When Yamaha decided to build their DBR Series speakers, they used technology developed for the DSR and DXR Series speakers, then added a new level of portability. The DBR10 powered PA speaker uses a Class D amplifier that supplies up to 700 watts, while the 10" woofer and 1" compression-driver tweeter turn all that power into dynamic sound. Yamaha houses the amp and speakers in a compact, lightweight portable cabinet that's the most easily transported of all their powered speakers.

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At a little over 23 pounds each, you can carry an awesome PA system without even breaking a sweat.

Loads of flexibility

The DBR10's cabinet allows it to be used as a free-standing speaker, a pole-mounted speaker, or a stage monitor. It also includes M8 rigging points so it can be flown above the stage or mounted on brackets (sold separately). Any way you slice it, you get as much as 129 dB sound pressure level from the 700-watt amp and the special-design speakers. That's a lot of output for a single 10" 2-way cabinet, enough to cut through the noise of a packed house and then some. And the whole package weighs only 23 pounds!

Ins and outs

The DBR10's built-in mixer gives you two combination inputs which handle either XLR or 1/4" TRS connectors. One input adds a stereo RCA input for playing a portable music player or other source. A single DBR10 can serve as a PA for presentations or speeches, an amplifier for your tunes, or a musical instrument amplifier, performing each task with remarkable volume and clarity.

Yamaha's digital signal processing gives you a 2-way contour switch to optimize the speaker for front-of-house or monitor use, along with a 2-position high-pass filter that cuts bass for speech applications or use with a subwoofer. An XLR output allows you to daisy-chain the speaker with other DBR10s with a pass-through signal from channel 1 or a mix of channels 1 and 2.

Prepared to perform

If you're ready to take your message or music to the people, the Yamaha DBR10 offers a combination of power and portability that makes it ideal for any situation where you need a lot of sound from a small, affordable package.

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Highlights:

2-way powered PA speaker
10" cone woofer
1" compression-driver tweeter
maximum output power: 700 watts
maximum SPL: 129 dB
frequency range: 55-20000 Hz
nominal coverage: 90° horizontal, 60° vertical
35mm socket for pole mounting
dimensions: 12-1/8"W x 19-7-16"H x 11-7/16"D
weight: 23-1/4 pounds
warranty: 3 years
MFR # DBR10

What's in the box:

Yamaha DBR10 owner's manual

DBR10 2-way powered loudspeaker
8.25' AC power cord (IEC 3-prong plug)
Owner's Manual (English)
Owner's Manual (French)
Owner's Manual (Spanish)
General Specifications sheet
Important Safety Instructions

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Features & specs

Speakers
Drivers per speaker	2
Woofer Size (inches)	10
Tweeter Size (inches)	1
System Frequency response	55Hz-20kHz
Maximum SPL	129
Electronics
RMS Power rating	325
Program Power rating	---
Peak Power rating	700
Input Connections	1 XLR/TRS combo
Line Inputs	2 XLR-1/4", 1 RCA
Tone Controls	DSP, HPF
General
Width (inches)	12-1/16
Height (inches)	19-3/8
Depth (inches)	12-5/8
Weight	23.2 lbs

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Features

DBR Series Overview: The Yamaha DBR series of powered loudspeakers deliver powerful, high-quality sound. They use the same state-of-the-art Yamaha DSP, amplifier, and speaker technologies as the professional DSR and DXR series. These versatile speakers can be used for live performances, DJ-ing, or public address, and can be placed at front-of-house on a pole stand, on the floor on the end or side for stage monitoring, or suspended in rigged applications.

DBR10: The 2-way DBR10 is equipped with a 10" cone woofer and a 1" compression-driver tweeter, mounted in a bass-reflex type black plastic enclosure. The speaker features 90° horizontal and 60° vertical coverage. It is powered by 2-channel Class D amplifier with 700 watts (dynamic) / 325 watts (continuous) output, capable of delivering a maximum SPL of 129 dB. The drivers are separately amplified, with 500 watts (dynamic) going to the woofer and 200 watts (dynamic) to the tweeter. (Continuous power distribution is 260 watts and 65 watts, respectively.)

Crossover: The 2-way speaker features a 2.1 kHz FIR-X tuning (linear phase FIR filter) crossover.

Inputs/Outputs: The DBR10 has two inputs and one output for daisy-chaining speakers together. Input 1 features a female XLR-1/4" combo connector with a Mic-Line switch and a rotary level knob. Input 2, a line input, also features a female XLR-1/4" combo connector, plus a stereo RCA pair, and a rotary level knob. The output connector is a male XLR, with a 2-position switch. With the switch in the OUT position, the speaker outputs Channel 1 audio only. In the IN position, the speaker will output a mix of Channels 1 and 2.

DSP: The built-in Yamaha Digital Signal Processor features two controls on the back panel:

D-Contour: The D-Contour applies the proper amount of processing depending upon the placement of the speaker. The 3-way switch lets you select the following:
- FOH (front-of-house) / Main: Applies a boost to both the bass and treble for a balanced full-range sound.
- Monitor: Applies a boost to the treble, but cuts the bass so you can hear yourself without being overpowered by the bass.
- Off: Turns off the D-Contour.
High-pass Filter (HPF): Applies a high-pass filter with a selectable roll-off at 120Hz or 100Hz. You can also turn off the HPF for full-range sound.

Protection: The DBR10 has built-in protection to keep your speaker operating for years. The amplifier has a limiter that will keep the input levels from reaching an excessive level causing distortion and clipping. The amp's protection circuit monitors the internal temperature, as well as DC-fault, Output Current, and Output Voltage. When the levels get out of range, the amplifier's protection circuit will mute the speaker until the levels return to normal range.

Placement Options:The versatile DBR10 is equipped with a rugged, but portable cabinet, with a top handle for easy carrying. The speaker can be placed upright on its sturdy feet, or placed on its side and used as a 50° angled wedge for onstage floor monitoring. It has a standard 35mm pole socket on the bottom for pole mounting. On the bottom of the speaker, two threaded screw holes are provided for use with M8 x 15mm eye bolts or screws for suspending the speaker. Optional Yamaha speaker brackets are also available for rigged applications.

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