Yamaha HS 8S

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Yamaha HS 8S

Yamaha

HS 8S

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Product Info

Article Number: 313059
Brand: Yamaha
Model: HS 8S
Category: Subwoofers
Price: $577.50

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The HS 8S is a workhorse subwoofer – a real extension of the HS series monitors. It delivers clean, powerful low-end that’s perfect for mixing music across genres, especially those needing accurate, impactful bass like rock, pop, and acoustic music. It’s a great option for home studios or smaller professional environments where a full-sized subwoofer is needed.

Product Description

  • Yamaha HS 8S
  • Active 8" Bass Reflex Subwoofer
  • 150 Watt
  • Frequency response: 22 Hz - 150 Hz
  • Low-cut switch
  • Low-cut control (80 - 120 Hz)
  • High-cut control (80 - 120 Hz)
  • Phase switch
  • Inputs: XLR
  • Outputs: XLR L / R and XLR for external sub
  • Dimensions: 300 x 350 x 389 mm
  • Weight: 12.5 kg
PROS
  • • Solid MDF construction minimizes unwanted cabinet resonances.
  • • Yamaha's waveguide design delivers a wide, controlled sweet spot.
  • • The integrated low-cut filter is genuinely useful for mixing.
  • • Powerful 150W amplifier handles dynamic material with ease.
CONS
  • • Limited frequency extension below 22Hz might disappoint electronic producers.
  • • The aesthetic is functional, but not particularly stylish.
  • • Relatively heavy, making placement and transport a bit cumbersome.

Product Video

Key Features

Woofer Size 8 in
Power (Watts) 150
Frequency Range 22 Hz - 150 Hz
Crossover Integrated low-cut/high-cut filters
Connections XLR, XLR L/R, XLR Sub Out
Weight 12.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It prioritizes accuracy and integration with the HS series; it won’t shake your room like a massive club sub, but it’s excellent for detailed mixing.
While versatile, it's most beneficial for genres where you want to carefully control the sub-bass frequencies and avoid muddiness.
You’ll need standard XLR cables to connect the HS 8S to your Yamaha HS monitors or other audio interfaces.

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