Yamaha HS50M
70W Powered 2-way Studio Monitor with 5" Woofer and 0.75" Tweeter (ea)
A New Reference Standard in Active Monitors!
Yamaha's HS50M powered monitors were designed to be true studio reference monitors in the tradition of the famous NS10Ms. When choosing your next pair of near field reference monitors, remember it's not just important that they sound good - they have to be an honest reference for your mix. The new HS50M reference monitors were designed to give you exceptionally flat response so you can really trust what you hear. That means that mixes that sound good on Yamaha HS50M speakers will sound good on anything. In fact, that's the ultimate test of a reference monitor. Bonus: these HS50M speakers look great, too. Yamaha HS50M Powered Studio Monitors at a Glance:- Affordable high-quality reference monitoring for all types of studios
- Clean, tight low frequencies and smooth highs
- Quality enclosures with distinctive "white cone" appearance
Affordable high-quality reference monitoring for all types of studiosThe HS Series is a two-way, internally powered speaker system designed to provide affordable, high quality reference monitoring for all types of recording and multimedia applications - home studios, computer-based music production, gaming systems, keyboards rigs and personal computer systems. All products are sold and packaged individually, making it easy to build flexible monitor setups and 5.1 systems. Clean, tight low frequencies and smooth highsThe 70-watt HS50M (5" cone and 0.75" dome tweeter) is housed in a bass reflex-type cabinet and reproduces surprisingly tight low end and smooth, high frequency response to beyond 20kHz. Inputs include a balanced XLR and 1/4-in. phone jack. In addition to master level controls, each speaker has trim switches that allow you to custom-tailor low, mid and high frequency response for different applications. Quality enclosures with distinctive "white cone" appearanceHS Series cabinets look as great as they sound. Enclosures are constructed of high-quality MDF material and a multiple layer finish that minimizes resonance. Design elements include a black finish and lighted Yamaha tuning fork logo. White polypropylene woofer cones recall the look of the classic Yamaha NS10M, and include low-damping rubber surrounds and full magnetic shielding. Yamaha HS50M Powered Studio Monitors Features:- Versatile studio monitors at an affordable price
- 5" white polypropylene cone
- 0.75" dome tweeter
- 70-watt biamplified power (45 watts LF, 25 watts HF)
- Frequency response 55Hz-20kHz (-10dB)
- XLR and 1/4" connectors
- Room control and frequency response switches
If your mixes sound good on Yamaha HS50M Monitors, they sound good anywhere!
| Specification |
Detail |
| Dimensions |
6.5 x 10.6 x 8.7 in |
| Freq. Response |
55 Hz - 20kHz (-10 dB) |
| Power Rating |
70 W (45 LF, 25 HF) |
| Weight |
12.8 lbs |
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Best project studio monitors...Even better if you know their secrets!
by Anonymous from MN, US
February 10, 2010
Music Background: A.A.S. Audio Engineering; Live Audio Specialist; Recording Engineer
These monitors are one of the best alternatives to the legendary NS-10's. I say alternative because in reality, they do not sound a thing like NS-10's--active/passive, ported/non-ported, cone size, a ... read more [+]nd enclosure material/size.
NS-10's are old, but good news. As music evolves, so do requirements of reproducing its sound. If you know the real reason behind all of the HS50's switches, these are perfect. However, if you do not understand frequency response, mastering these can be tricky.
I recommend using the MID boost to help compensate for over-mixing the crucial mid-range; but make sure you really understand what you are compromising, especially with the other switches. Good luck, and happy mixing. close [-]
Well Done, Yamaha
by Steve Estrada from Emeryville
February 3, 2010
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Student majoring in audio engineering.
I just recently (as in yesterday) bought a pair of Yamaha HS50M monitors. First off, they are monitors, just like every other monitor in this price range. If you know how your monitors sound compared ... read more [+]to everything else, (and if you truely are an engineer...) then you can mix on any of these. Why I chose these monitors was because of all the fun switches and knobs on the back. Doing a reference test, I found that these monitors are pretty freakin' good at giving you a flat response if you use all those cuts and boost switches in the back just right. (They were a couple dB higher with the 10KHz tone, even with the 2dB high cut engaged.)
The main reason I love these monitors is for the 80Hz and 100Hz HPFs. These are supposed to be used as a crossover point in conjunction with the subwoofer, but you can definitely use them to hear how your bass frequencies will translate on an inferior system. That is money in the bank. close [-]
Excellent Buy!
by El-Ra Is Fonk-C > Keep It Forward Records / Hedgegodmusic from Same Town As James Brown, Georgia
June 4, 2009
Music Background: D.J. / Producer / Recording Engineer / Label & Studio Owner
I Purchased These Monitor's Because Of The Ole Tales Of "If Your Mix Sound's Good Coming Outta NS-10's Then It Will Sound Good Anywhere"....Maybe My Qoute Is Off, But I Could Never Purchase A Real Pai ... read more [+]r.
So When These Came Out, I Went And Bought Them Just Cause. And It Was Worth The Money!
I Do All My Mixing On HS50's And I Haven't Recieved Any Feedback From Clients Hardly.....Never!!!!!
Besides How Great They Sound, Their Powered And Compact For Travel.
Flat Response With Control Features On Rear Of Speaker.....Makes It Lovely For The EARS!!!!
JUST KEEP ON MIXING ON!!!!! close [-]
The best monitors for mixing. Period!
by Rod Carrera from New York City, NY
December 28, 2008
Music Background: Recording and Mixing Engineer
I did my long research, and the conclusion was to buy these monitors. Why? No phase problems, like similar monitors with 6 or 8 inches, and a flat, flat, flat response. This saves me a lot of time and ... read more [+] I don't have to go out and hear my mix in the car, at home, etc. They just translate well. The funny thing is that you can hear immediately how bad recorded and mixed are some commercial CDs and why good mixing engineers have a positive reputation. Maybe they used the HS50Ms. Get a pair, I should have done that loooong time ago! close [-]
Stellar Monitors!
by AKB from New York, NY USA
October 17, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer/Producer
I bought a pair after hearing them in a store and have since been pleased with their performance. Don't let the size fool you...these things can crank out some sound. And the mixes are clear at all l ... read more [+]evels. Their a great replacement for the NS-10's. The mixes I've done on he HS50M's translate well on other systems (ranging from home and car stereo systems to large auditoriums). Definitely pick up a pair! close [-]
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