Yamaha MGX16 Digital Mixing Console – White

Acclaimed for their exceptional sound quality, versatility, and intuitive design, Yamaha’s MG series compact analog mixers have become an industry standard for users in a vast range of applications. The MGX series breaks considerable new ground, ushering in a new era of MG excellence, driven by a deeper pursuit of "True Sound" that faithfully captures and reproduces every nuance of a performance, as well as an impressive expansion of functionality and system flexibility to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of sound reinforcement and music production.

Blending advanced digital technology with the trusted legacy of the MG series, the MGX series is adept at handling a variety of demanding applications, including live sound, installed sound systems, podcast/live streaming and recording, as well as hybrid live and other video production applications that require handling not only audio but also video signals, supported by our two video models.

The digital evolution of an analog classic, the MGX series digital mixers will inspire performers, engineers, operators, and audiences in any audio environment, with their superior sound and exceptional performance.

Versatility and Professional Sound You Can Count On
An audio mixer is expected to offer considerable versatility to accommodate a wide range of applications—such as live sound, podcast and live streaming, and recording—while delivering audio quality that satisfies the audience, the musicians and performers on stage, and you, the one who supports and shapes the entire experience.

The MGX features carefully selected physical I/O and extensive mixing capacity that enables flexible sound creation. Onboard DSP effects further enhance audio processing power, delivering a refined, professional sound for any application.

All the Essentials
The MGX16 is equipped with 8 premium-quality MGX mic preamps on Mic/Line combo inputs, along with 8 Line inputs, 2 XLR outs, 8 TRS OMNI outs, and 4 headphone ports, enabling smooth collaboration and versatile monitoring.

Power. Capability. Versatility.
It also delivers extensive mixing capacity with 8 mono channels, 4 stereo channels, a dedicated Sound Pad, and 2 FX channels, supported by a bus architecture comprising 8 MIX buses and 1 STEREO bus.

Professional, True Sound
By pursuing Yamaha's "True Sound" philosophy and utilizing high-performance AD/DA converters, the MGX mic preamps achieve an impressive 86 dB gain range with ultra-low distortion, and a 125 dB dynamic range at stereo output. Every nuance of your vocal and instrumental performance will be captured and reproduced with stunning accuracy.

This refined professional sound is guaranteed to satisfy not only discerning engineers, but also musicians, performers, and audiences alike.

Hone Your Vision
MGX also offers creative tools like Gate, Compressor, EQ, Reverb, Amp Simulator, and Voice Changer, letting you shape your sound exactly as you imagine. And with clear, comfortable monitoring—on stage, in the studio, or streaming—every moment you capture will resonate with beauty.

Wherever You Go
Despite offering a wide range of features, the MGX16 achieves an impressively low weight of just 4.7 kg through meticulous engineering and careful material selection. Without compromising durability, its rugged build is more than ready to handle a variety of environments with confidence.

Flexible Power, Unrivaled Performance
In today's world, traditional applications such as live or installed sound, podcasting and live streaming, and recording production continue to diversify and evolve. Hybrid live events that combine live performances with simultaneous streaming are becoming more common. To meet this broad range of demands with greater flexibility, the MGX is designed not only as a versatile mixer but also as a multifunctional hub, equipped with a powerful USB interface, Bluetooth audio connectivity, sound pads, and microSD card recording/playback—all packed into a compact, portable body.

Yamaha MGX16: Optimized Integration
Optimized Integration
By making full use of its flexible routing functions and dual MAIN/SUB USB ports, you can integrate a wide range of audio sources and devices into a setup that works exactly the way you want.

- USB MAIN: 22-track recording / 22-track playback

- USB SUB: 2-track recording / 2-track playback

Yamaha MGX16: Convenient Bluetooth Audio Input
Convenient Bluetooth Audio Input
Bluetooth connectivity allows users to easily integrate wireless audio sources into their live performances, streaming, and studio sessions.

Yamaha MGX16: Effortless Style in Sound
Effortless Style in Sound
Equipped with eight customizable pads, you can easily add sound effects in real time to enhance your events, podcasts, and streaming. These pads also function as user-defined keys.

Yamaha MGX16: Maximize Your Multi-Track
Maximize Your Multi-Track
With the MGX, you can record up to 16 tracks of audio and playback 2 tracks directly from a microSD card. From creating a reliable backup for mobile standalone recording sessions, to playing background music at a venue, you can deliver pro-quality sound anywhere.

Seamless Creative Flow
The highly versatile MGX digital mixing console is equipped with professional-quality effects, flexible routing, and a wide range of other features that can all be operated fast and intuitively using its touch-panel GUI, comprehensive controllers, assistive functions that streamline workflow, and scene recall capability. The MGX provides an operating experience that keeps your creative workflow focused and free of interruption.

Fast, Intuitive Control - Dialed In
In addition to the core mixer controller section with sixteen 60 mm faders and send knobs, a feature-packed GUI on the intuitive touch LCD, four customizable knobs, and the TOUCH AND TURN knob let you enjoy fast, precise, and effortless control—right at your fingertips.

Intelligent Tools for Exceptional Results
Auto Gain optimizes input volumes, Clip Safe prevents sudden distortion, and Total FX gives you tools like the Ducker—automatically prioritizing important sounds—and a Multi-Band Compressor to conveniently enhance your overall audio quality, and even a Delay for lip-sync adjustment.

With these features, the MGX keeps your workflow smooth and your sound consistently professional.

Change Fast, Stay Ready
With a Scene Recall function—you can switch between different setups or applications instantly. Pair it with Simple Mode for extra support, so you can stay focused on what matters most: your creativity.

Your Workflow, Your Way
The eight pads and four knobs located at the front right of the MGX also function as customizable user-defined keys. Their assignments can be managed across four banks, allowing you to configure them according to your needs—for example, triggering sound pads, scene recall, or playing back a test tone from the built-in oscillator for venue sound checks.

Complete. Connected. Creative.
The MGX is not only a versatile audio mixer, but also a fully functioning recording studio and streaming station that meets the needs of a wide range of applications including live sound reinforcement, streaming and audio production. When used together with Steinberg’s software mixer MixKey, users can easily manage all audio signals on their PC. In future updates, seamless integration with Yamaha's USB controller CC1 and Elgato’s Stream Deck controller is also planned to further enhance workflow and system operation.

With Yamaha’s ever-expanding lineup of compatible products and continuous updates, a system built around an MGX console will continue to evolve with you as you refine your skills and broaden your creative horizons—whether as an engineer, producer, artist, streamer, or any combination of the four.

All You Need to Elevate Your Game
A complete suite of Steinberg music production software, together with the free software mixer MixKey, provides support for everyone from beginners just starting out to experienced engineers and creators looking to branch out into new production styles or content creation.

With Yamaha’s lineup of speakers, microphones, headphones, and more, you can build a system that meets your ever-evolving demands.

Seamless Controller Integration for a Custom Workflow
Seamless integration with Elgato’s Stream Deck and OBS Studio enhances the smoothness and reliability of your entire control experience. Future support for remote MGX operation via Stream Deck—along with ongoing development and further feature expansion—is planned to continually extend these capabilities. This will allow you to build a workflow that truly fits your creative style and stay fully focused on music production, streaming, video content creation, and performance.