The Mackie Master Fader™ 5.2.1 app provides complete wireless control over your Mackie DL32R, DC16, DL32S, DL16S, DL1608 and DL806 wireless digital mixer. Proven at more than 5 million live mixes worldwide, the incredibly intuitive Master Fader control app is packed with powerful processing and a rich set of mixing tools for any professional application. Master Fader is the heart of any DL Series system with a proven, intuitive workflow that leads the industry. Only Mackie can deliver the ease-of-use that Master Fader delivers. With a completely customizable UI that is scalable for users of any skill level, Master Fader is the most adaptable control app available. A DL Series mixer is required for audio mixing and processing.
Need ability to EQ on iPhone
This app doesn’t seem to have the ability to alter the EQ when I use it on my iPhone. Can you please add this feature or point me in the direction for how I can do this? It is very frustrating that I need my laptop in order to change the EQ. Thanks!
Unreliable
Completely disconnected after two songs during a gig. Router is fine. Had two iPads. Works great but will completely screw you over randomly.
The revised version is great
I’m a fan of Mackie products. I own a DL32R, a DL1608. I use MF5 several times a week with no issues. It’s the most intuitive control app I’ve worked with for digital mixers. The only issue remains that when there is a disconnection, the app creates a duplicate scene. Mackie has been aware of this for a while, but hasn’t addressed the issue. It’s not a major flaw, more of an annoyance. I periodically delete the duplicates.
Props!
Credit where credit is due. I can’t say my experience has been utterly flawless, but on the whole I think Mackie deserves better than a 3.1 (as of today) average rating. Once I upgraded my router from AC1200 to AC1750 any lag, latency, and connection issues were gone. It’s powerful and intuitive. I’ll gladly welcome improvements, updates, and additions, but this is a great platform.
Offline Editting?
Building a show offline was a huge time saver for me with Master Fader 4. The night before a gig, I could get my show file built without pulling my rack out. Minus the addition of a 4th effect unit and a few “new” DC16 features, this is a massive downgrade from Master Fader 4. Along with no App update in two years, its clear Mackie has no interest in supporting this product anymore. Sorry Mackie but I’m upgrading to an X32 or an M32.
stopped working
it use to work great on my mac, still works on ipad perfectly, but need it on my mac...connects to the wifi but will not allow device to show up
NO AUX FROM MAIN MIX
Master fader 4 would allow me to assign an Aux to my main mix. Have the DL16S. CAN NOT control the monitor volume from my main mix. I’ve questioned forums and FOH engineers with no luck. I run karaoke shows so I need control of the monitor and mix, not my singers.. Back to Soundcraft UI I guess..
The Mackie Master Fader 5.2.1 update fixes compatibility issues with iOS16.
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