Yamaha MGX16 B

Essential Information About Yamaha MGX12V / MGX16V Digital Mixing Consoles

• Reference Audio Quality: Premium microphone preamps and recording up to 32-bit/96 kHz for faithful "True Sound" reproduction.


• Intuitive Control: 4.3-inch touchscreen with 5 encoders and 60 mm faders for a fast workflow.


• Modern Connectivity: dual USB-C, microSD port, Bluetooth audio input, and 4K HDMI on MGX12V/16V.


• Smooth Production: built-in DSP, zero-latency monitoring, auto gain, clipping protection, Simple/Standard modes, and scene recall.

From Classic MG to the New "True Sound" Era

The MGX series extends the legacy of Yamaha's compact MG consoles, renowned for their reliability and musicality, by embracing digital technology. Designed around the "True Sound" concept, it aims for transparent nuance reproduction while adding modern tools that simplify daily sound capture, broadcasting, and recording.

Who and What For?

The MGX12V and MGX16V target sound engineers, musicians, content creators, and mobile service providers who require a fast-to-deploy, stable, and easy-to-recall mix. Whether in performance venues, rehearsals, home studios, podcasting, or streaming, they offer immediate ergonomics and professional sound without complexity.

Ergonomics, Connectivity, and Notable Innovations

The 4.3-inch touchscreen interface, supported by 5 dedicated encoders, enables quick and visual parameter editing, while the 60 mm faders ensure precise control both on the front panel and in monitoring. Assistance features (auto gain, clipping protection, Simple/Standard modes, scenes) speed up setup and secure performances.

On the connectivity side, the dual USB-C ports facilitate recording/playback and data exchange with computers or mobile devices; the microSD port allows direct high-resolution capture up to 32-bit/96 kHz. The Bluetooth audio input adds a convenient source for supplementary content. On MGX12V/16V models, the HDMI interface supports 4K capture and transmission, ideal for audiovisual environments and streaming.

The integrated DSP delivers professional processing and zero-latency monitoring, while the four premium headphone outputs and omni-directional TRS 6.35mm jack outputs provide comfortable control over various stage and control mixes.

Technical specifications

Type	digital Compact (Integrated Mixing Engine)	Rackable	Yes
USB stereo recording / playback	Yes	Headphone output	Yes
Number of faders	17

Configurations	12 or 16 60 mm faders (depending on model)	Monitoring	latency-free
DSP processor	integrated	USB-C ports	2
Screen	4.3-inch touchscreen	microSD port	yes
Encoders	5, direct access to parameters	Audio input	Bluetooth
Assist functions	automatic gain, clipping protection	MGX12V/16V	HDMI interface for 4K capture and transmission
Operating modes	Simple / Standard	Headphone outputs	4
Scene recall	yes	6/8 omni TRS 6.35 mm jack outputs (MGX12V	6 / MGX16V: 8)
Microphone preamps	yes	Optional rack ears	RK-MGX12 / RK-MGX16
Recording resolution	up to 32-bit/96 kHz