The DXR12mkII is an extremely high-power loudspeaker that is capable of producing a maximum SPL of 134dB with its impressive 1100W of power. It is the perfect solution for live sound applications that demand wide bandwidth and extremely high-resolution sound.
The DXR12mkII is an extremely high-power loudspeaker that is capable of producing a maximum SPL of 134dB with its impressive 1100W of power. It is the perfect solution for live sound applications that demand wide bandwidth and extremely high-resolution sound.
The DXR12mkII is an extremely high-power loudspeaker that is capable of producing a maximum SPL of 134dB with its impressive 1100W of power. It is the perfect solution for live sound applications that demand wide bandwidth and extremely high-resolution sound.
The DXR12mkII is an extremely high-power loudspeaker that is capable of producing a maximum SPL of 134dB with its impressive 1100W of power. It is the perfect solution for live sound applications that demand wide bandwidth and extremely high-resolution sound.
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I had the opportunity tonight to try new, out-of-the-box DXR12s and 10s that had just arrived at a gig I was playing. I had my usual QSC k12s and 10s ready to go but I was overcome by curiosity so I thought I would give them (the Yamahas) a try. The weight of the cabinets are approximately the same in that they feel very solid and don?t sound like a drum when you give them a thump. The inputs were flexible with XLR, 14? and RCAs all with their own pots, which might be nice if you need some extra mixing in a pinch. Furthermore, there were three contours to choose from that seemed like they were useful- I contoured the 10s to take out a little base and to jump the highs a bit but it was too thin for me so I changed it back to flat. I did not play with the link mode as ... MoreI had the opportunity tonight to try new, out-of-the-box DXR12s and 10s that had just arrived at a gig I was playing. I had my usual QSC k12s and 10s ready to go but I was overcome by curiosity so I thought I would give them (the Yamahas) a try. The weight of the cabinets are approximately the same in that they feel very solid and don?t sound like a drum when you give them a thump. The inputs were flexible with XLR, 14? and RCAs all with their own pots, which might be nice if you need some extra mixing in a pinch. Furthermore, there were three contours to choose from that seemed like they were useful- I contoured the 10s to take out a little base and to jump the highs a bit but it was too thin for me so I changed it back to flat. I did not play with the link mode as I did not have the manuals handy but I can tell you that if you accidentally light up the amps in the wrong order, you don?t get that giant power spike pop from further down your chain of linked speakers like the QSCs do (it doesn?t sound like much of an advantage unless you are setting up monitors and mains by yourself with a speaker you have never worked with in a new room under a time line with people already in the venue that you would rather not scare with a 1400 watt nominal pop). As for the cabs, they seem to be the same material as the QSCs (which are incredibly tough). The feet and the cabinet angles are set up to let you monitor with the speaker lying on either side, which is nice. And now, for the sound: The short version is that I decided to leave them up and use them. Remember, I just set them up, dialed them in for five minutes and did the gig (MOTU Ultralite mixer and Neumann KMS 104 mic). With a little time spent with them, I am sure I could tweak them a bit and get some pretty great sound, but they were very clear, honest and accurate. The drivers did not sound tight and stifled like some new speakers do, which makes me wonder how much mass they have in the cones and surrounds compared to the QSCs, which took a while to unfold. I surprised myself several times during the gig when I looked down expecting my QSCs. I believe Yamaha went for a very similar product in both price and performance to the QSC K12s and 10s and I think they got the sound right. Of course, it remains to be seen how well they perform over the long run but for now, the world is a better place because there are now two companies making vastly superior sounding speakers at very reasonable prices.
originally posted on djcity.com.au
Got a pair of these now and they are a great size for a small band and easy to move.Got plenty of power to run vocals, percussion and acoustic guitars with ease.Just hire a subwoofer for a bigger band gig along with these and the built in crossover switch handles a bass DI and some kick and snare for a great little overall mix.
