Yamaha HS 5 W
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Yamaha
HS 5 W
Product Info
Article Number:
332188
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
HS 5 W
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$193.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HS5W is a solid, reliable monitor for critical listening and mixing. It’s a workhorse, delivering accurate representation – perfect for engineers, producers, and serious hobbyists who prioritize neutrality over a 'fun' listening experience. Don't expect it to rock your living room; it's built for the studio.
Product Description
- Yamaha HS 5 W
- 2-Way active nearfield monitor
- 5" Cone woofer (45W) + 1" dome tweeter (25W)
- Power: 70W
- Bi-Amp
- Bass-reflex system
- Frequency response: 54 to 30.000 Hz
- Balanced XLR input
- Balanced 6.3 mm jack input
- Input levels adjustable
- Room control and high trim response controls
- Dimensions: (W x H x D): 170 x 285 x 222 mm
- Weight: 5
- 3 kg
- Colour: White
- Price per piece
PROS
- • Excellent transient response for accurate drum and percussion tracking.
- • Bi-amp design delivers clean separation between woofer and tweeter.
- • The waveguide tweeter minimizes diffraction and provides a wider sweet spot.
- • Compact size makes it ideal for smaller project studios or bedrooms.
CONS
- • The bass-reflex design can be 'boxy' in very small, untreated rooms.
- • HS series is known for a relatively 'flat' and uncolored sound - not for casual listening.
- • Limited connectivity – lacks RCA inputs, relying solely on balanced/unbalanced line level.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
5 in
Power (Watts)
70
Frequency Range
54 to 30000 Hz
Connections
XLR, 6.3 mm jack
Weight
5.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'W' version is a subtle refinement, primarily offering improved waveguide design for better off-axis response and a slightly more extended frequency range.
Not necessarily – it allows you to hear your mix accurately, but you may need to add character with plugins or EQ after the fact.
While technically usable for casual listening, the HS5W's neutral sound signature isn't designed for enjoyment; it prioritizes accuracy over pleasing tonal qualities.
