
Yamaha CHR12M 12" 2-way Loudspeaker
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The CHR12M loudspeaker features a custom 12" Coaxial Driver design that provides near perfect phase response, making it one of the most accurate floor monitors in its class. A strong steel grille and rugged plywood cabinet finished with a tough polyurea coating, will stand up to well to the rigors of onstage use. A pole socket to allow stand mounting completes this versatile loudspeaker. The CHR12M is a 2-way loudspeaker with a 12-inch woofer and a 1.75-inch HF driver in a space saving coaxial configuration, perfect for use as a floor monitor. Combining carefully selected and customized transducers with the same plywood construction found on Yamaha's high-end CZR Series, the CHR12M offers best-in-class sound quality and durability.
Performance. Optimized. The CHR Series offers an ideal solution for anyone ready to step up their sound reinforcement game to a new level of professional quality, accuracy, and performance. Premium plywood cabinets finished in a tough polyurea coating provide durability not found on other loudspeakers in this class. Each model in the series has been optimized to meet the demands of a variety of sound reinforcement applications, with a 10" model for fixed installation and utilities, a 12" model designed for use as a floor monitor, and a 15" version for FOH applications - all featuring carefully selected custom transducers. Combined with practical features adapted for their specific applications, the series gives you the flexibility to choose the ideal speaker for a wide variety of sonic environments. Isn't it time you audition CHR quality and performance to improve your sound?
Performance. Optimized. The CHR Series offers an ideal solution for anyone ready to step up their sound reinforcement game to a new level of professional quality, accuracy, and performance. Premium plywood cabinets finished in a tough polyurea coating provide durability not found on other loudspeakers in this class. Each model in the series has been optimized to meet the demands of a variety of sound reinforcement applications, with a 10" model for fixed installation and utilities, a 12" model designed for use as a floor monitor, and a 15" version for FOH applications - all featuring carefully selected custom transducers. Combined with practical features adapted for their specific applications, the series gives you the flexibility to choose the ideal speaker for a wide variety of sonic environments. Isn't it time you audition CHR quality and performance to improve your sound?
Yamaha CHR12M 12" Speaker Features:
- 12" LF driver with a 2.5" voice coil.
- The CHR12M delivers extremely high SPL from its compact, low profile enclosure.
- Equipped with a 1.75" HF compression driver coaxially mounted in the LF unit.
- A heavy steel grille protects the drivers and looks great onstage.
- Dual Speakon connections wired in parallel for easy stage cabling.
- Durable polyurea coated compact plywood enclosure.
- 35mm socket to allow placement on a stand or pole.
- The coaxial driver delivers precise, smooth phase and frequency response characteristics ideal for use in monitoring applications.
- Featuring a plywood cabinet that delivers a clear sound with minimal vibration
- Compact, low profile, plywood enclosure with a polyurea coating for a robust, scratch-resistant surface.
- A pole socket for use on a stand.
- Yamaha DSP equipped amplifiers or other compatible signal processors have dedicated speaker processor tuning settings to maximize system performance.
Yamaha CHR12M Product Specifications:
Cabinet designs optimized for a range of audio environmentsThe CHR Series features a comprehensive lineup optimized to meet the demands of specific applications. The 10" model is equipped with a rotatable HF horn and a dedicated UB-DXRDHR10 U-bracket for use in fixed installations and utility, while the 12" model is the first Yamaha speaker to feature a coaxial compression driver for improved clarity and smoother frequency response for floor monitoring. The series is rounded out by a 15" model featuring dual-angle pole sockets and rigging points for use in fixed installations or as temporary main speakers for sound reinforcement.
Custom Designed Transducers
The high power output woofers deliver well-defined, powerful bass with minimal distortion, while the 1.4" precision compression driver produces accurate mid-range and high frequencies. The CHR12M features a 1.75" coaxial compression driver.
A Rugged, Highly Portable Cabinet
The CHR series feature plywood enclosures like the acclaimed CZR loudspeakers to deliver outstanding durability and acoustic performance.
Intelligent processing to maximize system performance
When used in combination with Yamaha PX Series amplifiers or other compatible signal processors, CHR Series loudspeakers can take full advantage of dedicated speaker processor tuning settings.
Dual-Angle Pole Mount Socket (CHR15)
Depending on the venue, sometimes your mix can fall prey to low ceilings or other room attributes that can impede a clear, even mix and detract from the audiences' listening experience significantly. The CHR15's pole mount socket offers two positions - 0° or -7° - to direct the acoustic energy away from reflective surfaces and on to your audience where it belongs
General specifications | ||||
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Speaker type | 2-way Speaker, Bass-reflex | |||
Frequency range (-10dB) | 61 Hz - 20 kHz | |||
Coverage area | H90° x V60° | |||
Crossover | 1.8 kHz | |||
Nominal impedance | 8 Ω | |||
SPL | Sensitivity (1W; 1m on axis) | 93 dB SPL | ||
Peak (Calculated) | 123 dB SPL | |||
Components | LF | Diameter: 12" cone, Voice Coil: 2.5", Magnet: Ferrite | ||
HF | Diaphragm: 1.75", Type: 1" throat coaxial compression driver, Magnet: Ferrite | |||
Power rating | NOISE | 250 W | ||
PGM | 500 W | |||
PEAK | 1,000 W | |||
I/O connectors | SpeakON NL4MP x 2 (Parallel) | |||
Cabinet material | Plywood | |||
Finish | Durable Polyurea Painting, Black | |||
Handle | Side x1 | |||
Pole socket | Φ35 mm x1 (Bottom) | |||
Rigging | - | |||
Floor Monitor Angle | 57° | |||
Dimensions | W | 500 mm (19.7") | ||
H | 343 mm (13.5") (with rubber feet) | |||
D | 454 mm (17.9") | |||
Net weight | 15.6 kg (34.4 lbs) | |||
Options | - |
Each CHR12M Retail Box Includes:
(1) Yamaha CHR12M 12" 2-way Loudspeaker(1) Owners Manual