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Best Analogue mixers Under $300 2026

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

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

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 Allen & Heath the t.mix Rolls Soundcraft
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
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Behringer Xenyx QX1832USB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

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
the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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
the t.mix xmix 1402 USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

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
Soundcraft Notepad-12FX - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

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
RCF F 10 XR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

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
Bastl Instruments Bestie - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Bastl Instruments Bestie

by Bastl Instruments
Band Simple Setup Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• Reliable with fewer failure points
✓ PROS
  • • Immediate hands-on control
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • No built-in effects processing
  • • Limited routing flexibility

Bastl Instruments Bestie5-Channel Stereo MixerPer channel mute button and level control with up to +20dB gainChannel 3...

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 565774
$259
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.mix xmix 802 USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

the t.mix xmix 802 USB Case Bundle

by the t.mix
Band Small Venues Simple Setup
Key Feature:
• Simple and intuitive operation
✓ PROS
  • • Immediate hands-on control
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
✗ CONS
  • • Limited recall and automation
  • • Limited routing flexibility

the t.mix xmix 802 USB Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, the t.mix xmix 802 USB*8-Channel Mixer*4 XLR microphone...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 435278
$215
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.mix xmix 1202 FXMP USB Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

the t.mix xmix 1202 FXMP USB Case Bundle

by the t.mix
Small Venues Rehearsal Budget Conscious
Key Feature:
• No digital latency or conversion
✓ PROS
  • • No digital latency or conversion
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
✗ CONS
  • • Larger and heavier than digital
  • • No built-in effects processing

the t.mix xmix 1202 FXMP USB Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, the t.mix xmix 1202 FXMP USB*12-Channel Mixer*With...

⭐ 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 458539
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rolls MX 54s - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Rolls MX 54s

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

Rolls MX 54sPro Mix Plus3 XLR microphone inputsPhantom voltage 18V individually switchableClip display and pan per...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 214380
$270
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mackie ProFX10v3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

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
LD Systems VIBZ 10 C - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

LD Systems VIBZ 10 C

by LD Systems
Rehearsal Simple Setup Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Immediate hands-on control
✓ PROS
  • • Immediate hands-on control
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • No built-in effects processing

LD Systems VIBZ 10 C10 Channel MixerWith integrated compressor4 Microphone / line inputs with 3-band EQChannel 3+4 mic...

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 386425
$218
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP USB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP USB

by the t.mix
Band Budget Conscious Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Simple and intuitive operation
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable with fewer failure points
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • No remote control capabilities

the t.mix xmix 1402 FXMP USB14-Channel Mixing ConsoleWith built-in FX processor and USB/SD digital player8 XLR...

⭐ 4.4/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 422796
$218
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rolls MX 28 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Rolls MX 28

by Rolls
Live Sound Budget Conscious Rehearsal
Key Feature:
• Reliable with fewer failure points
✓ PROS
  • • Simple and intuitive operation
  • • Lower cost than digital equivalents
✗ CONS
  • • Limited routing flexibility
  • • No remote control capabilities

Rolls MX 28Stereo MiniMix VI3 Stereo inputs: 6.3 mm JackStereo outputs: 6.3 mm Jack2 Stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm...

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 214390
$205
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rolls MX 34C - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Rolls MX 34C

by Rolls
Small Venues Rehearsal Band
Key Feature:
• No digital latency or conversion
✓ PROS
  • • Immediate hands-on control
  • • No digital latency or conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Larger and heavier than digital
  • • No remote control capabilities

Rolls MX 34C, Small Mixer, 2 XLR Microphone inputs, Stereo mini-jack outputs, Gain control per channel and headphone...

⭐ 4.8/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 214369
$241
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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