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YamahaMG16XU 16-Channel Mixer

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The Korena take

Built around 16 channels, the MG16XU gives a portable or fixed system a broad set of input and routing options. Eight mono hybrid inputs sit alongside mono/stereo and stereo line channels, while four AUX sends and four group outputs support more involved signal paths. SPX processing, one-knob compression, EQ, phantom power, USB audio, peak indication, and LED metering put key mixing controls on the console rather than requiring separate processing for every task.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Portable sound setups that need 16 channels, USB audio, effects, and several AUX or group routes.
  • Installed systems where mono microphones, stereo line sources, and monitor or auxiliary feeds share one mixer.
  • Mixes that need onboard SPX effects and straightforward channel dynamics control.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Yamaha MG16XU 16-Channel Mixer construction detail

Detail 01

USB Audio Class 2.0, up to 192 kHz/24-bit

Provides the mixer’s specified USB digital-audio connection and maximum format.

Detail 02

Four AUX sends and four group outputs

Offers four auxiliary sends and four group output paths for routing within the setup.

Detail 03

2 x 12-segment LED meter

Gives a dedicated visual readout of output level.

Detail 04

80 Hz, 12 dB/octave high-pass filter on mono channels

Lets you apply the specified low-frequency filter to mono inputs.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Confirm that 16 channels and the listed mix of eight mono, two mono/stereo, and two stereo line inputs suit the sources you need to connect.

Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Does the MG16XU have USB audio?

Yes. It is USB Audio Class 2.0 compliant and supports up to 192 kHz/24-bit.

02How many SPX effects programs are available?

The onboard SPX processor provides 24 programs.

03Does it provide phantom power?

Yes. The mixer has +48 V phantom power.

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Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

3 detailsConnections & power
Output Channels
STEREO OUT: 2
Phantom Power
+48 V
Input Channels
8 Mono[MIC/LINE], 2 Mono/Stereo[MIC/LINE], stereo[LINE]: 2
15 detailsOther
Bus
Stereo: 1, GROUP, AUX: 4
Comp
1-knob 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
EQ High
Gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, Frequency: 10 kHz shelving
Digital I O
USB Audio Class 2.0 compliant, Max 192 kHz, 24-bit
Monitor Out
1
Aux Send
4
Peak LED
LED turns on when post EQ signal reaches 3 dB below clipping
Phones
1
EQ Mid
Gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, Frequency: 2.5kHz peaking
Level Meter
2 x 12 -segment LED meter [PEAK, +10, +6, +3, 0, -3, -6, -10, -15, -20, -25, -30 dB]
Group Out
4
Pad
26 dB (Mono)
On Board Processors
SPX algorithm: 24 programs, PARAMETER control:1, FOOT SW:1 (FX RTN CH on/off)
Hpf
80 Hz, 12 dB/oct (Mono)
EQ Low
Gain: +15 dB/-15 dB, Frequency: 100 Hz shelving

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