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Yamaha HS8 8-Inch Studio Monitor Pair - Black

by Yamaha
Original price $797.98 - Original price $797.98
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Get Exceptional Accuracy To An Even Greater Variety Of Recording Environments - The Yamaha HS8 8-Inch Studio Monitor Pair - Black

Ever since the 1970's the iconic white woofer and signature sound of Yamaha's nearfield reference monitors have become a genuine industry standard for a reason - their accuracy. Unlike studio monitors with added bass or treble frequencies which may sound more flattering at first, HS Series speakers were designed to give you the most honest, precise reference possible, providing an ideal sonic platform to build on throughout the mixing process. By combining acquired knowledge and expertise with state-of-the-art sound technologies, Yamaha's speaker engineering team has examined, then optimized, every aspect that has contributed to making these monitors the most trusted in the business. The second generation HS Series also adds a new 6.5" model to the lineup.


  • 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with 8" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter
  • 38Hz - 30kHz frequency response
  • 75W LF plus 45W HF bi-amp system for high-performance 120W power amplification
  • ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM response controls
  • XLR and TRS phone jack inputs accept balanced or unbalanced signals
  • Speaker type: 2-way bi-amp powered studio monitor
  • Frequency range (-10dB): 38Hz - 30kHz


Sound Philosophy Of HS Series Studio Monitors

When selecting studio reference monitors for mixing and music production, one consideration takes precedence above all others - accuracy. Beginning with the legendary NS-10M, and continuing with the MSP and previous HS Series, this new lineup shares a design philosophy that emphasizes sonic purity without any coloring or alternation of the original sound. While many manufacturers seek to enhance the sound of their monitors to make them sound impressive, Yamaha studio monitors are designed to achieve the best possible mix by ensuring that the sound from your speakers is true to the original. HS Series nearfield reference monitors are the embodiment of this philosophy, delivering a concise sound image, high resolution, and flat response.

Newly Developed Transducers

The HS Series features newly developed transducers that achieve astonishingly smooth response over a wide range of bandwidth. These transducers utilize an advanced magnetic field design that regulates the flow of magnetic response to provide seamless, natural sonic transitions. Each component's materials and design were carefully re-examined, then optimized, to drastically improve the accuracy of signal reproduction throughout the audio spectrum.

Drivers

The HS Series features a newly designed, highly efficient 1" dome tweeter that extends the usable frequency range considerably and delivers superb high-resolution sound. Utilizing a thick wave guide designed to minimize vibration the new tweeter is able to deliver smooth, distortion-free high end up to 30 kHz. With newly designed, ultra-responsive woofers that utilize large, carefully selected magnets, HS Series monitors produce low distortion sound with a well-defined bottom end at any output level. All of the components in these high-power woofers, including the woofer ring and the basket, further contribute to the HS Series' stunning bass while providing clear, accurate mids.

Low Resonance Enclosure Design

HS Series cabinets are designed to eliminate unwanted resonance and increase the accuracy of sound reproduction to their extreme limit. The enclosures are constructed from a very dense and resilient MDF with a damped acoustic response that is perfectly suited for reference monitors. Drawing from Yamaha's over 100 years of piano design experience, HS Series engineers also employed a traditional three-way mitered-joint technique. Common to architectural design this construction firmly anchors the corners of the enclosure to dramatically improve durability and eliminate unwanted resonance that can influence overall sound.

Cutting Edge Noise Reduction Technology

Speaker port design can greatly influence the clarity of overall sound. Often a vortex at either end of the port can generate air vibrations inside of the port, causing unwanted noise.


SPECIFICATIONS

  • Speaker Type: 2-way bi-amp powered studio monitor
  • Frequency Range (-10dB): 38Hz - 30kHz
  • Components
    • LF: 8" cone
    • HF: 1" dome
  • Crossover: 2kHz
  • Output Power: 120W (LF:75W, HF:45W)
  • Input Connections: XLR3-31 type (balanced), PHONE (balanced)
  • Power Consumption: 60W
  • Shape: Bass-reflex type
  • Cabinet Material: MDF
  • Others
    • LEVEL control (+4dB/center click)
    • HIGH TRIM switch (+/- 2dB at HF)
    • ROOM CONTROL switch (0/-2/-4 dB under 500Hz)

Weight and Dimensions

  • Dimensions
    • W: 250mm (9.8")
    • H: 390mm (15.4")
    • D: 334mm (13.1")
  • Net Weight: 10.2kg


Manufacturer: Yamaha
Model: HS8 + HS8
SKU: I786915-N-4-WHXE


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