Yamaha DXR10MKII - Full Review After 1 Month Of Use

[@deangallagher8070]

Apparently it's the metal plate under the handle inside the speaker that the screws fix into that vibrates you can try to tighten them or put a rubber washer in-between and it solves it 👍

[@she_sings_delightful_things]

Ahhhh....great vid, VERY appreciated! Just bought this bad boy today 😁😁😁😁

[@relektronic]

Love the channel and enjoyed this video- just wanted to add that I own a pair of the MKI DXR10's and do not have any vibration issue with either speaker- I would let Yamaha know about this issue, vibration is not acceptable in this price bracket, I am sure they will fix it for you. Keep up the good work, Stephen

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I agree! There should not be a vibration in this price bracket. I'm not sure if I said it in this video or a different one but it's reminiscent of my first set of cheap Behringer speakers.

[@cantdance3077]

I have previous model dxr12s. I had a vibration issue too. Once I figured out it was the speaker stand, I was able to secure it. Completely eliminated vibration issue

[@EnmandsBand1]

I am using these speakers for my Helix guitar setup, such a sweet sound with NO high-end harshness - and you won't believe hos loud they can get...

[@FrankPapadakis]

are you still using these for your guitar setup? how do you like them? what does your signal chain look like? I'm trying to do something similar, but I'm new to all this stuff I'm just used to amps

[@EnmandsBand1]

@@FrankPapadakis no but I really liked them. Chain was just guitar - Helix LT - DXR10 mkII The Mark II got compression driver which is very important for my ears

[@FrankPapadakis]

@@EnmandsBand1 what are you using now?

[@EnmandsBand1]

@@FrankPapadakis dB Flexsys FM10

[@jonesvox1]

I own a pair of these and they indeed have a bad vibration when I play a G chord. I only realized it when using them at a NYE show months after purchasing them. Needless to say, I was irritated. I have a technical service request through YAMAHA. I will update you if they have a solution. I am a part time musician and a freelance A-1, working with a ton of high end gear all over the world. Glad I found your channel. Cheers

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Yeah that vibration is a tough one. I love the sound of the DXR's but I have stopped buying more because of the vibration.

[@mv9787]

Did Yamaha give a solution for vibration?

[@drbones3rd]

Sold my DXS15s and got 2 DXS12 mk2 inbound to pair with my dxr10s. Love yamaha

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I think you'll be happy with the combo!

[@drbones3rd]

@@TheAngrySoundTech Agreed. The 15 inch subs were awesome but at 87 pounds a piece, a bit over kill for most of the gigs I used them at. The 12's will do great but most important, my back will be much happier during setup and take down. lol

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

We apparently have the same motives for our speaker upgrades. I threw my back out for about a month back when I had my ip3000's. That was the last time I had them out. I swear a single DXS12MKII has almost the same output of the dual 12's in the ip3000.

[@RugRatCoupe]

@@drbones3rd where do you set the crossover on the 12" Yamaha subs when paired with the DXR10mkII's?

[@drbones3rd]

@@RugRatCoupe I like them all set at 120. With the extended low frequency boost set on the subs. This sounds really good. Since these are only 12 inch subs wanted them to engage sooner. The 15 inch subs I would set it at 100HZ

[@thomas9469]

Hello bud 10 inch DBR is good for stage monitor at church. Thanks.

[@Спар-ш4п]

Respect, bro!!!

[@essenceofjoy1837]

Hi mate I own Yamaha sub dxs15 mark 1.want to buy tops.will I be able to use dxr10 mark 2 with my sub?

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Yeah they should work nicely together. Right now I'm using the DXS12mkII with them but eventually I'm going to buy the DXS15mkII. Hoping I get a little better volume and bass performance when using a single sub.

[@soundknight]

You should let Yamaha know about the vibration, I'm sure they would like to know which songs at which time codes.

[@edwardshields2777]

Really love your videos! Trying to decide between DXR12 Mkii and ART-912. For events and rental. Yamaha has neo Celestion driver vs RCF ferrite comp driver. 3 vs 7 year transferable warranty. Do you have any thoughts about the sound differences, electronics, or experience with both companies? Thanks!!

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I made you a video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gomVqHdolJ6bjrs I forgot to mention that the Yamaha has more inputs options and a crossover that could make it more useful in a rental situation.