originally posted on Djkit.com
I have a pair of DXR15's as my main speakers with a DXS15 Sub, but wanted something a bit smaller and lighter for the smaller venues I do like Pubs and small village halls.So I added to my equipment a pair of these DXR12's there just as power full as they use the very same 1100Watt amp as in the 15 inch models. They sound just as awesome with very crisp highs without any distortion, these would sound just as good coupled with my 15 inch sub as the pair of 15's I have. Also the 12's would make for ideal stage monitors as well due to their angled sides and they have a special monitor setting on the DSP controls for this purpose. Great speakers and they even come with a 7 year warranty as well so you can't really do better than that at a great price point too :-)
| Speaker Size (Inches) | 12" |
| Vertical Coverage Angle | 60 Degrees |
| Output Power - Peak (Watts) | 1100 |
| Output Power - RMS (Watts) | 700 |
| Signal Processing (DSP) | Yes |
Yamaha DXR12 MKII 12" Powered Loudspeaker | EX-DEMO
Delivery between Fri – Sun $20
Yamaha DXR12 MKII 12" Powered PA Speaker 1100 Watt
Delivery between 9–23 June $58.70
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I had the opportunity tonight to try new, out-of-the-box DXR12s and 10s that had just arrived at a gig I was playing. I had my usual QSC k12s and 10s ready to go but I was overcome by curiosity so I thought I would give them (the Yamahas) a try. The weight of the cabinets are approximately the same in that they feel very solid and don?t sound like a drum when you give them a thump. The inputs were flexible with XLR, 14? and RCAs all with their own pots, which might be nice if you need some extra mixing in a pinch. Furthermore, there were three contours to choose from that seemed like they were useful- I contoured the 10s to take out a little base and to jump the highs a bit but it was too thin for me so I changed it back to flat. I did not play with the link mode as ... MoreI had the opportunity tonight to try new, out-of-the-box DXR12s and 10s that had just arrived at a gig I was playing. I had my usual QSC k12s and 10s ready to go but I was overcome by curiosity so I thought I would give them (the Yamahas) a try. The weight of the cabinets are approximately the same in that they feel very solid and don?t sound like a drum when you give them a thump. The inputs were flexible with XLR, 14? and RCAs all with their own pots, which might be nice if you need some extra mixing in a pinch. Furthermore, there were three contours to choose from that seemed like they were useful- I contoured the 10s to take out a little base and to jump the highs a bit but it was too thin for me so I changed it back to flat. I did not play with the link mode as I did not have the manuals handy but I can tell you that if you accidentally light up the amps in the wrong order, you don?t get that giant power spike pop from further down your chain of linked speakers like the QSCs do (it doesn?t sound like much of an advantage unless you are setting up monitors and mains by yourself with a speaker you have never worked with in a new room under a time line with people already in the venue that you would rather not scare with a 1400 watt nominal pop). As for the cabs, they seem to be the same material as the QSCs (which are incredibly tough). The feet and the cabinet angles are set up to let you monitor with the speaker lying on either side, which is nice. And now, for the sound: The short version is that I decided to leave them up and use them. Remember, I just set them up, dialed them in for five minutes and did the gig (MOTU Ultralite mixer and Neumann KMS 104 mic). With a little time spent with them, I am sure I could tweak them a bit and get some pretty great sound, but they were very clear, honest and accurate. The drivers did not sound tight and stifled like some new speakers do, which makes me wonder how much mass they have in the cones and surrounds compared to the QSCs, which took a while to unfold. I surprised myself several times during the gig when I looked down expecting my QSCs. I believe Yamaha went for a very similar product in both price and performance to the QSC K12s and 10s and I think they got the sound right. Of course, it remains to be seen how well they perform over the long run but for now, the world is a better place because there are now two companies making vastly superior sounding speakers at very reasonable prices.
Got a pair of these now and they are a great size for a small band and easy to move.Got plenty of power to run vocals, percussion and acoustic guitars with ease.Just hire a subwoofer for a bigger band gig along with these and the built in crossover switch handles a bass DI and some kick and snare for a great little overall mix.
I have a pair of DXR15's as my main speakers with a DXS15 Sub, but wanted something a bit smaller and lighter for the smaller venues I do like Pubs and small village halls.So I added to my equipment a pair of these DXR12's there just as power full as they use the very same 1100Watt amp as in the 15 inch models. They sound just as awesome with very crisp highs without any distortion, these would sound just as good coupled with my 15 inch sub as the pair of 15's I have. Also the 12's would make for ideal stage monitors as well due to their angled sides and they have a special monitor setting on the DSP controls for this purpose. Great speakers and they even come with a 7 year warranty as well so you can't really do better than that at a great price point too :-)
Borrowed a pair of these for a gig last weekend from another band to replace some passive JBLs. Not being familiar with the Yamahas I decided to skip the serial effect rack we normally run and rely solely on the built in DSP and contour adjustments. KISS principal. The system set up in record time without most of the hassle and adjustment I normally need to balance and tune for the room. The mids were punchy and warm with even coverage throughout the room, no hot spots. Highs crisp without any harshness or hiss. The DXR12 is a compact powerhouse which balanced really well with my 18 inch sub. My next move will be to do and A/B comparison with the DXR15s but unless the difference is dramatic I will go with the DXR12s for the relatively compact size. Less gear to ... MoreBorrowed a pair of these for a gig last weekend from another band to replace some passive JBLs. Not being familiar with the Yamahas I decided to skip the serial effect rack we normally run and rely solely on the built in DSP and contour adjustments. KISS principal. The system set up in record time without most of the hassle and adjustment I normally need to balance and tune for the room. The mids were punchy and warm with even coverage throughout the room, no hot spots. Highs crisp without any harshness or hiss. The DXR12 is a compact powerhouse which balanced really well with my 18 inch sub. My next move will be to do and A/B comparison with the DXR15s but unless the difference is dramatic I will go with the DXR12s for the relatively compact size. Less gear to haul, less time to set up, less settings to tweak. Best of all the connection and mixing options on the back of each one make the Yamaha DXR series the swiss army knife of powered speakers. They sounded so good on their own that I anticpate that I will eliminate my serial components, amp and SKB rack that I need to get my other speakers to perform at the same level.
