Yamaha HS8S – 8″ Powered Studio Subwoofer
The Yamaha HS8S is designed to extend and enhance your near-field monitoring system with accurate, deep bass reproduction. Built from dense MDF with a low-resonance enclosure, strategic port design, and a 150 W amplifier, it integrates seamlessly into studio setups and helps you hear—and mix—what’s really in your tracks.
Key Features
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150 W Class-D amplifier: Quiet, efficient power dedicated to low frequencies for precise response.
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8″ cone woofer: Delivers solid, controlled bass down to 22 Hz (–10 dB).
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Low-resonance MDF cabinet: Rigid construction with mitered joints and damping to reduce coloration.
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Noise-reduced port design: Minimizes turbulence and port noise by reducing vortex effects by up to 6 dB.
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High-cut / Low-cut filters (80–120 Hz): Lets you shape the subwoofer output to match your monitors and room.
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Phase switch: Normal / Reverse to align with your full-range monitors for tight integration.
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Flexible I/O: Dual XLR + TRS inputs, stereo XLR L/R outputs, and an EXT SUB output for chaining additional subs.
Customer Benefits
The HS8S lets you hear the full bass spectrum with confidence. By handling the lowest frequencies, it relieves your main monitors from stress, enabling them to perform more accurately in their range. Its adjustable filters and phase control ensure smooth integration no matter your studio layout.
Quick Specs
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Frequency response (–10 dB): 22 Hz – 160 Hz
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Maximum output power: 150 W
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Inputs: 2× XLR (balanced), 2× ¼″ TRS
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Outputs: Stereo XLR L/R, EXT SUB XLR
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Controls: Level knob, Phase switch, High-cut (80–120 Hz), Low-cut (80–120 Hz), Low-cut switch
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Dimensions (W × H × D): 300 × 350 × 389 mm
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Weight: 12.5 kg
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Power consumption: 70 W
What’s in the Box
- HS8S powered subwoofer
- Power cord
- User manual
Use Cases / Ideal For
Best used in studio setups where full-range monitors need support in the low end. Ideal for mixing music, mastering, audio post-production, and any application where accurate bass monitoring is critical.
Compatibility
Designed to pair with Yamaha HS series monitors (HS5, HS7, HS8). It accepts balanced signals via XLR or TRS and outputs to your existing monitors or additional subs. Set filters and phase for clean, seamless operation in any room.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Deep, controlled bass extension down to 22 Hz
- Adjustable filters and phase for versatile integration
- Well-engineered enclosure and port reduce coloration and noise
- Reliable construction and studio-grade electronics
⚠️ Cons:
- Large and heavy—needs adequate floor space and support
- May require calibration and careful crossover placement to avoid muddiness
The Yamaha HS8S subwoofer delivers precision bass, smart control, and rock-solid build quality—providing your studio with the low-end accuracy it needs to sound complete and controlled.
