Yamaha MX12 - User Manual
A user manual for Yamaha’s MX12/6 and MX20/6 professional audio mixing consoles covers their core functionality, from front- and rear-panel controls–such as gain, equalization, effects, and faders–to connectivity options like XLR/TRS inputs, phantom power, and auxiliary routing. The document also addresses critical safety, wiring standards (e.g., live/neutral/earth), and technical specs including frequency response, distortion limits, and compliance certifications. Setup guides for live performance or home recording are included alongside detailed schematics of signal flow and component specifications.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Product Identification and Manual Structure
- Page 2 – Electrical Safety and Wiring Instructions
- Page 3 – Safety Warnings and Component Handling
- Page 4 – Channel Control Functions
- Page 5 – Signal Routing and Channel Controls
- Page 6 – Master Control Functions
- Page 7 – Front and Rear Panel Operational Controls
- Page 8 – Input and Output Connector Specifications
- Page 9 – Rear Panel I/O and Microphone Power
- Page 10 – Signal Path Controls and Polarity
- Page 11 – Live Performance System Setup
- Page 12 – Home Recording Configuration
- Page 13 – Technical Specifications
- Page 14 – Model Input/Output Configurations
- Page 15 – Internal System Architecture Diagrams
MIXING CONSOLE
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing the YAMAHA MX12/6 or MX20/6 Mixing Con-
sole. Both the MX12/6 and MX20/6 mixers are designed to provide the user
with an ideal balance of operability, functionality, and simplicity.
In order to get the most out of your MX12/6 or MX20/6 mixer and its
functions, and to enjoy years of trouble-free use, please read this Owner’s
Manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Features
• The MX12/6 offers 12 input channels that can be mixed into
stereo, monaural, or to four group outputs.
• The MX20/6 offers 20 input channels that can be mixed into
stereo, monaural, or to four group outputs.
• A C-R/PHONES jack offers easy connection to a sub amp for
monitoring. It allows monitoring of the main stereo output,
TAPE IN input and the signals from groups 1/2, 3/4.
• The mixer is equipped with a highly efficient, built-in digital
effects section. The built-in effects allow you to create
professional sounding mixes without the need of additional
equipment. An EFFECT SEND jack is also supplied to allow
the use of external effectors.
• Two AUX SEND/RETURN jacks are provided. Two separate
AUX buses can be used as sends for external effectors or a
monitor system.
• The mixer supplies phantom power to provide easy connec-
tion of condenser microphones that require an external
power source.
• The mixer is equipped with INSERT I/O jacks for input
channels 1-4 (MX12/6) or 1-8 (MX20/6) allowing individual
effects to be inserted into individual channels.
• Both XLR type mic input jacks and TRS phone line input
jacks are provided on channels 1-8 (MX12/6) or 1-16 (MX20/
6). Input channels 9-12 (MX12/6) or 17-20 (MX20/6) are
equipped with stereo line input jacks. The MX12/6 and
MX20/6 can handle a wide range of sources, from micro-
phones to line level devices and stereo output synthesizers.
• TAPE IN jacks and REC OUT jacks offer easy connection of
tape decks for playback and recording.
Contents
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Channel Control Section ........................ 2
Master Control Section .......................... 4
Connector Section ................................. 6
Rear Panel ............................................. 7
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Specifications ....................................... 11
Dimensions .......................................... 12
Block and Level Diagrams .................... 13
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About this manual
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Model
- MX12
- Document type
- User Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 16
- File size
- 1 MB
- Format
Summary
Overview of the mixing console features, including input channels, built-in effects, connectivity options, and a table of contents.
FCC compliance information and critical safety instructions for wiring the mains lead, specifying wire color codes for earth, neutral, and live connections.
Critical safety warnings regarding water, power cords, physical damage, lightning, proper handling, connector wiring, and component maintenance guidance.
