The Industry Standard for Accurate Monitoring: Yamaha HS8
Ever since the 1970s, the iconic white woofer and signature sound of Yamaha's nearfield reference monitors have become a genuine industry standard for one simple reason: their accuracy. Unlike studio monitors with added bass or treble frequencies which may sound more flattering at first, the HS8 was designed to give you the most honest, precise reference possible, providing an ideal sonic platform to build on throughout the mixing process.
The HS8 is a 2-way bass-reflex, bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with an 8" cone woofer and a 1" dome tweeter. This high-performance system is driven by a 120W bi-amp system (75W LF, 45W HF), delivering a powerful and flat response from 38Hz up to 30kHz. The newly designed transducers achieve an astonishingly smooth response over a wide bandwidth, while the advanced magnetic field design provides seamless, natural sonic transitions.
Engineered to eliminate unwanted resonance, the HS8 features a dense MDF enclosure with a three-way mitered-joint technique, and a unique port design that reduces audible noise. With ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM response controls, you can tailor the monitor to your specific room acoustics, ensuring you get a reliable and accurate mix in any environment.
Key Features:
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2-Way Bi-Amped Powered Studio Monitor: A high-performance monitor with an 8" cone woofer and a 1" dome tweeter for accurate, flat sound reproduction.
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120W of High-Performance Amplification: A 75W LF and 45W HF bi-amp system is perfectly matched to the woofer and tweeter for a consistently high-resolution sound.
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Wide Frequency Response: Delivers an impressive frequency range of 38Hz to 30kHz for detailed monitoring across the entire audio spectrum.
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Low Resonance Enclosure Design: A dense MDF cabinet is designed to kill unwanted resonances that can influence sound.
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Advanced Noise Reduction Technology: Yamaha's proprietary port design reduces audible noise up to 6dB for an even cleaner sound.
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Room Control and High Trim: Response controls allow you to tailor the monitor's output for optimal response in any room.
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Versatile Connectivity: XLR and TRS phone jack inputs accept both balanced and unbalanced signals for easy integration into any setup.
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Iconic Design: The signature white-coned woofer is an instantly recognizable symbol of industry-standard monitoring quality.
Technical Specifications:
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Speaker Type: 2-way bi-amp powered studio monitor
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Frequency Range (-10dB): 38Hz - 30kHz
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Components:
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LF: 8" cone
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HF: 1" dome
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Crossover: 2kHz
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Output Power: 120W (LF:75W, HF:45W)
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I/O Connectors: XLR3-31 type (balanced), PHONE (balanced)
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Power Consumption: 60W
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Cabinet Material: MDF
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Dimensions (W x H x D): 9.8" x 15.4" x 13.1" (250 x 390 x 334 mm)
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Net Weight: 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg)
What's in the box:
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HS8 Powered Studio Monitor
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Power cord
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Owner's Manual
