Yamaha Launches HS3/HS4 - High-Quality Compact Studio
Monitors
The HS3 and HS4 Studio Monitors are equipped by a class-D amplifier, resilient cabinet, woofers, and
soft dome tweeter, along with proprietary 'Twisted Flare Port', ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM Functions
Yamaha Corporation announced the HS3 and HS4, new models in the HS series of
studio monitors.
The HS3 and HS4 are tools to help create a wide range of audio content-from music production to
video editing-that meets the expectations of creators who have limited space and need to keep the
volume down but do not want to compromise on monitoring quality.
The HS3 and HS4 continue the design philosophy and know-how of previous Yamaha studio monitors. The
speakers comprise carefully selecting parts such as a high-performance class-D amp, a highly
resilient cabinet, and woofers and soft dome tweeters that deliver a sound that is faithful to the
source despite their small size. They also feature proprietary 'Twisted Flare Port' technology that
reduces air turbulence noise in the bass reflex port, providing clear and accurate bass.
The HS3 and HS4 are equipped with ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM functions that allow the user to make
adjustments to achieve the ideal sound for any environment, such as reducing the unneeded,
exaggerated low-end that can often occur when speakers are placed next to walls. The rear panel of
the HS3 and HS4 is equipped with combination XLR/TRS phone, RCA, and stereo mini connectors,
allowing the user to connect to a wide range of professional and consumer equipment such as
computers, audio interfaces, audio mixers, and electric instruments. The most commonly used
features-power button, volume knob, and headphone connector-are located in the front for easy
access.
The compact size of the HS3 and HS4 was made possible thanks to the highly efficient class-D amp.
Using one amp for two speakers enabled to both reduce the weight of the speakers and simplify the
cable connections. They take up little space even in a small bedroom studio, and are easy to take on
the road.
"We are pleased to announce the addition of a new model to the HS series," says Yoshiyuki Tsugawa,
Senior General Manager at Yamaha Creator & Consumer Audio Division. "We look forward to supporting
the creative work of more people than ever before by offering even more ways to use the HS Series'
renowned high sound quality in a compact chassis."