Overview:

The MGX12 B 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console from Yamaha 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. 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 

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)
• Built-in DSP processor for professional sound and latency-free monitoring
• Assistive features: Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Simple/Standard modes, Scene Recall
• Included accessories: Steinberg Software License Card (Cubase AI, WaveLab Cast LE, Basic FX Suite, Steinberg Plus), AC power adapter

Specs:

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

Faders & Level Adjustment

12 Fader

Built-In Effects

13x Stereo Effect (Type Unspecified)

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 Main Output

8x 1/4" Output

Digital I/O

No

USB I/O

2x USB-C

Wireless

No

Rack Mountable

Yes

Mixer

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

Main Display:

4.3" Touchscreen

Faders & Level Adjustment

12 Fader

Meters

12x LED

Signal Processing

Gain/Trim Range

Up to +86 dB

EQ

No

Graphic EQ

Yes

Solo/Mute

Solo, Solo-in-Place/AFL, Mute, PFL per Input Channel

Built-In Effects

13x Stereo Effect (Type Unspecified)

Audio Delay

Yes

Automatic Mic Mixing

Yes

Digital Audio

Sample Rates

Up to 96 kHz

Performance

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

Connectivity

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

Digital I/O

No

MIDI I/O

No

USB I/O

2x USB-C

Wireless

No

External Display I/O

No

Recording

Max Multitrack Recording

18 Tracks

Media Support

SD, USB Drive

Max Media Storage Capacity

1 GB

Compatibility

OS Compatibility

macOS 15 or Later / Windows 11 or Later

RAM Requirements

4 GB

Power

Input Power

100 to 240 VDC

Physical

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

8.6 lb / 3.9 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight

14.83 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

19.7 x 16.4 x 7.3"