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Yamaha EMX 5 12-Input Powered Mixer

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Yamaha EMX 5 12-Input Powered Mixer
Key Features
  • Integrated 1260W Power Amplifier
  • 8 Mono Mic/Line Inputs
  • Four Stereo Inputs
  • Hi-Z Input on Channel 4
The Yamaha EMX 5 is a 12-input powered mixer with an integrated 1260W amplifier, eight mic/line inputs, four stereo line inputs, and two Aux sends. The mixer features a Hi-Z guitar input on channel four and each channel offers a 3-band EQ for custom tailoring your sound. Channels 1-4 offer XLR-1/4" combo jacks. Channels 5 through 12 provide mono XLR inputs, with channels 5-8 offering 1/4" inputs and 9-12 offering an additional set of stereo RCA inputs. Channels 11/12 also include an 3.5mm stereo mini-jack for connecting portable music players.

The EMX 5 includes a single-knob compressor on channels 1-4, an integrated feedback suppressor, and a built-in multi-effects processor with SPX series algorithms. Additionally, the mixer offers a Master EQ, which provides a single knob to control the level of low end. At the far left, the speech setting cuts low frequencies, while the middle position is neutral for music playback. The far right setting provides a Bass Boost to enhance music playback. Optional accessories available include a foot switch for effects bypass and a rackmount kit. The EMX 5 ships with a standard IEC power cord.

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Yamaha EMX 5 Overview

The Yamaha EMX 5 is a 12-input powered mixer with an integrated 1260W amplifier, eight mic/line inputs, four stereo line inputs, and two Aux sends. The mixer features a Hi-Z guitar input on channel four and each channel offers a 3-band EQ for custom tailoring your sound. Channels 1-4 offer XLR-1/4" combo jacks. Channels 5 through 12 provide mono XLR inputs, with channels 5-8 offering 1/4" inputs and 9-12 offering an additional set of stereo RCA inputs. Channels 11/12 also include an 3.5mm stereo mini-jack for connecting portable music players.

The EMX 5 includes a single-knob compressor on channels 1-4, an integrated feedback suppressor, and a built-in multi-effects processor with SPX series algorithms. Additionally, the mixer offers a Master EQ, which provides a single knob to control the level of low end. At the far left, the speech setting cuts low frequencies, while the middle position is neutral for music playback. The far right setting provides a Bass Boost to enhance music playback. Optional accessories available include a foot switch for effects bypass and a rackmount kit. The EMX 5 ships with a standard IEC power cord.

  • 1260W power amplifier for versatility in a wide variety of performance applications
  • Compatible with 4- and 8-ohm speakers
  • 12-channel mixer with four mono mic/line and four mono/stereo line input channels, supporting a wide range of inputs
  • Channels 1-4 offer a single-knob compressor
  • Channels 1-3 offer an 80 Hz high-pass filter to reduce microphone rumble
  • Channel 4 offers a Hi-Z input for guitar
  • Two Aux sends via balanced 1/4" outputs. Aux 2 also sends to internal effects engine
  • Yamaha’s high-quality SPX multi-effects, providing optimum processing for instruments or vocals
  • Feedback Suppressor, which automatically cuts and prevents undesirable feedback noise
  • Independent three-band equalizer on each channel for tonal adjustment and sound control
  • Master EQ with setting for speech and music playback
  • Stereo output: two balanced 1/4" outputs for connecting to powered speakers or an additional amplifier
  • Recording output: stereo RCA for connecting to a recorder
UPC: 889025106221

Yamaha EMX 5 Specs

Analog Input Characteristics
Input Connectors
Channels 1-4: 4x Combo XLR-1/4" / 6.35 mm
Channels 5/6: 1x XLR, 2x 1/4" / 6.35 mm
Channels 7/8: 1x XLR, 2x 1/4" / 6.35 mm
Channels 9/10: 1x XLR, 2x RCA
Channels 11/12: 1x XLR, 2x RCA, 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Load Impedance
Channels 1-4 (XLR Mic/Line): 3 kOhms actual, 50-600 Ohms nominal with mics
Channels 1-4 (1/4" Mic/Line): 8 kOhms, 600 Ohms line
Channel 4 (1/4", Hi-Z Engaged): 1 MOhms actual, 10 kOhms lines nominal
Channels 5-12 (XLR): 2 kOhms actual, 50 - 600 Ohms lines nominal
Channels 5-12 (1/4", RCA, 1/8"): 10 kOhms actual, 600 Ohms nominal
Input Level
Sensitivity
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Mic): -60 dBu (0.775 mV)
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Line): -30 dBu (24.5 mV)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Mic): -50 dBu (2.45 mV)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Line): -20 dBu (77.5 mV)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Mic): -50 dBu (2.45 mV)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Line): -20 dBu (77.5 mV)
Channels 5-12 (XLR): -60 dBu (0.775 mV)
Channels 5-8 (1/4"): -20 dBu (77.5 mV)
Channels 9-12 (RCA, 1/8"): -8 dBu (316 mV)


Nominal
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Mic): -43 dBu (5.48 mV)
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Line): -13 dBu (173 mV)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Mic): -33 dBu (17.3 mV)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Line): -3 dBu (548 mV)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Mic): -33 dBu (17.3 mV)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Line): -3 dBu (548 mV)
Channels 5-12 (XLR): -43 dBu (5.48 mV)
Channels 5-12 (1/4", RCA, 1/8"): -3 dBu (548 mV)


