Description

The Yamaha MG16XU 16-Channel Mixer is a professional analog mixing console designed for live sound, churches, bands, events, studios, conferences, DJs, and professional audio applications. It combines Yamaha’s high-quality D-PRE microphone preamps, 1-knob compressors, SPX digital effects, 4 AUX buses, 4 GROUP buses, +48V phantom power, and 24-bit/192kHz USB audio in a durable metal chassis.

Key Features

• 16-channel mixing console
• Maximum 10 microphone / 16 line inputs
• 8 mono + 4 stereo input configuration
• 4 GROUP buses + 1 Stereo bus
• 4 AUX buses, including FX
• Yamaha D-PRE microphone preamps with inverted Darlington circuit design
• 1-knob compressors on mono input channels for easy dynamics control
• Built-in Yamaha SPX digital effects with 24 programs
• 24-bit/192kHz USB 2-in/2-out audio interface
• USB audio recording and playback for computer-based production
• USB Audio Class 2.0 compliant
• Supports sampling rates up to 192kHz
• +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• 26dB PAD switches on mono input channels
• High-pass filters on selected microphone channels
• 3-band channel EQ with high, mid and low controls
• Professional XLR balanced stereo outputs
• Balanced/impedance-balanced GROUP, AUX and MONITOR outputs
• Dedicated headphone output
• 2 × 12-segment LED level meters
• PEAK LED indicators for monitoring input signals
• Individual channel ON switches and level controls
• Durable metal chassis designed for professional use
• Rack-mount kit included
• Universal internal power supply for worldwide use
• Compatible with iPad audio applications using the appropriate USB connection accessories
• Includes Cubase AI DAW software download information, subject to regional availability

Input & Channel Configuration

• CH 1–8: Mono microphone/line inputs with combo connectors
• CH 9/10 and 11/12: Mono/stereo microphone and line inputs
• CH 13/14 and 15/16: Stereo line inputs
• Maximum: 10 microphone inputs and 16 line inputs
• PAD: 26dB on CH 1–8
• HPF: 80Hz, 12dB/octave on applicable microphone channels

Channel EQ & Compression

• 1-Knob Compressor: Available on CH 1–8
• Mono Channel HIGH EQ: 10kHz shelving, ±15dB
• Mono Channel MID EQ: 250Hz–5kHz peaking, ±15dB
• Mono Channel LOW EQ: 100Hz shelving, ±15dB
• Stereo Channel HIGH EQ: 10kHz shelving, ±15dB
• Stereo Channel MID EQ: 2.5kHz peaking, ±15dB
• Stereo Channel LOW EQ: 100Hz shelving, ±15dB

SPX Digital Effects

The MG16XU features Yamaha’s high-grade SPX digital effects processor with 24 effect programs. The effects section includes parameter control and a footswitch connection for convenient FX return control.

USB Audio Interface

The built-in USB interface provides 2-input/2-output digital audio with up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution. This allows the MG16XU to connect directly to a computer for recording, playback, live streaming and other digital audio applications.

Output & Routing

• STEREO OUT: 2 channels
• MONITOR OUT: 1 stereo output
• GROUP OUT: 4 outputs
• AUX SEND: 4 outputs
• PHONES: 1 headphone output
• 4 GROUP buses for flexible signal routing and submixing
• 4 AUX buses for monitoring and effects sends
• XLR balanced main stereo outputs

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Response: +0.5dB / -1.5dB, 20Hz–48kHz
• THD+N: 0.03% at +14dBu, 20Hz–20kHz
• THD+N: 0.005% at +24dBu, 1kHz
• Equivalent Input Noise: -128dBu
• Residual Output Noise: -102dBu
• Crosstalk: -78dB at 1kHz
• Phantom Power: +48V
• USB: USB Audio Class 2.0
• USB Resolution: 24-bit
• USB Sampling Frequency: Up to 192kHz
• Power Supply: AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption: 30W
• Dimensions: 444 × 130 × 500mm
• Net Weight: 6.8kg
• Operating Temperature: 0–40°C

Applications

The Yamaha MG16XU is ideal for church sound systems, live bands, concerts, event centers, conference halls, studios, DJs, public speaking, streaming, recording, rehearsal spaces, schools and professional PA systems.

Why Choose the Yamaha MG16XU?

With its combination of 16-channel mixing, 4 AUX buses, 4 GROUP buses, D-PRE microphone preamps, 1-knob compression, 24 SPX effects, 24-bit/192kHz USB audio, 48V phantom power and professional balanced outputs, the Yamaha MG16XU offers powerful routing and processing capabilities in a rugged, professional mixing console.