Yamaha HS8 8 Powered Studio Monitor

The Yamaha HS8 is one of those monitors that tells you the truth, whether you like it or not. With an 8" woofer pushing serious low end and a precise 1" dome tweeter up top, it turns your desk or console into a reliable reference point that keeps your mixes honest.

Features

This 2-way bass-reflex, bi-amplified nearfield monitor is built to handle real-world studio demands. The 8" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter are powered by a dedicated 75W LF and 45W HF bi-amp system, giving you a total of 120W of clean, controlled power. That means tight lows, detailed mids, and clear highs that stay solid even when you turn it up.

On the back, ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM response controls let you fine-tune the speaker to your space, whether you’re up against a wall, in a tighter room, or trying to tame a bright environment. XLR and TRS phone jack inputs accept both balanced and unbalanced signals, so it drops straight into just about any studio setup with zero fuss.

Tone

The HS8 reaches down to 38Hz and all the way up to 30kHz, so you hear the full picture—from kick drum thump and bass guitar fundamentals to air, reverb tails, and harmonic detail. The low end feels solid and controlled rather than hyped, the mids sit right where you need them for vocals and guitars, and the top end stays crisp without getting harsh. It’s the kind of response that makes you trust what you’re hearing and commit to your mix decisions.

Specifications

• Model: Yamaha HS8
• Type: 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor
• Woofer: 8" cone
• Tweeter: 1" dome
• Frequency response: 38Hz - 30kHz
• Power amplification: 75W LF + 45W HF (bi-amp), 120W total
• Controls: ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM response controls
• Inputs: XLR and TRS phone jack inputs (accept balanced or unbalanced signals)