Yamaha MGX12V 18-Channel Digital Mixing Console with Video Interface

The Digital Evolution of an Analog Classic

Building on the legacy of Yamaha's MG Series—already established as a global standard in mixing consoles—MGX digital mixing consoles deliver a perfect blend of flexibility, performance, and premium sound quality, excelling in a versatile range of live and installed sound, podcast/live streaming, music production, and recording applications.

In addition to the essential features and versatility you expect from a professional mixer, the MGX12V also integrates an HDMI-USB audio/video interface with capture and pass-through functionality. This enables users not only to mix and output audio in a variety of ways, but also to simultaneously capture video to a PC and record or stream it together with the audio.

For musicians, sound engineers, producers, as well as artists, streamers and content creators—and especially for those producing podcasts with four participants—the four mic inputs and four headphone outputs, together with the ability to seamlessly integrate high-definition video into their workflow, opens up new creative possibilities in a wider range of environments. In any application that involves content with both audio and video, the MGX12V will elevate your production quality and captivate your audience.

Versatility and Professional Sound You Can Count On

An audio mixer is expected to offer high 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.

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, as are applications that handle both audio and video signals. 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, microSD card recording/playback, and HDMI-USB audio/video interface function—all packed into a compact, portable body.

Seeing is Believing

The MGX-V models are equipped with advanced HDMI-USB capture and HDMI pass-through functions, enabling seamless integration of high-definition video into video production or streaming setups. These powerful features allow users to build a compact system that manages PA and monitor audio while supporting both streaming and recording—ideal for applications ranging from small-scale live events and hybrid concerts to podcasting and live streaming.

For visual content creators, filmmakers, podcasters, and streamers who want to bring audio and video together in one package, the MGX-V models are an essential tool for delivering flawless audiovisual performance.

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.

1. Live Sound – Hybrid Live Setup

This setup enables simultaneous FOH sound reinforcement, livestreaming, and recording for small-scale band performances.

Audio from instruments, vocal microphones, a DJ mixer, and background music playback devices is fed into the MGX16V and routed to the venue’s FOH system and stage monitors.

The audio and HDMI video sources are consolidated into a USB-connected computer for real-time streaming, with the audio also recorded in Cubase. At the same time, a multitrack backup is captured to a microSD card inserted into the MGX.

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2. Installed Sound - Internal Online Conference

This setup integrates in-room audio sources, remote participants, and video inputs to support internal online conferences.

Audio from presenter microphones, Bluetooth audio for background music, other playback devices, and time-cue sounds triggered from the MGX sound pads—used for schedule and presentation-time management—is fed into the MGX12V and routed to the room’s monitor speakers.

Video sources via an HDMI switcher and audio from remote participants over USB are consolidated into a computer for online conferencing and streaming, while a multitrack backup is simultaneously recorded to a microSD card in the MGX12V.

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3. Video Podcast with Four Speakers

This setup supports a four-person video podcast by integrating studio microphones, remote guests, playback sources, and video inputs into the MGX16V.

Audio from four MC microphones, remote participants, music or playback devices, and jingle cues triggered from the MGX sound pads is routed into the mixer and delivered to both studio and control-room monitoring.

HDMI video sources are combined through a video switcher and, together with the mixed audio, are sent to a computer via USB for recording and streaming in Wavelab Cast. At the same time, a multitrack backup recording is captured to a microSD card in the MGX.

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4. Video & Audio Content Production Setup

This setup supports video and audio content production by integrating studio microphones, remote guests, playback sources, and video inputs into the MGX12V.

Audio from multiple MC microphones, USB-connected remote participants, stand microphones, Bluetooth audio, and sync tones triggered from the MGX sound pads is routed into the mixer and delivered to individual monitoring headphones.

HDMI video sources are combined with the mixed audio and sent via USB to a computer for recording in Cubase, while a simultaneous multitrack backup is captured to a microSD card in the MGX.

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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.