Yamaha HS 8 W

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Yamaha HS 8 W

Yamaha

HS 8 W

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 332193
Brand: Yamaha
Model: HS 8 W
Price: $328.90

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The HS8W is a workhorse monitor – a great value for serious home studios and project recording. Its honest, slightly revealing sound is perfect for identifying and correcting issues in your mixes; just be mindful of the high-end brightness and room acoustics. These are ideal for producers and engineers who need accurate monitoring without a premium-priced investment.

Product Description

  • Yamaha HS 8 W
  • 2-Way active nearfield monitor
  • 8" Cone woofer (75 W)
  • 1" Dome tweeter (45 W)
  • 120 W Bi-Amp
  • Bass-Reflex System
  • Frequency response: 38 Hz - 30 kHz
  • 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): 250 x 390 x 334 mm
  • Weight: 10
  • 2 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Price per piece
PROS
  • • Detailed midrange imaging crucial for critical mixing decisions
  • • Robust waveguide design minimizes diffraction and enhances stereo imaging
  • • Solid bass extension for accurate low-frequency monitoring
  • • Well-damped cabinet reduces unwanted resonances and coloration
CONS
  • • High-frequency response can be fatiguing over extended listening sessions
  • • Bass-reflex design requires careful room placement to avoid boominess
  • • Limited input options compared to some higher-end studio monitors

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Key Features

Woofer Size 8 in
Power (Watts) 120
Frequency Range 38 Hz - 30 kHz
Connections XLR, 6.3 mm balanced jack
Weight 10.2 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'W' version offers improved waveguide design for better stereo imaging and a slightly more refined high-frequency response compared to the original HS8.
While they can work, the HS8W’s substantial low-end response is best served in rooms of moderate size to avoid excessive bass buildup. Careful placement and room treatment are key.
Yes, these controls provide noticeable adjustments to bass response and high-frequency output, allowing for some tailoring to your specific acoustic environment, but are best used for subtle corrections.

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