The Yamaha MGP24X and MGP32X are analog mixing consoles with a DSP Hybrid Channel section for reverb, effects, auto-ducker and auto-leveler. They share the same preamps, EQ and effects. The only real difference is how many inputs you get and how much table space you need. This guide shows both side by side.
Quick answer
- A band, a venue or a house of worship with up to 16 microphones: the Yamaha MGP24X.
- A full band, a choir or a conference panel with up to 24 microphones: the Yamaha MGP32X.
Specs side by side
| Yamaha MGP24X | Yamaha MGP32X | |
|---|---|---|
| Line inputs | 24 (16 mono plus 4 stereo) | 32 (24 mono plus 4 stereo) |
| Microphone inputs | 16 with 48 V phantom power | 24 with 48 V phantom power |
| Mic preamps | Discrete Class-A D-PRE | Discrete Class-A D-PRE |
| Channel EQ | X-pressive 3-band | X-pressive 3-band |
| Compression | One-knob compressor per channel | One-knob compressor per channel |
| Reverb and effects | REV-X reverbs, SPX with 16 effects | REV-X reverbs, SPX with 16 effects |
| Automation | Auto-ducker, auto-leveler | Auto-ducker, auto-leveler |
| Size | Just over 32 inches wide | 40.4 x 22.2 inches |
| Weight | 34.2 lbs | 42 lbs |
Specs are taken from the product pages on this store. See each listing for the full specification of your model.
How to choose
Choose on input count. Count every microphone, instrument and playback source you will plug in at once, then add spare channels. The processing, preamps and effects are the same on both consoles, so the larger one does not sound different. It simply handles more sources on one surface without submixing. Plan the table or flight case around the size: the MGP32X is 42 lbs and 40.4 by 22.2 inches.
What auto-ducker does
Auto-ducker lowers the music automatically when a microphone opens. In a venue or a place of worship it removes a job the operator would otherwise do by hand many times in an evening. Auto-leveler is also built in.
Common questions
Is the MGP32X better than the MGP24X?
Not in sound. Both have the same D-PRE preamps and effects. The MGP32X has more inputs.
Are these analog or digital?
The signal path is analog. DSP is added in the Hybrid Channel section for reverb, effects, auto-ducker and auto-leveler.
Are these genuine India stock with warranty?
Pro Audio Brands lists both with manufacturer warranty. See each product page for the current price and availability.
Looking at smaller or digital mixers? See our MG12XU vs MG16XU guide and our MGX12 vs MGX16 guide, or browse all Yamaha gear.