The Yamaha AG03 3-Channel USB Mixer is a multi-purpose, high resolution mixer and USB audio interface. This 3-channel mixer has been built to give users a simple, high quality device for webcasting, pod casting, music streaming, gaming, music production and many more.
The compact and intuitive design combines studio quality sound with a state of the art Yamaha DSP. Versatile connectivity makes for fast and easy set up, making the AG03 a high-quality tool for users of any skill level. The AG03 comes equipped with D-PRE mic preamps which were originally designed by Yamaha and are capable of capturing the smallest of nuances of vocals and instruments. These D-PRE mic preamps help push the 192kHz/24bit sound.
The AG03 features a Loop Back function that allows you to broadcast your content live with backing tracks or additional audio from PC or Mac computers or an iPad. With flexible connectivity, a Hi-Z switchable input and phantom power, you can connect a large variety of instruments and microphones directly into the AG03. One touch DSP instantly adds the optimal amount of EQ and effects. For more precise control of these settings, the multi-platform AG DSP Controller software is available for download. This allows you to access and edit compressor, EQ, high-pass filter, reverb, and amp simulator parameters.
Bundled with the AG03 is a free download of Cubase AI that is compatible with both Windows and Mac, and for iOS an optional Cubasis DAW app is available. It is powered over USB bus power, allowing you to instantly configure the compact yet powerful studio setup with a single connection to their computer, or using a mobile battery with an iPad.
It works great, sound quality is good. Control software lets you apply EQ, compressor, reverb for live stuff. The amp sim for the guitar input is also decent, can get some good sounds out of it.
The only negative thing I've noticed is that the mic input slider is a bit wobbly and the base of the device is narrower than the top so it wants to tip over when plugging in cables. But that's minor issues.
Bought to connect a Sennheiser condenser mike to my Apple and also provide loop back to record the system. Can also take an iPhone on line in. Very pleased as it’s also quite compact and fits on my desk just fine.