Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects (Used)
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Superior sound quality backed by technology from the Yamaha professional MG166CX live sound mixer.
Whether you have a mixing application 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.
Features
- Built-in SPX Digital Effects
- Easy operation
- Lightweight, portable design
- Versatile connectivity and pro-class connectors
- Built-in channel compressors
- High-performance microphone preamplifiers with switchable phantom power
- 3-band Channel EQ and high-pass filters
- Aux/Effects Sends
- Smooth 60mm faders and illuminated channel ON switch
The MG series mixers offer the sound quality and performance your music deserves. Click or call to order today!
MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects Specifications:
- Mic/Line inputs: 10
- Line inputs: 8 mono + 4 stereo
- Mixer input channels: 16
- Group busses: 4
- AUX busses: 3, including 1x Effect send
- Main busses: Stereo
- Total harmonic distortion (THD+N): Less than 0.1%, 20Hz-20kHz
- Frequency response: 0, +1, -3dB, 20kHz
- 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: 35W
- Dimensions: 478x105x496 mm
- Net weight: 5.5 kg
- Accessories: Owners manual, AC adaptor
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75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (4)
- Easy to use (4)
- Excellent sound (4)
- Versatile (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional musician (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
What a Great Suprise!
I just purchased this mixer a week ago for use with my jrx125 dual 15 inch cabs, epx 3000 power amp, sure beta 58/58 mics in a rock band with 2 guitars. We...Read complete review
I just purchased this mixer a week ago for use with my jrx125 dual 15 inch cabs, epx 3000 power amp, sure beta 58/58 mics in a rock band with 2 guitars. We have 3 vocalists, and I can honestly say that This mixer does it all! I couldn't be more pleased with the ease of use, sound quality, even the effects if used properly and of course with the right mic's are amazing! You can even run multiple monitor setups with ease thanks to the swift thinking of yamaha. I thought for being a cheaper yamaha it would sacrifice quality. This being said and 20 years of experience with yamaha pm, allen & heath, mackie, and soundcraft professional consoles, I will never go to another mixer unless it is an upgraded version of this. I'm even getting a second one even though it is not needed to use as a 10 channel monitor board. Way to go yamaha!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Plastic Chassis, feels flimsy
I bought this unit based on my experience with an older MG-10/2. The older unit had a metal chassis and a quality feel to the knobs. This unit has a plastic chassis,...Read complete review
I bought this unit based on my experience with an older MG-10/2. The older unit had a metal chassis and a quality feel to the knobs. This unit has a plastic chassis, and the knobs and sliders don't have the same quality feel. I'd rather pay a little more and get something more durable.
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
Cons
- Feels Very Flimsy
Best Uses
- Performances
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I bought this unit based on my experience with an older MG-10/2. The older unit had a metal chassis and a quality feel to the knobs. This unit has a plastic chassis, and the knobs and sliders don't have the same quality feel. I'd rather pay a little more and get something more durable.
Pros
- Accurate Controls
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I'm a drummer who has recently ventured in to working the sound. I needed an inexpensive board that sounded good for a rock band. This board is easy enough for someone with my skill level to use and it sounds great. The effects are pretty usable (especially stage reverb). The single-nob compression is also a nice touch. With a little eq, vocals sound great in seconds. Good board for the money.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I own the MG 16 and 24 Channel boards with my PA. I purchased the 16 channel to use as a sub-mixer for my extensive drum kit. When we added a 5th singing member to our band - I started running out of channels on the MG24 mains board. I love the MG-series - I am a converted Allen&Heath guy when they started using different pre-amps on channel inputs and most of the gain headroom was lost. The MG24 and higher boards actually use the same pre-amps as the very expensive MC consoles (so I'm told). I love the on-board effects and rarely use my external effects anymore.
