The Yamaha DA824 is a professional-grade 8-channel digital-to-analogue converter designed for studios and production environments requiring high-quality, multi-channel audio output. Housed in a 2U rackmount chassis, the DA824 delivers precise 24-bit conversion at up to 48 kHz, ensuring clean, detailed analogue reproduction from digital sources.
The Yamaha DA824 offers extensive output connectivity, with each of the eight channels featuring both balanced XLR and 1/4″ TRS connectors, providing flexible integration into a wide variety of setups. Output level is independently adjustable per channel, with selectable maximum output levels of +4 dBm, +15 dBm, +18 dBm, or +24 dBm, allowing precise matching with downstream equipment.
Versatility is a core feature of the Yamaha DA824. The rear panel includes an expansion slot compatible with Yamaha’s Mini-YGDAI format, supporting optional interface cards for AES/EBU, ADAT, and TASCAM digital formats. This enables the DA824 to adapt to different studio environments and workflows, making it an ideal solution for both fixed installations and dynamic production setups.
Additional professional features include a dedicated word clock input and thru connector, ensuring accurate synchronisation in digital systems. Signal status LEDs on the front panel indicate signal presence, nominal level, and peak level for each channel, providing at-a-glance monitoring and visual confidence during operation.
The Yamaha DA824 measures 480mm x 97.5mm x 366.8mm and weighs 7.5kg, making it compact yet solidly built for reliable long-term use in demanding studio applications. Combining Yamaha’s renowned digital audio expertise with flexible interfacing and robust construction, the Yamaha DA824 is a dependable choice for high-quality 8-channel D/A conversion.
Features
- 2U size.
- 8-channel 24-bit digital-to-analog converters.
- Balanced XLR and 1/4″ phone jack output connectors.
- Maximum +4, +15, +18, or +24 dBm output level individually selectable for each channel.
- Expansion slot supports optional Mini-YGDAI cards for AES/EBU, ADAT and TASCAM digital formta.
- Word clock input and thru connectors.
- Signal, nominal, and peak LED indicators.
