All The Effect Processing You Need Built In
If the idea of having some of the finest effects available built right into the console appeals to you, then consider the effect-enabled models: the MG12/4FX or MG16/6FX. You get the same type of versatile mixing power and superior audio performance that is provided by the non-effect models, plus leading Yamaha signal processing quality all in one console.
INPUT SECTION
12 or 16 Input Channels
The MG12/4FX feature a total of 12 input channels: four mono microphone/line inputs and four stereo line inputs, two of which offer mono microphone input capability. The MG16/6FX feature eight mono microphone/line inputs and four stereo line inputs, two with mono microphone input capability. Gain trim covers a wide -60dB ~; -16dB range for microphone input, and -34dB ~; +10dB for line input.
A Variety of Input Connectors
Balanced XLR connectors are provided on all four or eight mono inputs and two of the stereo inputs (a total of six XLR connectors on the MG12/4FX model, and ten on the MG16/6FX), in addition to phone jack connectors. Two of the stereo channels can accept mono microphone input either via the XLR or phone jack connectors. The remaining two stereo inputs feature both phone jack and pin jack inputs for broad connectivity. A separate stereo 2TR input with pinjack connectors is provided for independent input of signals from CD players or similar sources.
Six or Ten Low-noise, High-precision Mic Preamps
Six high-performance head amplifiers in the 12-channel modes or ten in the 16-channel dels will bring out the best in any dynamic or condenser microphone
Phantom Power
All high-performance mic preamps in these consoles feature switchable phantom power for studio condenser microphones. A single switch turns phantom power on or off for all channels.
Insert I/O
Mono input channels feature insert I/O patch points so you can add compressors or EQ for vocals, a noise gate on a guitar channel, or other extra signal processing to individual channels as required.
3-band Channel EQ & HPF (MG12/4FX)
Smooth, "musical-response" 3-band equalizers are provided on the MG12/4FX input channels. All mono microphone input channels also feature a switchable high-pass filter that can be used to cut out unwanted low-frequency noise.
Versatile EQ for Effective Sound Shaping (MG16/6FX)
Mono channels feature 3-band equalizers with HIGH (10 kHz), LOW (100 Hz), and MID (250 Hz ~; 5 kHz mid-sweep) bands. High-pass filters are also provided on all microphone inputs. Stereo channels have 4-band equalizers with HIGH (10 kHz shelving), HI MID (3 kHz peaking), LOW MID (800 Hz peaking), and LOW (100 Hz shelving) bands.
Four or Six Buses (Stereo and Group)
In addition to the main stereo bus, the MG12/4FX feature a stereo group bus and outputs that can be used for convenient channel grouping. The MG16/6FX has an additional two group busses for a total of six buses. Stereo and group bus assign switches are located above each channel fader. You could, for example, mix your instrument sources to the stereo buss while creating separate groups for the main vocal and chorus channels … or any bus configuration you need for your application.
MASTER SECTION
Aux and Effect Sends & Stereo Aux Return
The MG16/6FX has one pre-fader AUX send and one pre/post switchable AUX send, plus an additional effect send. The MG12/4FX has one pre/post switchable AUX send as well as an effect send. Whichever model you choose you have plenty of flexibility for external signal processing and monitoring. A stereo auxiliary return is also provided.
A Comprehensive Selection Of Output Connectors
In addition to the main L and R XLR and phone-jack stereo outputs, these versatile mixers also offer phone-jack control room, pin-jack recording, and stereo phone-jack headphone outputs. You have plenty of outputs for a wide range of applications – monitoring, master recorder feed, etc. Phone-jack group outputs are also provided to allow independent output of the group bus mixes.
12-segment Meters for Accurate Visual Monitoring
Output level monitoring is made accurate and easy with high-visibility 12-segment level meters on the stereo and group buses as well as the 2TR inputs.
EASE OF USE
Top-quality Digital Effects Built In
Yamaha digital signal processing is widely respected as the finest in the industry. It may be small, but the MG12/4FX is packed with a surprising amount of signal-processing power. Renowned Yamaha multieffect technology brings you a range of reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, phaser, distortion, and other effects built in a total of 16 types in all. In the MG16/6FX you get a complete effects system with a range of 16 superb reverb and delay effects built right in. Each effect program has a number of editable parameters as well as effect on/off switching and return level control. Additional convenience is provided by a footswitch jack to MG12/4FX which you can connect an optional footswitch for effect on/off switching.
7-band Stereo GEQ (MG16/6FX)
mg GEQThere's also a 7-band stereo graphic equalizer for flexible overall response shaping control or feedback reduction. The EQ bands are centered at 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, and 8kHz, adjustable over a 12dB range.
Reliable 60-millimeter Faders & Illuminated Switches
Reliable, high-performance 60-millimeter faders provide smooth, noise-free level control. while original Yamaha illuminated ON (ST buss assign), PFL (Pre-Fader Listen), and phantom power switches provide easy visual confirmation of critical console settings.
Compact, Portable Design
Compact and surprisingly light in weight, these mixers can easily be carried just about anywhere. You get top-quality mixing performance in the rehearsal studio, club, outdoors … wherever you need it.
Rack Mount Adaptors Included
Use your MG mixer on a desktop or mounted in a rack – the rack mount adaptors are provided.
Easy Operation and High Reliability
All switches and controls used in these mixers have been chosen for smooth, reliable operation as well as easy visual confirmation. |
