Yamaha
Yamaha HS5 5-Inch Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
Flat, honest monitoring in a compact 5-inch pair
- Pair of two HS5 monitors, each with its own built-in bi-amplified 70 W amplifier
- 5-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter with a 2 kHz crossover
- Frequency response of 54 Hz – 30 kHz (-10 dB) for accurate, uncoloured mixing
- Room Control and High Trim switches to suit the speakers to your room
- Balanced XLR and TRS inputs that also take unbalanced sources
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Yamaha HS5 5-Inch Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
The Yamaha HS5 is a compact 2-way, bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with a 5-inch woofer and a 1-inch dome tweeter in a bass-reflex MDF cabinet. This listing is a pair, so you receive two HS5 monitors, each with its own amplifier, power cord and inputs.
It suits home and project studios, producers, podcasters and students who want a neutral reference rather than flattering sound, in a size that fits on a desk. The HS5 takes its signal from an audio interface, mixer or keyboard, so it slots straight into most recording setups.
Key Features
Built for Accuracy, Not Flattery
Yamaha voices the HS Series for a flat response and a tight stereo image, continuing the reference-monitor thinking that runs from the NS-10M through the MSP and earlier HS models. Nothing is hyped, so problems in a mix show up while you can still fix them, and mixes tend to translate better to other systems.
5-Inch Woofer and 1-Inch Dome Tweeter
Each HS5 pairs a 5-inch cone woofer with a 1-inch dome tweeter, crossing over at 2 kHz. Yamaha developed these transducers with a revised magnetic circuit for smooth transitions, and the tweeter's thick waveguide helps keep the top end clean up to 30 kHz.
70 W Bi-Amplified Studio Monitor
A dedicated 45 W amplifier drives the woofer and a separate 25 W amplifier drives the tweeter, for 70 W per monitor. Matching each amplifier to its driver helps keep the response even across the spectrum. Because both speakers in the pair are self-powered, they can be placed independently.
Low-Resonance MDF Cabinet
The cabinet is made from dense, well-damped MDF and uses a three-way mitred joint at the corners, a technique Yamaha draws from its piano-making experience. Stiffer corners mean less cabinet resonance colouring what you hear.
Quieter Bass Port
Air turbulence at the ends of a bass port can add noise of its own. Yamaha analysed and reshaped the HS port to control these vortices, cutting audible port noise by up to 6 dB, which keeps low-level detail clearer.
Room Control and High Trim
Room Control trims the low end by 0, -2 or -4 dB below 500 Hz to offset the bass build-up you get near walls. High Trim adjusts the high frequencies by ±2 dB to tame a bright room or lift a dull one. A level control with a centre click sits alongside.
Balanced XLR and TRS Inputs
Each HS5 has an XLR input and a TRS phone jack input, both balanced, and both also accept unbalanced signals. That makes it easy to connect an audio interface, mixer or keyboard over the long, interference-resistant cable runs typical of a studio.
Watch & Hear It
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the box with the HS5 pair?
You get two HS5 monitors. Yamaha packages each monitor singly and lists an owner's manual and a power cord with each unit, so the pair comes with two of each. Signal cables and stands are not listed by Yamaha, so plan for those separately.
Should I choose the HS5, HS7 or HS8?
All three share the same 1-inch tweeter, 2 kHz crossover and controls; the difference is woofer size and bass extension. The HS5 has a 5-inch woofer, 70 W and reaches 54 Hz (-10 dB); the HS7 has a 6.5-inch woofer, 95 W and reaches 43 Hz; the HS8 has an 8-inch woofer, 120 W and reaches 38 Hz. The HS5 is the most compact at 170 x 285 x 222 mm per unit, which suits smaller rooms and desks.
How is the HS5 different from the HS3 and HS4?
The HS3 and HS4 are smaller desktop pairs in which one speaker holds the amplifier and feeds the other over a speaker cable; they add RCA and 3.5 mm inputs and a headphone output. In an HS5 pair, both monitors are independently powered with their own 70 W bi-amplified system, a larger 5-inch woofer and response from 54 Hz to 30 kHz.
What do I need to connect the HS5 to my computer?
The HS5 has XLR and TRS inputs only, with no RCA or 3.5 mm socket, so most people connect it through an audio interface or mixer. Each monitor also needs its own mains connection using the supplied power cord.
Can I add a subwoofer to the HS5 pair?
Yes. The HS8S subwoofer has XLR and TRS inputs plus left and right XLR outputs for your monitors, with a low cut for the monitor feed and a high cut for the subwoofer, both adjustable from 80 to 120 Hz, and a phase switch to help the two blend.
Why Buy from YMS?
- Authorised Yamaha Premium Retailer
- Genuine stock with full manufacturer warranty
- Demo units at our Bengaluru and Mangaluru stores
- Secure delivery across India
- Free domestic shipping on all orders
Specifications
Overview
| Model | Yamaha HS5 |
|---|---|
| Type | 2-way bi-amplified powered nearfield studio monitor |
| Series | HS Series |
| Supplied as | Pair (2 units) |
| Specifications | Per unit (each monitor), as published by Yamaha |
Acoustic
| Frequency Response (-10 dB) | 54 Hz – 30 kHz |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response (-3 dB) | 74 Hz – 24 kHz |
| LF Driver | 5" cone |
| HF Driver | 1" dome |
| Crossover | 2 kHz |
| Enclosure | Bass-reflex |
| Cabinet Material | MDF |
Amplifier
| Design | Bi-amplified (separate amplifiers for woofer and tweeter) |
|---|---|
| Output Power | 70 W (LF: 45 W, HF: 25 W) |
Inputs & Controls
| Inputs | XLR3-31 type (balanced), TRS phone jack (balanced); accept balanced or unbalanced signals |
|---|---|
| Input Sensitivity | -10 dBu / 10 kΩ |
| Level Control | +4 dB / centre click |
| High Trim | ±2 dB at high frequencies |
| Room Control | 0 / -2 / -4 dB under 500 Hz |
| Indicator | Power ON (white LED) |
General
| Power Consumption | 45 W |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 170 x 285 x 222 mm (6-11/16" x 11-1/4" x 8-3/4") |
| Net Weight | 5.3 kg (11.7 lb) |
| Included Accessories | Owner's Manual, power cord (per unit) |
Specifications are per unit, from Yamaha India's HS Series (HS5/HS7/HS8/HS8S) specs page; this listing supplies two units. Subject to change by Yamaha.
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