Yamaha MG16 16-Input, 6-Bus Analog Mixing Console – 12RU Rackmountable (MG16)
The Yamaha MG16 delivers professional-level control and flexibility in a durable, rackmountable design. With 16 input channels—including 8 mono mic/line and 4 stereo line inputs—this console is a solid choice for both studio and live sound environments. It features Yamaha’s acclaimed D-PRE mic preamps with inverted Darlington circuitry, onboard 1-knob compressors for easy dynamics control, and +48V phantom power for condenser mics. Housed in a rugged metal chassis with a universal internal power supply, the MG16 is ready for touring, installation, or mobile production setups.

Features

• 16-channel mixer with 8 mono and 4 stereo inputs
• 4 GROUP buses + 1 stereo bus, and 4 AUX sends
• D-PRE mic preamps with inverted Darlington circuitry
• 1-knob compressors on mono inputs
• PAD switch, 3-band EQ, and PEAK LED on each mono channel
• +48V phantom power and XLR balanced stereo outputs
• Internal universal power supply (100–240V)
• Includes rack-mount kit
• Rugged metal chassis

Specifications

I/O
- Phantom Power: +48V
- Mono [MIC/LINE] Inputs: 8
- Mono/Stereo [MIC/LINE] Inputs: 2
- Stereo [LINE] Inputs: 2
- Stereo Out: 2
- Monitor Out: 1
- Phones Out: 1
- AUX Sends: 4
- Group Outs: 4

Bus Configuration
- Stereo: 1
- Group: 4
- AUX: 4

Input Channel Functions
- PAD: 26 dB (Mono)
- High-Pass Filter: 80 Hz, 12 dB/oct (Mono/Stereo: MIC only)
- Compressor: 1-knob (Gain/Threshold/Ratio)
- Compressor Threshold: +22 dBu to -8 dBu
- Compressor Ratio: 1:1 to 4:1
- Compressor Output Level: 0 dB to +7 dB
- Compressor Attack Time: ~25 ms
- Compressor Release Time: ~300 ms
- EQ High: ±15 dB, 10 kHz shelving
- EQ Mid: ±15 dB, 250 Hz – 5 kHz peaking (Mono)
- EQ Low: ±15 dB, 100 Hz shelving
- Peak LED: Lights when post-EQ signal is within 3 dB of clipping

Performance
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.03% @ +14 dBu (20 Hz–20 kHz), GAIN Min
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005% @ +24 dBu (1 kHz), GAIN Min
- Frequency Response: +0.5 dB / -1.5 dB (20 Hz–48 kHz), GAIN Min
- Equivalent Input Noise: -128 dBu (Mono Input, Rs: 150Ω, GAIN Max)
- Residual Output Noise: -102 dBu (Stereo Out, Master Fader Min)
- Crosstalk: -78 dB

Power
- Power Requirements: AC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 30W

Dimensions
- Width: 444 mm (17.5")
- Height: 130 mm (5.1")
- Depth: 500 mm (19.7")

Weight
- Net Weight: 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs.)

Accessories
- Included: Owner’s Manual, Technical Specifications, AC power cord, Rack-mount kit

Others
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C