Yamaha HS 8 SG

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Yamaha HS 8 SG

Yamaha

HS 8 SG

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 463836
Brand: Yamaha
Model: HS 8 SG
Price: $328.90

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These HS8 SGs are workhorses for a reason. They offer incredibly flat frequency response and decent imaging, making them great for critical mixing decisions. Ideal for home studios and project studios needing reliable, accurate monitors without breaking the bank.

Product Description

  • Yamaha HS 8 SG
  • Active 2-Way Nearfield Monitor
  • 8" Woofer (75 W) + 1" Tweeter (45 W)
  • Power: 120 W biamp
  • Bass reflex system
  • Frequency range: 38 Hz - 30
  • 000 Hz
  • Inputs: balanced XLR and 6.3 mm balanced jack
  • Adjustable input level
  • Room control and high trim response control
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 250 x 390 x 334 mm
  • Weight: 10.2 kg
  • Price per item
  • Colour: Grey
PROS
  • • Excellent transient response for detailed, accurate monitoring.
  • • The waveguide tweeter design provides a wider sweet spot.
  • • Robust MDF cabinet minimizes unwanted resonances and coloration.
  • • The SG variant’s acoustic space correction is genuinely useful.
CONS
  • • The bass can be overwhelming in smaller, untreated rooms.
  • • The high-frequency response might be fatiguing for some listeners.
  • • Limited connectivity beyond balanced XLR and TRS.

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Key Features

Woofer Size 8 in
Power (Watts) 120
Frequency Range 38 Hz - 30,000 Hz
Connections Balanced XLR, 6.3 mm Balanced Jack
Weight 10.2 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It provides attenuation settings to tame low-frequency buildup or high-frequency harshness based on your room’s acoustics, offering a quick fix for common issues.
While designed for nearfield, the waveguide helps mitigate some of the directivity issues at closer distances, but careful placement is still important.
The SG variant introduces the room control features and refined acoustic space correction, offering a more versatile solution for various environments.

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