Key facts
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Model
- DMR8
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-07-03
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Yamaha DMR8 Digital Mixer/Recorder User Manual
The document serves as a comprehensive user guide for the Yamaha DMR8, covering its functions as both a recorder and a mixer. It details the device's capabilities in recording 8 PCM audio tracks alongside timecode and control tracks, utilizing YAMAHA M20P cassettes.
Key sections include detailed specifications for the recorder and mixer components, digital and analog I/O configurations, MIDI implementation charts, and specific instructions for tape transport performance and data management.
Yamaha DMR8 specifications
| Track configuration | 8 PCM audio tracks, 1 timecode track, 1 control track, 2 AUX (analog) tracks |
|---|---|
| Sampling frequency | 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32kHz |
| Dynamic range | 120dB |
| Quantization | 20 bit linear |
| Power consumption | 120W |
| Dimensions | 670.5(W) x 677.3(D) x 253.6(H)mm |
| Weight | Approx 31kg (68lbs) |
All Yamaha DMR8 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What type of tape does the DMR8 use?
The unit uses YAMAHA M20P cassettes, which are 8mm wide metal particle type tapes.
How long does it take to load or unload a tape?
Tape loading takes 5.5 seconds and tape unloading takes 2.0 seconds.
What type of tape does the DMR8 use?
The device uses YAMAHA M20P, an 8mm wide metal particle type cassette.
From: Yamaha DMR8 Digital Mixer/Recorder Technical Information Manual
What is the REC & PLAY time for the DMR8?
The recording and playback time is 20 minutes at 48kHz, 22 minutes at 44.1kHz, or 30 minutes at 32kHz.
From: Yamaha DMR8 Digital Mixer/Recorder Technical Information Manual
What equipment is required to record from analog sources on the DMR8?
An 8-channel AD converter, such as the YAMAHA AD8xX, is essential for recording from analog sources.
What amplifier is needed if microphones are used as sound sources?
A microphone amplifier like the YAMAHA HAS8x is required to bring the signal level up and provide phantom powering.