Yamaha MGX12 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console with Audio Interface (Black)

Yamaha MGX12 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console with Audio Interface (Black)

The Yamaha MGX12 B is an 18-channel digital mixing console that builds on the legacy of Yamaha’s renowned MG series, adding modern digital capabilities, versatile connectivity, and a host of professional features. Designed for live sound, installed applications, podcasting, streaming, recording, and production, the MGX12 B provides a compact, intuitive platform for high-quality audio performance across a wide range of scenarios.

Intuitive Control & Workflow

The MGX12 B is operated via a 4.3" touchscreen GUI and 5 control knobs, providing fast, precise, and hands-on control. Assistive features such as Simple/Standard Mode, Auto Gain, Clip Safe, and Scene Recall streamline workflow and ensure consistent, high-quality results in live and production environments.

With 4 mono and 4 stereo channels, plus 1 Sound Pad and 2 FX return channels, the console provides flexible routing options through 8 Mix buses, 2 FX buses, 1 Cue bus, and 1 Stereo bus, making it easy to configure complex setups.

Premium Sound & Professional Processing

MGX preamps deliver up to 86 dB of gain range, capturing every nuance of vocals and instruments. Onboard DSP provides latency-free processing, including:

• Gate – remove hum, ambient noise, and unwanted sounds below threshold

• Compressor – balance levels in real time, eliminate peaks and dips

• EQ – shape frequencies to suit speakers, rooms, or content

• Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip – combines EQ and compression with intuitive side-chain options

• Ducker – automatically lowers background audio for speech or priority signals

Insert and FX channels expand creative possibilities:

• Guitar Amp Classics – Clean/Crunch/Lead/Drive amp simulations

• Pitch Fix (Voice Changer) – alter voices for music, dubbing, or streaming

• Compander H-hard/S-soft – compressor/expander/limiter effects

• REV-X Reverb – Hall, Room, Plate reverbs

• Delay – create depth and spatial effects

Connectivity & Integration

The MGX12 B offers extensive I/O options for flexible system design:

• Local Inputs: 4x Mic/Line (Combo XLR-1/4"), 8x Line (4 TRS, 4 RCA)

• Outputs: 2x XLR, 6x 1/4" TRS, 4x Headphone outputs

• USB Audio: USB Main (18 inputs / 18 outputs, 32-bit / 96 kHz), USB Sub (2 inputs / 2 outputs, 16-bit / 48 kHz)

• Bluetooth Audio Input: 2 inputs (Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP)

• microSD Card: 16-track recording / 2-track playback (24-bit / up to 96 kHz)

This versatile connectivity allows seamless integration with live sound systems, streaming setups, and recording workflows.

Included Software Bundle

The MGX12 B comes with a Steinberg software suite to expand your creative potential:

• Cubase AI – professional DAW for recording, editing, and mixing

• WaveLab Cast LE – audio editing and podcasting tools

• Basic FX Suite – essential effects and processing tools

• HALion Sonic – free sample player with synth engine and VST3/AU/AAX support

• Groove Agent SE – drum library, beat-making tools

• Retrologue – analog-style synth emulation

• Anima, Ambient Lounge, Indie Rock, Progressive House – ready-to-use sound libraries

Compact, Durable, and Flexible

With 11 + 1 fader configuration (non-motorized) and a lightweight design of 3.9 kg (8.6 lb), the MGX12 B is highly portable without compromising durability. Its robust build ensures reliable operation in clubs, convention centers, houses of worship, studios, or on the road.