About the Yamaha MG06 6-Input Compact Stereo Mixer
The Yamaha MG06 is a compact, six-input stereo mixer designed for basic yet professional audio mixing applications in portable sound, home recording, and small-scale live performances. This mixer provides a straightforward and reliable platform for combining multiple audio sources, such as microphones, instruments, and playback devices, into a single stereo output. Its rugged, all-metal chassis ensures durability for mobile use, while its simple, intuitive layout makes it accessible for users of all experience levels. The MG06 is engineered with Yamaha's high-quality preamps and discrete Class-A D-PRE microphone preamplifiers, delivering clean, transparent sound with low noise, which is essential for maintaining audio integrity when amplifying vocals or acoustic instruments.
The mixer's channel strip is efficiently designed, with the first two channels featuring combo XLR/TRS jacks with switchable phantom power for connecting condenser microphones or line-level sources. These channels also include a three-band EQ (high, mid, low) for basic tone shaping. Channels 3/4 and 5/6 are stereo line-level inputs, ideal for connecting devices like keyboards, media players, or smartphones via RCA or 1/4" jacks. A dedicated stereo USB input allows for direct playback from a computer or mobile device, and this audio can be mixed with the live inputs. The main stereo output is provided on both XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors, offering flexibility for connecting to powered speakers, recording interfaces, or PA systems.
Despite its compact size, the MG06 includes practical features for live monitoring and control. It offers a stereo aux send for connecting stage monitors or external effects processors, a dedicated control room/phone output with level control for headphones or secondary speakers, and peak LED indicators on each channel to help prevent clipping. The mixer can be powered by an included AC adapter, making it suitable for fixed installations, or optionally by batteries for complete portability. The Yamaha MG06 represents a no-frills, robust, and sonically reliable entry-point into professional mixing, providing essential tools in a durable package for musicians, presenters, and content creators.