I also wish there was EQ and gain control on the RCA aux inputs for program sources. I also wish on the 24 channel board that the cross-over for the mono channel had a high-pass enable for the mains so I can use the mono for subs and L/R mains for mid/hi speakers. No biggie, but would really make for nice on-the-fly sound without external cross-overs or overloading passively crossed speakers. The sound is totally acceptable for live audio and I get compliments all the time on the board operations and overall sound quality when I am mixing for bands. I always bring my boards : )
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Bands on a budget
- Live Sound
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I recently purchased one of these from a local distributor. I have over 25 years experience in sound systems, played semi pro for several years and mixed sound on a local level. I have used some really high dollar boards,(Allen and Heath,Mackie etc.) and some of the cheap stuff too. For the price range I believe this cannot be beat. This unit is by far one of the cleanest and easy to use I have ever encountered. Excellent sound quality! The effects are decent, not spectacular, but they get the job done. The compression on the first channels is a nice touch. Compact design for rack mounting is great for having a portable easy to set up system. I used this board for the first time for a local band and had the sound set within a few SECONDS! Seriously they werent even into the second line of the sound check! I got loads of compliments from the bar owner, the customers, and the guys in the band,they couldnt beleive the sound. If you know ANYTHING about setting sound this little guy will do the job. This is a very high quality item for the money. Highly Impressed. Great job Yamaha!
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
Bought this to replace a Behringer that I had problems with. I'm impressed with the sound quality. The built in channel compressors are a great idea.
Everything you need for a basic live performance.
Sounds as good as a much higher priced board I had.
Can't beat the price.
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
i've using this mixer for 3 years with my band and the results has been excelent! clear sound, too easy to mix.....durable....ithe first time i got it for the price...but im not dissapoint! this is a veeeeery good mixer......add to it the price..........people ask me what brand of mixer im using always........!
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I own a 24Channel Yamaha MX, Mackie VLZ-pro and Peavey Mixers. I do LIVE PA enginnering and Studio Mix engineering for a living. I have Mixed on the vast majority of Semi pro and Budget Mixers out there. Some people said their vocals sounded robotic and the guitars sounded Wahwahish. Another said Their Vocals sounded muffled and the FX cause feedback? Well I don't know what they could be doing to cause that. There are a few knobs they possibly overlooked in the AUX matrix that could cause feedback, I suppose. I use this Mixer All the time in professional mobile sound environments and always get compliments on the sound. I would think that's due to the engineer not the the mixer, But this guy Beats Mackie VLZ-pro for me. I prefer the ONYX to this- but I know VLZ's and know Yamaha and I prefer the MG sound. It's clean and musical and the FX are fine for 99 percent of live situations. Only beef I have with the FX is that include a tap tempo doe delays, like the 24 and 32 channel Mg's. My other complaints Is I would prefer both AUX'S to be post fader. I also own a SPX990, and while Yamaha claims the MG mixer contains SPX algorithms, the reverb from the SPX is better and more realistic. I was skeptical of the 1 knob Comp at first as I'm a compressor Buff and like my controls, but I was happy with the way it reacts to vocals. of course using it too much can cause feedback. To end, I'd say people getting strange sound need to rethink their chain, or learn how to operate a mixer. I've been an Audio engineer for years and I KNOW this mixer Is among the best budget choices out there. Fexible yet compact, and always sounds perfect!
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
We just purchased this mixer and few weeks ago. I was amazed at how light weight it was. That sure makes a difference in the rack. The auxillary outs are very handy for monitors. The onboard effects sound great. The only con is that there is no overall gain on the last two channels where the RCA jacks are. Just remember to have your volumes down low when you start your CD. It takes a 12 Space rack, but if you'll get you a SKB Mighty GigRig, you're ready to go!
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
I just purchased this mixer a week ago for use with my jrx125 dual 15 inch cabs, epx 3000 power amp, sure beta 58/58 mics in a rock band with 2 guitars. We have 3 vocalists, and I can honestly say that This mixer does it all! I couldn't be more pleased with the ease of use, sound quality, even the effects if used properly and of course with the right mic's are amazing! You can even run multiple monitor setups with ease thanks to the swift thinking of yamaha. I thought for being a cheaper yamaha it would sacrifice quality. This being said and 20 years of experience with yamaha pm, allen & heath, mackie, and soundcraft professional consoles, I will never go to another mixer unless it is an upgraded version of this. I'm even getting a second one even though it is not needed to use as a 10 channel monitor board. Way to go yamaha!
Comments about Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer With Compression and Effects:
i own this mixer and i love it. its a great deal with a lot of options. as for those who dont like the eq on vocals i say buy better mics and you will see the difference.
