The Yamaha MG166CX-USB is a versatile compact audio mixer designed for both project studio and live sound applications. The mixer features 16 total input channels with 1/4" TRS phone inputs on all channels and 10 XLR microphone inputs. Channels 1 through 10 are mono while 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 and 15/16 feature stereo paired 1/4" TRS phone inputs for connecting stereo devices such as keyboards, recorders etc. An internal effects processor provides up to 16 user selectable presets including reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, distortion and more. In addition, a built-in compressor is available on all mono channels for vocals, instruments, etc.
A USB port is provided and integrates with an PC for direct, digital recording and playback. A copy of Cubase AI4 recording software is also included. The MG166CX-USB provides plenty of routing possibilities with 1/4" TRS inserts on all mono channels. Inserts send signal to external signal processors and effects and allow the signal to be returned to the original channel. The stereo outputs can be grouped with the provided stereo group bus for a total of 4 output buses. Three-band EQ sections provide high pass filter and sweepable mid-range. All microphone inputs are capable of providing +48V phantom power. The MG166CX-USB is a suitable solution for project recording studios, video editing facilities, and live sound reinforcement.
16 Inputs
The MG166CX-USB features a total of 16 line inputs via 1/4" TRS balanced Phone connections.
Internal Effects
An internal effects processor provides up to 16 user selectable presets including reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, distortion and more.
USB Port
A USB port is provided and integrates with an PC for direct, digital recording and playback. A copy of Cubase AI4 recording software is also included.
Built-in Compressor
A built-in compressor is featured on 6 of the mono channels for controlling vocal and instrument dynamics.
4 Stereo Inputs
Input channels 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 and 15/16 are stereo paired for inputs, suitable for connecting playback devices or keyboards.
High Quality Microphone Inputs
10 of the inputs feature high quality balanced XLR connections. The inputs are capable of +48V phantom power.
Inserts
1/4" TRS phone connections are found on every microphone input allowing flexible signal routing to external processors.
4 Output Buses
A Stereo Group bus output features a pair of 1/4" TRS phone outputs. The MG166CX-USB features a total of 4 buses when using stereo group and main stereo outputs simultaneously.
Sweepable EQ Section
All mono channels feature a 3-band EQ with sweepable mid-range and high pass filter.
Features
Specification
Total # Of Inputs
16 - Total Inputs
Mic/Line Inputs
10 - Mic Inputs: Balanced 3-pin XLR 16 - Line Inputs: Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone
Stereo Line Inputs
4 - Stereo Line Inputs: (L/R) Balanced 1/4" TRS Phone, channels 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, 15/16 channels 13/14 & 15/16 feature both TRS Phone and RCA Phono connections
In-Line Inputs/Returns
No
AUX Sends
2 - L/R Stereo 1/4" TRS Phone connections
AUX Returns
Aux are returnable via stereo input channels
Inserts
1/4" TRS Phone all mono channels
BUS (Group) Outputs
Stereo Group Bus: (2) 1/4" TRS Phone 4 Bus output when used in conjunction with main stereo output
Sealed Rotary Potentiometers (POTS) Gain Range: CH IN MIC: -60 to -16, 3k ohms actual CH IN LINE: -34 to 10, 10k ohms actual ST CH MIC: -60 to -16, 3k ohms actual ST CH LINE: -34 to 10, 10k ohms actual
