Hi. Im hearing you for the first time. Just wanted to say that its a great review. You have a very pragmatic approach and touched the important aspects of the mixer. Very thorough, informative, comprehensive and all that in just 12 mins. Hats off to you sire. I had a cart load of questions on this mixer and you answered most of them. thanks.
Great review! Now have better idea how it works! Also, dedicated power means less chance that ground noise from your PC will be transmitted to your monitors, the problem which driving me nuts with my Scarlett 2i2
I put togther with a dynamite dm1 by SE eletronics, this boost the level input without brings noise from to much gain in pre amp , so thats a tip for u guys. Now my gain pre amp stays in 30% .
Nice! Yes; I find that as long as you don't got over ~85% on gain, you will avoid the high gain noise. I admit that this can be a challenge with an original SM-7B; get the SM-7Bb instead.
Thank you for the review! I have one question though: is it possible to use it as a standalone analog mixer by just providing usb power, without connecting to any computer? I know some interfaces don't want to work with such configuration.
Thanks for your review! A question to this mixer: can I use it for a live stream where people can call in? And more importantly I would need to get some personal information from the callers before I let them into my stream. Is there a privacy switch Yamaha AG03 which makes this possible?
Thanks! While you can integrate a cell phone with this mixer, it does not really support a sub-mix that allows you to moderate phone callers and then push them individually into the live feed.
Thanks for your review. I'm keen to buy this but I'm a bit worried that the Mac app is Intel still. Last updated 2 years ago, still no native Apple Silicon version?
Hello! I am running the AG Controller app on a Mac M2 Pro using macOS Ventura (w/latest update) and I have never had an issue with the Yamaha app. It works as intended. I know that macOS Sonoma has had some audio driver challenges with other gear (Allen & Heath, some Dante gear), so I would stick with Ventura if you can.
@@webcastdude I mean more the architecture issue. Yamaha haven't updated this in nearly 3 years now and it's still on the Intel architecture. One day, Apple will kill Rosetta support and all these apps will stop working unless they are updated to run natively on Apple Silicon. I can't buy this until I'm 100% certain they're going to do this, although most companies made the jump 4 years ago!
Great review, thank you! Question, how is the sound quality of the headphones and speakers outputs? Would it be comparable to a scarlett audio interface for example?
The sound output quality is compatible to the Focusrite Scarlett series of audio interfaces, but the Yamaha has more output options that are easily accessible to your hands. I quite like the separate volume knobs for speakers and headphones; this allows me to keep my in-ear monitors plugged in and ready for Zoom calls 👍
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Hello, can I use this device to broadcast live music to TikTok or RUclips from my Samsung Galaxy S23?
first let me say thank you for such a great review. enjoyed watching every minute of it!!! which mic did you use on this setup? from some reason it seems any mic i try to connect to this mixer will force me to put that mic so close to my mouth just for it to pick up my voice... is there any recommended mic that can pick up voice more easily from far away so i can avoid putting my mouth against mic?
It seems like you have a dynamic mic with low output. I use a SM-7B mic with a CloudLifter to give me sufficent gain - you might consider a CloudLifter or similar gain device.
Hello! I just got this too and… I have just quite surprisingly realized that it seems it’s not possible to record a piano/synth in stereo AND a voice, keeping them in 2 separate tracks (1 mono for the mic/voice, and 1 stereo for the synth)? Do you have any idea about this? Thanks 🙏🏻
I have a groove box/drum pad that outputs to two line-level, 1/4” TS mono cable connectors, for Left and Right channel audio. Could I plug them into the channel 1 (XLR mic/TRS/TS combo) and the channel 2, 1/4” TS (Guitar/Line level) ports and keep that stereo signal since both channel 1 and 2 accept line level, mono TS connectors? I only ask because I may be able to get by with the Yamaha AG03mk2 if the other ports are taken up and I can use them ad the left and right channel outs of my device. ❤ Thank you.
hello and thank you for the noise floor demo. self noise was the main issue for my decision to sell ag06mk1 back in the day. seems that nothing has changed unfortunately. does headphone preamp also produce noticeable hiss even with minimum output gain level? a question about input channel mute button - does it send any noticeable clicks, or any other interference into the corresponding input chain? as for the powering - i thought you only need external power in the case of using it with tablet or phone incapable of providing enough juice. at least that was the case with my ag06mk1. power delivery should even benefit with mk2 from switching to usb-c
I do not detect any hiss on the MKII with my Sony MDR-7506 broadcast headphones. The noise floor is present, but I have heard worse from Focusrite devices. You have to balance workflow with device quality and price. I have higher quality interfaces, but they do not offer all the options of this mixer and thus make my daily work more difficult.
Hello really like the video, as it was really informative. But just wondering do I need a cloud lifter or anything like that if I wanna connect my shure sm7b.
