Yamaha CXR12 MKIII 12" Passive Loudspeaker - Single

Product Description

The Yamaha CXR12 MKIII 12" Passive Loudspeaker combines powerful output with detailed, accurate sound for front-of-house applications, floor monitoring, and stage side fills. Its 12" low-frequency driver and 1.75" high-frequency driver work with an optimized horn and port design to deliver controlled coverage and balanced frequency response. A lightweight molded enclosure, flexible mounting options, and compatibility with Yamaha PX Series amplifiers make it suitable for portable PA systems and permanent installations.

SOUND CHANGES EVERYTHING

Often, the trajectory of a band, a brand, a business, or a career can be distilled down to a single pivotal moment that changed everything. When these moments arrive it’s imperative to ensure that the audience is experiencing the full range of an artist’s or speaker’s expression and the sheer passion of their performance. The CXR mk3 Series are the passive models of Yamaha’s updated DXR mk3 Series loudspeakers, contributing to the legacy of power and premium sound established by one of Yamaha’s most celebrated loudspeaker lineups. The series sees a significant improvement in acoustic performance, speaker design, and flexibility, making it equally at home in portable applications or fixed installations. Equipped with Yamaha’s own high-durability LF/HF speaker units, a lightweight, high-performance molded enclosure, and an updated horn and port design that enhances high-frequency directivity and optimizes low-frequency response, the CXR mk3 Series will empower users with the capability and confidence they need for those crucial moments when sound makes all the difference in the world.

SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT IN ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE

All DXR/CXR mk3 loudspeakers are equipped with Yamaha’s own high-durability, custom LF/HF speaker units. The LF unit ensures highly symmetrical front-rear movement for linear bass reproduction, while the HF unit features a polyimide diaphragm that eliminates audible distortion while providing exceptional durability—thus achieving both superior acoustic performance and outstanding reliability. The large-diameter horn secures directivity control across a wide frequency range. Optimized port positioning also reduces standing wave effects, resulting in smoother and more accurate low-frequency response. Utilizing a lightweight, high-strength, form-injection molded enclosure, the design achieves both weight reduction and attenuation of cabinet resonance that can result in bass loss. The ergonomically designed enclosure offers not only aesthetic appeal but also outstanding usability.

INTELLIGENT PROCESSING TO MAXIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

When paired with Yamaha PX Series amplifiers, CXR and CXS mk3 Series loudspeakers unlock precision‑engineered tuning presets that maximize clarity, headroom, and overall system efficiency. With firmware V1.66 or later, PX amplifiers deliver fully optimized processing tailored specifically for CXR and CXS mk3 performance, ensuring tighter control, smoother response, and superior sonic accuracy across demanding applications.