Yamaha HS 7I W
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Yamaha
HS 7I W
Product Info
Article Number:
399385
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
HS 7I W
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$302.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These HS7Is are workhorses for a reason. They provide a very revealing, flat frequency response – fantastic for critical mixing and mastering where accuracy is paramount. Ideal for home studios or project studios needing a reliable, honest monitor without excessive coloration.
Product Description
- Yamaha HS 7I W
- Active 2-Way Near-Field Monitor
- Equipped with: 6.5" woofer (60 watt) + 1" tweeter (35 watt)
- Power: 95-Watt bi-amp
- Bass reflex system
- Frequency range: 43 - 30
- 000 Hz
- XLR input balanced
- 6.3 mm jack input balanced
- Adjustable input level
- Room Control and High-Trim sound control
- Mounting points on 4 sides
- Dimensions: 210 x 332 x 284 mm
- Weight: 8.7 kg
- Colour: White
*Note:* Price per speaker
PROS
- • Excellent transient response for accurate drum and percussion tracking.
- • The waveguide tweeter delivers surprisingly clean highs, avoiding harshness.
- • Robust MDF cabinet minimizes unwanted resonances and coloration.
- • Balanced XLR and TRS inputs offer flexibility for various studio setups.
CONS
- • The bass reflex design can be boomy in untreated rooms – room correction essential.
- • HS series has a somewhat 'clinical' sound; lacks warmth for some genres.
- • Limited connectivity; lacks optical or AES/EBU inputs for modern workflows.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
6.5 in
Power (Watts)
95
Frequency Range
43 - 30,000 Hz
Connections
XLR, 6.3 mm TRS (balanced)
Weight
8.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HS8Is offer noticeably deeper bass due to their larger woofer, but the HS7IWs provide a more controlled low-end response, particularly in smaller rooms.
They offer useful adjustments, but don't expect miracles. They’re best used in conjunction with acoustic treatment for optimal results.
It's purely cosmetic; the white finish doesn't impact the sound or performance of the speakers.
