Best Analogue mixers 2025

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

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 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

Radial Engineering Gold Digger - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Radial Engineering Gold Digger

by Radial Engineering

Band Small Venues Rehearsal

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Reliable with fewer failure points
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

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

Radial Engineering Gold Digger4-Channel Microphone MixerFor comparing up to four microphone signals on one...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 413153

$548

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Allen & Heath ZED-22FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Allen & Heath ZED-22FX

by Allen & Heath

Simple Setup Rehearsal Budget Conscious

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✗ CONS

• No remote control capabilities
• Limited recall and automation

Allen & Heath ZED-22FXMixer16 Mic/Line inputs3 Dual stereo inputsDuoPre TM preamp with 69 dB gain range3 AUX Send1...

⭐ 4.5/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 210474

$988

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

⭐ 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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⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Soundcraft EFX8

by Soundcraft

Band Live Sound Simple Setup

Key Feature:

• Immediate hands-on control

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Larger and heavier than digital
• Limited recall and automation

Soundcraft EFX88-Channel Mixing Console8 Mono inputs2 Stereo inputsInsert per channel1 FX send1 Aux sendpre/post...

⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 531146

$449

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

⭐ 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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⭐ 4.9/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Soundcraft EFX12

by Soundcraft

Small Venues Budget Conscious Band

Key Feature:

• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Limited recall and automation
• No remote control capabilities

Soundcraft EFX1212-Channel Mixer12 Mono inputs2 Stereo inputsInsert per channel1 FX send1 Aux send pre/post...

⭐ 4.9/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 531147

$549

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⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Soundcraft EPM12

by Soundcraft

Simple Setup Rehearsal Band

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• Limited routing flexibility
• No built-in effects processing

Soundcraft EPM12Small Mixer12 mono channels2 stereo channels3-band EQ with a swept mid on mono inputsInsert per...

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 531150

$395

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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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Yamaha MGP32X - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 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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Yamaha MG16X - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha MG16X

by Yamaha

Live Sound Band Small Venues

Key Feature:

• Immediate hands-on control

✓ PROS

• Reliable with fewer failure points
• Simple and intuitive operation

✗ CONS

• Limited recall and automation
• No remote control capabilities

Yamaha MG16X16-Channel Mixing Desk10 Microphone inputs"D-PRE" microphone preamplifier with inverted...

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 545261

$593

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Mackie ProFX10 GO - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Mackie ProFX10 GO

by Mackie

Rehearsal Simple Setup Live Sound

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Mackie ProFX10 GO10-channel Mixer with Bi-Directional Bluetooth and Rechargeable BatteryWith 2 x 4...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 609292

$483

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Yamaha MG12XUK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha MG12XUK

by Yamaha

Live Sound Simple Setup Budget Conscious

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

• Simple and intuitive operation
• Immediate hands-on control

✗ CONS

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

Yamaha MG12XUK12-Channel Mixer12 Inputs - 6 mono3 stereoBalanced XLR outputs"D-PRE" microphone preamp with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 433472

$472

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Behringer Xenyx X2442 USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Behringer Xenyx X2442 USB Case Bundle

by Behringer

Band Small Venues Rehearsal

Key Feature:

• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✓ PROS

• No digital latency or conversion
• Lower cost than digital equivalents

✗ CONS

• No built-in effects processing
• Limited routing flexibility

Behringer Xenyx X2442 USB Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Behringer Xenyx X2442 USB*24-Channel Mixer*10...

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 257859

$428

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Mackie Onyx16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Mackie Onyx16

by Mackie

Rehearsal Live Sound Small Venues

Key Feature:

• Simple and intuitive operation

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Mackie Onyx1616-Channel Mixer12 Microphone inputs with 100 Hz low-cut and +48 V phantom powerGain up to 60 dB3-Band EQ...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 500240

$721

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Allen & Heath ZED-12FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Allen & Heath ZED-12FX

by Allen & Heath

Budget Conscious Rehearsal Band

Key Feature:

• No digital latency or conversion

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Larger and heavier than digital
• Limited recall and automation

Allen & Heath ZED-12FXMixer6 Mic/Line inputs3 Dual stereo inputsDuoPre Pre-amplifier with 69 dB Gain Range4 Aux...

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 210473

$703

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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

Radial Engineering Gold Digger

Allen & Heath ZED-22FX

Allen & Heath ZED-16FX

Soundcraft EFX8

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Bundle

Soundcraft EFX12

Soundcraft EPM12

Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 FX

Yamaha MGP32X

Yamaha MG16X

Mackie ProFX10 GO

Yamaha MG12XUK

Behringer Xenyx X2442 USB Case Bundle

Mackie Onyx16

Allen & Heath ZED-12FX

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?

Are expensive analogue mixers worth the investment?

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Should I buy analogue mixers online or in-store?

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