Alice 828 Mixer Mk3 – Analogue Mixing Desk

Alice 828 Mixer MK3 analogue mixing desk for hybrid studio and broadcast rigs. The Alice 828 Mixer MK3 revives the classic 828 design in a hand‑built desktop console with transformer‑balanced paths and extended headroom for today’s DAW‑based studios and production rooms. Its 8‑input format is ideal as a front end for tracking, an analogue summing mixer or the core of a small on‑air console where reliable analogue tone and simple, tactile control are essential.

This Alice 828 Mixer MK3 combines three mono mic/line channels, five stereo inputs, musical 3‑band EQ and classic stereo bus limiters derived from original Alice broadcast desks. Used after your audio interface, the Alice 828 Mixer MK3 can add transformer colour and peak‑taming to stems and full mixes, while still serving as a straightforward live or studio mixer for podcasting, radio production and compact music sessions.

• 3 mono mic/line channels. Transformer‑balanced mic and line inputs with source selection, high gain range and post‑EQ direct outputs for flexible recording and routing.
• 5 stereo line inputs. Five stereo channels for instruments, playback and returns, with two channels offering built‑in RIAA preamps and phono sockets for turntables.
• Musical 3‑band EQ. HF and LF shelving with a sweepable mid band on the mono channels for smooth but precise tone‑shaping, plus EQ bypass when a flat path is required.
• Bus limiters on the main mix. Discrete stereo bus limiters on the Alice 828 Mixer MK3 provide controlled loudness and gentle glue for programme and mix‑bus work.
• Aux sends for monitoring and FX. Pre‑ and post‑fader auxiliary sends support cue mixes, external effects or extra record feeds without disturbing the main programme mix.
• Balanced outputs and robust build. Balanced main outputs delivering up to professional line level, in a steel desktop chassis with long‑throw faders and analogue VU meters.

For engineers who want transformer‑balanced analogue summing and classic British bus limiting in a compact format, the Alice 828 Mixer MK3 is a strong choice as a DAW front end, mix‑bus processor or small broadcast console.

To find complementary mixers and alternatives to the Alice 828 Mixer MK3, visit our Alice brand page or browse our broadcast consoles categories.