Yamaha MG124CX Analogue Mixer
What we think:
High-performance utility mixers. The DSP-equipped CX versions feature
SPX-quality effects built in.
The
new mid-range MG series mixers offer refined looks and features in a lighter,
smaller package. The MG124CX falls comfortably in the middle of the MG mixer
lineup, and deliver sound quality and advanced features such as channel
compression that are unrivalled in this class. The MG124CX will provide the sonic and space-saving advantages
of high-performance SPX digital built in.
▪ Ideal for both studio recording and live
performance.
▪ Comes with an array of digital FX built in including reverb, delay and
distortion.
▪ 12 input channels
▪ Six High-performance Microphone Preamplifiers with
Switchable Phantom Power
▪ 3-band Channel EQ and High-pass Filter
Extended
Capacity and Versatility for Studio or Stage
For
applications requiring up to 12 input channels the MG124CX offers stunning
MG-series sound plus an extra margin of signal-routing versatility. The only
difference is effects. The MG124CX features a high-performance digital
multi-effect processor built-in, giving you everything you need in one compact,
powerful package.
Flexible
12-input Configuration
The
MG124CX has a total of 12 input channels - four mono microphone/line inputs and
four stereo line inputs. Two of the
stereo line inputs can also function as mono microphone inputs, giving you up to
six simultaneous mono microphone inputs when needed. Gain trim covers a wide
-60dB ~ -16dB range for microphone input, and -34dB ~ +10dB for line input.
Comprehensive,
Easy-access Connector Panel
Top-mounted
input and output connectors make setting up and re-patching your system quick
and easy. It features high quality Neutrik™ balanced XLR connectors on all
four mono microphone/line channels and two of the stereo channels. The XLR-equipped
stereo channels can accept mono microphone input either via the XLR or phone
jack connectors. The remaining stereo channels provide phone jack and pin jack
connectors for compatibility with a wide range of sources. The four mono input
channels also feature insert I/O connectors that let you patch external signal
processing gear into those channels as required. Separate pin-jack 2TR inputs
are provided to accept the output from a CD player or similar stereo source.
Six
High-performance Microphone Preamplifiers with Switchable Phantom Power
The
microphone preamplifiers in any mixer are critical to its overall performance.
The microphone preamps built into the MG mixers inherit technology from Yamaha's
top-line professional consoles, and have been painstakingly designed to deliver
superior sonic performance with any dynamic or condenser microphone. All six
microphone preamps feature switchable phantom power so you can take advantage of
the natural, extended response of high-quality condenser microphones. A single
switch turns phantom power on or off for all microphone channels.
Built-in
Channel Compressors
Built-in
channel dynamics is usually only found on high-end (and very expensive)
consoles. The MG124CX features Yamaha's innovative one-knob compression feature
on mono input channels 1 through 4. This advanced feature can be a tremendous
advantage in achieving great vocal sound. It can also be used to refine the
sound of bass, guitar, and other sources. Conventional audio compressors with
their threshold, ratio, knee, makeup gain and other controls can be complex and
time-consuming to set appropriately for a given source. Yamaha's one-knob
compressor eliminates the need for an engineering degree with a single control
that lets you simply dial in the amount of compression you want.
3-band
Channel EQ and High-pass Filter
Yamaha
has decades of experience in building truly useful, musical equalization into
successful pro consoles, and the channel equalizers in MG-series mixers carry on
without compromise. Channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5/6, and 7/8 feature full 3-band
equalizers with LOW, MID, and HIGH controls, while 9/10 and 11/12 have 2-band EQ
for smooth equalization of stereo sources.
Four
Buses (Stereo and Group)
In
addition to the main stereo bus the MG124CX features a stereo group bus and
outputs that can be used for convenient channel grouping. Assign switches for
the stereo and group buses are located next to each channel fader.
Illuminated
Channel ON Switches
All
input channels feature illuminated channel ON switches chat can be used to
individually add or remove channels from the mix without having to change the
positions of the channel faders. The effect channel on the MG124CX also has its
own ON switch.
Effect/Aux
Sends
The
MG124CX has pre/post switchable AUX sends on all channels as well as EFFECT send
controls that adjust the level of the signal sent to the mixer's internal
multi-effect system. The MG124C has dual AUX send controls for each channel, one
switchable for pre- or post-fader operation, and one fixed for pre-fader send.
Master send controls are also provided, as are RETURN level controls for the AUX
and STEREO busses.
Stereo,
Control Room, Monitor, and Headphone Outputs
Located
above the mixer's master controls, on the convenient easy-access connector
panel, are the main stereo output connectors, phone-jack monitor output
connectors, pin-jack recording outputs, and a stereo headphone jack. These
versatile mixers offer plenty of connectivity for a wide range of applications.
Bright
12-segment Meters for Visual Level Monitoring
Accurate
visual level monitoring can help you achieve maximum signal-to-noise ratio
without distortion. The MG mixer's bright, easy-to-read 12-segment LED meters
make it easy to control system levels for optimum overall performance.
Smooth
60-millimeter Faders
Channel
and master level control is accomplished via reliable, high-performance
60-millimeter linear faders that provide smooth, noise-free operation. An
important advantage of linear faders is that they provide a direct visual
indication of relative level settings.
Lightweight,
Portable Design
In
spite of the fact that they offer 12 channels, four buses, and a wealth of
advanced features, the MG124CX is a small and light enough (only 2.9 kilograms)
to be tucked under an arm and set up just about anywhere. Both of these
remarkable mixers provide significant space savings along with huge performance
benefits.
Easy
Operation
All
switches, controls, and displays have been designed and laid out for intuitive
access and smooth, reliable operation with positive tactile and visual feedback.
MG124CX
Built-in SPX Effects
The
MG124CX's includes an astonishing amount of SPX signal processing power. It
incorporates a versatile digital multi-effect processor that provides a range of
reverb, delay, modulation, and distortion programs you can use to refine and
define your sound. Each of the 16 effect programs has a number of editable
parameters as well as effect on/off switching capability and return level
control. If you need to keep both hands free to play an instrument or perform
other operations, an optional footswitch can be connected to the mixer's effect
footswitch jack for convenient on/off switching.
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Zone D Europe 2: £19.99
Zone E Europe 3: £29.99
Zone F Europe 4: £39.99
Zone G World 1: £74.99
Zone H World 2: £89.99
Zone I World 3: £119.99