Reddit reviews YAMAHA MG10XU 10-Input Stereo Mixer With Effects

DO NOT get the Yeti. (I have so many firends using the yeti and its sounds like garbage)

My honest recommendation would be to get a USB audio interface (cheap: $100 One I would buy myself: $200 Best money can buy: soem stupid high number like $20,000) and a XLR mic. (these also range from $20 to $2000)

The interface I would recommend: Yamaha MG Series I personally like the MG10XU since it has a built in compressor (and if I remember correctly limiter as well) which is not a normal thing to find at this pricepoint. Barnacules over at Nerdgasm has this exact board too. The great thing about this board, it is something that you wouldn't need to upgrade so all upgrades would be mic based.

If I was to remove the word "USB" from your question then hands down the answer would be the SM7B from Shure, this is a professional mic used in podcasts and radio alike. You can see it being used in:

Joe Rogan podcast

H3H3 Podcast

Nintendo Voice Chat

If I looked hard enough I am pretty sure I could find tons more. Now do not get me wrong, this mic is pretty expensive BUT you didnt put a budget down sooooo........ yea. You could get that mentioned interface and a decent like $100 mic (like Shure SM58, literally the most common mic in the world) and be good until you upgrade.

My experience: I am a university trained audio engineer

Just a quick thing to mention, the AT2020 is not a Dynamic microphone as OP requested. The Shure SM58 ($100) would be a great starter, it's a solid microphone and priced well.

I personally use a Rode Procaster ($230) and Yamaha MG10XU ($200) and think the sound is great, though the mixer is almost certainly overkill so it ends up a little out of budget there. The Scarlet 2i2 u/Triksterism mentioned is a very popular and solid choice for the interface.

Edit: Either I'm stupid or reddit's new interface makes it a pain in the butt to create links compared to the old system.

Happy Cake Day duder! Here are my suggestions!

Under 100$

[Lexicon Alpha](http://www.amazon.com/Lexicon-Alpha-Desktop-Recording-Studio/dp/B000HVXMNE/ref=sr_1_1?
ie=UTF8&qid=1412270622&sr=8-1&keywords=lexicon+alpha)

Scarlett Solo

Tascam US-32

Over 100

Scarlett 2i2

M Audio M Track Plus

Steinberg UR22


Personally, I use the UR22, mainly because I need the Midi in/out for my outboard synths, and the d-pre amps are quite nice for basic mics. I work for a music shop, and our best seller is the UR22. However, any of these interfaces would work well with FL Studio, and you would not be displeased with any of them. Let me know which one you get, dude! Cheers!

Ninja Edit - Stay away from Behringer, Gemsound, Pyle, and Pyramid. They are low cost, but have poor quality builds, poor converters, latency issues, and a myriad of other problems. Also, if you need multiple inputs and mixing capabilities down the line, I suggest these;

http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Mixer/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412271070&sr=8-1&keywords=yamaha+mixer

http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Audiogram-6-audio-interface/dp/B001F1WNAS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412271058&sr=8-1&keywords=yamaha+interface

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

Here you go. Ice said he got it used for $50 on Craigslist.

If you ever want to have callers/skypers/etc. on your show, make sure you get one that you can do a mix-minus with. Basically you'll want a mon-send or an fx-send. Look for at least a 2-bus mixer or you'll be limited to a single mix-minus connection.

I have a Behringer Q802USB - I should have just bought the 802 (not USB) for $15 less. Here's a little secrete I didn't know when I bought it - you can't use the USB bi-directionally. You're EITHER sending audio to the PC or receiving audio from the PC. So it didn't work for my needs to monitoring incoming audio from the PC and send my mic feed at the same time. I ended up buying a UCA202 USB interface and that solved my problem.

You'll hear the Behringer's are noisy. They are. If you drive the gain it gets really hissy. BUT keep the levels down and it works just fine. For under $80 it's really hard to beat.

