If you want to produce your own mixes that don't need to hide from real professional sound, you should definitely take a closer look at the XU models of the MG console series. These special versions not only have a high-quality mixer section, but also an editable SPX effects section. These are actually the same processors that Yamaha's high-end consoles are equipped with. The chorus, flanger, distortion, reverb and delay effects are highly regarded in professional circles due to their outstanding quality and allow mixing at the very highest level.
The Yamaha 12XU mixer is great, although some sliders and buttons have a "cheap" feel for its price. It works perfect though, just not the same quality as my previous Yamaha mixer from 2003. Glad the transfo is not external this time. Happy to have it.
One bad and annoying experience was the delivery-procedure. It was not announced when the package would be delivered, but suddenly iot was 'on its way'. Of course, I was on holiday for a week and it was impossible to inform UPS, to tell them I am not home until this date, don't drive to my little village far awayand waiste your fuel. I tried it by phone and online and it said: you can change address, date or location after the first attempt. Use the code ..... which was in my mailbox at home. Very smart UPS! Second attempt, same thing. Two totally useful rides could be avoided. When I got home things was easily rearranged.