A 2-way bi-amped powered loudspeaker with a 12-inch woofer and a 1.4-inch diaphragm compression driver. Yamaha rates the DBR12 at 131dB maximum SPL, with 1000W dynamic Class-D amplification, FIR-X tuning and an onboard 2-channel mixer.
Yamaha describes the DBR Series as the most portable powered loudspeakers it offers, using DSP, amplifier and speaker technology developed for its professional DSR and DXR ranges. The DBR12 is the 12-inch model, between the DBR10 and DBR15.
Yamaha introduces the DBR Series
Why you will love it
Amplifier, drivers and DSP
The DBR12 has a 12-inch woofer with a 2-inch voice coil and a 1.4-inch diaphragm compression driver in a 1-inch throat. Yamaha lists 1000W dynamic power (LF 800W, HF 200W) and 465W continuous (LF 400W, HF 65W).
A 2.1kHz crossover uses FIR-X tuning, a linear phase FIR filter. D-CONTOUR offers FOH/MAIN, MONITOR and OFF settings.


Onboard 2-channel mixer
Channel 1 has a combo jack for XLR or TRS phone, for mic or line level. Channel 2 has a combo jack for XLR or TRS phone, plus an RCA pair for CD players and other stereo line-level sources.
The mixer selects CH1+2 MIX, or CH1 THRU to pass only the channel 1 signal to the XLR output.
Portable cabinet for stage, floor and rigging
Yamaha says the compact plastic cabinet is lightweight and durable, with a steel grille and ergonomic handles. The DBR12 has two side handles.
A 50 degree wedge angle suits floor monitoring. Yamaha says the symmetrical shape of the DBR12 and DBR15 allows a mirror-mode floor monitor setup for symmetrical or stereo sound fields.
The cabinet has a 35mm pole socket and M8 rigging threads (two on the bottom, one on the rear, for M8 × 15 mm eyebolts). Speaker brackets and eyebolts are not included.

Is it right for you?
A great fit if you…
- Need a portable powered PA speaker for bands, DJs or events
- Want a built-in 2-channel mixer with mic and line inputs
- Want a speaker that works as a floor monitor, including mirror-mode pairs
- Plan to pole-mount or rig the speaker
Worth knowing
- The 131dB figure is the maximum output level at 1m on axis
- The 1000W figure is dynamic power; continuous power is 465W
- The cabinet is plastic with a steel grille
- Rigging brackets and eyebolts are optional and not included
- Yamaha lists the SPCVR-1201 speaker cover as compatible with the DBR12
Build your system
The DBR12 has two input channels and an XLR output that passes CH1 or a CH1+CH2 mix to a second speaker.
- Mixer: Pair it with the Yamaha DM3 Standard digital mixer.
- More Yamaha PA: See the Yamaha DZR10 powered speaker or the STAGEPAS 200BTR portable PA.
- Browse: See the Yamaha range.
Specifications
Acoustic
| Type | 2-way bi-amped powered speaker, bass-reflex |
|---|---|
| Frequency range (-10dB) | 52Hz-20kHz |
| Maximum output level (1m, on axis) | 131dB SPL |
| Nominal coverage | H 90° × V 60° |
| LF | 12-inch cone, 2-inch voice coil, ferrite magnet |
| HF | 1.4-inch diaphragm, 1-inch throat compression driver, ferrite magnet |
| Crossover | 2.1kHz (FIR-X tuning, linear phase FIR filter) |
Amplifier and processing
| Class | Class-D |
|---|---|
| Power, dynamic | 1000W (LF 800W, HF 200W) |
| Power, continuous | 465W (LF 400W, HF 65W) |
| Processor | D-CONTOUR: FOH/MAIN, MONITOR, OFF |
| Cooling | Fan, 4 speeds |
Connections
| Input 1 | Combo × 1 |
|---|---|
| Input 2 | Combo × 1 + RCA pin × 2 (unbalanced) |
| Output | XLR3-32 × 1 (CH1 parallel through or CH1+CH2 mix) |
General
| Power consumption | 74W (1/8 power), 18W (idle) |
|---|---|
| Cabinet | Plastic, black |
| Handles | Side × 2 |
| Rigging | Bottom × 2, rear × 1 (M8 × 15 mm eyebolts) |
| Pole socket | 35mm (bottom × 1) |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 376 × 601 × 348 mm |
| Weight | 15.8 kg |
Specifications from Yamaha Australia's DBR Series page, checked November 2026.
Questions people ask
How loud is it?
Yamaha lists a maximum output level of 131dB SPL at 1m on axis.
Can it be used as a floor monitor?
Yes. Yamaha lists a 50 degree wedge angle, and says the DBR12's symmetrical shape allows mirror-mode monitor setups.
Can I pole mount it?
Yes. Yamaha lists a 35mm pole socket in the bottom.
Can I fly it?
Yamaha lists M8 rigging threads for eyebolts or optional speaker brackets. Brackets and eyebolts are not included.
Is there a cover?
Yamaha lists the SPCVR-1201 speaker cover as compatible with the DBR12.