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Best Analogue mixers Under $300 2025

Affordable analogue mixers under $300 - great value without compromising quality

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

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 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mackie ProFX6v3+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Mackie ProFX6v3+

by Mackie
Rehearsal Small Venues Budget Conscious
Key Feature:
• Simple and intuitive operation
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
✗ CONS
  • • No remote control capabilities
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Mackie ProFX6v3+6 Channel Mixer with Bi-Directional Bluetooth2x4 USB-C-Audio-InterfaceRecording modes: StandardLoopback...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 583679
$296
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer Xenyx QX1832USB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Behringer Xenyx QX1832USB

by Behringer
Rehearsal Budget Conscious Simple Setup
Key Feature:
• Simple and intuitive operation
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
  • • Immediate hands-on control
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • Limited recall and automation

Behringer Xenyx QX1832 USB18-Channel mixer6 Mic inputs with 48V phantom powerinsert75 Hz low cutcompressor and 3-band...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 298288
$262
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mackie ProFX10v3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Mackie ProFX10v3

by Mackie
Budget Conscious Simple Setup Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• Reliable with fewer failure points
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • No built-in effects processing
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Mackie ProFX10v310-Channel Mixer4 Microphone inputs with 3-band EQ4 Inserts and 2 single-knob compressors4 x 6.3 mm...

⭐ 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 473564
$285
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath ZEDi-8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Allen & Heath ZEDi-8

by Allen & Heath
Small Venues Band Budget Conscious
Key Feature:
• Immediate hands-on control
✓ PROS
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
✗ CONS
  • • Limited recall and automation
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Allen & Heath ZEDi-88-Channel Mixer2 Mic/Line Inputs2 Dual Stereo InputsHi-Pass Filter2 Band EQ60 mm FadersXLR Main...

⭐ 4.8/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 376932
$208
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.mix xmix 1402 USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

the t.mix xmix 1402 USB Case Bundle

by the t.mix
Budget Conscious Live Sound Simple Setup
Key Feature:
• Immediate hands-on control
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Limited recall and automation
  • • No built-in effects processing

the t.mix xmix 1402 USB Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, the t.mix xmix 1402 USB*14-Channel Mixer*8 XLR microphone...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 458542
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer Xenyx QX1222USB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Behringer Xenyx QX1222USB

by Behringer
Simple Setup Budget Conscious Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• Immediate hands-on control
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • Limited recall and automation
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Behringer Xenyx QX1222USB12-Channel MixerSix mic inputs with 48 Volt phantom powerFour mic channels with insert75 Hz...

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 298290
$244
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer Xenyx X1222 USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Behringer Xenyx X1222 USB Case Bundle

by Behringer
Band Simple Setup Small Venues
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than digital equivalents
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • Larger and heavier than digital
  • • No built-in effects processing

Behringer Xenyx X1222 USB Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Behringer Xenyx X1222USB*12 Channel mixer*6 Microphone...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 257843
$270
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rolls MX 310 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Rolls MX 310

by Rolls
Budget Conscious Live Sound Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• Simple and intuitive operation
✓ PROS
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Rolls MX 3103-Channel Microphone MixerWith phantom powerXLR Mic / Line output3.5 mm stereo Aux jack input and 3.5 mm...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 337859
$218
Buy at Thomann View Details
Soundcraft Notepad-12FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Soundcraft Notepad-12FX

by Soundcraft
Budget Conscious Band Simple Setup
Key Feature:
• Reliable with fewer failure points
✓ PROS
  • • No digital latency or conversion
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Soundcraft Notepad-12FX12-Channel Mixer4 Mono channels with high-quality mic/ line preampHi-Zlow-cut and 3-band...

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 419464
$201
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP Case Bundle

by the t.mix
Small Venues Budget Conscious Band
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than digital equivalents
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Limited recall and automation
  • • No built-in effects processing

the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP USB*14-Channel Mixing...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 567519
$281
Buy at Thomann View Details
RCF F 10 XR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

RCF F 10 XR

by RCF
Budget Conscious Simple Setup Band
Key Feature:
• Immediate hands-on control
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

RCF F 10 XR10-Channel Mixer with Multi-FX and Recording4 Inputs2 Microphone preamplifiers Mono-Line4...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 470469
$285
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha MG10 XU - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Yamaha MG10 XU

by Yamaha
Small Venues Budget Conscious Band
Key Feature:
• No digital latency or conversion
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
✗ CONS
  • • No built-in effects processing
  • • Limited routing flexibility

Yamaha MG10 XUMixer10 Channels4 Microphone inputs (XLR/jack) with +48 V phantom power: Channels 1-2 with built-in...

⭐ 4.4/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 333823
$290
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha MG10 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Yamaha MG10

by Yamaha
Budget Conscious Simple Setup Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• No digital latency or conversion
✓ PROS
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
  • • Immediate hands-on control
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • Larger and heavier than digital

Yamaha MG1010 Channel Mixer4 Microphone inputs (XLR/jack) with + 48V phantom power3-Band EQ on the microphone...

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 333785
$230
Buy at Thomann View Details
RCF F 6X - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

RCF F 6X

by RCF
Simple Setup Band Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Reliable with fewer failure points
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • No built-in effects processing

RCF F 6X6-Channel Mixing Console with Multi-FX2 Inputs2 Microphone preamplifiers Mono-Line2 Stereo LineIntegrated PRO...

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 470470
$201
Buy at Thomann View Details

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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