Thank you! Yes; you need a CloudLifter or similar device with an SM-7B. The SM-7B needs a interface/mixer with over 80 dB of gain, and that is extremely rare in USB interfaces, even the most expensive ones. If you find one with 85 dB of mic gain or more, please let me know!
Thanks for this video! Question: I do a weekly podcast where my cohost is across the country. We use squadcast to link and record (through Chromium browser). I have Mac I'd plug into the USB C of this mixer. What streaming out setting would I use so that she doesn't hear her own voice and get slap back echo? Would that work? Last thing, I also play clips from a completely separate laptop. I could bring that in through channel 2 & 3. Would that send to her and would she hear changes in levels if I bring them down? Appreciate any insight!
Hi, I am buying me one this weekend but my friend told me that I need a different mic instead of the BM800 I got with my sound card ( big mistake ). Is this correct or is there some kind of adapter I can get ? Any advice is appreciated ty
Hello! The Yamaha mixer/audio interface will certainly work with the BM800, however the BM800 is a very poor quality mic. Mic selection depends on the intended use and budget. What will you be using the mic for? Zoom? Gaming? Singing? Voiceover recording?
@@rescuerocks for singing you need a mic with a high SPL. The Shure SM58 is the standard and there are plenty around used for low cost. If you have the $, I highly recommend the new Shure mic designed specially for singers: www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/nexadyne8c?variant=NXN8%2FC
@@webcastdude Thanks so much for all the info. Truly appreciated this. Getting the mic next month just spend enough on this mixer lol. But it is worth it since it is something me and my son who lives across the pond love to do and it is the only times I can spend time with him. Again thanks bunches :)
Hello evertime I switch off the mixer then connect again to the mixer it goes back to the default setting even if I change the settings on the software
Hi. Im hearing you for the first time. Just wanted to say that its a great review. You have a very pragmatic approach and touched the important aspects of the mixer. Very thorough, informative, comprehensive and all that in just 12 mins. Hats off to you sire. I had a cart load of questions on this mixer and you answered most of them. thanks.
I appreciate that!
Great review! Now have better idea how it works! Also, dedicated power means less chance that ground noise from your PC will be transmitted to your monitors, the problem which driving me nuts with my Scarlett 2i2
Nice review, just what I was looking for thanks :)
Thanks!
Great review! Very thorough and informative
Thank you so much!
Nice review.. want to see more from this channel
Thanks so much for the feedback! Look for more reviews in the near future 🙂
I put togther with a dynamite dm1 by SE eletronics, this boost the level input without brings noise from to much gain in pre amp , so thats a tip for u guys. Now my gain pre amp stays in 30% .
Nice! Yes; I find that as long as you don't got over ~85% on gain, you will avoid the high gain noise. I admit that this can be a challenge with an original SM-7B; get the SM-7Bb instead.
Thanks for the thorough review!
Thank you for the review! I have one question though: is it possible to use it as a standalone analog mixer by just providing usb power, without connecting to any computer? I know some interfaces don't want to work with such configuration.
Yes; the mixer will work in this manner.
Thanks for your review! A question to this mixer: can I use it for a live stream where people can call in? And more importantly I would need to get some personal information from the callers before I let them into my stream. Is there a privacy switch Yamaha AG03 which makes this possible?
Thanks! While you can integrate a cell phone with this mixer, it does not really support a sub-mix that allows you to moderate phone callers and then push them individually into the live feed.
Thanks for your review. I'm keen to buy this but I'm a bit worried that the Mac app is Intel still. Last updated 2 years ago, still no native Apple Silicon version?
Hello! I am running the AG Controller app on a Mac M2 Pro using macOS Ventura (w/latest update) and I have never had an issue with the Yamaha app. It works as intended. I know that macOS Sonoma has had some audio driver challenges with other gear (Allen & Heath, some Dante gear), so I would stick with Ventura if you can.
@@webcastdude I mean more the architecture issue. Yamaha haven't updated this in nearly 3 years now and it's still on the Intel architecture. One day, Apple will kill Rosetta support and all these apps will stop working unless they are updated to run natively on Apple Silicon. I can't buy this until I'm 100% certain they're going to do this, although most companies made the jump 4 years ago!
Great review, thank you! Question, how is the sound quality of the headphones and speakers outputs? Would it be comparable to a scarlett audio interface for example?
The sound output quality is compatible to the Focusrite Scarlett series of audio interfaces, but the Yamaha has more output options that are easily accessible to your hands. I quite like the separate volume knobs for speakers and headphones; this allows me to keep my in-ear monitors plugged in and ready for Zoom calls 👍
Hello, can I use this device to broadcast live music to TikTok or RUclips from my Samsung Galaxy S23?
