Yamaha
Yamaha MGX12 Digital Mixing Console with Multitrack Recording
The mixer that records every channel separately.
- 4 combo mic/line inputs plus 4 TRS and 4 RCA line inputs
- 18-in/18-out USB-C multitrack audio plus a separate 2-in/2-out USB sub port
- Standalone microSD recording up to 16 tracks - no computer needed
- 4.3-inch touchscreen with 11+1 non-motorised faders and five encoders
- Auto Gain, Clip Safe, scene recall and full channel DSP with REV-X reverb
Taxes included.
The Mixer That Records Every Channel Separately
The MGX12 is digital, and that changes what a mixer can do. Eleven non-motorised channel faders, one stereo master fader and a 4.3-inch touchscreen sit over a processing engine with a gate, compressor and EQ on every channel, plus REV-X reverb, delay, amp simulation and Yamaha's Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip. It runs at up to 96 kHz with under 0.4 ms of latency.
The headline is recording: 18 tracks in and out over USB-C, a second USB port for a 2-track stream feed, and up to 16 tracks straight to a microSD card with no computer at all. Every analog mixer in the Yamaha range sends a stereo mix to your DAW. This one sends the whole session.
At a Glance
What You Get
- 18-track USB-C recording and playback on the main port, plus a second USB-C port carrying 2 tracks in and out — so you can multitrack to a DAW and feed a stream or a second machine at the same time.
- Standalone microSD recording, up to 16 tracks, with 2-track playback. Record the whole band without bringing a laptop.
- 4.3-inch touchscreen with four screen knobs, a TOUCH AND TURN encoder, eleven channel faders and one stereo master fader — touch a parameter, then adjust it with a real control.
- Full channel processing: gate, compressor and EQ per channel, plus Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip, Multi-Band Compressor, Compander, Ducker, Delay, Pitch Fix, Guitar Amp Classics and REV-X reverb.
- Bluetooth 5.0 audio input for playback from a phone, and a Sound Pad channel for triggering stings and beds.
- 96 kHz operation, under 0.4 ms latency, 125 dB dynamic range, THD under 0.002%, −128 dBu equivalent input noise, 86 dB gain range.
- Faster setup and safer levels: Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Simple and Standard operating modes, and Scene Recall help new operators get started while retaining deeper control for experienced users.
- Software included: Cubase AI, WaveLab Cast and Steinberg Plus licences plus the Basic FX Suite. 335 × 96 × 319 mm, 3.9 kg, PA-300C adapter supplied. Optional RK-MGX12 rack kit.
Digital or Analog? The Honest Comparison
At around the same money as a large analog MG, the MGX12 makes a completely different trade — and it is worth being clear about it before you buy.
Choose the MGX12 if you record, stream, or repeat setups
Multitrack recording, per-channel gate and compression, effects beyond reverb, Bluetooth playback, and settings you can store and recall instead of resetting the desk every session.
Choose an analog MG if you need lots of microphones
The MGX12 has four mic inputs. An MG16XU has ten and an MG20XU has sixteen, for similar or less money. If you are miking a drum kit plus a band, channel count wins and the analog desk is the right buy.
Need both — more mics and multitrack? That is the MGX16: eight mic inputs, a 15+1 fader layout and 22-track recording.
MGX12 or MGX16?
Same engine, same screen, same processing and the same software bundle. The difference is inputs, faders and track count.
| MGX12 (this console) | MGX16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Mic/line combo inputs | 4 | 8 |
| Input channels | 4 mono + 4 stereo | 8 mono + 4 stereo |
| Faders / send knobs | 11+1 / 12 | 15+1 / 16 |
| USB multitrack | 18-track | 22-track |
| Analog outputs | 2 XLR + 6 TRS | 2 XLR + 8 TRS |
| Line inputs, Sound Pad, FX returns | Identical — 4 TRS + 4 RCA line, 1 Sound Pad, 2 FX channels | |
| Buses | Identical — 8 mono mix, 1 stereo, 2 FX, 1 cue | |
| Screen & processing | Identical — 4.3-inch touchscreen, 5 encoders, full DSP suite, REV-X | |
| microSD / Bluetooth / latency | Identical — up to 16-track microSD, Bluetooth 5.0 in, under 0.4 ms at 96 kHz | |
| Size / weight | 335 × 96 × 319 mm, 3.9 kg | 419 × 96 × 319 mm, 4.7 kg |
Watch & Hear It
FAQ
Q. Can it really record without a computer?
Yes — up to 16 tracks to a microSD card, with 2-track playback from the same card. That is the feature that sets it apart from every analog mixer we sell.
