Yamaha, a leading manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, announces the next generation of its HS Series: the HS3 and HS4 speakers. “These new two-way bass reflex powered studio monitors feature a premium, compact design that delivers faithful sound reproduction for passionate professionals and audiophiles who require a small, lightweight footprint. The speakers also maintain clear, transparent acoustical versatility to meet the needs of a creator's next project,” according to the announcement.
Since the 1970's, Yamaha has developed nearfield reference monitors, including the flagship HS Series, first introduced in 2005. With this new, redefined iteration, music creators and streamers can produce content ranging from music production to video editing.
"Empowering expression is the foundation of all that we do at Yamaha, and with this new generation of HS Series, everyone from audio connoisseurs to aspiring production professionals can experience a premium studio set up at home," says Preston Gray, director of marketing for professional audio at Yamaha Corporation of America.
The speakers are designed for home studios to bring enhanced technologies to smaller spaces without compromising quality. Portable and compact, the HS3 and HS4 utilize a high-performance class-D amplifier, designed as a lightweight package with simplified cable connections for portability.
The rear panels of the HS3 and HS4 are also equipped with room control and high trim functions that allow users to make adjustments like reducing the unneeded, exaggerated low-end that can often occur when speakers are placed next to walls. Additionally, the rear panels combine XLR/TRS phone, RCA, and stereo mini-jacks allow users to connect to professional and consumer equipment such as computers, audio interfaces, audio mixers, and electric instruments. HS3 and HS4 also feature proprietary "Twisted Flare Port" technology that reduces air turbulence noise in the bass reflex port for clear and accurate bass.
Featuring the iconic Yamaha design, the HS3 and HS4 will be available in white or black body starting Jan. 4, 2024, at the following pricing:
- HS3 / HS3 White and Black: $229.99
- HS4 / H4 White and Black: $249.99
For more information about the HS Series, please visit yamaha.io/NewHS.