[@JHGurganus]

hi brian...question for you if you see this: this summer we've been re-hired to do a show during a concert in the park series. Stage will be a slightly elevated bandshell and we'll be projecting over a lawn with people either sitting on the grass or in chairs in the grass. Last time we did it I used my dxr12s (originals) which I've sold. I'm going to order a new set of dxr tops but I'm having trouble deciding between the 10 or 12mkii. I want the tens due to lighter weight / portability plus they are sufficient for most of the shows we do whether small or medium venue (I previously had the original 10s too). My question is if I were to get the dxr10mkii with the larger compression driver do you feel they would be somewhat equal to my original dxr12s which we previously used for this gig? I guess my biggest concern would be low mids when pushed in open air. We are 2 vocals and 1 acoustic-electric - no backing tracks. Coverage from the stage to the back of the sitting area is right about 50 or so yards or 150 feet I guess. The area slightly fans out as it goes back. Music style is country / classic rock and we will be the main attraction - not background. We try to be high energy. Would expect + / - 150 for this. Full & tribute bands will draw probably around 250 +. Thanks in advance to you or anyone who offers their thoughts. My gut tells me the dxr12mkii is the answer but I want to bounce this off others with knowledge as well. We have dbr12s and dxr8s now but I will not be using either of them for FOH for this event. thanks!

[@creativespecies7032]

what type subwoofer to use dj set.

[@mtumix]

Hi, thx for your great videos. Can you tell me something about the noise of the cooling? Is it hearable in home conditions? And is there any hissing when powered on without audio signal? Thx from Hamburg Germany...

[@dmc523]

Thanks, this was very useful. Hard to find reviews on the MKII in Canada. Snap into a Slim Jim!

[@danieljshapira4557]

In Jan. 2019 I purchased the DXR10 (mark1), that I'm very happy with, using it as a monitor for my 3 keyboards (for a classic rock/80's band and a 60's/70's r & b/soul band. That said, now that it has been discontinued in wake of the markii, would it be a good idea to sell it and get the markii? For my purposes as a keyboard player (understand I'm playing a lot of different types of instrument sounds for each band, plus some solo instrumental/cocktail piano gigs), do you think the larger HF diaphragm of the markii (plus the other upgrades) would make a huge difference? Your professional opinion either way would be welcomed. Thank You.

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I've never gotten a chance to use a MKI. I can tell you the MKII sounds great. I used a pair of DXR15MKII's with a pair of DXS18XLF's for a rock band the other day and man... I was surprised how good those tops sounded with a full band. The compression driver is good in the MKII's I just can't give a good comparison to the MKI.

[@Bayenke]

hello, can you connect a speaker from another brand and a dj controller?

[@bjarkebk3735]

no problem

[@Parkster44]

I just got these yesterday. Sorry . I am totally green . If I hook this up to the master out of a zoom L20 mixer do I go into mic/ line 1 on the back of the speakers and make sure it’s switched to line and not mic? Also the cables can I use regular xlr mic cables ? Thanks

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Hi Chuck! Yes, use the master out of your Zoom L20 and go into the Mic/Line 1 input on the Yamaha DXR10MKII. Make sure you leave the switch on "Line" and the knob should be set at "0" Straight up 12 O'clock position. Standard XLR Mic cables will work perfectly.

[@Parkster44]

@@TheAngrySoundTech thanks so much for the reply . So the master on the L20 will be able to feed the wattage desired if it’s at 12 o clock ?

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

The DXR10mkII's are powered so the only thing the thing your mixer is sending to the speakers is the signal. You should have no issues.

[@luisvidal1]

What are your thoughts on the RCF HD 45 speaker?

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I got to listen to them at InfoComm. They sound great. RCF in general makes really good speakers and I don't think you'd be disappointed at all with the HDM 45-A. Of course with that being said I've only heard a demo. I haven't gotten a chance to use them personally.

[@Parkster44]

Hey , I have these but they’re hooked to an L20 zoom mixer . Do you recommend I get my separate mixer and link them together or should they be loud enough to be powered through the L20 alone with only myself and backup vocals coming out of the master out

[@ks2401]

I went out looking for the 12” ones. I would like to know, if you would recommend these?? Because at this price bracket, vibrations are not acceptable. Please advise.

[@miguelbarajas2883]

They good but after a while will have to open the speaker fix that problem that’s what I did remove a horizontal piece plasti lose in there then you won’t have any problems I don’t understand why yamaha been such good company doesn’t fix the problem

[@arribaeventos5567]

believe it or not, there were tech issues in a bar i was playing, and i ended up running a party of 200 people with one of these speakers, and it did ok. there were no comments from anyone about the volume not being loud enough. by the way, i dont hear any vibrations from those speakers it might be the one you have that has an issue.

