Yamaha CHR12
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Essential Information About the Yamaha CHR12 Passive Speaker
Essential Information About the Yamaha CHR12 Passive Speaker
- 2-way bass-reflex speaker designed for front-of-house use, featuring a 12" woofer and a 1.4" compression driver for precise and powerful sound reproduction.
- Plywood enclosure with polyurea coating: a robust, durable, and scratch-resistant construction, ideal for both live performance and installation.
- High diffusion flexibility thanks to the rotatable HF horn and the possibility of horizontal or vertical mounting.
- System optimization made easy via dedicated settings available on Yamaha amplifiers equipped with DSP or through compatible processors.
Manufacturer Information
Yamaha
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A CHR Designed to Step Up to the "Pro" Level in the Yamaha Range
The Yamaha CHR series was developed to offer a clear upgrade in professional quality, precision, and sound reinforcement performance. Its positioning is straightforward: to provide passive speakers with serious sound and road-ready reliability, while maintaining a format and implementation suited to the needs of live events, corporate use, and fixed installations. The CHR12 follows a construction philosophy close to the brand's higher-end references, with a multi-ply (plywood) cabinet designed to limit vibrations and preserve definition even at high volume levels.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
The Yamaha CHR12 is aimed at musicians, service providers, DJs, technicians, places of worship, bars with live music, multipurpose rooms, and integrators seeking a passive front-of-house speaker capable of handling high levels with clean reproduction. Its compact size facilitates transport and rigging, while its 2-way architecture allows building a simple system (a pair for front-of-house) or a more complete setup (with subwoofer and processor) depending on the event type. It is also well suited for fixed installations where reliable sound, understated aesthetics, and easily controlled coverage orientation are desired.
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Yamaha CHR12 suitable for a concert front of house?
This is a passive 2-way speaker designed for front-of-house use in concerts, DJ events, live events, or fixed installations. Its maximum rated output level reaches 124 dB SPL. It can be used as a simple stereo pair or combined with a subwoofer and a processor.
Can this speaker be installed horizontally?
The rotatable HF horn allows for vertical or horizontal installation by adapting the dispersion to the venue's configuration.
What are the weight and dimensions of the speaker?
With dimensions of 359 x 578 x 340 mm, this speaker maintains a format suitable for transport and integration. Its weight is 17.1 kg.
How can the speaker be oriented on a stand or pole?
The dual sockets allow mounting at 0° or tilted downward by -7°. This second position enables directing the sound towards the listening area. Eye bolt anchor points are also provided for suspension.
What material is used for the enclosure?
The enclosure is made of plywood coated with polyurethane, designed to resist impacts and abrasion during handling.