If you're on a budget, and want to record 3 mic, I would maybe take a look at these:

Behring 1202
http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-1202-BEHRINGER-XENYX/dp/B000J5Y282/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421430697&sr=8-1&keywords=behringer+1202

Alto Professional ZMX122FX
http://www.amazon.com/Alto-Professional-ZMX122FX-8-Channel-Preamps/dp/B004TM31FG/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1421430794&sr=1-2

Mackie 802VLZ4
http://www.amazon.com/Mackie-802VLZ4-8-channel-Compact-Quality/dp/B00EDHWLFI/ref=sr_1_33?ie=UTF8&qid=1421430841&sr=8-33&keywords=audio+mixer

Yamaha MG10XU
http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Mixer/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_61?ie=UTF8&qid=1421430887&sr=8-61&keywords=audio+mixer

For a really inexpensive 2-bus mixer with a sub-group, maybe the Behringer Eurorack UB1204. You get 2 aux sends + a 3-4 submix. I've not heard anything about these mixers - so I can't tell you if the mic pres are at all acceptable. Anyone will tell you if you're serious to stay away from Behringer.
http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UB1204-PRO-BEHRINGER-EURORACK/dp/B00551VDIM/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1421430950&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=behringer+euroack

>Im worried that being that the AT2020 is a cardioid mic

I think you mean that the AT2020 being a condenser mic not a cardioid mic. The AT2020 is both a cardioid and a condenser mic, but the "cardioid" refers to the polar pattern and "condenser" refers to the type of transducer. You definitely want to get a cardioid or hypercardioid microphone.

Condenser microphones are much more sensitive than dynamic microphones. That means that they pick up your voice from further away but also pick up more background noise. Condenser microphones also general will record a more accurate respresentation of the sound input (they sound better). Generally you want a condenser mic about 6-8" from your mouth pointed directly at you (or slightly off-axis) and directly away from any background noise.

Dynamic microphones are less sensitive so they don't pick up as much background noise but they also generally need to be closer to the sound source. They also don't have as good audio quality for lower end microphones. Generally you would want a dynamic mic 3-4" from your mouth pointed directly at you (or slightly off-axis) and directly away from any background noise.

If you have $300 to spend on an interface and microphone then I suggest spending more of it on the interface and less on the mic and then upgrading the mic in the future if needed. That is because some of the lower priced interfaces will introduce noise into your system. There are two main styles of interface. There's the tube amp style (think Scarlett 2i2 or Presonus audiobox 2x2) and there are mixing boards (think Behringer Xenyx or Yamaha MG10XU). For your price range the tube amps will give you better sound but you won't be able to adjust it as much hardware-side. The mixing boards will give you much more control over your audio but with slightly reduced quality. since you are streaming I highly recommend going the mixing board route, but that is up to you. Personally I love my Mackie ProFX8V2 ($200) but the Yamaha MG10XU ($200) is basically made for streamers. I like my Mackie because it has audio inputs which allows you to easily add hardware effects (EQ, compressors, gates, etc). The Yamaha has a very simple built-in compressor that you might find useful.

If you want to go the audio interface route then I highly suggest the Steinberg UR242 ($170) or the Presonus Audiobox 44VSL ($200). These will give you the best sound for your money. I have tried every one of these interfaces and mixing boards and these 4 are my favorite. The Scarlett gave me huge problems and has also given all of my content creator friends issues.

Now for microphones. You mentioned that you wanted the SM7b but did not want to price tag. The SM7b is basically an upgraded version of the SM58 ($100) and SM57 ($100). The SM58 is geared slightly more towards vocals while the SM57 is geared slightly more towards insturments, however they are very similar. These microphones are nearly indestructible, are the go-to microphones for live stage performances, and the SM57 is what President Obama used for every one of his speeches. It has This cover on it. I highly recommend either microphone and they will pair well with your $200 interface and sits right in your $300 budget.

If you have any questions please let me know, I would be happy to help.

Could you dumb down the routing for me? This is the mixer

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

Thanks

I currently own Senn 650, 6xx and 800s as well as Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990 and T1 2nd gen.

For gaming I will swap between the 990 and 6xx depending if I'm upstairs or downstairs as they are the ones I have on the desk. Both rigs are using Yamaha MG10XU mixer and schiit Jotunheim amps

I personally prefer the comfort of the DT990 but the soundstage/positional audio for gaming is superior on the 6xx.

I have a Micca OriGen G2 Amp/Dac that I use alongside a pair of DT990s. My question is how would I go about connecting my amp to a mixer like this Yamaha MG10XU. I know very little about the relationship between mixers and headphone amps

that is quite an expensive thing to start with. I'll cut that price tag in half and still show you something way more than I'm sure you will need...


https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_3?hvadid=178358016906&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9031285&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4127858809264975478&hvtargid=kwd-66694691191&keywords=yamaha+mg10xu&qid=1556581041&s=gateway&sr=8-3


I use the Yamaha MG10XU for my stream, it's an amazing mixer for it's price, it has some built in effects you can apply to channels if wanted, supports up to 4 XLR mics and then some. It doesn't necessarily have the Fader sliders you mention, but it has a volume nob which has the same function. So as long as you are cool with twisting as opposed to sliding, BAM.

