The physical dimensions were a bit bigger than I expected. I used to have dirt cheap 15 inch monitors, and these 12's are nearly the same size, at least in terms of face width. They also top over 50 lbs, so a 120lb soprano will probably not be helping you move them around.

Overall, they feel like Yamaha has a good reason to make them the size and weight they do and think that translates directly into quality, at least build quality. As for audio quality, I haven't had much trouble with them. They were a big step up from our previous monitors so it's hard to be critical. If I had audio quality issues with my current system, I'd be more likely to start tweaking EQ first.

I've never had to call Yamaha directly for anything.

No problems at all with zZounds and the ordering process.

Does well with instruments and lead vocals in a band, but lacks a bit in the clarity department when used for multiple vocalists.

It is what it is, A monitor.

Straightforward design, 1/4 or Speakon and you are good to go.

I have 4 and all seem to be the same with equal performance.

Upper middle price range for an upper middle product.

No support needed.

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Eclectic, heavy concentration on Acoustic/Acappella.