Yamaha MG20XU 20-Channel Mixing Console

Yamaha MG20XU Overview

The Yamaha MG20XU is a compact mixer capable of 20 simultaneous inputs and is ideal for live performances, recordings, lectures, and more. The mixer features 12 mono mic/line combo input channels, and 4 stereo line input channels that can also be used as mono mic or line inputs. It also features USB connectivity and is capable of providing 2 channels in and 2 channels out to your computer at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, ideal for recording live performances, demos, and more.

Channels 1-20 are each equipped with D-PRE mic preamps, 3-band EQ, pan control, and a high-pass filter, and channels 1-12 feature a sweepable midrange control. The D-PRE mic preamps feature an inverted Darlington circuit and switchable 48V phantom power for use with dynamic and condenser microphones. Channels 1-12 also feature 26 dB attenuation switches for use with loud sound sources such as guitar amplifiers and drums, and there is a one-knob compressor on channels 1-8 to smooth out the dynamics of vocals and instruments to help them sit better in your mix.

The MG20XU 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.

Each of the MG20XU's channels feature a dedicated FX bus send level and there are 24 effects presets to choose from. The overall level of the FX bus is controlled by the dedicated FX return level control. Providing reverbs, delays, phaser, flanger, chorus, tremolo, auto-wah, distortion, and more, these effects can be used to help vocals and instruments sit better in your mix. The MG20XU ships with a rackmount kit and a power cord.

Features:

• 20-channel mixing console
• Max 16 mic / 20 line inputs (12 mono + 4 stereo)
• 4 GROUP buses + 1 stereo bus
• 4 AUX (incl. FX)
• “D-PRE” mic preamps with an inverted Darlington circuit
• 1-knob compressors
• High-grade effects: SPX with 24 programs
• 24-bit/192 kHz 2 in/2 out USB audio functions
• Works with the iPad (2 or later) through the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit / Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
• Includes Cubase AI DAW software download version
• PAD switch on mono inputs
• +48V phantom power
• XLR balanced outputs
• Internal universal power supply for world-wide use
• Rackmount kit included
• Metal chassis

Yamaha MG20XU Specs Built-in EffectsSPX Algorithm: 24 Programs
Parameter Control: 1 x Foot SW: (FX RTN CH On/Off)Phantom Power+48 VDigital I/OUSB: USB Audio Class 2.0 Compliant
Sampling Frequency: Max 192 kHz
Bit Depth: 24-BitInput Channels12 x Mono [Mic/Line]
4 x Mono/Stereo [Mic/Line]Output Channels2 x Stereo Out
1 x Monitor Out
1 x Headphone Out
4 x Aux Out
4 x Group OutBusStereo: 1
Group: 4
Aux: 4Pad26 dB (Mono)HPF80 Hz, 12 dB/Oct (Mono/Stereo: Mic Only)CompressorThreshold: +22 dBu to -8 dBu
Ratio: 1:1 to 4:1
Output Level: 0 dB to 7 dB
Attack Time: Approx 25 ms
Release Time: Approx 300 msEqualizerEQ High Gain: +15 dB / -15 dB, Frequency: 10 kHz Shelving
EQ Mid Gain: +15 dB / -15 dB, Frequency: Mono 250 Hz to 5 kHz Peaking, Stereo 2.5 kHz Peaking
EQ Low Gain: +15 dB / -15 dB, Frequency: 100 Hz ShelvingLEDPeak LED: Turns On When Post EQ Signal Reaches 3 dB Below Clipping (Mono)
Level Meter: 2 x 12-Segment LED Meter [PEAK, +10, +6, +3, 0, -3, -6, -10, -15, -20, -25, -30 dB]Total Harmonic Distortion0.03% at +14 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz), GAIN Knob: Min, 0.005% at +24 dBu (1 kHz), GAIN Knob: MinFrequency Response+0.5 dB / -1.5 dB (20 Hz to 48 kHz), Refer to the Nominal Output Level at 1 kHz, GAIN Knob: MinEquivalent Input Noise-128 dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150 Ohms, GAIN Knob: Max)Residual Output Noise-102 dBu (STEREO OUT, STEREO Master Fader: Min)Crosstalk-78 dBPower RequirementAC 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 HzPower Consumption36 WDimensions17.5 x 5.1 x 19.7" / 444 x 130 x 500 mmNet Weight15.7 lb / 7.1 kg