THE PINNACLE OF THE PM SERIES
In the 30 years or so that have elapsed since the field of "sound reinforcement" began to evolve from the simple PA systems that were the norm throughout the 60's and early 70's, Yamaha has made significant strides forward. The very first PM console, introduced way back in '72, was a front-line contender in the field with superior performance and features. The PM1000 and then the PM2000 set new standards of quality. The PM4000 became the de-facto industry standard. Each new model in the PM series has traditionally built upon and augmented the strengths of its predecessor, adding new features and functionality that became the templates that others would follow - the matrix mix system introduced on the PM1000 and the PM3000's VCAs are perfect examples. In a sense, Yamaha has led the field of modern console design and production all the way. The same can be said of the incredible PM1D all-digital console, which has essentially defined the role of digital technology in sound reinforcement for the foreseeable future. The evolution continues to this day.
The PM5000 is simply the most advanced analog sound reinforcement console in its class. It is a "pure analog" console in the audio sense, and it borrows freely from the world of digital technology to give you unprecedented control flexibility and efficiency. The PM5000 is the culmination of Yamaha's extensive experience and expertise in many areas — professional console design and production, control interface design, and of course sound itself. There's really only one choice if you need the best in terms of capacity, versatility, reliability, and most importantly, unmatched sound quality: the Yamaha PM5000.
...in stereo with a dedicated center cluster; not necessarily LCR So my idea was a Yamaha PM4000 at FOH and a PM5000 at Monitor Land. All the FOH speakers would be mixed from the PM4000's matrix. Any input would be much appreciated Thanks!
...look into threads here on the Yamaha PM1D which will give you 320 mic pres (their best from the analog PM5000 desk) with A to D converter inputs along with 224 D to A converters outputs connections per brain module unit. You can add the same with another brain unit connected for even...
...at any time. But you just can't do that on nearly all digital consoles now. I have to agree, Yamaha PM4000, PM5000 and more have been largely forgotten but they were up there with the other big names, they were fantastic machines. I had a PM4000 to mix on for the local opening band for...
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