If you have a set of powered studio monitors from a brand that makes a matching subwoofer, you’re very likely better off getting the matching sub. (I’d never recommend getting a different sub to go with your Yamaha HS5 monitors, either.) The sound of this subwoofer is pretty on point. It offers a great deal of clarity for mid-range tones and bass. This speakers is a 2-way bass-reflew bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with 8" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter Please Note: The image depicted is merely representative of the bundle and variations might occur depending on the options you select.

Before we dive into the details of theYamahaHS8Ssub, there’s a more foundational question to ask: do you really need a subwoofer in the first place? Top-of-the-line quality. Your audio will be at its most precise state. Every part of the Yamaha monitor has been optimized to give you the most power over your music. Dome Tweeter: This is an efficient tweeter that gives you clarity and crispness with high-end output.In thisYamahaHS8Sreview, I’ll tell you exactly what I think about this product and answer the questions you might have about it. Ready to dive in? Let’s do it. First Question: Do You Really Need a Subwoofer for Your Home Studio Setup?

While it’s still possible to use the Hs8 in smaller rooms, it’s designed to work better where it has the space it needs. You might get overwhelmed or complain about the heaviness of low-frequency sounds. In most setups, one or the other will perform perfectly, eliminating the need for fussy calibration tools. Can You Use aYamahaHS8Swith Non-Yamaha Monitors?

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The sound is brilliant. At low volume they work perfectly well, just like normal computer speakers, but as you raise the volume, the sound remains perfectly clear to the point when it hurts your ears. The whole places shakes, but no distortion appears. Thats amazing. You likely won’t need a subwoofer if you’re running a pair of HS8 monitors, as the standalone low-end performance is so impressive - all the way down to 38Hz! Having a complete picture of all of your music’s frequencies, especially the bass, is key during mixing. The HS8 will convey exactly what’s going on with your lows, which will help you avoid overcompensating and crafting a muddy mix. Subwoofers take a lot of power, so it’s no surprise that theHS8Shas 150 watts of power coursing through its purpose-built low-frequency amplifier.