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Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor (Black, Single)

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Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor (Black, Single)
Key Features
  • 70W Total Output
  • 5" Cone Woofer
  • 1" Dome Tweeter
  • Room Control Response Switch
The black HS5 Powered Studio Monitor from Yamaha is a bi-amplified monitor that is designed for accurate sound reproduction. It is capable of up to 70W of total output and features a 5-inch woofer and a 1-inch tweeter with waveguide that can produce frequencies up to 30 kHz. The HS5 has both an XLR and 1/4" TRS input that accept either balanced or unbalanced signals for integration into a variety of studio setups.
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Yamaha HS5 Overview

The black HS5 Powered Studio Monitor from Yamaha is a bi-amplified monitor that is designed for accurate sound reproduction. It is capable of up to 70W of total output and features a 5-inch woofer and a 1-inch tweeter with waveguide that can produce frequencies up to 30 kHz. The HS5 has both an XLR and 1/4" TRS input that accept either balanced or unbalanced signals for integration into a variety of studio setups.

Low-Resonance Enclosure Design
HS Series cabinets are designed to eliminate unwanted resonance and increase the accuracy of sound reproduction to their limits. The enclosures are constructed from dense MDF with a damped acoustic response. HS Series engineers employed a traditional three-way mitered-joint technique. Common to architectural design, this construction firmly anchors the corners of the enclosure to improve durability and eliminate unwanted resonance that can influence overall sound
Noise Reduction Technology
Speaker port design can greatly influence the clarity of overall sound. Often a vortex at the either end of the port can generate air vibrations inside of the port, causing unwanted noise. By adopting a noise reduction technology that incorporates an analysis of a visual representation of the sound, Yamaha's engineers are able to control and reduce the vortex. Through this analysis, Yamaha has arrived at a port design that reduces noise up to 6 dB
Controls and Connectivity
HS Series full-range models feature two response controls with settings that allow them to adapt to the surface acoustics of rooms of varying shape and size. ROOM CONTROL allows you to attenuate the unnatural, exaggerated low-end that can often occur when speakers are placed next to walls, while HIGH TRIM allows for more flexible control of high frequency response. For inputs, HS full-range speakers can accommodate a range of balanced and unbalanced sources such as mixers, keyboards and audio interfaces with XLR and TRS phone jacks
UPC: 086792974675

Yamaha HS5 Specs

Key Specs
Monitor Type & Configuration
Active 2-Way
Total Power Output
70 W
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25.4 mm Dome
Woofer
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Cone
Frequency Range
74 Hz to 24 kHz (-3 dB)
54 Hz to 30 kHz (-10 dB)
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
1x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
No
Network I/O
No
Wireless
No
Monitor Type & Configuration
Active 2-Way
Number of Included Monitors
Single Monitor
Enclosure
Bass-Reflex/Ported
Total Power Output
70 W
Drivers
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25.4 mm Dome
Woofer
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Cone
Amplifiers
LF: 45 W Class-D
HF: 25 W Class-D
Performance
Frequency Range
74 Hz to 24 kHz (-3 dB)
54 Hz to 30 kHz (-10 dB)
Analog Input Sensitivity/Gain
-10 dBu
Signal Processing
EQ
1x LF Shelf: -4 to 0 dB at 500 Hz (2 dB Increments)
1x HF Shelf: -2 to +2 dB at 2 kHz (2 dB Increments)
Filters
No
Crossover Frequency
2 kHz
Phase Adjustment
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
1x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
No
Network I/O
No
USB
No
Wireless
No
Power
AC Input Power
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Power Consumption
45 W
Physical
Color
Black
Monitor Orientation
Vertical
Enclosure Material
MDF
Mounting Points
No
Dimensions (W x H x D)
6.7 x 11.2 x 8.7" / 17 x 28.5 x 22.2 cm
Weight
11.7 lb / 5.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
16.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.4 x 12 x 10.2"

Yamaha HS5 Reviews

These are great monitors for my home studio

By Jimmy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-01-27

I had KRK Rokit 5's, but I have bad high frequency hearing and I was not getting the mix I wanted from my studio. I was missing a lot of the highs, even when I cranked up the HF boost, but these Yamaha's are bright, especially with the Highs cranked up. My mixes are so much better on other systems now. Really happy!

Great for small room

By Micah
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-01

If considering the HS4 vs HS5, get the HS5 for any professional environment. Having dual powered speakers is superior in every way when it comes to mixing, mastering and playback of footage, as well as your ability to patch them with no latency from your interface.

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question

is the price tag on it for the pair speakers or just single?
Asked by: Anonymous
This product listing is for a single monitor.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Can I use a single speaker only, with 3.5mm to ...

Can I use a single speaker only, with 3.5mm to xls adapter with a Mac studio?
Asked by: Ragnar
Yes you can do that.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2022-07-29

question

I just wanna know if the U$D199 for one speaker or two?
Asked by: Fernando Lucas P.
The Yamaha HS5 powered studio monitor currently sells for $199.99 USD each. A pair of them would currently cost $399.98 USD.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2023-11-21

question

Can any subwoofer be use with these monitors or only the HS8S?
Asked by: Anonymous
The HS8S and HS5 integrate together very well; but most active subwoofers may be used with the Yamaha HS5 monitor speaker.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2026-02-16

question

IS THE HS5 A WIRELESS SPEAKER?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Yamaha HS5 is not a wireless speaker. It requires a line level audio connection via XLR or 1/4 connection.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-25

How do you connect this to your computer? Do you ...

How do you connect this to your computer? Do you need to buy a special amp or something?
Asked by: Jesse
These are professional grade speakers and you need to connect them to an interface which is pre-computer. This will give you ultimate audio monitoring experience.
Answered by: Jose
Date published: 2025-01-06

question

is Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor (Single, White)120 volt only?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Yamaha HS5 available here at B&H is designed for use with 120 VAC only.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2024-03-28

Are you able to wall mount them?

Are you able to wall mount them?
Asked by: Hayden
This Yamaha wall mount would hold them https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/219160-REG/Yamaha_BWS20_190_BWS20_190_Wall_Mounts.html
Answered by: James Cruz
Date published: 2021-03-02
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