I have tested it with my iPhone, but unfortunately I do not have access to an Android phone - sry!
first let me say thank you for such a great review. enjoyed watching every minute of it!!!
which mic did you use on this setup? from some reason it seems any mic i try to connect to this mixer will force me to put that mic so close to my mouth just for it to pick up my voice... is there any recommended mic that can pick up voice more easily from far away so i can avoid putting my mouth against mic?
It seems like you have a dynamic mic with low output. I use a SM-7B mic with a CloudLifter to give me sufficent gain - you might consider a CloudLifter or similar gain device.
@@webcastdude yes.. i just learned about it.. tnx for the suggestion and for the fast reply.
Hello! I just got this too and… I have just quite surprisingly realized that it seems it’s not possible to record a piano/synth in stereo AND a voice, keeping them in 2 separate tracks (1 mono for the mic/voice, and 1 stereo for the synth)? Do you have any idea about this? Thanks 🙏🏻
I have a groove box/drum pad that outputs to two line-level, 1/4” TS mono cable connectors, for Left and Right channel audio. Could I plug them into the channel 1 (XLR mic/TRS/TS combo) and the channel 2, 1/4” TS (Guitar/Line level) ports and keep that stereo signal since both channel 1 and 2 accept line level, mono TS connectors? I only ask because I may be able to get by with the Yamaha AG03mk2 if the other ports are taken up and I can use them ad the left and right channel outs of my device. ❤ Thank you.
hello and thank you for the noise floor demo. self noise was the main issue for my decision to sell ag06mk1 back in the day. seems that nothing has changed unfortunately.
does headphone preamp also produce noticeable hiss even with minimum output gain level?
a question about input channel mute button - does it send any noticeable clicks, or any other interference into the corresponding input chain?
as for the powering - i thought you only need external power in the case of using it with tablet or phone incapable of providing enough juice. at least that was the case with my ag06mk1. power delivery should even benefit with mk2 from switching to usb-c
I do not detect any hiss on the MKII with my Sony MDR-7506 broadcast headphones. The noise floor is present, but I have heard worse from Focusrite devices. You have to balance workflow with device quality and price. I have higher quality interfaces, but they do not offer all the options of this mixer and thus make my daily work more difficult.
Hello really like the video, as it was really informative. But just wondering do I need a cloud lifter or anything like that if I wanna connect my shure sm7b.
Thank you! Yes; you need a CloudLifter or similar device with an SM-7B. The SM-7B needs a interface/mixer with over 80 dB of gain, and that is extremely rare in USB interfaces, even the most expensive ones. If you find one with 85 dB of mic gain or more, please let me know!
Thanks for this video! Question: I do a weekly podcast where my cohost is across the country. We use squadcast to link and record (through Chromium browser).
I have Mac I'd plug into the USB C of this mixer. What streaming out setting would I use so that she doesn't hear her own voice and get slap back echo? Would that work? Last thing, I also play clips from a completely separate laptop. I could bring that in through channel 2 & 3. Would that send to her and would she hear changes in levels if I bring them down? Appreciate any insight!
I highly recommend the Rouge Amoeba app Loopback. This will allow you to control audio routing on your Mac as a live mixer.
@@webcastdude Thanks! Wow, that looks like it would hurt my brain. Any added latency?
@@getstew No - no discernible latency
Hi there! Does this have multitrack recording?
stereo only on this mixer!
Does its driver come with something like ASIO drivers for reduced latency?
I am sorry - you would need to reach out to Yamaha support for the latest driver info.
Hi, I am buying me one this weekend but my friend told me that I need a different mic instead of the BM800 I got with my sound card ( big mistake ). Is this correct or is there some kind of adapter I can get ? Any advice is appreciated ty
Hello! The Yamaha mixer/audio interface will certainly work with the BM800, however the BM800 is a very poor quality mic. Mic selection depends on the intended use and budget. What will you be using the mic for? Zoom? Gaming? Singing? Voiceover recording?
@@webcastdude Thank you for replying. I want to use it for singing on tiktok.
@@rescuerocks for singing you need a mic with a high SPL. The Shure SM58 is the standard and there are plenty around used for low cost. If you have the $, I highly recommend the new Shure mic designed specially for singers: www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/nexadyne8c?variant=NXN8%2FC
@@webcastdude Thanks so much for all the info. Truly appreciated this. Getting the mic next month just spend enough on this mixer lol. But it is worth it since it is something me and my son who lives across the pond love to do and it is the only times I can spend time with him. Again thanks bunches :)
Hello evertime I switch off the mixer then connect again to the mixer it goes back to the default setting even if I change the settings on the software
Sry to hear that! I never have this issue and use the mixer daily for work Zoom calls. Faulty unit?
I would like to use Reverb. Not everyone is using this mixer for Zoom ..(?)