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Yamaha MG16 - 16-Input Mixer

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Yamaha MG16 - 16-Input Mixer
Key Features
  • 10x Mic Inputs
  • 16x Line Inputs
  • XLR and TRS 1/4" Stereo Outs
  • 4x Group Buses
The MG16 from Yamaha is a compact mixer capable of sixteen simultaneous inputs and is ideal for performances, recordings lectures and more. The mixer features eight mono mic/line combo input channels, two stereo line input channels that can also be used as mono mic or line inputs (XLR and stereo 1/4" inputs), and two stereo line inputs with 1/4" and RCA jacks.
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Yamaha MG16 Overview

The MG16 from Yamaha is a compact mixer capable of sixteen simultaneous inputs and is ideal for performances, recordings lectures and more. The mixer features eight mono mic/line combo input channels, two stereo line input channels that can also be used as mono mic or line inputs (XLR and stereo 1/4" inputs), and two stereo line inputs with 1/4" and RCA jacks.

Channels 1-12 are each equipped with D-PRE mic preamps, 3-band EQ, pan control and a high-pass filter. The D-PRE mic preamps feature an inverted Darlington circuit and switchable 48V phantom power for use with dynamic and condenser microphones. Channels 1-8 each also feature 26dB attenuation switches for use with loud sound sources such as guitar amplifiers and drums.

The MG16 mixer has XLR and TRS stereo outs for connecting to your PA system or monitor speakers. It also has a 1/4" headphone output with level control for personal monitoring, as well as additional TRS 1/4" stereo monitor outs for sending to powered speakers, amplifiers or devices such as digital recorders.

Four TRS auxiliary outputs with dedicated send level controls on each channel for routing aux mixes to external devices such as reverb units, monitor mixers and more
Four group buses (two stereo) with overall level control fader and dedicated outputs for creating a sub mix such as a drum group, or for routing separate mixes to amplifiers, powered speakers or other external equipment
3-band EQ on channels 1-8 and 2-band EQ on channels 9-16
Pan/balance control on each channel
One-knob compressor on channels 1-8 to smooth out the dynamics of vocals and instruments to help them sit better in your mix
Rugged metal chassis built to withstand wear and tear
Internal universal power supply for worldwide use
UPC: 086792991245

Yamaha MG16 Specs

Phantom Power
+48 V switchable, channels 1 - 12
Input Channels
8x mono [mic/line]
2x mono/stereo [mic/line]
2x stereo [line]
Output Channels
2x stereo out
1x monitor out
1x headphone out
4x aux out
4x group out
Bus
Stereo: 1
AUX: 4
GROUP: 4
Pad
26 dB (mono)
HPF
80 Hz, 12 dB/oct (mono/stereo: MIC only)
Compressor
Threshold: +22 dBu to -8 dBu
Ratio: 1:1 to 4:1
Output level: 0 dB to 7 dB
Attack time: approx. 25 msec
Release time: approx. 300 msec
Equalizer
EQ high gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, frequency: 10 kHz shelving
EQ mid gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, frequency: mono 250 Hz - 5 kHz peaking
EQ low gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, frequency: 100 Hz shelving
LED
Peak LED turns on when post EQ signal reaches 3 dB below clipping
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.03% @ +14 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz), GAIN knob: Min, 0.005% @ +24 dBu (1 kHz), GAIN knob: Min
Frequency Response
+0.5 dB/-1.5 dB (20 Hz to 48 kHz), refer to the nominal output level @ 1 kHz, GAIN knob: Min
Equivalent Input Noise
-128 dBu (mono input channel, Rs: 150 Ω, GAIN knob: max)
Residual Output Noise
-102 dBu (STEREO OUT, STEREO master fader: min)
Crosstalk
-78 dB
Power Requirement
AC 100 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
30 W
Dimensions
17.5 x 5.1 x 19.7" (444 x 130 x 500 mm)
Net Weight
14.6 lb (6.6 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
19.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.9 x 20.4 x 8.4"

Yamaha MG16 Reviews

Great mixer!

By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-04-04

Ive had several of this series of mixer including the 20 channel. They are all solid and reliable. I particularly like the ones with the parametric mid control as there is often a low frequency in speakers and rooms that need toning down. For the versions with digital effects, I dont use much of that, in part because you have to use the Aux controls to affect specific channels... you normally dont want the effect to apply to all channels. But overall, these are great, reasonably priced mixers. Yamaha makes good gear in general.

I like it

By Chetan Patel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-05-23

Nice mixer and give to good result I love Yamaha

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question

CAN YOU SHOW ME HOW TO CONNECT EQUIPMENTS TO mg16 MIXER FOR A GOOD PERFORMANCE?
Asked by: Anonymous
Please refer to the Yamaha owner's guide provided at the link below for all connections and operating details:http://bit.ly/1HkvRk9
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2022-08-15

question

Does this come with it's own dust cover?
Asked by: BaiLin H.
No it does not. However, this dust cover will fit, BH#GAGMC2222.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2021-09-12

How many rack units will this take up?

How many rack units will this take up?
Asked by: Harris
Unit is 19.7" , the math: 19.7" divided by 1.75" (1RU=1.75") = 11.25 RU or, make it 12U
Answered by: james
Date published: 2021-09-12
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