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YamahaHS8 8" 120W Powered Studio Monitor (Each)

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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

HS8 is an active two-way nearfield monitor built around an 8-inch low-frequency driver and 1-inch high-frequency driver. With 120W output power, XLR and TRS inputs, and a ported enclosure, it is set up as a self-powered monitoring speaker rather than a passive cabinet. Acoustic Space Control, midrange EQ, and high-frequency trim offer response adjustments for the room and placement, keeping those choices accessible during mix work.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Nearfield mix monitoring where room and placement adjustments need to be made at the speaker.
  • Stereo monitoring setups built from two self-powered HS8 speakers.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Yamaha HS8 8" 120W Powered Studio Monitor (Each) construction detail

Detail 01

8-inch low-frequency driver and 1-inch high-frequency driver

The monitor uses a two-way driver layout.

Detail 02

38Hz–30kHz frequency response

Defines the monitor's stated response range.

Detail 03

XLR and TRS inputs

Provides both XLR and TRS input connections.

Detail 04

Acoustic Space Control

Offers a response adjustment for the monitoring environment.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01HS8 is sold as each; a stereo setup uses two monitors.
  2. 02Allow for its 9.8 x 15.4 x 13.1-inch dimensions and 22.5 weight.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Is the HS8 an active monitor?

Yes. It is specified as an active nearfield studio monitor with 120W output power.

02Which inputs are provided?

The HS8 has XLR and TRS inputs.

03Can its response be adjusted for a room?

Yes. It includes Acoustic Space Control, midrange EQ, and high-frequency trim adjustments.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

3 detailsSound
Low Frequency Driver
8 inch
Frequency Response
38Hz–30kHz
High Frequency Driver
1 inch
1 detailsPickups & controls
Acoustic Space Control
Yes
1 detailsBody & build
Color
Red
3 detailsConnections & power
Power Indicator
Yes
Output Power
120W
Input Connectors
XLR, TRS
4 detailsSize & weight
Weight
22.5
Depth
13.1 inch
Width
9.8 inch
Height
15.4 inch
1 detailsIn the box
Standby Mode
Info not available
7 detailsOther
Driver Type
Info not available
Configuration
Two-way
Max Peak SPL
Info not available
Enclosure Type
Ported
Size
Nearfield
System Type
Active
Amplifier Class
Info not available

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