Q. Only four mic inputs?
Four combo mic/line inputs, plus four TRS and four RCA line inputs. It is aimed at podcast, streaming, small-band and content work rather than miking a full stage. For eight mic inputs take the MGX16; for ten or sixteen, the analog MG16XU or MG20XU.
Q. Does the digital processing add noticeable delay?
No. Under 0.4 ms from input to stereo out at 96 kHz — well below what anyone perceives, including performers on in-ears.
Q. What are the two USB-C ports for?
The main port carries the full 18-track stream to and from a computer at 32-bit. The sub port carries a 2-track feed at 16-bit — typically a stream, a phone, or a second machine capturing the mix while the main port multitracks.
Q. What software comes with it?
Cubase AI and WaveLab Cast licences plus Steinberg Plus, and the Basic FX Suite plugin bundle. Enough to record, edit and master what the desk captures without buying anything else.
Why Buy from YMS?
YMS For Music is an authorised Yamaha Premium Retailer. Every console is genuine Yamaha stock with full manufacturer warranty, sold and supported by people who use these desks on real jobs.
Digital or analog is the biggest decision here and it depends entirely on how many microphones you need. Tell us your channel list and we will tell you honestly which one to buy. Demo units in Bengaluru and Mangaluru, secure delivery across India.
Specifications
Overview
| Model | Yamaha MGX12 |
|---|---|
| Type | Digital mixing console with multitrack recording |
| Series | MGX Series |
| Finishes | Black, White |
Inputs & Channels
| Analog Inputs | 4 combo (mic/line), 4 TRS (line), 4 RCA (line) |
|---|---|
| Input Channels | 4 mono + 4 stereo + 1 Sound Pad + 2 FX |
| Bluetooth | 2 input channels (stereo), Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP |
| Mix Buses | 8 mono |
| Stereo Bus | 1 |
| FX Buses | 2 |
| Cue Bus | 1 |
Outputs & Control
| Analog Outputs | 2 XLR, 6 TRS |
|---|---|
| Phones | 4 TRS (100 mW + 100 mW @ 40 ohm) |
| User Interface | 4.3-inch touchscreen, 11+1 non-motorised 60 mm faders, 12 SEND knobs, 5 rotary encoders |
Recording & Playback
| USB TO HOST | 2 x USB Type-C (MAIN 32-bit / SUB 16-bit) |
|---|---|
| USB Main | 18-track recording, 18-track playback |
| USB Sub | 2-track recording, 2-track playback |
| microSD Card | Up to 16-track recording, 2-track playback |
| Sampling Frequency | 44.1 kHz - 96 kHz |
Processing
| Assistive Features | Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Simple / Standard modes and Scene Recall |
|---|---|
| DSP | Gate, Compressor, EQ, Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip, Guitar Amp Classics, Pitch Fix, Ducker, Multi-Band Compressor, Compander, Delay, REV-X reverb |
| Signal Delay | Less than 0.4 ms (input to stereo out @ 96 kHz) |
| Dynamic Range | 125 dB typ. DAC to stereo out; 115 dB typ. input to main out |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | Less than 0.002%, 20 Hz-20 kHz @ +4 dBu |
| Equivalent Input Noise | -128 dBu typ. |
| Gain Range | 86 dB |
General
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 335 x 96 x 319 mm |
|---|---|
| Net Weight | 3.9 kg |
| Power | DC 16V / 2.4 A, PA-300C AC adapter (100-240V) |
| Power Consumption | 38.4 W |
| Included | Start Guide, Safety Guide, Cubase AI and WaveLab Cast/Steinberg Plus licence cards, Basic FX Suite licence card, PA-300C AC adapter |
| Optional | RK-MGX12 rack-mount kit |
No HDMI on this model - HDMI input and pass-through is an MGX12V feature. Specifications from Yamaha official MGX series product data.
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