[@miguelbarajas2883]

Every single one has the same problem my 8 speakers I have suffered the same problem I fixed them already

[@mv9787]

@@miguelbarajas2883how did you fix it?

[@TelmoMonteiro]

@@miguelbarajas2883 What was the solution?

[@mikedubz5576]

Great review brother. I would like to know if this speaker's power supply is and automatic one. Does it accept 110v and 220v?

[@samkola6343]

brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@Fizyxx]

Does the vibration happen on BOTH of your DXR10 mkIIs?

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Yes, it happens to both of them but I probably made it sound worse than it really is in the video. I just did an initial thoughts review on the DXR15MKII and that one so far didn't seem to have the same issue. I think it might be because the bigger cabinet has more dampening material. I'm thinking with the DXR10MKII the smaller cabinet doesn't have as much room for dampening material and that's why there is something vibrating or resonating. I'll be using these regularly so I'll probably do an updated review down the road a bit.

[@vannk73]

When you go to sell your old equipment, do you reach out to your contacts, list them online, trade in at a store, or some combination of these things? Just wondering what works best for unloading used pro audio gear.

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Typically I'll post in facebook marketplace (local groups too) as well as craigslist. Sometimes my rental customers just ask to buy what they rented. I also sell on eBay and more recently on Reverb for some of the hard to sell items (specialty stuff). I do have ecommerce on my website as well but I don't keep that super up to date with my used gear.

[@soundknight]

I would like to hear more of your opinion on the compression driver, how much better is it? How smooth? Any squawk? Any piezo crackle (experiment with gypsy kings music)? You made a massive video and didn't really say anything about it. I would love to know. Cheers.

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

It's always tough to try to describe how something sounds in a way that makes sense to everyone. That's why I kept that part short and simple. Plus sound is very subjective. It's always best to take a listen yourself if possible. I thought at high volumes the DBR10's became a little harsh and had a little distortion. Not from over driving. It's just what happens with smaller cheaper compression drivers. The DXR10MKII hasn't been harsh from what I've heard so far and I haven't noticed any distortion. Still not as smooth as a KV2 Audio system but then again they are about $80,000 for a system. lol I'm going to do a second video where I talk about the dance's I've done with subs added to the system. I'll make sure I talk more about the sound in that video.

[@Parkster44]

I want to wall mount them . What wall mount do you recommend ?

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

I would probably do something like this: amzn.to/3rz0IVV

[@Parkster44]

@@TheAngrySoundTech thanks man . I appreciate it

[@DMulabiTalejan]

Hey, thanks for this. A little diversion: there is hardly any reviews of DZRs out there. Is it worth the upgrade from DXR MKII's to DZR's in terms of loudness and sound quality? (I know you already did a DZR315 but a proper A-B...) I have seen a lot of debate, for example, on DXR15 Vs DZR12 (mark the 15 Vs 12), given that the latter has higher spec on paper, including unbelievable bass response!

[@Tom-sd2vi]

The DZR's are a worthwhile upgrade to the DRX's but the DXR's are capable of small to mid gigs for DJ's and bands alike. If you have the money, sure go for it. If not, DXR's will do the job. The DXR15 the odd one out, I suspect it is mend to be used without subs. Which makes it very unique in the Yamaha lineup. The DXR10/12 and DZR's are mend to be combined with subs. We (4 piece rock band) Use 2 DRX12mkii's and a single DSR15mkii sub as FoH. I'd say it is great up to 100-150 people indoors. For DJ's probably even more.

[@petarcholakov9352]

Can you do a review on the dbr12

[@bobstewartfolk]

Had the 15s, they didn’t vibrate but saying that I didn’t like them.

[@shysingh]

Vibration from handle screws

[@213gixxer]

No links

[@Jazzmarcel]

Fist viewer!......... automatic like!

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Boom!

[@melmothmelmoth]

13:10... fly!!!!

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Those dang flies! Pitfalls of having a garage door that is open all the time at the shop. lol You wouldn't believe how many different types of fly traps I've tried. I even accidentally tried on that was for barns... Yeah I'm pretty sure it used manure for bait and within a day my office smelled like a barn.

[@soundknight]

Your kidding me! ... I just bought the 8" version...

[@koolkiwikat]

damm you waffle on, chapter mark your clips to keep viewing

[@TheAngrySoundTech]

Just imagine me talking about gear after a few beers 🤣🍻