Yamaha MG12XU Mixer

General

The Yamaha MG12XU is a great-sounding compact 12-channel analogue mixer with a built-in SPX multi-effect unit and a USB interface. Additionally, it is equipped with four mono channels with an XLR / jack combo connection, two mono / stereo channels and two stereo channels. Every channels is equipped with a 3-band equalizer, and the midrange is parametric on the first eight channels. These channels also feature a one-knob compressor and a Class A D-PRE preamplifier with phantom power.

MG12X: USB interface

The Yamaha MG12X is equipped with a 2-in / 2-out USB interface with a maximal recording resolution of 24-bit / 192 kHz. By linking this device to your PC or Mac you can get started with recording right away. You can also send sound from your PC to the mixer, and it will come in on channels 11-12. This, of course, makes the MG12XU excellent for use in your home studio.

XU models and SPX multi-effects

The MG series by Yamaha is quite comprehensive. Something unique to the XU models is that they’re equipped with SPX effects. The multi-effects from this series can be found in many reputable studios and are of very high quality, and include chorus, flanger, distortion, reverb and delay, which can all easily be accessed with the preset button.

Specifications

YAMAHA MG12 MIXER

• 12-Channel Mixing Console
• Max. 6 Mic / 12 Line Inputs (4 mono 4 stereo)
• 2 GROUP Buses 1 Stereo Bus
• 2 AUX (incl. FX)
• “D-PRE” mic preamps with an inverted Darlington circuit
• 1-Knob compressors
• PAD switch on mono inputs
• 48V phantom power
• XLR balanced outputs
• Internal universal power supply for world-wide use
• Optional Rack Mount Kit RK-MG12 Available
• Metal chassis
• 308 mm x 118 mm x 422 mm (12.1″ x4.6″ x16.6″)
• Net Weight: 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs.)

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