Yamaha has announced the addition of further user-requested features to its DM3 series of digital mixing consoles, as well as third generation Rio3224-D3 and Rio1608-D3 input/output racks.
Version 3.0 is offered as a ‘significant’ firmware update for the compact DM3 series, adding an eight channel auto mixer for multi-participant speech and broadcast events and similar applications. The auto mixer is easy to set up, automatically optimising microphone gain distribution and reliably reducing background noise and feedback. This functionality means that operators do not need to ride multiple faders, reducing the margin for error in speech-based applications.
The new firmware also increases the flexibility of the DM3 series by adding full compatibility with Yamaha’s R series I/O racks. As well as delivering increased flexible standalone use in small-to-medium sized rigs, DM3 series mixers can now be integrated into larger configurations with DM7 and Rivage PM series digital mixing systems.
Yamaha is also launching the Dante-based Rio3224-D3 and Rio1608-D3 I/O racks. Built around the core concept of an input section, which captures stage sound with absolute precision, allowing the mixing engineer to adjust the fine details and creative elements of the sound, the latest versions deliver even lower noise levels and a wider dynamic range. The latest versions also feature improved functionality and energy economy, all while maintaining the high performance that the R series is renowned for.
A new headphone jack can be used for checking the input and output sound, as well as the audio assigned to the last two Dante receive channels, useful when building complex networks. An additional (third) network port on the rear panel also enables control and monitoring to be handled separately from Dante.
Each output port is now equipped with delay, phase and level adjustment functions, which are especially beneficial for systems based on Rivage PM series digital mixing systems. Power consumption is also 16 per cent lower than earlier units, delivering a more cost-efficient and environmentally friendly solution.
DM3 series v3.0 firmware will be available during February as a free download, while the Rio3224-D3 and Rio1608-D3 will ship during Q2 2025. Yamaha has also announced free firmware updates for Rivage PM, DM7 and CL/QL series digital mixing systems, which supports the new I/O racks.
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