DLZ Creator XS Digital Mixer for Podcasting / Streaming

Mackie DLZ Creator XS – Digital Mixer for Podcasting & Streaming

Overview

The Mackie DLZ Creator XS is a compact, adaptive digital mixer designed to help content creators achieve professional results with ease. Ideal for podcasts, YouTube production and live streaming, the DLZ Creator XS delivers the same powerful DSP processing and intelligent features found in the larger DLZ Creator model, all in a portable format.

Featuring Mix Agent™ virtual audio assistant and AutoMix technology, this smart mixer automatically guides users through setup and optimises levels in real time — making studio-quality sound accessible to beginners and professionals alike.

Intelligent Mixing with DLZ Control Modes

DLZ Creator XS adapts to your experience level with multiple control modes, offering everything from guided setup to full manual control. Mix Agent™ helps configure gain levels and settings, while AutoMix manages multiple microphones seamlessly during live discussions.

• DLZ Control Modes for different skill levels
• Mix Agent™ virtual audio assistant
• AutoMix automatic mic level balancing

Professional Audio Processing

Equipped with powerful onboard DSP, the DLZ Creator XS provides studio-grade processing tools for polished and broadcast-ready sound.

• 3-band parametric EQ
• Noise gate & De-Esser
• Compressor
• Atomizer Reverb & Chronotronic Delay
• Fun voice-changing effects

The renowned Onyx80 mic preamps deliver up to 80dB of clean gain, ensuring excellent performance even with low-output dynamic microphones.

Flexible Connectivity

• 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs
• Stereo channel with dual 1/4” TRS inputs
• Stereo 1/8” TRS input
• Stereo bi-directional Bluetooth channel
• 14x4 USB-C audio interface (Mac/PC)

Record directly to MicroSD or USB flash drive, or connect to your computer via USB-C for multitrack recording and streaming.

Touchscreen Control & Custom Pads

A vibrant 7” high-resolution full-colour touchscreen with anti-glare coating makes navigation intuitive and fast. Customizable pads allow you to trigger samples, toggle effects or execute commands such as fade and ducking during live productions.

Key Features

• Compact digital mixer for podcasting and streaming
• 7” high-resolution touchscreen display
• Mix Agent™ & AutoMix technologies
• Onyx80 mic preamps with up to 80dB gain
• Professional DSP processing
• USB-C 14x4 audio interface
• MicroSD & USB direct recording
• Bluetooth audio connectivity
• Customisable trigger pads

Specifications

Applications

Perfect for podcasters, YouTubers, live streamers, content creators and small production studios seeking professional sound with an intuitive and intelligent workflow.

Q&A

Q: Is this suitable for beginners?
A: Yes, Mix Agent™ guides users through setup, making it ideal for beginners while still offering advanced controls for professionals.

Q: Can I record without a computer?
A: Yes, you can record directly to a MicroSD card or USB flash drive.

Q: Does it support Bluetooth audio?
A: Yes, it features a stereo bi-directional Bluetooth channel for wireless audio integration.