The Yamaha CXR12mkIII ranks #33 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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#33 Yamaha CXR12mkIII: $699.00 Passive Estimated B&H Photo Video eBay
Same family: the Yamaha DXR10mkIII (smallest powered model, rated 3.8/5), the Yamaha DXR12mkIII (powered model, ranked higher, rated 4.1/5), the Yamaha DXR15mkIII (largest powered model, rated 3.8/5), the Yamaha CXR10mkIII (smaller passive model, estimated 3.5/5) and the Yamaha CXR15mkIII (larger passive model, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: The passive version of the measured Yamaha DXR12mkIII, with the same 12” woofer, 1.75” voice coil compression driver, horn and port design. Yamaha rates it at 94dB sensitivity, 124dB maximum SPL and bass to 51Hz (-10dB) with 90° x 60° coverage, and its PX and PC-D amplifiers carry a dedicated processing preset for it.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. It needs an external amplifier and, for its rated response, speaker processing; the powered model has that built in. Without Yamaha’s preset its tonal balance depends on the amplifier’s EQ.
| 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, 1.75” voice coil compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 51Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Maximum SPL | 124dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Passive | Yes |
| Power Handling | 1,100W peak |
| Sensitivity | 94dB |
| XLR Input | No |
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