Mackie ShowBox
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Mackie
ShowBox
Product Info
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The Mackie ShowBox is a seriously handy all-in-one package for singer-songwriters, solo acoustic acts, and smaller bands needing portable PA. It’s surprisingly powerful for its size and the built-in tools are a real time-saver. Just be mindful of its headroom if you’re playing to massive crowds.
Product Description
- Mackie ShowBox
- Battery-Powered All-In-One System
- With removable mixer
- Equipped with: 8" woofer
- 1" compression driver
- Power: 400 Watts
- Bluetooth
- 3-Band EQ
- Coverage pattern: 90° x 60°
- Voicing-Modes: Amp/PA
- indoor/outdoor
- Built-in looper and tuner
- Replaceable lithium-ion battery (included)
- Up to 12 hours battery life
- Microphone inputs: 2 x XLR and 4x 6.3 mm jack
- 1 x Send and 1 x return for effects
- Foot switch: 6.3 mm jack
- Aux input: 3.5 mm mini jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- Mix output: XLR
- USB-C
- MicroSD
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 300 × 500 × 249mm
- Weight. 9.53 kg
- Colour: Black
- Incl. stand mount for mixer and CAT 5 cable
- Suitable backpack: Art. #583773# (not included)
- Suitable foot switch: Art. #590125# (not included)
PROS
- • Excellent portability with integrated battery and handle.
- • Mackie's renowned DSP provides clean, powerful sound reproduction.
- • The built-in looper and tuner simplify solo performance workflows.
- • Versatile connectivity caters to diverse input sources and effects chains.
CONS
- • Limited headroom at higher volumes; may struggle with very loud gigs.
- • The 3-band EQ is basic; more advanced users will crave more control.
- • The compact design means some compromises in low-end extension.
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Key Features
Power (Watts)
400
Speaker Size
8" Woofer, 1" Compression Driver
Battery Life
Up to 12 hours
Bluetooth Version
Not Specified, Likely 5.0 or higher
Water Resistance
None Specified, Assume Indoor Use Only
Weight
9.53 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Expect shorter battery life—closer to 6-8 hours—at louder volumes. The 12-hour claim is likely at moderate levels.
Yes, the send/return loop allows you to integrate external effects pedals, offering more tonal shaping options than the built-in EQ.
The included mount is adequate for stable indoor setups, but a heavier-duty, third-party stand is recommended for outdoor or less-than-ideal surfaces.
