Description
Yamaha´s HS8 powered studio monitors represent the pinnacle of the brand´s nearfield monitor legacy. The HS8 combines cutting-edge components with Yamaha´s signature sound to provide an uncolored sonic reference for any studio. Featuring an 8" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter in an advanced bi-amplified configuration, the HS8 renders audio with stunning resolution across the frequency spectrum.
Legendary White Woofer Reproduces Pristine Low End
The HS8´s iconic white woofer has become an industry standard, trusted by audio professionals worldwide for its accurate bass response. Yamaha´s speaker engineering team optimized the woofer´s large magnet and suspension to minimize distortion and resonance, resulting in tight, controlled low end.
1" Dome Tweeter Reveals Microscopic Details
The HS8´s 1" dome tweeter features a smooth contour design that reduces high-frequency losses, allowing it to reproduce the subtlest sonic nuances with surgical precision. The tweeter´s sturdy frame also prevents unwanted resonance from muddying the high end. Combined, these design elements result in stunning high-frequency clarity and detail retrieval.
Bi-amplified Power Provides Optimal Headroom
The HS8 utilizes bi-amplification to separately power its woofer and tweeter, eliminating interaction between the drivers. This configuration also allows each amplifier to be tailored to its driver´s specific needs, enabling both units to perform at their best. The end result is an expansive dynamic range, minimal distortion, and a soundstage with pinpoint imaging.
Room Control Switch Compensates for Placement
Yamaha included a room control switch on the HS8 to account for bass buildup caused by close-wall placement. Engaging this switch restores accurate low-end response, ensuring you hear the true sound of your mix no matter where the monitors are positioned. Additional switches are provided for midrange and high-frequency adjustment, allowing you to fine-tune the HS8´s response to best suit your monitoring needs.
Features
General- Size:Nearfield
- System type: Active
- Configuration: 2-way
Drivers- Low-frequency driver: 8"
- Mid-frequency driver:Not applicable
- High-frequency driver: 1"
- Full-range driver: Not applicable
- Driver type: Info not available
Sound- Frequency response: 38Hz–30kHz
- Max peak SPL: Info not available
- Amplifier class: Info not available
- Output power: 120W
Onboard Features- Input connectors: XLR, TRS
- Standby mode: Info not available
- Acoustic space control: Yes
- Power indicator:Yes
Other- Width: 9.8"
- Height: 15.4"
- Depth: 13.1"
- Weight: 22.5 lb.
- Enclosure type: Ported
Specs
General- Size:Near-field
- System type: Active
- Configuration: 2-way
Drivers- Low-frequency driver: 8"
- Mid-frequency driver:Not applicable
- High-frequency driver: 1"
- Full-range driver: Not applicable
- Driver type: Info not available
Sound- Frequency response: 38Hz–30kHz
- Max peak SPL: Info not available
- Amplifier class: Info not available
- Output power: 120W
Onboard Features- Input connectors: XLR, TRS
- Standby mode: Info not available
- Acoustic space control: Yes
- Power indicator:Yes
Other- Width: 9.8"
- Height: 15.4"
- Depth: 13.1"
- Weight: 22.5 lb.
- Enclosure type: Ported





