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  3. Yamaha HS5 vs Yamaha HS7
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Yamaha HS5 vs Yamaha HS7

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Yamaha HS5Top pick
YamahaYamaha HS5
Yamaha HS7
YamahaYamaha HS7
Price——
Editor score
9.2Best
9.0
Quality
9.2
9.4Best
Value
9.5Best
9.3
Build
9.2
9.3Best
Beginner friendly
9.0Best
8.8
Portability
9.0Best
8.2
Highlights
Better overallBetter valueFor beginners
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TypeActive 2-way nearfield monitorActive 2-way nearfield monitor
Woofer5 in6.5 in
Tweeter1 in dome1 in dome
PowerBi-ampedBi-amped
Frequency Response54 Hz–30 kHz class43 Hz–30 kHz class
InputsXLR, TRSXLR, TRS
ControlsRoom Control, High TrimRoom Control, High Trim
Pros
  • Honest midrange
  • Reliable reference sound
  • Compact
  • Excellent value
  • Widely used
  • Accurate midrange
  • Good low-end extension
  • Strong value
  • Proven design
Cons
  • Limited deep bass
  • Rear ports need wall clearance
  • Not ideal for large rooms
  • Larger footprint
  • Rear bass port
  • May need isolation stands
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Yamaha HS5
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Yamaha HS7
9.0editor

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Yamaha HS7

Yamaha Yamaha HS7 — hand-picked by Kitmise.

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