The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor is a 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with 8-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter. Designed to give you the exceptional accuracy, the HS8 provides an ideal sonic platform to build on throughout the mixing process in a variety of recording environments.
The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor delivers an accurate, detailed reproduction of the source. The response-tailoring controls match speaker output to a wide range of acoustic spaces. In addition to studio standard XLR connectors, the Yamaha HS8 features phone jacks which allow direct connection of electronic musical instruments and other sources.
Sound Philosophy
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 Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor 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. The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor is the embodiment of this philosophy, delivering a concise sound image, high resolution, and flat response.
Newly Developed Transducers
The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor 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.
Tweeter
The Yamaha HS8 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.
Woofer
With newly designed, ultra-responsive woofers that utilize large, carefully selected magnets, the Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor produces 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.
High Performance Amp Unit
The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor employs an amplifier unit perfectly matched to the transducers utilized. Featuring a bi-amp design with a separate dedicated amp for both the woofer and the tweeter, this amplifier unit ensures that the Yamaha HS8 Speaker consistently delivers high-resolution sound with exceptionally flat response across the sound spectrum.
Low Resonance Enclosure Design
The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor 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, the Yamaha HS8 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 the either end of the port can generate air vibrations inside of the port, causing unwanted noise. By adopting an advanced noise reduction technology that incorporates a thorough analysis of a visual representation of the sound, Yamaha's engineers are able to control and reduce the vortex. Through this in-depth analysis Yamaha has arrived at the ideal port design, resulting in a reduction of audible noise up to 6dB. The utilization of this state-of-the-art technology allows the Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor to meet the demands of more strict professional production environments.
Controls and Connectivity
The Yamaha HS8 features two response controls with detailed settings that allow them to adapt to the surface acoustics of rooms of varying shape and size. ROOM CONTROL allows you to attenuate the unnatural, exaggerated low-end that can often occur when speakers are placed next to walls, while HIGH TRIM allows for more flexible control of high frequency response. For inputs, the Yamaha HS8 can accommodate a wide range of balanced and unbalanced sources such as mixers, keyboards and audio interfaces with XLR and TRS phone jacks. With the Yamaha HS8S Subwoofer, HIGH CUT control sets the cutoff frequency of subwoofer output high-frequency attenuation from 80Hz to 120Hz, while PHASE switch adjusts the phase of the subwoofer output. The LOW CUT switch and LOW CUT controls enables attenuation of low frequencies for output between 80Hz and 120Hz. The Yamaha HS8S subwoofer is equipped with XLR and TRS phone jack inputs and for outputs XLR for L and R and EXT SUB out.
Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor Features
- 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
Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor Specifications
- Speaker Type: 2-Way Bi-Amp Powered Studio Monitor
- Frequency Range (-10 dB): 38 Hz - 30 kHz
- Components:
- LF: 8" Cone
- HF: 1" Dome
- Crossover: 2 kHz
- Output Power: 120 W (LF: 75 W, HF: 45 W)
- Input/Output Connectors: XLR3-31 Type (Balanced), Phone (Balanced)
- Power Consumption: 60 Watt
- Shape: Bass-Reflex Type
- Cabinet Material: MDF
- Dimensions:
- Width: 250 mm (9.8")
- Height: 390 mm (15.4")
- Depth: 334 mm (13.1")
- Net weight:10.2 kg (22.5 lbs.)
- Others: Level Control (+4 dB / Center Click) , EQ: High Trim Switch (+/- 2 dB at HF) / Room Control Switch (0/-2/-4 dB Under 500 Hz)
Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor Includes
- 1x Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor
- 1x Power Cord
- 1x Owners Manual
- 2 Year Warranty
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The New NS10 For Me!!!
Dec 14th 2020I have been using NS-10s for years and with the advancement of music and technology, we needed a new common standard from a cheaper monitor... these are the absolute answer for me. I have a pair of these in each of the rooms I work in just to be able to double check mixes and productions. These have become a studio staple for me!
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Great Monitor
Oct 10th 2020Really great sound and a step up on the Yamaha HS5...the larger cone provides for better sound. EQ is flat and natural bass makes for great studio mixing.
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Amazing Studio Montiors!
Nov 23rd 2015My producer had the previous versions of this studio monitors. After LOVING his speakers for the last few years, I finally picked up a pair for my home studio. These things sound amazing! Everything is so crisp!
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Blows away the rest
Jun 7th 2011I had the HS80Ms lined up in my studio against 3 pairs of much more expensive competitors. The difference was huge, and I was always favoring these monitors over the rest. The mid range has great definition and there is not a bad representation of sub bass if you get them in the right spot in your room. It made many of the others sound muddy, especially in the treble and mids. In terms of value for money, you really cant go wrong with these.
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Big speakers, Near field
Jun 10th 2010Value for money. I have a small studio, but the HS50s were a little too thin for my liking, but these are perfect for my small set up. They aren't exactly flat, but are really good for the price, with oodles of dynamic range, especially at the bottom end. I fight the temptation to mix louder than I should, because they sound so huge. These yamahas are the best monitors money can buy under 1000
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Good Sound Advice
Jan 23rd 2010I was looking for entry-level monitors that wouldn't break the bank and the gyts at Front End Audio recommended the HS80M. These monitors are almost mid-field but work very well for near-field, at least for my room. HUGE sound, BIG sweet spot. These are on par with hi-fi, IMO. Pure, clean sound on the highs with no distortion, and the bottom is nice. There seems to be a little falling out in the low mids but not much, get the matching HS10W and it's all good. If you're looking for monitors below $1000, this is it. Thanks again for the recommendation!
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