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Mackie MCU Pro + MCU XT Pro Professional DAW Control Surface System
£568
Very GoodReverb1d ago
Sold by
M
Marcin's Pro-Audio Boutique
Details
- First Seen
- 24 October 2026
- Last Seen
- 25 October 2026
- Times Seen
- 3
About this listing
Mackie MCU Pro + MCU XT Pro Professional DAW Control Surface System is a used item in very good condition, listed on Reverb. The asking price is £568. It is offered by Marcin's Pro-Audio Boutique through Reverb. It is in our Controllers & MIDI category. Used Gear Hunter first saw this listing on 24 October 2026 and last saw it on 25 October 2026. It has been seen 3 times in our scans. Prices are converted from the seller's currency when we scan the listing, so the amount you pay may differ slightly. The seller sets shipping, and import duty or VAT may apply, so check the final cost and the item's details on Reverb before buying.
From the seller
For sale is a professional Mackie MCU Pro DAW control surface together with the Mackie MCU XT Pro expansion unit, providing a comprehensive hardware control solution for recording, mixing, editing, and music production.
This combination offers a total of 16 motorized channel faders plus a dedicated master fader, allowing intuitive, hands-on control of digital audio workstation software.
Both units have been used in a recording studio and show normal signs of wear, including minor scratches, scuffs, and surface marks. Please refer to the original photographs for an accurate representation of their cosmetic condition.
The faders and buttons are reported to be functioning correctly.
Mackie MCU Pro – Main Control Surface
The Mackie MCU Pro is a professional DAW controller designed to bring the tactile experience of a traditional mixing console into a computer-based recording environment.
Its comprehensive control layout enables users to manage tracks, automation, transport functions, and mixing parameters directly from the hardware, reducing dependence on a computer mouse and keyboard.
Key Features
– 8 touch-sensitive, motorized channel faders
– Dedicated motorized master fader
– Mackie Control Universal protocol
– Large LCD display for channel names, parameters, and track information
– Dedicated transport controls including Play, Stop, Record, Rewind, and Fast Forward
– Jog/shuttle wheel for precise navigation and editing
– Dedicated channel controls for Mute, Solo, Record Arm, and Select
– Rotary V-Pot encoders for parameter adjustment
– Dedicated automation controls
– Track and channel banking functions
– Function keys and assignable controls
– MIDI connectivity for integration with compatible DAW systems
– Expandable architecture supporting additional MCU XT Pro units
Mackie MCU XT Pro – Expansion Controller
The Mackie MCU XT Pro is a dedicated expansion unit designed to extend the capabilities of the MCU Pro control surface.
It adds eight additional motorized channel faders, allowing simultaneous hands-on control of more tracks without constantly switching between channel banks.
Key Features
– 8 additional touch-sensitive, motorized faders
– Dedicated LCD display for channel and parameter information
– 8 rotary V-Pot encoders
– Dedicated Mute, Solo, Record Arm, and Select buttons for each channel
– Seamless integration with the Mackie MCU Pro system
– Expanded physical control over multitrack recording and mixing sessions
– Professional studio-oriented construction
Combined System Capabilities
When used together, the MCU Pro and MCU XT Pro provide a powerful and flexible DAW control environment.
– 16 motorized channel faders
– 1 additional motorized master fader
– 16 rotary channel encoders
– Dedicated transport and navigation controls
– Convenient access to track functions and automation
– Improved workflow when working with large recording and mixing sessions
– Hands-on control of multiple channels simultaneously
– Expandable hardware mixing environment
The system is particularly useful for engineers and producers who prefer physical controls over exclusively mouse-based mixing.
DAW Compatibility
The Mackie Control Universal system is designed to work with a wide range of professional digital audio workstations supporting the Mackie Control protocol.
Examples include:
– Steinberg Cubase
– Steinberg Nuendo
– Apple Logic Pro
– Ableton Live
– Cockos REAPER
– Other DAW applications supporting Mackie Control or compatible control-surface protocols
Compatibility, available functions, and setup procedures depend on the DAW software, operating system, and MIDI interface configuration.
Please verify compatibility with your particular studio setup before purchasing.
Applications
This control surface system is suitable for:
– Professional recording studios
– Home recording and music production
– Multitrack recording and editing
– Mixing and automation
– Film and post-production audio workflows
– Project studios and educational facilities
– Producers and engineers requiring tactile DAW control
The combination of the MCU Pro and MCU XT Pro provides the convenience of a traditional mixing console while retaining the flexibility of modern computer-based recording systems.
Condition
Both units are used and show signs of normal studio use.
– Cosmetic condition: Used, with visible signs of wear
– Minor scratches, scuffs, and surface marks on the housings
– Some cosmetic wear and discoloration consistent with regular studio use
– Faders and buttons are reported to operate correctly
– Both units appear complete, with their main controls and fader caps present
– Actual photographs of the items being sold
The cosmetic condition is accurately represented in the photographs. Please examine all images carefully before purchasing.
Included in the Sale
– 1 × Mackie MCU Pro main control surface
– 1 × Mackie MCU XT Pro expansion control surface
– Power…