Yamaha P5000S P Series II Stereo Power Amplifier (750 Watts)

No longer available at zZounds
Juice up your audio with this Yamaha stereo amp. It embraces EEEngine technology that allows you to pump out immense power without sacrificing sound quality.

The P-Series amps are an ideal match to Yamaha's popular Club Series loudspeakers and deliver a robust amount of pro quality power in a wide range of configurations designed to suit most any need. To achieve this, they're designed with big power output, and equipped with YS (Yamaha Speaker) Processing to deliver a signal that is tuned to the needs of the Club Series loudspeakers. All models feature both XLR and 1/4-inch TRS inputs and Neutrik Speakon, 1/4-inch, and 5-way binding post outputs to make connections quick and easy. Other features include Yamaha's exclusive EEEngine technology which delivers high performance with exceptional efficiency, sweepable high and low pass filters for optimizing output to any loudspeakers, compact and durable 2U chassis, and variable speed cooling fans.

Big Output Power

The P-Series power amplifiers deliver a robust amount of professional quality power in a wide range of configurations designed to suit most any need. In a 4- ohm bridged application, the P7000S delivers 3200 watts, the P5000S delivers 2600 watts, the P3500S 2000 watts, and the P2500S 1300 watts.

Those on a budget will find the lineup's high power output and affordable prices deliver higher quality without putting a strain on funds. Further savings are realized with extremely efficient operation utilizing Yamaha's exclusive EEEngine technology which keeps operational costs down by significantly reducing AC power consumption and heat generation.

The Perfect Match for Club Speakers

read more The P-Series power amplifiers can be used with any loudspeaker system, but if you're using the Club Series, they will provide power and performance tailored to deliver maximum performance from your system. In an 8-ohm stereo application power output per channel on the P7000S is 700 watts, the P5000S 500 watts, the P3500S 350 watts, and the P2500S 250 watts. This wide selection lets you choose the amplifier that best matches the power handling capabilities of your speaker system.

All four models are equipped with independent sweepable high and low pass filters on each channel so you can optimize output for subwoofer or full range systems to provide peak audio quality and performance from any speaker system you may be using.

Light Weight for Easy Transport

Look at the specifications and you'll notice that the P2500S and P3500S are respectably light in weight making transport and setup less strenuous. What's amazing though, is the comparison in weight per watt when you look at the P5000S and P7000S. The use of a switching power supply makes these two models very lightweight while maintaining superior audio quality.

Flexible Connectivity

To provide the most flexible connectivity possible, all four models are equipped Neutrik Speakon output jacks, and 1/4-inch output jacks for each channel in addition to 5-way binding post. Channel inputs consist of both XLR and 1/4-inch TRS jacks.

* Speakon is the registered trademark of Neutrik AG.

Other Features

The P-Series' industrial design delivers a refined and impressive look with deep blue faceplates bordered in silver trim, handles, and mounts. The chassis is specially designed to provide added durability and strength. Continuously variable-speed fans mounted internally on either side of the front panel offer quiet, efficient cooling. Comprehensive protection consists of power on/off muting, DC detection, thermal protection, current limiting, and a protective cover for the attenuators is also supplied.

EEEngine

EEEngine (Energy Efficient Engine) Technology makes more efficient use of AC power by reducing power consumption and heat generation without degrading output power or sound quality. When power requirements are low, the system uses a highly efficient current buffer to transparently switch input power on and off as needed. As power requirements increase, an independently responding auxiliary power line supplies additional power as required. Output isn't compromised, as the auxiliary power line is driven by the power supply voltage, which maintains maximum output to the speaker load.

YS Processing

With YS Processing (Yamaha Speaker Processing), you get direct compatibility with the popular Club Series loudspeaker systems. This special circuit optimizes output from the power amplifier to match the characteristics of Club Series speaker systems delivering a signal that is precisely what the speaker requires. With the YS Processing system, extra-smooth highs and enhanced low frequency from your Club Series loudspeaker system is assured.
read less

Output Power
1kHz, THD+N=1% 8 Ohms Stereo: 525W + 525W
1kHz, THD+N=1% 4 Ohms Stereo: 750W + 750W
1kHz, THD+N=1% 8 Ohms Bridge: 1500W
20Hz-20kHz, THD+N=1% 8 Ohms Stereo: 500W + 500W
20Hz-20kHz, THD+N=1% 4 Ohms Stereo: 700W + 700W
20Hz-20kHz, THD+N=1% 8 Ohms Bridge: 1400W
1kHz, 20mS nonclip 2 Ohms Stereo: 1300W + 1300W
1kHz, 20mS nonclip 4 Ohms Bridge: 2600W

