Yamaha HS 5 MP
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Yamaha
HS 5 MP
Product Info
Article Number:
491259
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
HS 5 MP
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$416.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HS5MPs are a solid upgrade over the originals, particularly with the matched pair aspect. They offer a remarkably flat and transparent response, making them ideal for mixing and mastering, especially for producers and engineers working in smaller spaces or on a budget. The waveguide is a noticeable improvement, broadening the stereo image.
Product Description
- Yamaha HS 5 MP
- Active 2-Way Near-Field Monitors
- Matched Pair - limited special model
- Coordinated monitors for increased playback precision
- 5" Woofer (45 W) + 1" tweeter (25 W)
- 70-Watt Bi-Amp
- Bass reflex system
- Frequency range: 54 - 30000 Hz
- XLR input
- balanced
- 6.3 mm jack input
- balanced
- Input level adjustable
- Room control and high-trim tone control
- Dimensions per monitor (W x H x D): 170 x 285 x 222 mm
- Weight per monitor: 5.3 kg
- Package quantity: 1 Pair
PROS
- • Matched pair ensures exceptional stereo imaging and phase coherence.
- • The waveguide tweeter provides a wider sweet spot and improved off-axis response.
- • Robust MDF cabinet minimizes unwanted resonances and coloration.
- • XLR and balanced 6.3mm inputs offer flexibility for various setups.
CONS
- • High-frequency response can be fatiguing for some users over extended listening sessions.
- • Bass extension, while adequate, isn't truly deep for critical low-end monitoring.
- • The plastic enclosure feels a bit budget-conscious compared to higher-end monitors.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
5 in
Power (Watts)
45 + 25
Frequency Range
54 - 30000 Hz
Connections
XLR, 6.3 mm balanced jack
Weight
5.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the matched pair designation and waveguide tweeter offer noticeably improved stereo imaging and clarity, though the overall sonic character remains familiar.
The HS5MPs are generally considered more neutral and accurate than the Rokits, which tend to have a more colored sound profile, appealing to a wider range of mixing preferences.
These adjustments are subtle but helpful for tailoring the monitors' response to your room’s acoustics, preventing overly bright or boomy sounds.