We personally use 4 AT2020 and an MGXU Mixer:

https://www.amazon.ca/Technica-AT2020-Cardiod-Condensor-XLRM-type/dp/B0006H92QK/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=at2020&qid=1554514257&s=gateway&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.ca/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Mixer/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=mg10xu+mixer&qid=1554514302&s=gateway&sr=8-1

As long as you're all facing the same way (NOT even slightly towards each other or you get bad echo) this turns out great.

We even ended up getting a second mixer so we could use the EQ on all four mics. Have a nice carpetted/padded room, and again make sure you're all facing the same direction, a very important lesson we learned. Audio syncing the video is also very much needed in this case.

We record with VERY low gain so there's little noise pollution, then up in post.

You're asking for a lot of pieces here. How much are you looking to spend? Seems like you're already pretty invested on the amp side.

A mixer like this will set you back $200 but might be overkill.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_S2bLDbAS9B86G

You plug the output to your amp, and then plug in everything you want into the different inputs. You will need some extra cables for your phone. This amp also lets you plug your computer in as an input (so you could play music from there).

Hook everything up right and you'll be able to control the volume of each input (along with a bunch of other stuff) to get the sound coming out like you want it.

Once you get it all sounding right, write another post about your setup and how to record it. That's a whole other matter.

Wow, that's super interesting. I understand why you have the sound routed as you do and I didn't realize the limitations of the various recording softwares when combined with screen readers. I gotta say, that makes for an interesting challenge. Man...

Since you have a setup that works and all you really are looking for is to replace the mixer, I'd suggest something like this Yamaha MG10XU board. That one will set you back about $200, and while I don't have any personal experience with it, I like Yamaha stuff. Another I'd suggest, and this one may be even better for you, is the Soundcraft EPM8. Now, this is a little more expensive at $250, but this is a nice mixer, especially at the price point. I had one for a couple of weeks, but ultimately I didn't keep it because it's an analog mixer. Because you're recording directly to SD and don't need the USB connection back to the computer for data transmission, this may be a better choice. I recall it having a nice pre-amp as well.

If you're looking to spend less than either of those, I'd suggest instead of buying a new X, Y, or Z, look at used gear. While I like "new" stuff as much as the next person, often times in the music/audio world you can find quality used gear at good prices. My microphone you'd never know I bought used, and I saved $100 versus buying new.

For a last couple of other options, maybe an Allen & Heath ZED-10 or a Peavey mixer, though I'm having trouble finding a specific one I think might work for you. Just the same, Peavey makes good stuff.

Good luck.

Looking for help planning out a mixer

Here is a diagram I tossed together
- https://i.imgur.com/maL2zRn.png

Yamaha MG10XU 10-Input Stereo Mixer with Effects

• https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IBIVL42/?coliid=I2XJT6S9HTSVYZ
  
  

1. Audio from PC (ex: music, games, etc) would enter mixer via the Mixer's USB-in (blue wire)
   
2. Audio from Mac, Server, & Surface laptop would each have their own channels in the mixer
   
3. Audio from Skype would pipe right to headphones
   
4. Headphone mic enters mixer on channel 1 (and 2 if stereo mic)
   
5. All channels mixed and pushed to Mixer's Stereo out
   
6. Mixer's Stereo Out pushed to PC Sound card's mic port (pink)
   
7. Enable Listen to Device for PC Sound card mic, in Windows settings
   
8. Because of # 6, Skype caller would hear anything on the mixer, including mic
   
9. Because of # 7, Headphones would hear anything on the mixer, including mic
   
   
   .... what can I do to not hear myself, but still have the rest?
   
   Current Theory: Disable Listen to Device when in a skype call.... re-enable when just listening to music

a google search told me he used this:

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

https://www.reddit.com/r/Ice_Poseidon/comments/5cs048/what_mixer_does_ice_poseidon_use_and_how_does_he/

Destiny's mic is a condenser AFAIK which means it's more detailed, the SM7B that Reckful has is a dynamic which means it blocks out background noise quite well but requires a lot of gain to power it.

The Blue Bottle that Destiny has is good and so is the SM7B, they're just different. The SM7B definitely has "legendary" status like other mics like the RE-20, U47, etc have even though the Blue Bottle doesn't but it's still a nice mic.

I must say, though, Byron's voice sounds REALLY fucking good on the SM7B and I'd love to know his entire audio and video setup.

edit: Byron has this mixer: https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42 it seems really good and has USB.

