Yamaha has improved and expanded its AG series of live streaming mixers, updating the AG06 and AG03 and adding the AG01, a combined studio quality condenser microphone with a high-performance mixer, the standalone YCM01 microphone and an all-in-one live streaming package.
In 2015 Yamaha released its AG series of live streaming mixers, which found favour in a wide range of online audio applications, with their simple intuitive interface, onboard DSP effects and Loopback function, which allows users to integrate USB-connected audio signals into broadcasts.
The second generation of the AG series expands on these features with the updated AG06Mk2 and AG03Mk2, plus the new AG01 and YCM01. All have been developed to satisfy a more diverse range of uses and are available in either black or white to easily adapt to any streaming environment.
The AG06Mk2 streaming mixer now has two high-quality, phantom-powered inputs for condenser microphones, allowing it to accommodate an even wider range of streaming applications, such as dialogue driven podcast and band/ensemble musical performances. Both the AG06Mk2 and AG03Mk2 have been updated with a mute button, improved amp simulator, enhanced sound quality and a four-pole mini I/O to support Android devices. This enables mirrored or voice chat streaming by simultaneously connecting the main streaming device via USB and the secondary device to the four-pole mini jack.
The AG01 is a new, studio-quality condenser USB microphone, combined with a high-performance mixer that features DSP effects, Loopback functionality and flexible connections for stress-free streaming. Compact enough to be placed on a desk or mounted on a desk arm and powered via USB or battery pack, it can transform almost any environment into a fully-functioning streaming station.
For streamers who prefer to keep their microphone and mixer separate, Yamaha has introduced the YCM01 condenser microphone, which features an XLR socket and cardioid polar pattern for focused sensitivity. For those who want an all-in-one streaming solution, Yamaha has introduced the AG03Mk2 LSPK Live Streaming Package, a full streaming set-up that includes an AG03Mk2 mixer, a YCM01 microphone, YH-MT1 high-fidelity headphones and an XLR microphone cable.
The AG01, AG03MK2 and AG06Mk2 all feature USB-C connectivity, with the updated AG Controller software used to quickly and easily adjust the DSP audio processing of each AG device. Offering ‘Simple’ and ‘Detail’ modes of operation, AG Controller gives users detailed control of their audio from any Windows/Mac or iOS device connected via USB.
The AG series comes bundled with Steinberg’s Cubase AI music production software and WaveLab Cast for streamed audio production and editing. The AG01 is also compatible with the free Rec’n’Share and Cubasis LE iOS apps to support and inspire your audio content creation.
‘Based on feedback from our customers and the ever-evolving online audio ecosystem, we’ve updated the AG series to provide new options and value to meet the demands of the rapidly expanding live streaming markets,’ says Yamaha Pro Audio division General Manager of Marketing & Sales, Thomas Hemery. ‘We are sure that the new AG Series will make it even easier for users to find their own voice, community and audience through live streaming.’
The AG03Mk2 and AG06Mk2 will be available from May 2022, with the AG01 and YCM01 following in June 2022
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