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Yamaha MG12 12-Channel Analog Mixing Console

Yamaha MG12 12-Channel Analog Mixing Console

Where the MG range becomes a proper console.

6 mic inputs on discrete Class-A D-PRE preamps
Two subgroups and two AUX sends for real live routing
Three-band EQ and 80 Hz high-pass filters on the mono channels
One-knob compressors on the mono channels
Internal universal 100-240V power supply - no external adapter

MRPRs. 35,600.00

YMS PriceRs. 26,700.0025% OFF

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Where the MG Range Becomes a Proper Console

The MG12 is the first MG with subgroups, two AUX sends, full-size faders and an internal universal power supply. Twelve channels: four mono mic/line on combo jacks, two more that take a mic on XLR or a stereo line, and two stereo line channels. Two subgroups and two aux sends give you real routing rather than one stereo mix.

It is a working desk for a band with a drum kit, a church, a school auditorium or a rehearsal space — anywhere you need to group the drums under one fader and run two separate monitor feeds. No effects and no USB on this model.

At a Glance

Channels12 total

Mic inputs6 × D-PRE

AUX sends2

Subgroups2

Effects / USBNeither

PowerInternal, 100-240V

What You Get

Six mic inputs on D-PRE preamps — four combo mic/line channels plus two that switch between an XLR mic input and a stereo line pair.
Two subgroups. Bus the drums or the backing vocals to a pair of group faders and control them as one, instead of chasing six channels at once.
Two AUX sends — two independent monitor mixes, or one wedge feed plus one send to an outboard effects unit.
One-knob compressors and three-band EQ — 100 Hz shelving, 2.5 kHz peaking mid, 10 kHz shelving, all ±15 dB — plus an 80 Hz high-pass filter on every mono channel.
Internal universal power supply, 100–240V. No wall-wart to lose, and it survives unstable mains better.
2 × 12-segment LED metering, channel faders, 308 × 118 × 422 mm, 4.0 kg. Optional RK-MG12 rack kit.

Reading the MG Model Names

Yamaha's MG names are a code, and once you know it the whole range makes sense at a glance:

The number is the channel count — 06, 10, 12, 16, 20.
X adds the SPX digital effects processor (reverbs, delays, chorus).
U adds a USB audio interface for recording straight to a computer.
F means channel faders instead of rotary knobs.
K means the reverse — knobs instead of faders, for a shallower, lighter console.

So the MG12 is twelve channels, no effects, no USB. The MG12X adds SPX; the MG12XU adds SPX and USB. The MG12XUK is a different shape of console entirely — twelve channels on knobs, with one send and no subgroups.

The Full MG Range at YMS

Every analog MG console we stock, smallest to largest. "4 + 2" means four mono mic/line channels plus two that switch between mono mic and stereo line.

Model	Ch	Mono mic/line	Stereo line	Effects	USB	AUX	Groups	Levels	Power
MG06	6	2	2	—	—	—	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG06X	6	2	2	SPX ×6	—	—	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG10	10	4	3	—	—	1	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG10X	10	4	3	SPX ×24	—	1	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG10XU	10	4	3	SPX ×24	Yes	1	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG10XUF	10	4	3	SPX ×24	Yes	1	—	Faders	Adapter
MG12	12	4 + 2	2	—	—	2	2	Faders	Built-in
MG12X	12	4 + 2	2	SPX ×24	—	2	2	Faders	Built-in
MG12XU	12	4 + 2	2	SPX ×24	Yes	2	2	Faders	Built-in
MG12XUK	12	6	3	SPX ×24	Yes	1 (FX)	—	Knobs	Adapter
MG16	16	8 + 2	2	—	—	4	4	Faders	Built-in
MG16X	16	8 + 2	2	SPX ×24	—	4	4	Faders	Built-in
MG16XU	16	8 + 2	2	SPX ×24	Yes	4	4	Faders	Built-in
MG20XU	20	12 + 4	—	SPX ×24	Yes	4	4	Faders	Built-in

FAQ

Q. How many microphones can I actually plug in?

Six. Channels 1–4 are combo jacks that take a mic or a line source; channels 5/6 and 7/8 each take a mic on XLR or a stereo line pair, but not both at once. Channels 9/10 are line only.

Q. What do the two subgroups actually do for me?

They let you control several channels with one fader. Route four drum mics to Group 1 and the whole kit moves together. On the MG10 series, which has no groups, you would be riding four faders at once.

Q. Is the mid EQ sweepable?

No — the MG12 family has a fixed 2.5 kHz mid, same as the MG10 series. A sweepable 250 Hz–5 kHz mid appears only on the MG16 and MG20 consoles. If you regularly need to hunt boxiness around 300–500 Hz, that is the reason to step up.

Q. Should I buy the MG12X or MG12XU instead?

If any vocal goes through it, the MG12X adds 24 SPX reverb and delay programmes for a modest step up. The MG12XU adds a USB interface on top. The plain MG12 makes sense when you already own outboard effects or a separate interface.

Q. Can it be rack-mounted?

Yes, with the optional RK-MG12 kit. Note that the larger MG16 and MG20XU include their rack-mount kit in the box.

Why Buy from YMS?

YMS For Music is an authorised Yamaha Premium Retailer. Every MG console is genuine Yamaha stock with full manufacturer warranty, sold and supported by people who use these desks on real jobs.

Honest advice on which model you actually need, demo units in Bengaluru and Mangaluru, and secure delivery across India. Not sure whether you need effects or USB? Ask us before you spend.

Specifications

Overview

Model	Yamaha MG12
Type	12-channel analog mixing console
Series	MG Series

Channels

Total Input Channels	12
Mono MIC/LINE	4 (combo jack, balanced)
Mono/Stereo MIC/LINE	2 (XLR mic or stereo line)
Stereo LINE	2
Mic Inputs (total)	6
Mic Preamps	Discrete Class-A D-PRE, inverted Darlington circuit
Phantom Power	+48V
PAD	26 dB (mono channels)

Processing

Compressor	1-knob compressor - Threshold +22 to -8 dBu, Ratio 1:1 to 4:1
High-Pass Filter	80 Hz, 12 dB/oct
EQ High	+/-15 dB, 10 kHz shelving
EQ Mid	+/-15 dB, 2.5 kHz peaking
EQ Low	+/-15 dB, 100 Hz shelving
Effects	Not fitted - see MG12X
USB Audio	Not fitted - see MG12XU

Outputs & Buses

Bus	Stereo: 1, GROUP: 2, AUX: 2
STEREO OUT	2 (XLR + phone jack, balanced)
GROUP OUT	2
AUX SEND	2
MONITOR OUT	1
PHONES	1
Level Meter	2 x 12-segment LED
Level Controls	Channel faders

General

Dimensions (W x H x D)	308 x 118 x 422 mm
Net Weight	4.0 kg
Power	Internal universal supply, AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	22 W
Included	Owner's Manual, Technical Specifications, AC power cord
Optional	RK-MG12 rack-mount kit, FC5 foot switch