Yamaha HS8

Powered Studio Monitor

Yamaha HS8 is an 8" powered nearfield studio monitor designed to deliver transparent, uncolored sound for professional mixing and music production. With bi-amplified power, precision-engineered drivers, and advanced enclosure design, the HS8 provides clear and accurate audio reproduction—making it a trusted choice in studios worldwide.

Yamaha HS8 Competitive Differences

• 120W bi-amplified power with 38Hz–30kHz frequency response
• Room Control and High Trim EQ settings for optimized acoustic performance

Yamaha HS8 Description

The Yamaha HS8 continues Yamaha’s legacy of studio monitoring excellence, building on the iconic design of the NS-10. Featuring an 8" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter, this active two-way monitor delivers exceptional accuracy with minimal coloration, making it ideal for critical listening, mixing, and mastering tasks. At the heart of the HS8’s performance is a bi-amplified Class AB system—75W for low frequencies and 45W for highs—ensuring that each driver operates with precision and clarity across the full frequency spectrum. A crossover point at 2kHz allows for smooth transitions between the lows and highs, while the extended frequency range of 38Hz to 30kHz makes it suitable for modern productions requiring detailed low-end monitoring. Yamaha's advanced magnetic circuit and custom mounting system reduce distortion and mechanical resonance, allowing the speaker to perform at its full potential. The rear-ported MDF enclosure further enhances bass response while minimizing unwanted noise and reflections. To accommodate different acoustic environments, the HS8 includes Room Control and High Trim switches on the rear panel. These EQ settings help tailor the monitor’s output to your mixing space, especially in untreated or confined rooms. Balanced XLR and TRS inputs support a variety of audio interfaces, mixers, and gear.

Model Features

• 8" woofer and 1" dome tweeter for full-range monitoring
• Bi-amped design with 120W total power (75W LF / 45W HF)
• Wide frequency response: 38Hz – 30kHz
• Rear ported MDF cabinet for enhanced low-frequency performance
• Advanced magnetic circuit design for consistent clarity
• Room Control and High Trim EQ switches for acoustic tuning
• Balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs

Model Specifications

• LF Driver: 8" cone
• HF Driver: 1" dome
• Total Power: 120W (75W LF + 45W HF)
• Frequency Response: 38Hz – 30kHz
• Crossover Frequency: 2kHz
• Input Connectors: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4" TRS (balanced)
• Enclosure: Rear ported MDF
• EQ Controls: Room Control, High Trim
• Dimensions: 15.4 x 9.8 x 13.1 in
• Weight: 22.5 lb
• Manufacturer Part Number: HS8

What's In The Box

• Yamaha HS8 studio monitor (single)
• IEC power cable
• Owner’s manual

Yamaha HS-8 (Yamaha HS 8 black)