It has a power of 95 watts, of which the subwoofer delivers 60 watts and the tweeter is responsible for 35 watts. The highly efficient 1“ dome tweeter featured in each of the HS Series speakers extends the usable frequency range, delivering high-resolution sound. For decades, Yamaha has been one of the world’s best-known manufacturers of musical instruments and audio technology.

I decided to go for studio monitors mainly to avoid external amplifiers and compared to commercial compact systems, audio quality is off the roof. The level control has a centre detent which is useful for getting the level perfectly balanced between the two monitors (providing they’re set up in an ideal location), and is a suitable level to obtain high output with most mixers or interfaces.

Direct connection to a Mac with a basic stereo cable, connected to a mixer and then to a Mac and a turntable and also with a TV. 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.

The HS8 features a newly designed, highly efficient 1" dome tweeter that extends the usable frequency range considerably and delivers superb high-resolution sound. There are three models in the range – the HS5, HS7 and HS8, with installation versions of each denoted by an I in the model. They also won’t respond well to a poor mix, so if you tend to push the levels or produce an overly bright mix the HS8s will certainly convey that. I currently own KRK Rokit 6 G2 and as an upgrade set of monitors even the Presonus Eris E8 sounded far better than the Yamaha monitors. I'm so glad I went for the HS8's rather than a smaller model as these things present bass with a weight and authority that is truly satisfying, plus there really is no need for a sub!We'll never send you spam, we won't sell your information or share it with any 3rd parties, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

You have the option of receiving a full refund / exchange within 14 days, or, exchange / credit only within 30 days.With a suitable monitor controller, you can listen to your work on two different pairs of speakers and better assess the quality of your mix. Featuring a bi-amp design with a separate dedicated amp for both the woofer and the tweeter, this amplifier unit ensures that the HS8 Active Monitor Speaker consistently delivers high-resolution sound with exceptionally flat response across the sound spectrum. 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. This massive boxes are built and designed very good, the only thing that is silly is the controls on the back.