Power Bandwidth (half power): 10Hz-40kHz (THD+N=0.5%)

THD+N (20Hz - 20kHz, half power): Maximum 0.1%

Intermodulation Distortion (60Hz: 7kHz, 4:1, half power: Maximum 0.1%

Frequency Response: 0dB, +0.5dB, - 1dB f=20Hz-50kHz

Channel Separation: Minimum 70dB 1kHz

Residual noise (Att. min.): Maximum 70dB

S/N Ratio: 103 dB

Damping Factor: 350 max.

Sensitivity @8 Ohms +6dB

Voltage Gain (Att. max): 32.1dB

Input Impedance: 30kOhms balanced; 15kOhms unbalanced

Controls
Front Panel: POWER switch (push on/push off) attenuator (31position) x 2
Rear Panel:
MODE switch (STEREO/BRIDGE/PARALLEL)
FILTER switch (SUB WOOFER/LOW CUT/OFF) x 2
FREQ. CONTROL (25Hz-150Hz) x 2
YAMAHA SPEAKER PROCESSING switch (ON/OFF)

Connectors
Input: XLR-3-31 type/ch, 1/4 in.
Output: SPEAKON, 5-way biding post, 1/4" phone/ch

Indicators
POWER: x 1 (Green)
PROTECTION: x 1 (Red)
TEMP: x 1 (Red) heatsink temp 85 degrees
YS PROCESSING: x 1 (Yellow)
SIGNAL: x 2 (Green)
CLIP: x 2 (Red)

Load Protection
POWER switch on/off mute
DC-fault power output cut

Amplifier Protection
Thermal (heatsink temp 90 degrees C
VI limiter
Limiter Circuit: Comp. THD 0.5%
Cooling: Dual variable-speed fan / Single variable-speed fan

Power Requirements: USA/120V 60Hz

Idle Power Consumption: 35W

1/8 Power Consumption: 550W

Maximum Power Consumption (4 Ohms): 3000W

Dimensions (W x H x D): 18-7/8 in. x 3-7/16 in. x 17-15/16 in.

Weight: 30.9 lbs

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 714-522-9011
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 0.5 out of 5 stars. (29 ratings)
Submitted July 26, 2013 by Joe Tucker in Tallahassee, FL

"Don't breathe on this amp wrong or it will blow"

Overall: 0.5 out of 5 stars
(see rating details)
I purchased this amp nine months ago and it operated beautifully for about a month. One month after purchasing this amp for $600 i turned the power switch on and it made a popping sound. After that, the amp had a bad 60hz hum on one channel. I took it in for warranty repair and they replaced several components that had blown. I explained exactly how I had it hooked up and how I was using it and the technician at the Yamaha authorized repair shop said I was doing every thing properly and that it was -just one of those things-. Nine months later after flawless operation the very same thing happened again. I powered it on, heard the pop and the hum once again. This time I called the repair dealer and he said I should contact Yamaha directly and ask for a replacement or refund. I did call Yamaha, their Buena Park, California pro audio group. I spoke with Ed and explained to him exactly what had transpired. Ed proceeded to treat me like an idiot claiming first that I didn't hook it up right and then I explained the hook up to which he replied -that was perfectly fine-. next it was something wrong with my equipment to which I explained I was using the same equipment on several other amps with no issue and he said yes that seems fine. In the end, Ed explained how robust this amp was and that Yamaha stands behind their products and that I should just go ahead and take it in once again to get the same repair and that with a three year warranty I could repeat this action of failed amp read more on power up/repair as many times as needed. in summary, Yamaha does not stand behind their products and a pro audio piece of equipment that blows twice in nine months is either a lemon or a poor design. Either way Yamaha doesn't stand behind their products and I prefer not to take this amp in for repair every six months. I will toss it, chalk it up as a bad investment and go buy a solid amp from a reputable company.

Musical Background:
Pro-Audio
read less
12 of 22 people (55%) people found this review helpful. Did you?
Thanks for your opinion!

No longer available at zZounds

In most cases, a product is unavailable because it has been discontinued by the manufacturer