Korg MW-1608 NT
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MW-1608 NT
Product Info
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The MW-1608 NT is a solid, versatile mixer bridging the analogue and digital worlds. It's a great choice for gigging bands, smaller studios, or anyone needing flexible routing and a clean, reliable sound; the integrated effects and monitor section are real time-savers.
Product Description
- Korg MW-1608 NT
- 16-Channel Analogue/Digital Hybrid Mixer
- 8 Channels for sub-groups - 4 stereo groups
- HiVolt microphone preamplifier with high headroom
- Single-knob compressor on all microphone channels
- Feedback suppression
- 31-Band spectrum analyser and optimised "break" system
- Velvet Sound AD/DA converter
- LCD display
- "Musician's Phones" monitor section for raising the monitoring level of two musicians without affecting the AUX or MAIN mixes
- Mute groups for quick muting and unmuting of multiple channels
- 8-Bus configuration for recording and live mixing with one SoundLink
- 20 32-bit digital effects (10 simultaneous each with storable settings)
- ALPS rotary controls
- +48V Phantom power
- Built-in power supply
- With wooden side panels
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 396 x 187 x 530 mm
- Weight: 8 kg
- *Connections: *
- 16 Microphone inputs: XLR
- 16 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Main outputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Monitor outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 8 Group outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 4 AUX outputs: XLR (2x Musician's Phones output 6.3 mm jack)
- Foot switch input
- Talkback input: XLR
PROS
- • ALPS rotary controls offer a refined, precise feel for mixing.
- • HiVolt preamps deliver clean gain and surprising headroom.
- • The inMusician's Phonesin feature is a genuinely useful live addition.
- • Wooden side panels add a touch of class and dampen vibrations.
CONS
- • The 8-bus configuration might feel limiting for complex recording setups.
- • The single-knob compressor, while convenient, lacks nuanced control.
- • The physical size makes it less ideal for very compact mobile rigs.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
16
Aux Sends
4
EQ Bands
31
Effects
20
Phantom Power
Yes
Weight
17.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a helpful tool for taming problem frequencies, but it’s not a magic bullet – proper gain staging and room acoustics still matter.
Yes, the AD/DA conversion is a significant step up, providing a cleaner, more detailed sound, especially noticeable during recording.
While it can be used for basic stem recording, the limited number of buses restricts flexibility compared to mixers with more extensive routing options.
