pristine, professional-grade audio fidelity with ultra-low noise.
- • **All-in-One Powerhouse:** Includes Tracktion 3 Music Production Software and functions as a standalone 8-channel preamp rack—your complete recording solution.
- • **Dynamic Range Mastery:** High-end Cirrus Logic converters provide an expansive 114dB dynamic range for crystal-clear 24-bit/96kHz recordings.
- • **Expand Your Soundscape:** Built-in 8x8 ADAT I/O and wordclock support offer ultimate expandability for growing studios and live setups.
- • **Latency? What Latency?:** Blackbird Control DSP Matrix Mixer enables zero-latency tracking and flexible routing for seamless live and studio workflows.

## Overview

The Mackie Onyx Blackbird Premium 16x16 FireWire Recording Interface combines eight boutique Onyx mic preamps with high-end 24-bit/96kHz Cirrus Logic converters, delivering industry-leading audio fidelity and ultra-low noise. Featuring a powerful DSP Matrix Mixer for zero-latency tracking and flexible routing, plus 8x8 ADAT I/O for expandability, it’s a versatile, rackmount-ready solution bundled with Tracktion 3 software—ideal for professional studios and live setups seeking premium sound quality and workflow efficiency.

## Description

Mackie’s Onyx Blackbird Premium 16x16 FireWire Recording Interface delivers industry-leading recording quality via eight boutique-quality Onyx preamps and high-end 24-bit/96kHz conversion in a sleek rackmount design. True analog hardware monitoring, in both mono and stereo, provide simple zero-latency recording, while onboard wordclock and 8x8 ADAT I/O allow for ultimate expandability. Two front panel “Super Channels” provide quick access to crucial recording tools and the powerful Blackbird Control DSP Matrix Mixer allows for quick mix creation and routing of any input to any output. Plus, since it works as a standalone 8-channel preamp rack, Blackbird offers a single box solution ready for integration into your studio or digital live setup.

Review: Five Stars - Amazing Interface😃😃😃👍
Review: Won't work for OS X Yosemite!!! - Does not work with Mac Yosemite. I'd rather not have to go back to Mavericks because I use my laptop for more than just recording. Apparently there are some hacky fixes but Mackie has no updates for their drivers and it seems like this is a problem for them in the past. I think I'm just going to save up a bit and buy an Apogee. It's more expensive but they seem to care about keeping their customers up to date. I've contacted Mackie several times and they won't even confirm that they're really working on it. It's not even heavy enough to make for a decent door stop. On their Facebook page they just ignore everyone asking for an update...this is really annoying. Plenty of other companies have made the update...hire some college kid to get some school credit and have him do it. They had months of Yosemite beta testing. If you don't like updating your projects for Mac's then just don't even bother to offer them. These aren't tube amps where it'll be fine as is for decades. Software based hardware needs to be attended to and Mackie apparently doesn't care for existing companies.

## Features

- Eight boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps with class-leading fidelity and dynamic range
- High-headroom design with ultra-low noise and distortion
- High-end Cirrus Logic AD/DA converters with 114dB dynamic range (A-weighted)
- Includes Tracktion 3 Music Production Software
- Includes powerful Blackbird Control DSP Matrix Mixer o Route any input to any output o Zero-latency tracking of all inputs o Quickly set up independent mixes for headphones and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003VZADTE |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Customer Reviews | 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars (9) |
| Date First Available | June 12, 2007 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 10.2 pounds |
| Item model number | Onyx Blackbird |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Product Dimensions | 14 x 20.6 x 4 inches |
| Supported Software | Logic, SONAR, Cubase, Ableton Live, Final Cut Pro & 160 and more |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Mackie
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer
- **Connectivity Technology:** Firewire
- **Number of Channels:** 8
- **Supported Software:** Logic, SONAR, Cubase, Ableton Live, Final Cut Pro & 160 and more

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars
*by G***Y on January 30, 2015*

Amazing Interface😃😃😃👍

### ⭐ Won't work for OS X Yosemite!!!
*by J***R on November 16, 2014*

Does not work with Mac Yosemite. I'd rather not have to go back to Mavericks because I use my laptop for more than just recording. Apparently there are some hacky fixes but Mackie has no updates for their drivers and it seems like this is a problem for them in the past. I think I'm just going to save up a bit and buy an Apogee. It's more expensive but they seem to care about keeping their customers up to date. I've contacted Mackie several times and they won't even confirm that they're really working on it. It's not even heavy enough to make for a decent door stop. On their Facebook page they just ignore everyone asking for an update...this is really annoying. Plenty of other companies have made the update...hire some college kid to get some school credit and have him do it. They had months of Yosemite beta testing. If you don't like updating your projects for Mac's then just don't even bother to offer them. These aren't tube amps where it'll be fine as is for decades. Software based hardware needs to be attended to and Mackie apparently doesn't care for existing companies.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it so far
*by T***8 on March 20, 2012*

The preamps are very clean and true tRue to the original signal. I got this to be able to record drums at my home studio and the first session was very successful. The sound quality was really good! I used it in combination with some out board gear and it interfaced great. I have experienced some pops during playback due to a lack of DSP on my computer but only when running a lot of VST UGINS. There is also a little bit of latency while tracking but not too bad. This is a great piece to use in combination with outboard preamps but not recomended for a beginner who wants to record at home.

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