Yamaha XMS12S8, 8-Channel Power Amplifier with DSP and Power Sharing, 1200W Total, Lo-Z/Hi-Z, 2U

Yamaha XMS12S8, 8-Channel Power Amplifier with DSP and Power Sharing, 1200W Total, Lo-Z/Hi-Z, 2U

The Yamaha XMS Series combines intelligent power management, onboard DSP, and flexible system control to simplify the design and operation of installed audio systems. With eight models covering analog and Dante inputs, four- and eight-channel configurations, and multiple output power options, the XMS Series gives system designers the flexibility to build solutions around the needs of each installation. At the heart of the XMS Series is its intelligent power sharing across groups of four output channels. Available power resources are dynamically distributed within each group, while ProVisionaire Design automatically configures the amplifier based on the selected Yamaha speakers. This eliminates manual power calculations and helps allocate the appropriate output to each channel. The integrated routing function further simplifies system design by allowing a single audio source to be distributed across multiple zones within each four-channel group without requiring additional hardware.

Yamaha speaker presets go beyond conventional EQ. Each preset incorporates optimized limiter settings designed to balance audio performance with long-term speaker protection. Through ProVisionaire Design, installers can access detailed parameter control across the entire XMS lineup while maintaining a consistent and scalable Commercial Installation Solutions (CIS) system design. On-site commissioning is made more convenient with the full-color front-panel LCD, which displays system status and key parameters without requiring a laptop. When an issue requires attention, an alert appears together with a QR code linking directly to corrective guidance, helping installation personnel quickly identify solutions and reduce troubleshooting time. Built for long-term professional installations, the Yamaha XMS Series brings together intelligent amplification, flexible routing, DSP processing, and practical commissioning tools to create scalable and dependable installed audio systems.

Features

• Power Sharing technology dynamically allocates amplifier power across channels for maximum flexibility and efficient system design.  
• Supports both Hi-Z and Lo-Z speaker configurations with per-channel settings.
• Available in 4-channel and 8-channel models with Dante and non-Dante versions.                                              
• Built-in DSP includes speaker processing, EQ, delay, limiter, and matrix routing capabilities.                                            
• Integrated matrix router enables flexible signal routing without requiring an external processor in many applications.                                               
• Unified workflow and simplified setup through Yamaha ProVisionaire Design software.                                    
• Compact, space-saving design with 4-channel models in a 1U chassis.
• Front-panel LCD and intuitive controls enable quick setup and monitoring directly from the amplifier.                                        
• Dante models support redundant and daisy-chain network configurations, plus AES67 and DDM compatibility.
• 8ch in 2U with built-in DSP
• Total output power 600W per 4ch
• Max output power 300W/ch at 4,8Ω when power sharing