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Description

Experience a blend of intuitive control and professional-grade performance with the Yamaha 01V96 V2 digital mixer. Perfect for both live and studio environments, this mixer is an industry favorite for musicians and audio engineers alike. Known for its 96kHz sampling rate, the Yamaha 01V96 V2 delivers pristine audio quality, ensuring every nuance of your sound is captured with clarity. Its compact design houses a powerful array of features, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of applications.

The mixer features 40-input channels, offering ample room for complex setups and diverse soundscapes. With motorized faders, the Yamaha 01V96 V2 provides precise control and easy recall of your settings, streamlining your workflow. Its intuitive interface, combined with its compatibility with Yamaha Studio Manager software, makes it a user-friendly option for both beginners and seasoned professionals.

Equipped with 24-bit/96kHz A/D converters, the Yamaha 01V96 V2 ensures high-resolution audio processing, providing a professional touch to every mix. Additional features like onboard effects, dynamics processing, and EQ give you the tools to sculpt and enhance your sound with precision.

For musicians who demand flexibility, the Yamaha 01V96 V2 offers seamless integration with digital audio workstations via USB and MIDI connections, making it an indispensable part of your studio setup.

Key Features:

  • 96kHz sampling rate for high-quality audio
  • 40-input channels for versatile mixing
  • Motorized faders for precise control
  • 24-bit/96kHz A/D converters
  • Onboard effects and dynamics processing
  • USB and MIDI connectivity for DAW integration
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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Yamaha 01V96 V2.

Features and functionality

  • The Yamaha 01V96 V2 has four stereo FX slots, which are either on or off, without adjustable send amounts.

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  • The 01V96 V2 provides 32 inputs over light pipe, offering extensive routing options valued by experienced users.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Upgrading from 01V96 V2 to 01V96VCM may require Yamaha’s support as the COMP260/266/EQ601 and REV-X packages are reportedly discontinued.

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Software and compatibility

  • Some users have successfully found 01V96VCM firmware online, but installation may prompt for authorization.

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User experience

  • An attempted VCM upgrade without proper authorization reverted back to V2, which then functioned without issues.

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  • Some users describe the interface as dated, akin to mixing on a TI-84 calculator, suggesting newer models might offer a more modern experience.

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Comparisons

  • Users prefer the 01V96 over the M32 in certain scenarios due to its hands-on control, which is favored for mixing unplanned shows.

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Use cases and applications

  • The 01V96 V2 is considered reliable for corporate settings, particularly in breakout rooms or for extracting audio from video via optical outputs.

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Value and pricing

  • Owners suggest the 01V96 V2 is a good deal if found under $700, though alternatives like the XR18 or UI24 offer similar sound quality in a smaller package.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Owners highlight the reliability of the 01V96 V2, though note that BJTs for motor faders can be a weak point, with schematics available for repairs.

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3.5 out of 5

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Really love/hate this mixer. Reminds me to the average Japanese car.

I really love this mixer because it's just so extremely flexible and has a pristine sound quality. I really hate this mixer because it does add nothing to my sound and lets me do all the hard work.

It's a bit like the average Japanese car: What it does, it does very good (clean, precise mixing and flexible routing) and reliable (never had any breakdown) but it's at times quite uninspiring and does suffer some "workflow" issues (e.g. where you can tweak the EQ of two tracks at the same time: select on track, tweak, select the other track, tweak). Nowadays, most of this could also be done in the box.

What I fail to understand is, that newer versions of the 01v96 came with the free FX bundles for free but existing users would still have to pay a ridiculous amount to unleash them.

The only reason I'm keeping it is because I did not yet find anything better within that price range but one day it will go.

Artist usage

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See how Infected Mushroom uses Yamaha 01V96 V2

Infected Mushroom

Music Producer

Infected Mushroom

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In this article for audio fanzine, Eisen from Infected Mushroom says, "For a mixer we use the Yamaha 01V96 version 2. Which is great, in the live show we just push the button and 99% of the soundcheck is done. The only thing I have left to do is just final EQ for the system, and that’s it."

See how Chick Corea uses Yamaha 01V96 V2

Chick Corea

Keyboardist

Return to Forever

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See how Ryoji Ikeda uses Yamaha 01V96 V2

Ryoji Ikeda

Music Producer

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In a user-uploaded photo on BlogSpot titled "Ryoji_Ikeda.JPG," Ryoji Ikeda is seen using the Yamaha 01V96 V2 mixer, highlighting its role in his studio setup.

See how Dave Weckl uses Yamaha 01V96 V2

Dave Weckl

Drummer, Music Producer

Chick Corea Elektric Band

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He uses the Yamaha 01v96 V2 for his personal monitoring and for sending one stereo channel of entire drums mix to the FOH.

See how Colin Newman uses Yamaha 01V96 V2

Colin Newman

Singer, Guitarist

Wire

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According to Colin Newman's of Colin Newman & Corrado Izzo, Wire, Githead, and Spigel*Newman*Colin*Malka, gear list at Swim Studio, he has a Yamaha 01V96 V2.

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