Yamaha AG08 BL
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Yamaha
AG08 BL
Product Info
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The AG08 BL is a surprisingly capable live streaming mixer and USB interface. It's a great solution for content creators, podcasters, and smaller bands needing a compact, all-in-one solution with decent routing and some basic effects – just don't expect studio-grade preamps or extensive EQ.
Product Description
- Yamaha AG08 BL
- 8-Channel Live Streaming Mixer / USB Audio Interface
- 24-bit/48 kHz converter
- 5 DSP effects
- 6 Buttons for playing samples
- 4 Effect buttons for channel 1 and 2
- +48V phantom power for channel 1 and 2
- 5 Faders 60 mm each
- Mute buttons for each input
- LED meter
- 2 Line/mic combo inputs: XLR/jack 6.3 mm (input 2 additionally usable as Hi-Z for guitar)
- 2 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Line inputs: cinch / 3.5 mm mini jack
- 2 Monitor outputs: XLR and jack 6.3 mm
- 2 Mix outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Line input and output: 3.5 mm mini jack
- Foot switch connection: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 1 Headset connection (microphone input / headphone output): 3.5 mm mini jack
- USB-C connection
- Power supply via external power supply unit or USB 2.0
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 290 x 88 x 222 mm
- Weight: 2.2 kg
- Colour: Black
- Incl. Cubase Al
- WaveLab Cast
- Cubasis LE (download versions)
- power supply PA-150B and USB 2.0 cable 1.5 m
PROS
- • Solid 60mm faders offer precise control and feel, a welcome upgrade.
- • Hi-Z input on channel 2 is genuinely usable for decent guitar tones.
- • Compact design minimizes desk clutter while retaining comprehensive connectivity.
- • DSP effects are surprisingly usable, adding subtle polish to vocals/instruments.
CONS
- • Limited preamp gain; not ideal for low-output dynamic microphones.
- • Mini-jack connectivity feels a bit cheap given the overall price point.
- • Lack of individual channel EQ severely restricts mixing flexibility.
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Key Features
Inputs
2 XLR/Jack Combo, 2 Line (6.3mm), 2 Line (Cinch/3.5mm)
Outputs
2 Monitor (XLR/Jack), 2 Mix (6.3mm), 1 Line (3.5mm), 2 Headphone (6.3mm)
Max Sample Rate
48 kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Preamps
2 (basic, clean)
Weight
4.2 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s surprisingly decent; expect a slightly darker tone than a dedicated guitar amp, but perfectly usable for streaming or recording simpler parts.
Yes, it’s capable, but the preamp gain is a bit limited – a hotter microphone would be beneficial.
They are fixed presets – while usable, they don’t offer much in the way of creative tweaking.
