Combining the features of Yamaha's DM2000 and the PM1D, the PM5D is similarly designed and engineered. As a mid-priced digital console, complete with a true third generation operating system, it fits into Yamaha's range as a robust workhorse for all but the largest of sound reinforcement projects.
Orbital's sales and installations manager, Tom Byrne, explained: "The PM5D was enormously well received at the ABTT show by designers, producers and operators alike. As the PM1D's baby brother it boasts the same bullet-proof reliability. We anticipate its great success in theatreland as its operating interface and software builds on the PM1D's, making it second nature to operate for all those familiar to the other consoles in the Yamaha range. By cascading up to four PM5Ds or DM1000/2000 consoles, we have the capacity to offer 224 mixing channels or duplicate surfaces for multi-stage venues. In addition, the PM5D revealed its outstanding audio qualities at rigorous listening tests conducted recently at Orbital's HQ. Its sonic excellence, aided by the 24 bit 96 KHz d/a converters, eclipses the quality offered by desks priced at four times the cost of a PM5D."
Orbital also announced the recent arrival of another two PM5D consoles, which will now join the company's fleet of Yamaha desks.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
