Used Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH
Used Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH consoles are large-format digital live-sound mixing desks from Yamaha's top-line PM series, combining 96-kHz/32-bit processing, extensive I/O and built-in VCM effects in a relatively compact, lightweight system. The RH variant adds head-amp recall capability, allowing gain settings to be stored alongside full scene data. Browse second-hand Yamaha PM5D and PM5D RH listings currently available by scrolling down.
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Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Segment | Audio |
| Typical used price | $3,983 (range $3,414–$8,319) |
About the Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH
The Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH is a digital mixing console from Yamaha's top-line PM live-sound series, offering extraordinary sound and versatility in a relatively small, lightweight form. Both versions provide 48 mono and 4 stereo inputs, 24 mix buses, 2 stereo outputs and 8 matrix outputs, powered by a custom DSP7 LSI for ultra-high-speed 96-kHz/32-bit processing. The PM5D RH adds recallable head amplifiers, storing gain settings within console scene data. I/O capacity can be doubled or tripled by adding rack-mountable DSP5D units. Built-in VCM (Virtual Circuit Modeling) effects, 8 multi-effect processors and 12 graphic equalizers are included, alongside a virtual soundcheck function with individually assignable channels that requires no complex re-patching.
Yamaha PM5D / PM5D RH — buyer FAQs
What is the Yamaha PM5D and how does the PM5D RH differ from the standard version?
The Yamaha PM5D is a large-format digital live-sound mixing console from Yamaha's top-line PM series, offering 48 mono and 4 stereo inputs, 24 mix buses, 2 stereo outputs and 8 matrix outputs, with 96-kHz/32-bit processing via a custom DSP7 LSI. The PM5D RH adds recallable head amplifiers, meaning head-amp gain settings are stored and recalled as part of each console scene, removing the need to reset gain levels manually between shows.
Who makes the PM5D and where does it sit in the Yamaha console range?
The PM5D is made by Yamaha, a Japanese pro audio manufacturer with a history in professional mixing consoles stretching back to its 1972 PM Series. Within Yamaha's lineup, the PM5D belongs to the top-line PM digital live-sound series, sitting above the DSP5D, which is a rack-mountable unit designed to expand the PM5D's I/O capacity rather than replace it.
Can the I/O capacity of the Yamaha PM5D be expanded?
Yes. The PM5D's I/O capacity and functionality can be doubled or tripled by connecting one or two rack-mountable DSP5D Digital Mixing Systems. This modular approach allows the console to scale for larger productions without replacing the core surface, making it a flexible choice where input counts may vary between events.
What built-in processing does the Yamaha PM5D include?
The PM5D includes 8 multi-effect processors and 12 graphic equalizers as standard, alongside built-in VCM (Virtual Circuit Modeling) effects that simulate classic signal processing gear. All processing runs through Yamaha's custom DSP7 LSI at 96 kHz and 32-bit depth. A virtual soundcheck function with individually assignable channels is also built in, requiring no complex re-patching.
What should I check when buying a used Yamaha PM5D or PM5D RH?
Confirm whether the unit is a standard PM5D or the PM5D RH, since the RH variant includes recallable head amplifiers which affect workflow significantly. Check that all inputs, mix buses and matrix outputs are functioning, and verify whether any DSP5D expansion units are included. Used condition, age and configuration all affect value. Every listing on this page carries a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults; the buying guide at 10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/ covers the full process.
