YAMAHA MGX12V B | 18-channel Digital Mixing Console W/ Audio/video Interface

MGX12V B

18-Channel Digital Mixing Console with Dual USB-C Audio/Video Interface - Black

The MGX12V B 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console builds on the legacy of the well-established and appreciated MG series, adding digital capabilities and a host of features that make it a great choice for live and installed sound, podcast/live streaming, recording, production, and many more audio/video applications. 

Designed to be operated quickly and intuitively through its touch-panel GUI with 4.3" Touchscreen with 5 Control Knobs, a comprehensive selection of I/O options allow the user to design the system from the bottom up for any usage purpose. 

MGX12V model also has an integrated USB-HDMI interface featuring 4K video capture and pass-through (12V/16V only), increasing its video production potential.

Sound quality is bolstered by MGX preamps with 86 dB of gain range, and an included software bundle that features studio mainstays Cubase, Wavelab, and more. Ensure your event goes off as smoothly as possible with assistive additions like Automix, Clip Safe, and scene recall. Whether in clubs, convention centers, or houses of worship, the MGX quickly accommodates a wide range of audio and video production situations, with the quality and durability that users expect from Yamaha.

Assistive Features

• Simple/Standard Mode
• Auto Gain
• Clip Safe
• Scene Recall

Software Bundles with Steinberg Plus

• Cubase Al
• WaveLab Cast LE
• Basic FX Suite
• HALion Sonic: a free player for sample libraries, synths, and hybrid instruments with free content, synth engine, and VST3/AU/AAX/standalone support
• Groove Agent SE: offers a vast drum library, FX, and powerful beat-making tools with deep integration, available as VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, and standalone.
• Retrologue: emulates classic analog tone with 3 oscillators, rich filters, arpeggiator, modulation, and FX
• Anima: hundreds of modern synth sounds with 2 wavetable oscillators, flexible modulation, arpeggiator, 8-voice layering, smooth crossfades, and syncable LFOs
• Ambient Lounge: jazzy percussion, bass, soulful textures
• Indie Rock: melancholic guitars, raw leads, modern garage vibes 
• Progressive House: arpeggiated leads, chord stabs, floor-filling drums

Video Support for V Models

The V models (MGX12V, MGX16V) of the MGX series feature an HDMI input and thru port, for incorporating video into your live shows or productions. Take your projects to the next level by breaking out of the audio-only framework.

Input FX

• Gate: mutes or reduces signals below threshold, remove hum, ambient noise, and unwanted sound
• Compressor: balance levels in real time, eliminate peaks and dips, ensure clear, consistent audio
• EQ: Adjust frequencies to accommodate various speakers and needs
• Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip: Blend EQ and compression using the Morph Knob, for quick dynamic shaping with side-chain options, presets, and intuitive control
• Ducker: automatically lowers background audio when speech or signals dominate (stereo channel only)

Insert, FX Channel, and Streaming Mix FX

• Guitar Amp Classics: Clean/Crunch/Lead/Drive- a high-gain tube amp rich in overtones, ideal for lead guitar lines
• Pitch Fix (Voice Changer): Alter voices for music, dubbing, gaming, or streaming
• Compander H-hard/S-soft: Hard and soft companders combine the effects of the compressor, expander and limiter
• REV-X Reverb: Classic Hall, Room, and Plate reverbs
• Delay: Repeats audio to add depth and space

Additional Features

• 11 + 1 fader configuration (non-motorized faders)
• 4.3" touchscreen with five control knobs
• Input mixing channels: 4 mono + 4 stereo + 1 Sound Pad + 2 FX return
• Busses: 8 Mix, 2 FX, 1 Cue, 1 Stereo
• Local I/O: 4 Mic/Line (Combo XLR-1/4"), 8 Line (4 TRS Phone, 4 RCA) inputs and 2 XLR, 6 1/4" TRS, 4 Headphone outputs
• 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)
• HDMI-to-USB video/audio input with capture function and real-time HDMI passthrough
• Built-in DSP processor for professional sound and latency-free monitoring
• Assistive features: Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Simple/Standard modes, Scene Recall

Specifications

• Max I/O Capacity
  • 16x Input / 8x Output
• Number of Analog Input Channels
  • 16
• Number of Mic Preamps
  • 4
• Number of Analog Output Channels
  • 8
• Mix Routing
  • 1x Main LRC
  • 2x Bus
  • 1x FX Return
• Presets
  • Yes
• Display
  • 4.3" Touchscreen
• Faders 
  • 12 Fader
• Meters
  • 12x LED
• Gain/Trim Range
  • Up to +86 dB
• Graphic EQ
  • Yes 
• Solo/Mute
  • Solo, Solo-in-Place/AFL, Mute, PFL per Input Channel 
• Built-In Effects
  • 13x Stereo Effect 
• Audio Delay
  • Yes
• Automatic Mic Mixing
  • Yes
• Sample Rates
  • Up to 96 kHz 
• Frequency Response
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz (at 1 kHz)
• Analog Dynamic Range
  • 125 dB at Min Gain
  • 115 dB at Min Gain
• THD
  • Mic Input: < 0.002% at Min Gain (+4 dBu)
• Signal Generator
  • Yes 
• Analog Inputs
  • 4x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input
  • 4x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Line Input
  • 4x RCA Coaxial Stereo Line Input
• Analog Outputs
  • 2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Stereo Main Output
  • 8x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Output
• Phantom Power
  • +48 V 
• USB I/O
  • 2x USB-C
• Other I/O
  • 1x HDMI Breakout Cable Input
  • 1x HDMI Breakout Cable Thru
• Max Multitrack Recording
  • 22 Tracks
• Media Support
  • SD, USB Drive
• Max Media Storage Capacity
  • 1 GB
• OS Compatibility
  • macOS 15 or Later / Windows 11 or Later
• RAM Requirements
  • 4 GB
• Input Power
  • 100 to 240 VDC
• Rack Mountable
  • Yes
• Operating Conditions
  • 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
• Dimensions
  • 13.2 x 12.5 x 3.8" / 33.5 x 31.8 x 9.7 cm
• Weight
  • 9 lb / 4.1 kg

in The Box

• Yamaha MGX12V B 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console with Audio/Video Interface (Black)
• AC Power Adaptor 
• Start Guide
• Safety Guide
• Steinberg Software License Card (Cubase AI, WaveLab Cast LE, Basic FX Suite, Steinberg Plus)
• Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty