Yamaha
MY16-AE AES/EBU - 16-Channel AES/EBU I/O Card
Best digital expansion for professional studio and live sound engineers.
Elevate your audio setup with the Yamaha MY16-AE AES/EBU I/O Card. This professional expansion card seamlessly integrates 16 channels of high-fidelity digital audio into compatible Yamaha systems. Experience pristine sound with 24-bit resolution and scalable performance up to 96kHz. Featuring dual D-sub 25 pin connectors, it provides 16 simultaneous inputs and outputs, making it an essential component for professional studios and live sound environments seeking robust digital connectivity.
$689.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
41
/ 439
#41 in Audio Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Channels
16
Who it's for
- Engineers needing maximum channel density in a single console slot
- Yamaha console users requiring reliable, plug-and-play digital integration
- Broadcast professionals connecting high-end digital outboard gear
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users avoiding extra costs for breakout cables
- Engineers requiring full channel counts at high sample rates
- Users without legacy Yamaha consoles seeking universal expansion options
Performance breakdown
Channel Density
Sixteen channels in a single slot maximizes your console's digital capacity.
Signal Fidelity
Twenty-four-bit resolution ensures your digital signal remains clean and transparent.
System Integration
Native Yamaha architecture makes installation and recognition virtually plug-and-play.
Sample Rate Versatility
Supports up to 96kHz to meet most professional high-resolution production standards.
Connectivity Robustness
Dual D-sub connectors provide reliable, industry-standard interfacing for complex studio setups.
Build Reliability
Engineered for the rigorous demands of daily live sound and studio environments.
Key Specs
Channels
16
Bit Depth
24-bit
Interface Type
AES/EBU
Connectors
2x D-sub 25 pin
Country of Origin
ID
Shipping Weight
2.27 (units unspecified)
Form Factor
Internal Card
Max Sample Rate
96 kHz
Features
- 16 channels of AES/EBU digital audio
- High-fidelity 24-bit resolution
- Scalable performance up to 96kHz
- Dual D-sub 25 pin connectors
- 16 simultaneous inputs and outputs
- Seamless integration into Yamaha systems
- Professional digital audio expansion
What customers say
Professional audio users highly value the Yamaha MY16 AE card for its exceptional reliability and seamless integration with Yamaha consoles. Customers consistently describe it as a dependable workhorse, perfect for mission-critical environments where stability is essential. The card delivers rock solid performance, managing sixteen channels of digital audio input and output without issue or configuration difficulty. While the initial cost is significant, users agree the investment is justified by the guaranteed compatibility and long term operational assurance it provides. The overall sentiment reflects deep satisfaction with this robust, high density digital connectivity solution.
Know before you buy
The MY16-AE is designed for use with any Yamaha digital mixing console, processor, or power amplifier equipped with a Mini-YGDAI card slot. You should verify your specific hardware model's manual to ensure it supports the MY-series expansion cards.
Yes, the card supports high-fidelity 24-bit audio at sample rates up to 96kHz. Note that when operating at 96kHz, the channel count may be halved depending on the specific configuration of your host device.
You will need AES/EBU digital breakout cables that feature a 25-pin D-sub connector on one end and individual XLR connectors on the other. Ensure you purchase cables wired to the TASCAM or Yamaha standard pinout to ensure proper signal routing.
Absolutely. The MY16-AE is ideal for integrating external digital preamps, A/D converters, or digital signal processors into your Yamaha system, providing 16 channels of simultaneous digital I/O.
No, you should always power down your Yamaha device before installing or removing any Mini-YGDAI expansion card to prevent potential damage to the card or the console's internal circuitry.
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