Cons is they don't have the xlr combi inputs and box feels cheap.Pros is 7 yrs warranty. Clear warm sound.I compared it next to my bros EV EKX12, jbl prx 735, not as loud as the EV& jbl but the sound is more clearer. Not a fan of EV or JBL due to lack of clarity and white noise for the ev. Understand this comparison is for clarity only not how loud. Everyones hearing is different so go hear it for yourself.Mostly using for karaoke so Didn't think the extra cost for the dsr/qsc was worth it.Got the march $100 off so it was a good choice at the end.
Tried everything at a function for about 200 people. First thing I noticed was how quiet these speakers are with nothing going thru them. I thought I hadn't turned them up! Our old speakers (Behringers) always had a slight hiss or him, which we always put down to the cabling or electrics. Obviously not. We play a mixture of styles from MOR thru pop to rock and the DXRs handled everything easily and were so clear. They have really good, tight bass and the mids and highs were excellent with absolutely no harshness or muddiness. We put our vocals thru them with a slight bleed of lead guitar and keys. The bass drum is handled by a separate sub. Not only did the band sound so much better out front than before the sound improved on stage! Everything sounded clearer and ... MoreTried everything at a function for about 200 people. First thing I noticed was how quiet these speakers are with nothing going thru them. I thought I hadn't turned them up! Our old speakers (Behringers) always had a slight hiss or him, which we always put down to the cabling or electrics. Obviously not. We play a mixture of styles from MOR thru pop to rock and the DXRs handled everything easily and were so clear. They have really good, tight bass and the mids and highs were excellent with absolutely no harshness or muddiness. We put our vocals thru them with a slight bleed of lead guitar and keys. The bass drum is handled by a separate sub. Not only did the band sound so much better out front than before the sound improved on stage! Everything sounded clearer and less boomy! These speakers also managed to sound good from the dance floor to the back of the room never sounding strained or struggling. And we're a loud band! I couldn't be happier with these speakers! In the past we always (foolishly) restricted our PA budget. Now we know you definitely only get what you pay for!
WOW, these are good. Massive step up in sound quality from the entry level 15inch active cabs i had before.where the other speakers were just loud & noisy these are just way more musical & you can hear things that you missed before. even the mrs said she thought they sounded awesome & she never likes anything! i bought these to use predominantly with a sub (the DXS18) & as a system together they are truly next level compared with my old 15's.i've not tried them on their own yet but a buddy who rented some a while back said he played out in a pub & used them switched to the extended low frequency mode & he said they did the business.plenty of punch & for the venue he was in they were totally up to the job.i've always had good results from Yamaha gear even back in ... MoreWOW, these are good. Massive step up in sound quality from the entry level 15inch active cabs i had before.where the other speakers were just loud & noisy these are just way more musical & you can hear things that you missed before. even the mrs said she thought they sounded awesome & she never likes anything! i bought these to use predominantly with a sub (the DXS18) & as a system together they are truly next level compared with my old 15's.i've not tried them on their own yet but a buddy who rented some a while back said he played out in a pub & used them switched to the extended low frequency mode & he said they did the business.plenty of punch & for the venue he was in they were totally up to the job.i've always had good results from Yamaha gear even back in 1995 when i built my first home cinema around a Yamaha amp & subs.i love these DXR 12's, they're well built, look good & sound great plus have a massively long warranty. awesome :)
I don't own this product, but will when I have more frequent need of it. I am a gigging musician with several shows a month through most of the year. I got to use a pair of these as stage monitors, and oh my, what a difference from what we own or otherwise see at venues. Needless to say any venue that is using these as monitors has pretty great house sound, but as a vocalist, what really made the difference was the stage sound. Being able to hear myself cut through the mix with depth, bass, and clarity helped me to deliver a truly strong vocal performance. These speakers separate bands of sound so that complexity of music can be appreciated by the musician, music fan, casual, and audiophile listener. Very solid, high quality sound for the money. Costs more than its ... MoreI don't own this product, but will when I have more frequent need of it. I am a gigging musician with several shows a month through most of the year. I got to use a pair of these as stage monitors, and oh my, what a difference from what we own or otherwise see at venues. Needless to say any venue that is using these as monitors has pretty great house sound, but as a vocalist, what really made the difference was the stage sound. Being able to hear myself cut through the mix with depth, bass, and clarity helped me to deliver a truly strong vocal performance. These speakers separate bands of sound so that complexity of music can be appreciated by the musician, music fan, casual, and audiophile listener. Very solid, high quality sound for the money. Costs more than its competitors, and sits far above them in terms of clarity, depth, and power at volume, as you'd hope.
