Yamaha MG206C 20-Channel 6-Bus Rack-mountable Mixer

The Yamaha MG206C is a versatile compact audio mixer designed for both project studio and live sound applications. The mixer features 20 total input channels with 1/4" TRS phone inputs on all channels and 16 XLR microphone inputs. Channels 1 through 16 are mono while 17/18, 19/20, 21/22 and 23/24 feature stereo paired 1/4" TRS phone inputs for connecting stereo devices such as keyboards, recorders etc. In addition, a built-in compressor is available on all mono channels for vocals, instruments, etc.

The MG206C 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 MG206C is a suitable solution for project recording studios, video editing facilities, and live sound reinforcement.
Top-mounted input and output connectors make setting up and re-patching your system quick and easy. All models feature high-quality Neutrik balanced XLR connectors on mono microphone/line channels and XLR-equipped stereo channels. These professional-class connectors were subjected to extensive testing by the Yamaha design team, and were chosen for the MG mixers for their superior reliability and sonic qualities. 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. Mono input channels also feature insert I/O connectors that let you patch external signal processing gear into those channels as required. Separate pinjack 2TR inputs are provided to accept the output from a CD player or similar stereo source.

Built-in Channel Compressors
This advanced feature can be a tremendous advantage in achieving great vocal sound, as well as to refine the sound of bass, guitar, and other sources. You won't find built-in channel compression on too many other mixers in this class, but in the MG audio mixers you have Yamaha's innovative one-knob compression feature on several of the mono input channels. 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.

High-performance Microphone Preamplifiers with Switchable Phantom Power
Microphone preamplifiers are critical in any mixer, and a performance bottleneck in many. That's why pros often spend thousands of dollars on just a single channel of microphone pre-amplification. 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. Gain trim covers a wide - 60dB ~ -16dB range for microphones (-34dB ~ +10dB for line input), so you'll be able to achieve optimum level matching with just about any source. All microphone preamps also feature switchable phantom power so you can take advantage of the natural, extended response of high-quality condenser microphones.

3-Band Channel EQ and High-Pass Filters
Building a truly useful, musical-sounding channel equalizer is no easy task, but Yamaha has decades of experience in building pro consoles to draw on. All mono channels feature 3-band equalizers with LOW, MID, and HIGH controls. Although not directly related to the equalizer circuitry, all inputs also feature 80Hz low-pass filters that can be used to eliminate subsonic noise that is outside the equalizers' range.

Aux/Effect Sends
Three AUX sends provide convenient routing to processing and monitor systems. Master send controls are also provided, as are RETURN level controls for the AUX and STEREO busses.

Two, Four or Six Buses (Stereo and Group)
The 206C Audio Mixer has two stereo group buses 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.

Smooth 60-Millimeter Faders & Illuminated Channel ON Switches
Channel and master level control is accomplished via reliable, high performance 60-millimeter linear faders that provide smooth, noise-free operation. When you have more than a few channels the direct visual indication of relative level settings can be an important advantage. Also featured are illuminated channel ON switches that can be used to individually add or remove channels from the mix without having to change the positions of the channel faders.

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.

Features

16 channels
16 mic inputs
12 mono line inputs + and 4 stereo line inputs
12 insert I/O
Phantom power switch (+48V)
3-band mid sweep EQ (Ch. 1-8)
3-band EQ (Ch. 9/10-15/16)
6 buses (Stereo and 4 groups)
4 Aux sends
2 stereo Aux return
Neutrik XLR Connectors
Input trim gain
High quality mic preamp
HPF
8 compressors
Illuminated CH ON switches
60mm Super smooth fader
Monitor mix
Lightweight (6kg)
12-segment LED level meter
Rackmountable
Here's what Yamaha have to say about this mixer
Whether you have a mixing applications that involves only a few channels, or up to 32 inputs with substantial signal routing versatility, Yamaha's MG-series offers a console that will give you the capacity, control, and performance you deserve. All models are remarkably compact and lightweight for superior handling and portability, but absolutely no compromises have been made in terms of features, performance, or durability. The MG mixers offer an extraordinary blend of technology: some inherited from professional Yamaha mixing consoles you're likely to see in distinguished halls throughout the world, and some developed specifically to deliver optimum performance in the MG-console format. In either case these performance-packed mixers are founded on a world-spanning network of human and technological resources that crystallize to deliver features that really matter, and sound that is undeniably superior.

Specifications
Total harmonic distortion (THD+N): Less than 0.1%, 20Hz-20kHz
Frequency response: 0, +1, -3dB , 20Hz-20kHz
Hum and noise level: Equivalent input noise (EIN); -128dBu, Residual output noise; -100dBu, Equivalent input noise (EIN): -128dBu, Residual output noise; -98dBu
Crosstalk (1kHz): -70dB
Power supply adaptor: PA-30 AC adaptor (AC35VCT, 1.4A)
100V, 120V, 220V, 230V or 240V; 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 40W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 18.81" x 4.13" x 19.52" (478mm x 105mm x 496 mm)
Net weight: 13.22lb. (6 kg)
Accessories: Owner's manual, AC adaptor