Yamaha HS8 Active Studio Monitor

Full Description

Accurate monitoring for mixing and production

Designed to present your audio without added colour, the HS8 gives a reliable reference point for mixing and production work. Subtle changes in EQ, dynamics, and stereo placement remain easy to hear, helping you make adjustments with greater confidence. This level of accuracy makes it suitable for both home studios and more demanding professional environments.

Extended low-end with controlled detail

An 8-inch cone woofer provides deeper bass extension compared to smaller monitors in the range, making it easier to judge low-frequency content such as kick drums and bass lines. The bass-reflex design supports this low-end response while maintaining control, avoiding excessive boom or muddiness when properly positioned.

Clear high frequencies and balanced response

The 1-inch dome tweeter is designed to deliver smooth and consistent high-frequency reproduction. A carefully shaped waveguide helps maintain even dispersion, so high-end detail remains clear across the listening position without becoming harsh or exaggerated.

Bi-amplified system for consistent performance

Each driver is powered by its own dedicated amplifier to improve efficiency and overall balance. A 75W amplifier drives the woofer, while a 45W amplifier powers the tweeter, delivering a combined 120W output. This separation helps maintain clarity and definition, even when monitoring at higher volumes.

Simple room adjustment controls

Rear-panel Room Control and High Trim switches allow you to tailor the monitor’s response to your environment. Low-frequency build-up caused by wall placement can be reduced, while high-frequency response can be adjusted to suit brighter or more absorbent rooms, helping create a more consistent listening reference.

Reliable construction and flexible connectivity

Balanced XLR and TRS inputs make integration with audio interfaces, mixers, and other studio equipment straightforward. The rear panel also includes a level control for quick adjustments, while the MDF enclosure is designed to reduce unwanted resonance and keep playback focused and controlled.

Features

• 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor
• 8-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter
• 38Hz to 30kHz frequency response
• 120W total output power (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 Monitor
• 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 total (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
• Enclosure: Bass-reflex type, MDF
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 250 x 390 x 334 mm
• Weight: 10.2 kg