Detail 01
Breakaway mic-stand controller
Channel levels, EQ, compression, effects, and saved snapshots can be accessed from the performance position.
Product detailSKU #1500000422128
MackieShowBox Battery-Powered All-In-One Performance Rig With Breakaway Mix Control Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
ShowBox consolidates a 400W amplifier, 8-inch speaker, six-channel mixer, effects processing, and battery power into one performance rig. It suits singers, guitarists, and small bands that need to handle microphones, instruments, and playback without separating the mix position from the stage. Mount the breakaway controller on a mic stand to adjust levels, EQ, compression, and effects while playing, then save snapshots for different parts of a set. Bluetooth playback, microSD recording, and USB-C streaming or recording extend its role beyond the live mix.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small live sets needing microphones, instruments, backing tracks, and hands-on mixing from a mic stand.
- Recording a performance to microSD or streaming and recording through USB-C.
- Using indoor, outdoor, amp, or PA voicing options for different performance setups.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Performance rigs needing more than its six mixing channels.
- Setups requiring more than two XLR microphone inputs.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Bluetooth, microSD, and USB-C
The unit supports wireless track playback, onboard recording, and USB-C live streaming or recording.
Detail 03
Two XLR mic inputs; two 1/4-inch instrument inputs
It provides dedicated connections for two microphones and two instruments.
Detail 04
External effects loop and two-button footswitch port
External effects can be routed through the loop, and a compatible two-button footswitch can control the unit.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use a microSD card for onboard recording.
- 02Choose the connection plan around two XLR mic inputs, two 1/4-inch instrument inputs, and one stereo 1/4-inch line input.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long can ShowBox run on battery power?
Its battery is rated for up to 12 hours.
02Can I control the mix from a mic stand?
Yes. The breakaway controller mounts to a mic stand and provides access to levels, EQ, compression, effects, and snapshots.
03Can ShowBox record a performance?
Yes. It records to microSD and supports recording through USB-C.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- 2 Button Footswitch Port
- Y
1 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Horizontal or vertical
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
7 detailsConnections & power
- Mix Output
- XLR
- 3 5 Mm Aux Input
- Y
- XLR Mic Inputs
- 2
- 1 4 Quot Headphone Output
- Y
- 1 4 Quot Instrument Inputs
- 2
- Stereo 1 4 Quot Line Input
- Y
- Battery Life
- Up to 12 hours
4 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 21
- Depth
- 9.8 inch (249 mm)
- Width
- 11.8 inch (300 mm)
- Height
- 19.7 inch (500 mm)
7 detailsOther
- Bluetooth Streaming
- Y
- Voicing Modes
- Indoor, outdoor, amp and PA
- External Fx Loop Send Amp Return
- Y
- Micro Sd Recording
- Y
- Subwoofer
- 8 inch
- Amplifier
- 400W
- USB C Interface For Live Streaming Recording
- Y
