Behringer Xenyx 1204USB vs Mackie ProFX6v3+
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB vs Mackie ProFX6v3+ compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.
The Ruling
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB or Mackie ProFX6v3+? Get the Mackie ProFX6v3+.
The Mackie ProFX6v3+ wins Audio Resolution, Routing and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $229, so the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB stays the pick if $40 matters more than those specs.
Unless…
- You need channels — get the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | Behringer Xenyx 1204USB | Mackie ProFX6v3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 6.3/10 | 10/10 |
| Channels | 10/10 | 5/10 |
| Routing | 5/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 6.7/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 8.3/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB
Classic USB analog mixer with multiple channels, aux sends, and onboard effects for creator workflows.
On paper the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB takes XLR inputs (4, +2). It gives up bluetooth and sample rate to the Mackie ProFX6v3+. It is the cheaper of the two, by $40.00.
Leads on
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XLR Inputs +242
More XLR inputs mean you can connect more microphones at once.
Mackie ProFX6v3+
Creator mixer with Onyx preamps and USB interface features for streaming and recording.
On paper the Mackie ProFX6v3+ takes bluetooth (Yes), sample rate (192kHz, +144kHz) and USB audio channels (4, +2). It gives up XLR inputs to the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB. That costs $40.00 more than the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB.
Leads on
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BluetoothYesNo
Bluetooth brings phone call-ins and music into the mix wirelessly.
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Sample Rate +144kHz192kHz48kHz
Higher sample rate processing preserves audio fidelity through the mixer.
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USB Audio Channels +242
More USB channels let your computer receive each source separately instead of one stereo mix.
Where they’re identical
These 4 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Phantom Power Yes
- Onboard Effects Yes
- Records to SD Card No
The Record
22 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The Mackie ProFX6v3+ is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Behringer Xenyx 1204USB and Mackie ProFX6v3+?
The clearest difference is bluetooth, which the Mackie ProFX6v3+ has and the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB does not. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 4 specs. They match on 4 specs, including bit depth, phantom power and onboard effects. Two audio mixers from Behringer and Mackie, each taking a different approach to channel count and routing flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, Behringer Xenyx 1204USB or Mackie ProFX6v3+?
Get the Mackie ProFX6v3+. The Mackie ProFX6v3+ wins Audio Resolution, Routing and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $229, so the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB stays the pick if $40 matters more than those specs.
What do the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB and Mackie ProFX6v3+ have in common?
Both share 4 specifications in the catalog, including bit depth (24-bit), phantom power (Yes), onboard effects (Yes) and records to SD card (No). None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Mackie ProFX6v3+ worth the extra $40 over the Behringer Xenyx 1204USB?
The Mackie ProFX6v3+ costs $229.00 against $189.00, a difference of $40. The premium buys bluetooth (Yes), sample rate (192kHz) and USB audio channels (4). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.