Yamaha HS8 Active Studio Monitor, Pair
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Key Features
- Accurate, flat response for reliable mixing decisions
- 8-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter with dedicated amplifiers
- 38Hz to 30kHz frequency range for extended low-end detail
- Room Control and High Trim for simple room adjustment
- Balanced XLR and TRS inputs for flexible connection
Yamaha HS8 Active Studio Monitor, Pair Overview
The Yamaha HS8 Active Studio Monitors (Pair) are nearfield monitors designed for accurate sound reproduction in recording, mixing, and production environments. Each monitor features an 8-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter in a two-way bi-amplified design, delivering a clear and balanced listening experience with extended low-end response.
A wide frequency range down to 38Hz allows you to hear more detail in bass-heavy material, making them well suited to critical listening tasks. Room Control and High Trim switches provide straightforward adjustment for different acoustic spaces, while balanced XLR and TRS inputs ensure easy integration with audio interfaces and studio equipment.
Product Ref: 320167
Full Description
View Full DescriptionAccurate monitoring for mixing and production
Designed to present your audio without added colour, the HS8 monitors provide a reliable reference for mixing and production work. Subtle changes in EQ, dynamics, and stereo placement remain clear, helping you make more confident decisions in both home and professional studio environments.
Extended low-end with controlled detail
Each monitor uses an 8-inch cone woofer to deliver deeper bass extension, making it easier to assess low-frequency content such as kick drums and bass lines. The bass-reflex design supports this range while maintaining control, helping avoid excessive boom when positioned correctly.
Clear high frequencies and balanced response
A 1-inch dome tweeter handles high-frequency reproduction with consistency and clarity. The waveguide design supports even dispersion, helping maintain a stable listening image and reducing harshness across the listening position.
Bi-amplified system for consistent performance
Each driver is powered independently to improve efficiency and balance. A 75W amplifier drives the woofer, while a 45W amplifier powers the tweeter, delivering 120W per monitor. This setup helps maintain clarity and definition, even at higher monitoring levels.
Simple room adjustment controls
Room Control and High Trim switches allow each monitor to be adjusted for its environment. Low-frequency build-up caused by placement near walls can be reduced, while high-frequency response can be fine-tuned to suit brighter or more absorbent rooms.
Reliable construction and flexible connectivity
Balanced XLR and TRS inputs make connection to audio interfaces, mixers, and other studio equipment straightforward. Each monitor also includes a rear-panel level control, while the MDF enclosure is designed to minimise unwanted resonance and keep playback focused.
Features
- Pair of 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitors
- 8-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter in each monitor
- 38Hz to 30kHz frequency response
- 120W output power per monitor (75W LF + 45W HF)
- Room Control and High Trim response controls
- Balanced XLR and TRS inputs
- Low-resonance MDF cabinet construction
- Suitable for mixing, editing, broadcast, and general studio monitoring
Specifications
- Product: Yamaha HS8 Active Studio Monitors, Pair
- System Type: 2-way bi-amplified powered studio monitor
- Frequency Response (-10dB): 38Hz - 30kHz
- Crossover Frequency: 2kHz
- Transducers: 8-inch cone LF, 1-inch dome HF
- Output Power: 120W per monitor (75W LF + 45W HF)
- Input Sensitivity / Impedance: -10dBu / 10k ohms
- Input Connectors: XLR3-31 type (balanced), TRS phone jack (balanced)
- Controls:
- Level control (+4dB centre click)
- High Trim switch (+/-2dB at HF)
- Room Control switch (0 / -2 / -4dB under 500Hz)
- Power Indicator: White LED
- Power Consumption: 60W (per monitor)
- Enclosure: Bass-reflex type, MDF
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 250 x 390 x 334 mm (per monitor)
- Weight: 10.2 kg (per monitor)
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