Yamaha MG12
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Yamaha
MG12
Product Info
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The MG12 is a solid, reliable workhorse mixer – a classic for a reason. It's perfect for smaller bands, singer-songwriters, or anyone needing a compact and versatile mixer for live sound or basic recording. The built-in compressors are a real bonus for live performance, giving you a little extra polish without needing external gear.
Product Description
- Yamaha MG12
- Mixer
- 12 Channels
- 6 Microphone inputs (XLR/jack) with +48V phantom power (channel 1-4 with built-In compressor)
- 3-Band EQ
- High-pass filter and 26 dB pad switch
- 4 Stereo inputs (jack) with 2 band EQ
- XLR output
- Group bus output
- 2 AUX-Way on each channel
- Dimensions: 308 x 118 x 422 mm
- Weight: 4.0 kg
- Suitable rack mounts: Article number #342658# (not included)
- Suitable case: Article number #353023# (not included)
PROS
- • Solid Yamaha build quality; feels robust for its size.
- • Excellent preamps for clean, clear vocal and instrument capture.
- • Compressors on channels 1-4 are surprisingly effective for live use.
- • Flexible aux sends are great for monitor mixes and effects loops.
CONS
- • EQ is basic; lacks the precision of more expensive mixers.
- • Limited headroom at higher gain settings; can get noisy.
- • Rack mounting requires separate purchase, adding to overall cost.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
12
Aux Sends
2
EQ Bands
3
Effects
None (effects loop available)
Phantom Power
48V (on channels 1-4)
Weight
4.0 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MG12’s noise floor is acceptable for its class, but you’ll hear more hiss when pushing the preamps hard compared to more expensive models.
Yes, it has an effects loop allowing you to insert external effects processors between the preamp and main output.
It's a standard 12dB/octave high-pass filter, which is effective for taming low-frequency rumble from stage vibrations or mic handling noise.
