The Yamaha CBR12 ranks #53 out of 77 total 12-Inch PA Speakers for sound quality. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Yamaha
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#53 Yamaha CBR12: $334.99 Passive Estimated Amazon eBay
Same family: the Yamaha DBR10 (smallest powered model, rated 3.4/5), the Yamaha DBR12 (powered model, ranked higher, rated 3.6/5), the Yamaha DBR15 (largest powered model, rated 2.9/5), the Yamaha CBR10 (smaller passive model, estimated 3.2/5) and the Yamaha CBR15 (larger passive model, estimated 2.7/5).
Pros: The passive version of the measured Yamaha DBR12, sharing its 12” woofer, compression driver and lightweight polypropylene cabinet with 90° x 60° coverage. Yamaha rates it at 96dB sensitivity, 125dB maximum SPL and bass to 48Hz (-10dB), and at 13.9 kg it is one of the lighter 12-inch boxes.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. It needs an external amplifier, and without the powered model’s DSP its response depends on the amplifier’s EQ. The measured powered version is a budget design, so expect the same limits on output and smoothness.
| Amplifier Power | Passive speaker; requires external amplification |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Configuration | Passive 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Coverage | 90° x 60° |
| DSP | No (passive) |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, 1” voice coil compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Maximum SPL | 125dB (calculated, manufacturer specified) |
| Passive | Yes |
| Power Handling | 700W peak |
| Sensitivity | 96dB |
| Weight | 30.6 lbs (13.9 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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