At the Prolight + Sound show in Frankfurt, Yamaha has announced the release of the new PX Series of power amplifiers for sound reinforcement applications.
The PX Series comprises four new models: PX10 (2 x 1200 watts), PX8 (2 x 1050 watts), PX5 (2 x 800 watts), and the PX3 (2 x 500 watts), and come equipped with both XLR and TRS inputs, and binding post, SpeakON and phone outputs.
All models are driven by a newly-developed class D amplifier engine that concentrates all necessary DSP functions into a single custom LSI chip.
The PX3 and PX5 also come equipped with a Power Boost Mode that combines the power output from two channels into one, achieving significantly higher single-channel power levels to drive high power handling loudspeakers when needed. (Note: the number of channels available is halved in this case.)
All models are equipped with flexible onboard PEQ, crossover, filters, delay, and limiter functions that can be set quickly via the LCD display. Intelligent protection functions help insure reliable operation, as does Yamaha-developed D-CONTOUR multi-band dynamic processing technology to deliver consistent clarity and high-quality sound at any output level by tailoring the frequency response of each connected loudspeaker.
“The PX Series was developed to provide flexibility and options all while delivering Yamaha reliability, superior sound quality and high output levels for our customers, states Nithin Cherian, marketing manager, Yamaha Professional Audio. “With the PX Series, we have accomplished these goals.”
PX Series amplifiers also offer both Basic and Advanced setup modes. Basic mode enables inexperienced users to easily configure a system, while Advanced mode offers experienced users more precise control of their sound. All four models have eight programmable presets for instant recall and reduced setup time that can be saved to a USB thumb drive and quickly shared with other PX amplifiers.
The Config Wizard saves even more time during system setup by assigning optimized loudspeaker settings that match various system configurations. Config Wizard features presets specifically tuned for each model in the Yamaha lineup of passive loudspeakers, including the CBR, Club, Installation, and VXS/VXC Series, and an advanced mode that allows more detailed configuration of parameters such as input routing, input sensitivity, amp gain, and loudspeaker impedance.
PX Series amplifiers are designed for quick configuration of panel settings, monitor amplifier status, transfer data via USB, and also they also a panel locking function to keep settings safe. Users can even export information such as an internal device and log data to a USB drive for rapid troubleshooting.
The PX Series will be available in June 2016.