I have a pair of the DXR10s and one of my shows (Singing Chef) is a mix of music and banter. The clarity and quality of the sound is top notch. I use them linked together with an iPod and wireless mic and I’m always amazed at how good they sound.I’m not a techie so I can’t comment on frequency response or specifications but I do know these pack a serious punch and are crystal clear.Delivery from Musicstore earlier than expected but one tiny thing…. The enemy always throw in a 3-pin UK/Ireland kettle lead with any powered orders so was a little disappointed not to find the same here.
I recently purchased these speakers at my local Guitar Center and I have to say they are very impressive! Before purchasing I did a sound test with the other Yamaha gear that was at the store and although the DXR15 looked and sounded very nice, these sounded exactly the same to my ears in store. I was told the only real differences were the dimensions of the sound output and the frequency response. Albeit they might not go down as low as the DXR15 I honestly couldn't tell the difference. To add to that, I'm pairing them with a DXS15 subwoofer which really brings out the low boomy bass while these slick boxes bring the punchy powerful sound to the table. This is an upgrade for me coming from a pair of Mackie Th-15A's and I can say that it isn't a night and day ... MoreI recently purchased these speakers at my local Guitar Center and I have to say they are very impressive! Before purchasing I did a sound test with the other Yamaha gear that was at the store and although the DXR15 looked and sounded very nice, these sounded exactly the same to my ears in store. I was told the only real differences were the dimensions of the sound output and the frequency response. Albeit they might not go down as low as the DXR15 I honestly couldn't tell the difference. To add to that, I'm pairing them with a DXS15 subwoofer which really brings out the low boomy bass while these slick boxes bring the punchy powerful sound to the table. This is an upgrade for me coming from a pair of Mackie Th-15A's and I can say that it isn't a night and day difference between the two speakers but it is enough to be worth it and is noticeable in sound quality. While the Thumps from Mackie tend to be very bass heavy, the Yamahas are very well balanced and are much more even across the spectrum of sound as far as I can tell. The highs cut through much better but not to the point where they are harsh on the ears. and the biggest difference is the wattage. The Mackies only provide 400W while the Yamahas are almost three times that at an earsplitting 1100W. This solves my problem of not being able to talk on the mic over music with the Mackies. These boxes are exactly what I was expecting quality-wise from Yamaha and they represent the company well. My only gripe out of the whole package is the plastic they used to make the structure of the box. It is a very sound and sturdy plastic but it has a real nice matte finish to it that can be scratched very easily. One of mine actually had a few scuff marks on the top but nothing that was noticeable without a close inspection. To solve this problem, just order the cases provided by Yamaha and you should be all set, they're expensive but they are a thick material that will be sure to last and protect your investment for years to come. My last comments about these cabinets are that they are very powerful so be use the volume knobs with care as they almost seem to increase exponentially. The sound that comes out of these is unreal and sounds very realistic. I would recommend them to anyone who asked for a price conscious powered speaker. Also even though Yamaha is usually on the exclusion list, ask for the discounts from Guitar Center for the frequent coupon deals they run, you'd be surprised at how much you can save. Pros: -Loud -Very powerful -Lots of options for inputs and outputs on internal mixer -Double pole mount provides 7 degree downward position -Tight, distinguished bass -Clear highs that cut through lows -Natural sounding -Sleek look -No "minimum volume" level as in Mackies Cons: -Delicate casing material Overall these are absolutely amazing speakers that perform without exception. I recommend that you go and listen to them for yourself at your local Guitar Center. I'll be out gigging with these as soon as the protective covers come in!
| Speaker Size (Inches) | 12" |
| Vertical Coverage Angle | 60 Degrees |
| Output Power - Peak (Watts) | 1100 |
| Output Power - RMS (Watts) | 700 |
| Signal Processing (DSP) | Yes |
