Yamaha HS 3
Specs and details of Yamaha
- Equipped with: 3.5″ woofer, 0.75″ tweeter
- Power: 20 W + 20 W (THD 0.1 %, 1,000 Hz, RL = 6 O)
- Frequency range: 85 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 3 dB) / 70 – 22,000 Hz (-10 dB)
- Crossover frequency: 3,200 Hz
- 100 dB max SPL
- Switches: Room Control (0 / -2 / -4 dB below 500 Hz), High Trim (+2 / 0 / -2 dB above 2,000 Hz)
- Volume control on the front
- Line inputs (left monitor): 2 x Combo XLR / 6.3 mm jack, 2 x RCA, 1 x 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- 2x Terminal blocks on both monitors for connecting the speakers
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 132 x 223 x 189 mm (left monitor) / 132 x 223 x 177 mm (right monitor)
- Weight: 2.8 kg (left monitor) / 2.1 kg (right monitor)
- Colour: Black
- Includes anti-slip pad, stereo mini RCA cable and monitor L/R connection cable
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Customer Review Summary
The Yamaha HS 3 monitors are a compact yet impressive choice for anyone seeking high-quality sound in a small space. With a remarkable clarity and balanced response typical of Yamaha products, these speakers deliver detailed highs, well-defined mids, and surprisingly precise bass for their size, making them a solid option for home studios or desktop use.
One of the standout features is their honest sound reproduction; if a mix is lacking, you will hear it immediately, which is essential for effective production and mixing. The price point is reasonable considering the significant improvement over standard multimedia or budget desktop speakers.
While the HS 3s are ideal for listening at normal volumes, they do have some limitations. The small 3-inch woofers do not offer the low-end reserves found in larger models, so those expecting deep bass for genres like EDM may need to consider adding a subwoofer or opting for the HS5 or HS7 models instead.
Additionally, the rear sound controls allow for minor adjustments to fit different room acoustics, which is a practical feature for smaller setups. However, positioning is important; the speakers should be directed towards the listener for optimal performance.
Overall, the Yamaha HS 3 monitors are a fantastic choice for anyone looking to upgrade from basic speakers, offering excellent sound quality at a competitive price, although they may not satisfy professional audio demands.
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