Maximum Before Clip
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Mic): -15 dBu (138 mV)
Channel 1-4 (XLR, Line): +15 dBu (4.36 V)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Mic): -5 dBu (436 mV)
Channel 1-4 (1/4", Line): +25 dBu (13.8 V)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Mic): -5 dBu (436 mV)
Channel 4 (Hi-Z Engaged, Line): +20 dBu (7.75 V)
Channels 5-12 (XLR): -15 dBu (138 mV)
Channels 5-12 (1/4", RCA, 1/8"): +25 dBu (13.8 V)

Analog Output Characteristic
Output Connectors
Stereo Out (L/R): 2x 1/4" / 6.35 mm balanced
Aux Sends (1/2): 2x 1/4" / 6.35 mm balanced
Rec Out (L/R): 2x RCA unbalanced
Impedance
Stereo Out (L/R): 600 Ohms actual, 10 kOhms Lines
Aux Sends (1/2): 600 Ohms actual, 10 kOhms Lines
Rec Out (L/R): 600 Ohms actual, 10 kOhms Lines
Output Level
Stereo Out (L/R): +4 dBu (1.228 V) nominal, +20 dBu (7.75 V) max before clipping
Aux Sends (1/2): +4 dBu (1.228 V) nominal, +20 dBu (7.75 V) max before clipping
Rec Out (L/R): -10 dBV (0.308 V) nominal, +18 dBV (7.75 V) max before clipping
Loudspeaker Outputs
Connectors
Speakers A/B: Neutrik speakON NL4, 1/4" / 6.35 mm phone jack
Impedance
Actual Source Impedance: < 0.1 Ohms
For Use with Nominal: 4 Ohm speakers, 8 Ohm speakers
Output Level
4 Ohm Speakers: 500 W (1 Hz THD+N < 1%), 630 W (1 kHz THD+N < 10% [CEA2006])
8 Ohm Speakers: 370 W (1 Hz THD+N < 1%), 460 W (1 kHz THD+N < 10% [CEA2006])
General Specifications
Output Power
1 kHz THD+N < 10% (CEA2006): 630 W + 630 W (4 Ohms), 460 W + 460 W (8 Ohms)
1 kHz THD+N < 1%: 500 W + 500 W (4 Ohms), 370 W + 370 W (8 Ohms)
Frequency Response
Frequency Response Refer to the nominal output level @ 1 kHz
Input to Speakers: +1/-3 dB (40 Hz to 20 kHz)
Input to Stereo Out, Aux 1/2 Send: +0.5/-1.0 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
THD + N
Input to Speakers: 0.1% @ 10 W (40 Hz to 20 kHz), 0.05% @ 50 W (1 kHz)
Input to Stereo Out, Aux 1/2 Send: 0.03% @ +14 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz), 0.007% @ +20 dBu (1 kHz)
Crosstalk
(1 kHz): -85 dB
Input Channels
Mono (Mic/Line): 8
Stereo: (Line): 4
Total: 12
Output Channels
Speakers: A/B
Aux 1 Send
Aux 2 Send
Stereo Out: L/R
Rec Out: L/R
Bus
Stereo: 1
Aux: 2 (including FX)
Pad
Channels 1-4: 30 dB
Hi-Z Input
Channel 4: Supported
HPF
High Pass Filter (Channels 1-3): 80 Hz, -12 dB/octave
EQ Section
High: 10 kHz +15/-15 dB
Mid: 2.5 kHz +15/-15 dB
Low: 100 Hz +15/-15 dB
Compressor
Single knob compressor
Audio Level Meter
7 points (-20, -10, -6, 0, +6, +10, Peak)
Built-in Effects
SPX Algorithm: 24 programs
Output Channel Function
Master EQ (Speech to Music)
Monitor EQ
Feedback Suppressor
Phantom Power
+48 V
Footswitch Input
Effect mute on/off
Protection
Load Protection: DC-fault
Amplifier Protection: Overheat protection, overcurrent protection, integral power protection
Power Supply Protection: Overheat protection, overcurrent protection
Power
Power Requirements: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 42 W (Idle) / 210 W (1/8 power)
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions
18.3 x 12.1 x 12.8" / 464.8 x 307.3 x 325.1 mm
Weight
20.9 lb / 9.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
25.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22 x 15 x 14"

Yamaha EMX 5 Reviews

See any errors on this page?

With the SPX effects, can you assign one effect ...

With the SPX effects, can you assign one effect to one channel and another effect to another channel, and so on?
Asked by: Rik
No unfortunately you can not, one effect will play on all channels , the only way to have different effects on each channels is to buy a digital mixing console.
Answered by: Raul
Date published: 2026-03-12

is this the upgraded version of Yamaha EMX512SC?

is this the upgraded version of Yamaha EMX512SC?
Asked by: Jose
Yes, the Yamaha EMX 5 12-Input Powered Mixer is the unit that succeeded the EMX512SC.
Answered by: Alex D
Date published: 2024-03-28

question

Can I connect wireless microphone with this Yamaha?
Asked by: Anonymous
Sure can. Use the mic or line inputs depending upon the outputs offered on the wireless receiver.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Can I use this mixer with my portable Yamaha PAS 500?
Asked by: Anonymous
The EMX5 is a powered mixer similar to the STAGEPAS mixer unit. The EMX5 does feature a line level stereo output that can be connected to the inputs on a unit such as the STAGEPAS 500.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2024-10-10

question

Does this mixer compactable with wireless microphone and use as karaoke mixer amp?
Asked by: Anonymous
You may connect a wireless microphone. This 12-channel mixer with four mono mic/line and four mono/stereo line input channels, supports a wide range of inputs.Use the two balanced 1/4 outputs for connecting to powered speakers or an additional amplifier.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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