Yamaha DXR12mkIII vs HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 XA

Short answer: the LINEAR 7 112 XA has the confirmed measurement, the DXR12mkIII has the lighter cabinet and higher claimed output. These rank #10 and #11 out of 37 12-inch powered PA speakers, priced at $999.99 and $2043.57, a $1043.58 difference.

The LINEAR 7 112 XA has a documented result to back it up. High-quality vendor data gives it a 4.90 ideal-subwoofer preference score, and networked 10-band parametric EQ, delay and filtering support sophisticated system tuning through its rotatable horn and monitor-capable enclosure. Its measured 82Hz bass extension makes a subwoofer important for music, its 131dB peak claim is lower than several similarly priced competitors, and at 21kg it’s manageable but not especially light.

The DXR12mkIII raises claimed output and adds app control, but its own measurement is unconfirmed. The third-generation DXR raises claimed output to 134dB and adds 2000W amplification, app-based control and more capable onboard DSP while staying light at 17.4kg. Medium-quality vendor data shows measured extension around 60Hz, but the truncated Spinorama data does not produce a preference score, so its tonal advantage over the proven DXR12mkII, let alone the scored LINEAR 7, is not yet quantified.

What the LINEAR 7 112 XA adds:

• EtherCON networked input/thru with DSP Control software, for remote parametric EQ, delay and filtering.
• A rotatable 70° x 50° horn for stage or main-speaker aiming flexibility.

What the DXR12mkIII adds:

• Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming and D-Remote app control, which the LINEAR 7 lacks.
• A lighter 17.4kg cabinet, versus the LINEAR 7’s 21kg.
• Higher claimed peak output, 134dB versus 131dB.

Buy the LINEAR 7 112 XA if you want the confirmed measured result and networked DSP for system tuning.

Buy the DXR12mkIII if a lighter cabinet, Bluetooth convenience, and higher claimed output matter more than a confirmed measurement.

Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

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Pros: The third-generation DXR raises claimed output to 134dB and adds 2000W amplification, app-based control and more capable onboard DSP while staying light at 17.4kg. Medium-quality vendor data shows measured extension around 60Hz.

Cons: The truncated Spinorama data does not produce a preference score, so its tonal advantage over the proven DXR12mkII is not yet quantified. Wireless connectivity is for remote control, not a substitute for a wired production-audio input.

Full Yamaha DXR12mkIII review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	2000W peak / 1000W RMS (1700W LF + 300W HF peak)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming and D-Remote control
Cabinet Material	PP plastic
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker
Coverage	90° x 60°
Crossover Frequency	1800Hz (FIR-X)
DSP	Yes, FIR-X tuning, Drive Motion Calibration and D-Remote
Dimensions	23.6"H x 14.4"W x 13.8"D (600 x 366 x 350 mm)
Drivers	12" woofer, 1" throat/1.75" diaphragm compression driver
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Balanced mic/line inputs and link output
Maximum SPL	134dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Rigging	3 x M10 points plus U-bracket points; 35mm dual-angle pole mount
Weight	38.4 lbs / 17.4 kg

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HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 XA: $2,043.57 Amazon eBay

Pros: High-quality vendor data gives it a 4.90 ideal-subwoofer preference score, and networked 10-band parametric EQ, delay and filtering support sophisticated system tuning. Its rotatable horn and monitor enclosure are flexible for stage or main use.

Cons: The measured 82Hz bass extension makes a subwoofer important for music, and its 131dB peak claim is lower than several similarly priced competitors. At 21kg it is manageable but not especially light.

Full HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 XA review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	2,000W peak (Class D bi-amped, manufacturer specified)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	90Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Cabinet Material	Hybrid birch multiplex/MDF
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker/monitor
Coverage	70° x 50°, rotatable
Crossover Frequency	1.6kHz FIR (60dB/octave, manufacturer specified)
DSP	Yes, networked 10-band PEQ, filters, delay and limiter
Dimensions	26.4"H x 14.6"W x 12.2"D (670 x 370 x 310 mm)
Drivers	12" woofer, 1" compression driver
Frequency Response	67Hz - 19kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified); 62Hz - 20kHz (-10dB)
Inputs	XLR/TRS combo, XLR thru/DSP out, EtherCON network
Maximum SPL	131dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Network Control	EtherCON input/thru; DSP CONTROL software
Rigging	M8 rigging points; DuoTilt 3°/7° pole mount
Weight	46.3 lbs / 21 kg

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  • HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 XA Product Information
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Spinorama Measurements
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