Yamaha DM7 Compact
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Yamaha
DM7 Compact
Product Info
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The DM7 Compact is a powerhouse for live sound engineers and studio setups needing serious routing and processing capabilities. It's designed for large-scale events, broadcast, or complex studio environments where flexibility and recall are paramount, and you're comfortable diving into a detailed digital workflow. It’s a serious tool for pros, not a beginner's mixer.
Product Description
- Yamaha DM7 Compact
- Digital Mixer
- 72 Mono inputs
- 48 Mix busses
- 12 Matrix busses
- 2 Stereo busses
- Dante Primary / Secondary
- Sampling frequency: 48 kHz / 96 kHz
- 12.1" Multi-Touch screens
- 7" Multi-Touch utility screen
- 16x 100 mm touch-sensitive faders
- Local I/O: 16 Mic / Line inputs
- 16 outputs
- AES output
- USB 2.0 audio interface: 18 inputs / 18 outputs
- Dante interface: 144 inputs / 144 outputs
- PY Slot
- Dual Power Supply
- Split mode
- DAW remote mode
- Assist function
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 468 x 324 x 564 mm
- Weight: 16.5 kg
- Incl. power cable
- dust cover
- cable hook
- Nuendo Live and VST Rack Elements
PROS
- • Exceptional Dante integration provides unparalleled scalability and flexibility.
- • Intuitive multi-touch screens streamline workflow, reducing setup time.
- • Robust build quality with solid metal chassis ensures long-term reliability.
- • Comprehensive suite of built-in effects rivals dedicated hardware units.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for smaller operations.
- • Steep learning curve for users unfamiliar with advanced digital mixing workflows.
- • Physical footprint, while compact for its channel count, still requires substantial rack space.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
72 Mono
Aux/Bus
48 Mix, 12 Matrix, 2 Stereo
Effects
Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Compression (Yamaha SPX algorithms)
Motorized Faders
16, 100mm Touch-Sensitive
Connections
Dante Primary/Secondary, AES, USB 2.0 Audio Interface, PY Slot
Weight
16.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PY slot accepts optional DSP cards, enabling features like advanced microphone preamp modeling or specialized processing not natively included.
Yes, split mode allows for redundant operation, crucial for touring, but it doubles the Dante infrastructure requirements and processing load.
Yamaha’s workflow emphasizes streamlined routing and recall; the sonic character is known for its clarity and transparency, often preferred for broadcast and critical listening environments.
