Product details
Focused Coaxial Clarity for Confident Stage Monitoring
The Yamaha DHR12M is a compact 12-inch powered floor monitor engineered around a space-saving coaxial driver configuration. With 1,000 W Class-D bi-amplification, smooth 90° × 90° coverage and a low-profile plywood enclosure set at 57°, it delivers precise, consistent monitoring for performers, presenters and production teams.
Purpose-Built for the Stage
Coaxial Driver Design
The 12-inch woofer and 1.75-inch high-frequency driver share a compact coaxial arrangement, supporting smooth phase and frequency response across the monitor’s listening area.
1,000 W Bi-Amplified Power
A Class-D amplifier supplies 800 W to the low-frequency section and 200 W to the high-frequency driver for clean output up to 129 dB SPL.
90° × 90° Coverage
Symmetrical dispersion provides broad, predictable coverage, helping performers maintain a consistent monitor image as they move within the listening area.
FIR-X Tuning
Yamaha’s linear-phase FIR processing and corrective EQ optimise frequency, phase and time alignment around the crossover for improved clarity and imaging.
Monitor-Optimised DSP
D-CONTOUR includes a dedicated Monitor mode, while selectable 100 Hz and 120 Hz high-pass filters help control stage low end or integrate a subwoofer.
Integrated 2-Channel Mixer
Connect microphone, line and stereo RCA sources directly, then select either a Channel 1 parallel output or a mixed Channel 1+2 feed.
Low Profile, Premium Construction
The 57° enclosure angle directs sound toward the performer while keeping sightlines clear. Its rigid plywood cabinet minimises unwanted vibration, and the durable polyurea finish helps resist the wear of stage use. A side-mounted 35 mm pole socket also allows the DHR12M to serve as a stand-mounted utility loudspeaker when required.
Ideal Applications
- Vocal and instrumental monitoring on live stages
- DJ booths, rehearsal rooms and performance spaces
- Speech, presentation and event monitoring
- Stand-mounted utility use where symmetrical coverage is preferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the DHR12M different from the DHR12?
The DHR12M is designed primarily as a floor monitor, with a low-profile 57° enclosure and coaxial drivers producing symmetrical 90° × 90° coverage. The DHR12 is a conventional main or utility loudspeaker with a rotatable 90° × 60° horn and additional installation hardware options.
Does it need an external amplifier?
No. The DHR12M contains its own 1,000 W dynamic Class-D bi-amplifier.
Can a microphone be connected directly?
Yes. Channel 1 accepts microphone or line-level signals through its XLR/TRS combo input. An external mixer is recommended for multi-source or more complex stage systems.
Can the DHR12M be placed on a speaker stand?
Yes. A side-mounted 35 mm pole socket allows stand-mounted operation when the cabinet is used as a utility loudspeaker.
Can it be linked to another powered speaker?
Yes. Its XLR output can pass Channel 1 directly or send a mix of Channels 1 and 2 to another powered loudspeaker or compatible audio device.
Why Buy from YMS?
Choose YMS for genuine Yamaha products, knowledgeable pre-sales guidance and dependable after-sales support. Our team can help you match monitor output, coverage and connectivity to your stage layout and performance requirements.
Specifications
Overview
| Model | Yamaha DHR12M |
|---|---|
| Speaker type | 2-way bi-amped powered floor monitor; bass-reflex |
| Primary applications | Stage monitoring, rehearsal, DJ booth, event monitoring and stand-mounted utility use |
| Cabinet material | Plywood |
| Finish | Durable black polyurea coating |
Amplifier and acoustic performance
| Amplifier class | Class-D |
|---|---|
| Dynamic output power | 1,000 W: LF 800 W + HF 200 W |
| Continuous output power | 465 W: LF 400 W + HF 65 W |
| Maximum output level | 129 dB SPL at 1 m, measured peak with IEC noise |
| Frequency range | 55 Hz–20 kHz (-10 dB) |
| Coverage | 90° horizontal × 90° vertical |
| Crossover | 1.8 kHz with FIR-X linear-phase FIR tuning |
Drivers and processing
| Low-frequency driver | 12-inch cone; 2.5-inch voice coil; ferrite magnet |
|---|---|
| High-frequency driver | Coaxial 1.75-inch diaphragm; 1-inch-throat compression driver; ferrite magnet |
| Converters | 24-bit / 48 kHz |
| High-pass filter | Off, 100 Hz or 120 Hz; 24 dB/octave |
| D-CONTOUR modes | FOH/MAIN, MONITOR and OFF |
| Cooling | 4-speed fan cooling |
Mixer and connections
| Input 1 | 1 XLR/TRS combo input; microphone or line level |
|---|---|
| Input 2 | 1 XLR/TRS combo input plus 2 unbalanced RCA inputs |
| Output | 1 XLR output; selectable Channel 1 parallel through or Channel 1+2 mix |
Enclosure, dimensions and power
| Floor-monitor angle | 57° |
|---|---|
| Pole socket | 1 × 35 mm side socket |
| Carry handle | 1 side handle |
| Dimensions | 500 × 343 × 454 mm (W × H × D), including rubber feet |
| Net weight | 16.5 kg |
| Power requirements | Region-dependent AC supply, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | 18 W idle; 74 W at 1/8 power |
Specifications are based on Yamaha India’s published DHR12M data and may change without notice.
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