Yamaha DXR15 Powered Speaker (1x15")

Yamaha's exclusive D-Contour technology extends the bass response of this powerful 15" full-range loudspeaker, pushing out a room-filling 133 dB SPL.

Overall User Ratings (based on 10 ratings)
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    5 out of 5 stars
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Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted May 27, 2013 by Frank Parker in 266 Southbrook Drive, SC

"Incredible speaker!"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I have used about every type of powered speaker on the market today and I can Honestly say that the Yamaha DXR15 Surpasses all the rest! I would put them up again QSC any day of the week. If you want a great all around speaker with incredible throw these are the speakers for you!

Musical Background:

25 year DJ and Musician

Musical Style:

All Types
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Submitted January 20, 2014 by Ryan Custodio in Mountain House , CA

"dxr15"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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so i perviously owned a pair of qsc k12. great realiable speakers, but needed more throw. did some personal research on the yamaha dxr15 and tried them out at a local guitar center. dxr15 for djing has the throw i was looking for. Great low end and high end without distortions. The speaker is priced at a reasonable price with big sound!

Musical Background:

DJING FOR 14 YEARS

Musical Style:

HIP HOP, COUNTRY, RNB, OLD SCHOOL, TOP 40
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Submitted May 6, 2012 by Frank p in lexington, SC

"Great sounding"

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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Overall I would put the Yamaha DXR15 speaker in the same class as the KW series QSC for much less. Screaming highs, incredible lows. The only issue i have with these speakers is the outer shell. It will be easy to scuff the plastic.

Musical Background:

Been playing music for 20 Plus years. I'm a lead vocalist in a working band

Musical Style:

Rock, alternative rock
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Submitted June 23, 2013 by Doug P in Nashville , TN

"Best powered speaker I've ever owned "

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I own a pa rental/ production company in nashville TN. To say my gear gets used hard and often would be a major understatement. I have 4 of the dxr15 I have used them in the smokiest bars to outside events. No matter how hard I push them they take it and sound amazing. I have tons of qsc powered speakers and bands/venues request these speakers of qsc every time. I'm selling my qsc tops and buying more of these. Make sure you buy the covers to go with these they do scratch easily. My partner bought 2 the same time I did. Mine look brand new his look scratched up. The covers fit great make it easier for me to stack stuff on top of them without hurting speakers.

Musical Style:

Country/rock
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Submitted July 27, 2014 by J B in Naperville, IL

"LOOK NO FURTHER!!!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Purchased 2 Yamaha DXR 15s, After much research and first going with another brand, I finally switched to these. Everything I was looking for, Extremely loud, Bass was so much had to switch high pass filter on and just overall they are the complete PA loudspeakers.OH AND ZZOUNDS CUSTOMER SERVICE IS Z BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Musical Background:

Playing music for 4000 years!

Musical Style:

ALL
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Submitted June 4, 2016 by Dale Stevens in Panama City, FL

"Incredible sound "

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Like most of you, I spent a great deal of time researching, listening, and comparing the endless sea of powered speakers. I've used JBL, QSC, Mackie, etc, and settled on the DXR15's. After using them last night (4pc cover band), I'm completely happy with them. The throw is outstanding. Even in a packed club, they cut through with no problem. The low end was amazing. You can use these in smaller venues without subs (get the 15", you'll be happy you did). They have more than enough power, and zero distortion after 4hrs at moderate levels. Thank to the great folks at zZounds for their prompt shipping and great service. My first purchase from zZounds, but definitely not the last.

Musical Background:

Professional musician (30yrs). Keyboards,guitar,bass. I'm also the sound eng., and lighting tech.

Musical Style:

We play everything.
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Submitted May 19, 2017 by Joe E in Austin, TX

"Solid Performer!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I decided to finally spend the money necessary to guarantee solid performance from my active PA system week in and week out. The Yamaha DXR-15's are amazing in that they produce an insane amount of sound with virtually no distortion! I would recommend running them with an active subwoofer in order to allow them to focus their energy on producing crystal clear mids/highs, but I've run them without a sub and they've done just fine. For larger crowds 150+ I'd go with an active sub. I had never used Yamaha speakers before, but now I'm a full on believer! I've had DJ friends come up, see the logo, and then watched their jaws drop when they can't fathom Yamaha making such a fantastic speaker...lol. I HIGHLY recommend going with these and that's coming from a guy who's used a ton of different brands in the 27 years I've been DJing.

Musical Background:

I've been DJing since 1990 at clubs, bars, festivals, raves, weddings, private parties, and corporate events.

Musical Style:

All genres, but mainly dance oriented (EDM, hip-hop, top-40, etc)
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Submitted November 23, 2015 by Bill Floyd in Largo, FL

"Yamaha dxr15"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I researched tons of these active speakers, but was worried about the power ratings. The manufacturers only put in peak wattage mostly 1000 watts. I wanted rms ratings. Yamaha was sensible enough to give me those numbers. Therefore they got the sale! This speaker is deceivingly light and yet puts out massive sound.And high quality sound it is! Although it is pricey, the last thing I want at a gig it to have my speaker fail! Zzounds with their easy payment plans does make it affordable. Would I buy another active speaker from them?? Absolutely!!

Musical Background:

Playing professionally for 15 years

Musical Style:

Acoustic, Americana
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Submitted October 12, 2015 by Enrique Miranda in Miami, FL

"Yamaha DXR15"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This speakers are amazing. I have used them for about 5 gigs now and they have not let me down. Love them so far and have no complains. The bass is out of this world. I am planning to buy another pair soon since I do a bunch of out door gigs.

Musical Background:

DJ

Musical Style:

All kinds of music
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Submitted March 30, 2017 by DJ BIG WEST in Atlanta, GA

"Definitely worth it"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I up graded from the 2 ev 15s to 2 dxr 15s and wow what a difference I've had the a year now and they have laid for them selfs hands down great speakers a seven year warrant won me over plenty of bass for small to mid range shows I just order 2 18s can't wait to use my dxrs as tops great buy
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