There are tons of outboard fx units out there -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xw5RtdIEzz4



You could go with a small desk mixer with built in FX, but some may not have all the ones you're looking for -

(just an example)

• https://www.amazon.com/Mackie-PROFX4V2-4-Channel-Compact-Effects/dp/B00VUU702A/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-1202FX-BEHRINGER-XENYX/dp/B000J5Y214/
  
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  or a dedicated multi-FX processor
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Virtualizer-FX2000-High-Performance-Multi-Engine/dp/B003EZXMS0
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/TC-Electronic-Reverb-Effects-Processor/dp/B001R5G70O
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/TC-Electronic-M100-ELECTRONIC/dp/B0731N1HY3
  
  
  ---------------
  
  or a dedicated vocal fx unit (some of these are made for live performance, hence the foot switches)
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Roland-VT-4-Voice-Transformer/dp/B07JKLMDGX/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Helicon-Voice-Vocal-Effects-Processor/dp/B00GM0NX3S/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Eventide-H9-Core-Harmonizer-Pedal/dp/B01CY237P6/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/TC-Helicon-Effects-Processor-Burgundy-996369005/dp/B074TRXB21/
  
  
  There's a plethora of them... just hunt around on sweetwater, musicansfriend, or BHphoto to see some ideas.
  
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  The Roland is pretty cool , because it lets you adjust things on the fly easier -
  
  (this is like what the Beastie Boys used for "Intergalactic")
  
  Roland VT-3
  
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeHHV1LPfOo (@1:02)
  
  Roland VT-4 demos
  
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xw5RtdIEzz4
  
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5kkYemu-gs
  
  
  

Don't apologize for giving it to me straight! I took everyone's word here and decided to help myself out a little. Snagged a $70 gift card from amazon and that helped my budget out immensely, ended up getting a sweet deal on a Yamaha MG10XU (got it used for $160 dollars well within my budget when combined with the gift card)

Sorry if this isn't the right sub for this

Reposting due to formatting issue in previous post.

So I'm currently trying to figure out how to split audio from all of my consoles.

The best setup I can think of at the moment is splitting the audio off of the second output from my HDMI splitter I use for my PS3. I could try to move the HDMI splitter after my capture card, so then I'd still hear all audio from the currently active console.
The above visualized: Current into new

My main issue is finding a cheap stereo mixer that takes single, stereo, 1/4" plugs to the Mini-mixer, as the one I recently got is exactly what I need, except that it's mono only. I've been able to find a few passive mini-mixers, this one being the most likely. The reason I can't go with that, is because it's likely the game's audio will be too quiet for me and I'd to boost it, which requires an active mixer.

Every single other alternative has been the Behringer Xenyx 502, which may work, but I'd need to buy 3.5mm/RCA to L/R 1/4" adapters, which would be an extra $20-$30 plus I want a bit more scalability for future audio inputs.

Lastly, for a bit more info, I use the VST plugins within OBS Studio, so I sadly cant just plug these into my current mixer, a Yamaha MG10XU, or else it'll come out of where my mic is, as well as likely being too loud for viewers when I boost the volume for myself.
The only alternative would be to upgrade to a Yamaha MG12XU for the extra Aux bus's, which would be an extra $130 for only the extra aux bus's I'd be using, since there's nothing else that i feel warrants the extra cost.

So in summary, has anyone found a better way to get console audio to headphones while keeping it separate from the stream audio?

Most people would recommend a Focusrite Scarlett. I’ve used this one and would recommend it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E6T56EA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2.dwCb77C72DN

You could also look into an audio mixer which could give you more possibilities for future proofing. I currently use the Yamaha MG10XU and it’s also been fantastic. Although it doesn’t work exactly how I want it to for a dual pc setup but you might not have that issue. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AeewCb65EAS4W

I use the Yamaha MG10XU , and here is the El Gato StreamDeck.

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

use this, has a built in condenser that will keep your audio compressed and nice sounding.

Well, I think it would be better to just find a mixer with what you need included. Something like this would probably do the trick.

No, you can’t connect it directly out of your controller. Your controller uses RCA (the red and white) as outputs and those speakers take 1/4 jack or XLR cables. My advice is to buy a little soundboard like soundboard
Then plug into that board on the rca (white red) Inputs and out of that board with xlr cables into the speakers. Hope this helps

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

Do one stop shopping and get yourself the Yamaha MG10XU. Pound for pound I don't know anything that delivers better in it's price range. It's easy to set up and gives you a wealth of options.

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https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=yahama+mixer&qid=1556628901&s=gateway&sr=8-2