Best Analogue mixers 2025

Top-rated analogue mixers 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

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PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Live Sound For Band For Small Venues For Rehearsal For Budget Conscious For Simple Setup

BRANDS: Mackie Behringer Yamaha the t.mix Allen & Heath Soundcraft Rolls

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 FX

by Allen & Heath

Budget Conscious Live Sound Rehearsal

Key Feature:

• Reliable with fewer failure points

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than digital equivalents
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• Limited recall and automation
• Larger and heavier than digital

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 FX10-Channel Mixer4 Mic /line inputs2 Dual stereo inputsHi-pass filter3-Band EQXLR main...

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 376937

$395

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Allen & Heath WZ4 16:2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Allen & Heath WZ4 16:2

by Allen & Heath

Budget Conscious Rehearsal Small Venues

Key Feature:

• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than digital equivalents
• Immediate hands-on control

✗ CONS

• Limited recall and automation
• No built-in effects processing

Allen & Heath WZ4 16: 216-Channel Mixer16 mono with insert/direct out80 Hz-HP and 4-band EQ with parametric mids48V...

⭐ 4.5/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 319409

$1,924

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Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX

by Allen & Heath

Rehearsal Small Venues Budget Conscious

Key Feature:

• Reliable with fewer failure points

✓ PROS

• Immediate hands-on control
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• No built-in effects processing

Allen & Heath ZED60-10FXMixer4 Mic/Line inputs2 Dual stereo inputs1 Aux Send1 FX SendUSB Send and ReturnIntegrated...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 291713

$571

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Dynacord CMS1600-3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Dynacord CMS1600-3

by Dynacord

Live Sound Band Rehearsal

Key Feature:

• Immediate hands-on control

✓ PROS

• Immediate hands-on control
• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Larger and heavier than digital

Dynacord CMS1600-3Mixer with integrated dual effects section12x Mic/Line inputs + 4x Mic/Stereo inputs3-band EQ with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 260700

$2,705

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Dynacord CMS1000-3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Dynacord CMS1000-3

by Dynacord

Rehearsal Small Venues Live Sound

Key Feature:

• Simple and intuitive operation

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Reliable with fewer failure points

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Larger and heavier than digital

Dynacord CMS1000-319" MixerWith built-in dual effects sectionConnections: 6x Mic/Line inputs + 4x Mic/Stereo...

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 260699

$2,198

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Allen & Heath ZED-10FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Allen & Heath ZED-10FX

by Allen & Heath

Budget Conscious Small Venues Band

Key Feature:

• Reliable with fewer failure points

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than digital equivalents
• Immediate hands-on control

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Limited routing flexibility

Allen & Heath ZED-10FXSmall Mixer4 Mic/Line inputs2 Dual stereo inputs2 Aux sendsUSB Send and ReturnIntegrated...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 246916

$406

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Tascam Model 2400 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Tascam Model 2400

by Tascam

Band Live Sound Simple Setup

Key Feature:

• Simple and intuitive operation

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• Limited routing flexibility
• No built-in effects processing

Tascam Model 2400Analogue mixing console with multitrack recorder and USB audio interface22 Inputs - 22 line inputs16...

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 596800

$2,210

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Yamaha MG12 XU - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Yamaha MG12 XU

by Yamaha

Rehearsal Band Simple Setup

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than digital equivalents
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• No built-in effects processing

Yamaha MG12 XUMixer12 Channels6 Mic inputs (XLR/jack) with +48 V phantom power (channels 1-4 with built-in compressor)3...

⭐ 4.5/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 333834

$439

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DAP-Audio IMIX-6.2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

DAP-Audio IMIX-6.2

by DAP-Audio

Budget Conscious Live Sound Small Venues

Key Feature:

• Reliable with fewer failure points

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• Limited routing flexibility

DAP-Audio IMIX-6.27-Channel Fixed Installation MixerBuilt-in 5.0 Bluetooth receiver2 zonesInstallation format: 2...

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 610209

$402

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Soundcraft EPM6 Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Soundcraft EPM6 Case Bundle

by Soundcraft

Rehearsal Small Venues Budget Conscious

Key Feature:

• Immediate hands-on control

✓ PROS

• Simple and intuitive operation
• No digital latency or conversion

✗ CONS

• Larger and heavier than digital
• Limited routing flexibility

Soundcraft EPM6 Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Soundcraft EPM6*Small Mixing Desk*6 Mono channels2 Stereo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 615426

$373

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Allen & Heath ZED-14 Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Bundle

by Allen & Heath

Live Sound Simple Setup Small Venues

Key Feature:

• Immediate hands-on control

✓ PROS

• Reliable with fewer failure points
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Limited routing flexibility

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath ZED-14*Mixer*6 Mic/Line inputs4 Dual stereo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 257847

$593

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Mackie ProFX16v3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Mackie ProFX16v3

by Mackie

Rehearsal Simple Setup Budget Conscious

Key Feature:

• Reliable with fewer failure points

✓ PROS

• Immediate hands-on control
• No digital latency or conversion

✗ CONS

• Limited routing flexibility
• Limited recall and automation

Mackie ProFX16v316-Channel Mixer11 Microphone inputs with 3-band EQ on all channels with variable mid-frequency control...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 473565

$548

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Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10

by Allen & Heath

Budget Conscious Live Sound Band

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Immediate hands-on control
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• Limited routing flexibility

Allen & Heath ZEDi-1010-Channel Mixer4 Microphone / line inputs2 Dual stereo inputsHi-Pass filter3-Band EQXLR Main...

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 376936

$294

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Yamaha MGP32X - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha MGP32X

by Yamaha

Small Venues Simple Setup Band

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Simple and intuitive operation
• Reliable with fewer failure points

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Larger and heavier than digital

Yamaha MGP32X32-Channel Mixing Console24 Microphone inputs with + 48v phantom power and high pass filter4 Stereo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 313121

$1,902

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Allen & Heath ZED-16FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Allen & Heath ZED-16FX

by Allen & Heath

Simple Setup Band Live Sound

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than digital equivalents
• Reliable with fewer failure points

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• Limited routing flexibility

Allen & Heath ZED-16FXSmall Mixer10 Mic / line inputs3 Dual stereo inputsDuoPre TM preamp with 69 dB gain range3...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 278186

$868

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How to Choose the Best Analogue mixers

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced analogue mixers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Analogue mixers 2025

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 FX

Allen & Heath WZ4 16:2

Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX

Dynacord CMS1600-3

Dynacord CMS1000-3

Allen & Heath ZED-10FX

Tascam Model 2400

Yamaha MG12 XU

DAP-Audio IMIX-6.2

Soundcraft EPM6 Case Bundle

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Bundle

Mackie ProFX16v3

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10

Yamaha MGP32X

Allen & Heath ZED-16FX

How to Choose the Best Analogue mixers

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying analogue mixers?

How much should I spend on analogue mixers?

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