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Sharp MX-M1206

120-ppm monochrome production MFP with 300-sheet single-pass DSPF (240 ipm), 3,000-sheet standard capacity expandable to 13,500, 15.4-inch touchscreen, 1,200 x 1,200 dpi, and optional EFI Fiery FS400 Pro server for high-volume print rooms.

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Print speed
120 ppm mono
Paper capacity
13,500 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB
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Sharp MX-M1206
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp MX-M1206 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a print-on-demand shop or in-plant copy room moving 50,000-150,000 letter pages a month and want the extra 15 ppm headroom over the M1056.
  • You scan high-volume mixed batches and need 240 ipm single-pass color/mono on the 300-sheet DSPF.
  • You print on stocks up to 110 lb cover (300 gsm) and want one engine that handles thin paper through coated cover without swapping devices.
  • You need an EFI Fiery FS400 Pro front-end (the optional MX-PE16) for production color management, imposition, and Command WorkStation control at the panel.
  • You have a 208-240V 20A circuit and ~50 sq ft of floor space (45 x 30.5 x 60.25 inches, 611 lb base).
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 25,000-50,000 pages a month — the M1206 will outlive the lease, but the per-page cost works out roughly the same as the M1056. Pick by future volume, not current.
  • You need booklet finishing — saddle-stitch only on the optional MX-FN22; the FN21 staples but doesn't fold.
  • You want hole-punch — the MX-PN13B 3-hole add-on bolts to either finisher; just plan for it at quote time, not after install.
  • You handle occasional 12x18 SRA3 jobs — works, but feed those from the LCT (MX-LC13N air-feed) for reliable thick-stock pickup.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 15,000 pages a month — you're paying production-class money for an engine you won't feed. The M1056 or a 75-ppm A3 MFP fits better.
  • You need color — mono only. The BP-50C65 sits at 65 ppm color if you need both speed and color in one box.
  • You need wireless or AirPrint standard — base spec is wired Gigabit and USB only.
  • Your facility runs 120V 15A office circuits — won't power this. Requires dedicated 208-240V 20A.
  • You don't have a Sharp dealer relationship — MX-900NT toner, developer, drum, and the Fiery server are dealer-channel; not a retail-toner machine.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp MX-M1206 is the 120-ppm sibling to the M1056 — same chassis, same 300-sheet single-pass DSPF (240 ipm color/mono), same 3,000-sheet standard capacity expandable to 13,500, just 15 ppm faster on the engine. It's built for production-class environments: in-plant copy rooms, central reprographics, and high-volume scan-and-print departments moving 50,000-150,000 letter-size pages a month. Trays handle 13 lb bond up to 110 lb cover (300 gsm), so the same device covers thin originals, plain bond, and coated cover stock without rerouting jobs. The 1.4 GHz controller, 6 GB RAM, 1 TB drive, and 15.4-inch tilting touchscreen are standard, and the optional MX-PE16 Fiery FS400 Pro server adds Command WorkStation, imposition, color management, and banner/tab automation integrated into the panel. Resolution is true 1,200 x 1,200 dpi. Security covers Application Whitelisting, Firmware Attack Prevention, and the Sharp End-of-Lease data wipe. The thing buyers regret: picking the M1206 over the M1056 when their actual monthly volume sits under 30,000 pages. The 15 ppm speed bump only pays back when you're feeding the engine.
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Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 120 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 3.2 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 120 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type 300-sheet DSPF
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations email, desktop, FTP, network folder (SMB), USB
Paper
Paper capacity 13 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · A3/Tabloid · Legal
Automatic document feeder 300 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 1,500,000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 1,500,000 impressions
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Display 15.4 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Sharp
Model MX-M1206
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Sharp manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Sharp MX-M1206

The printer itself

Sharp MX-M1206 in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 43.3 x 30.5 x 60.2 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Sharp quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Based on 2 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 2 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Sharp machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We use this in our office for daily copying and scanning. The MX-M1206 handles our volume without breaking a sweat, and the image quality is sharp even at smaller sizes. Definitely worth the investment for a small business."
  • ★ "The copy quality is decent and the ADF speeds things up when we get larger jobs. Only downside is the footprint takes up a fair amount of space, but that's typical for these kinds of machines."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Sharp MX-M1206, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (215) 999-8445 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The Sharp MX-M1206 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yield is approximately 120,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Sharp MX-900NT, which is a high-yield cartridge with the same 120,000-page yield. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp MX-M1206 is a monochrome production-class printer with a speed of 120 ppm, designed for high-volume environments printing 50,000-150,000 pages monthly, while the Sharp BP-70C31 is a color A3 MFP with a speed of 31 ppm, suited for workgroups of 10-30 people. The MX-M1206 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen, 13,500-sheet max capacity, and optional Fiery server for advanced color management, whereas the BP-70C31 includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 6,300-sheet max capacity, and built-in wireless connectivity. For small offices, the BP-70C31 is more suitable due to its color capabilities and lower volume requirements.
The Sharp MX-M1206 is designed for production-class environments with a monthly volume of 50,000-150,000 pages and a speed of 120 ppm, making it overkill for most small businesses. Its high-volume capabilities and large footprint are better suited for in-plant copy rooms or central reprographics departments.
No, the Sharp MX-M1206 is a monochrome-only printer. If you need color printing, consider alternatives like the Sharp BP-70C31, BP-50C65, or other color MFPs from Sharp's Advanced Series.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (215) 999-8445. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Sharp includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Sharp MX-M1206 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Associated Imaging Solutions is an authorized Sharp reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Sharp MX-M1206 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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