Gearank High Notes
- 2022.07: Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
- 2022.02: Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
- 2021.09: Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
- 2020.09: Equal Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
- 2019.10: Equal Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
- 2018.04: Equal Highest Rated Studio Monitor between $300 and $500
Gearank Recommended
The HS8 appeared on our recommended list for Studio Monitors when we first published it in February 2016 and it’s remained there ever since.
It became the equal highest rated in the $300 to $500 price category in April 2018 then took the top ranking in September 2021 where it remains today.
| Website | Source | *Rating Value |
| Lance Tingey | Lance Tingey | 94/100 |
| Gearspace | gasolin | 90/100 |
| Gearspace | Zack Daniels | 100/100 |
| Music Radar | Trevor Curwen | 90/100 |
| Perfect Acoustic | Editor | 96/100 |
*Displayed values are prior to adjustments made by the Gearank Algorithm when evaluating the source.
Specifications
- Driver: 8″ Woofer, 1″ Dome Tweeter
- Amplifier: 75W LF, 45W HF
- Inputs: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4″ (TS)
- Frequency Response: 38Hz to 30kHz
- Crossover Frequency: 2kHz
- Enclosure: Ported
- Controls: Level Knob, Room Control Switch, High Trim Switch
- Dimensions: 9.8″ x 15.4″ x 13.1″
- Weight: 22.5 lbs.
Support
Frequency Response Chart
Demo
The following video provides a good overview of the Yamaha HS8:
