All user reviews for the Yamaha MSP5

My office is small, I needed not too big or too powerful speakers that have the bonus of a neutral response across the entire width of the spectrum. After reading a lot of tests on this material, I chose all new MSP5 at the time (there is a good quizaine years)

SOUNDS

It is clear that given the size of the boomer, the bass is down but still present. The sound is very precise, almost surgical, particularly in the high mids and treble what surprises regulars Hi-Fi channels but we made it very quickly because you can hear everything and it's the most important thing: the speakers monitoring are not made to flatter the ear. In addition, it is possible to perform a little EQ on the bass and treble sliders thanks to two back speakers.

The stereo image is good if you follow the letter of the investment rules.

OVERALL OPINION

So I use them for almost fifteen years and are still brave.
I know very well their qualities and faults and I know when a mix sounds good on my MSP5, it can be sent to mastering.

I also use KRK Rokit6 which are more powerful and have more defined bass, but I often return to Yamaha to check the accuracy and consistency of sound.

At present, there is a huge choice of good quality speakers but Yamaha remain safe values.
Excellent value for money.

I use these speakers for a series of TV mixing ... The client had had the usual mounting Documentaries hear her over, so we had to add them to the main system.
60w they announce, but I find them fairly powerful compared to 8020 or genelec my celestion ditton 33 ...

SOUNDS

They are quite tiring when you have over intense days.
Unpleasant to write, because analytical, they are there to show defects by to please us ...

The mid / high-mids are very gross ... we do hear the voice of defects, com and singing. But suddenly they are a bit aggressive.

OVERALL OPINION

I use them for 3 years, especially in the second listening, because I find tiring and unpleasant enough to compose long.
But I always audited smixs above, and the voice over work.
After to the home studio that will have the budget for one pair, which will mainly music and premix, I suggest instead of fostex pm1 to have a little bass.
For use stereo, go your way, for sound editing and mixing, once again, why not listen to the second, but in principal, the focal CMS40, Althoughthe a little more expensive, should be less tiring and more balanced.

Good speakers, but rather targeted.

Small, amplified, with entry into TRS or XLR, volume knob on the front, the grille HP, heavy duty construction therefore easily transportable.

These features allow me to use it as a studio monitor, of course, but also as a return of close on stage, seeing as the main sound system for small spaces (micro streaming music and vocals), as sound repetition (it fits in a backpack)

SOUNDS

The sound is very decent, a bit aggressive. Associated with Dynaudio BM6A it's been a couple interesting: if it sounds on my headphones and 2, it sounds almost everywhere.

OVERALL OPINION

I have since 1999. Good quality / price ratio. I would do this choice for the use I have described, I have not seen equivalent.

Listening to store motivated my choice impression of "sound projection" has the same low volume on these speakers is significant.
Amateur home studio use, small room (13m2), I was afraid of running out of power, I realize that the power is more than sufficient.

You do not hear too much about this model in the shop providing fans like me in the beginning of monitoring speakers range but listening really speaks for itself, not the AC jumps to the eyes but ears!

SOUNDS

In addition to the dynamic sound very good, I found all the frequencies I'm looking for easy listening, the bass are not present but too well I feel that without this "lack" important thing is not the 8 inches of course but the bass is.
I have not touched the rear switch that allows to modify the response to the bass or treble.
The stereo is good, at least to my perception.

OVERALL OPINION

I use them for a month, I found the latest model at the right price (beware there recent models (after consolidation by Yamaha) and other older who can date, the news front side edges rounded and not square like the old. wary of sellers who do not take into account the age of the speakers in their price in time!)

J was able to compare with the HS 50 HS 80 Mackie MR5 KRK Rookit, various prodipes, the choice of these speakers just seemed obvious, you will be able to discuss the fact that I have not experienced a sound engineer and I selected these speakers so subjectively, I simply printing to hear my mix properly on these speakers, without either flattering or too tiring.
I have found this particular dynamic in any of the other speakers mentioned above.

These speakers are heavy for their size, it is reassuring, the value for money looks good to me.
I would do without hesitation that choice

Monitoring speakers fairly compact, beefy (cast aluminum) so stable.
Jack and XLR connectors and markers of response curve at the rear gear.
Brief very serious hardware for its price and even more than some competing models ... (See below).

SOUNDS

The sound is very clear (Yamaha would have it), neutral or even a little clinic in the medium; bass and clear treble and detail can work properly equalizations really discerning sources.
No crash dynamics, natural reproduction.
For those seeking a sound flattering, caressing the mixer in the direction of the hair, buy a music system

OVERALL OPINION

I use them since their purchase in 2004, and I do not use them because they are enough for me and that I have my bearings.
I could, when buying them, compare them with Tannoy Reveal (a bit aggressive for my taste and color mediums) and Alesis M1 MKII (too flattering to be honest), sold in the same price at the time .
The Yamaha, among the three, are those which seem the most return the CD I had on me: no staining, no excessive bass boost, treble definition of good without becoming aggressive.
Obviously this is only my opinion (the goal) and I advise everyone to test several models at the same time: there really is a matter of taste in the choice of monitoring speakers.
For my part, I would do this choice without hesitation.

So

J had bought these speakers a few years ago for a home studio config, I had chosen for the price.

I specify the first generation had j

SOUNDS

Very disappointed not mean grd thing, hard to mix with, on the other hand only time I have crossed my path during pro c that was as listen on Avid editing stations. I have sold a buddy for his e drum. Since I'm on a Dynaudio BM5, day and night super center, the precise spatialization ds, ds the precise listen too well that the medium but not the same price

OVERALL OPINION

Sold after 2 years, I have no love has no part can be separated volume on each speaker. For the same price or will see in focal krk, if u can bm 5 has the best quality / price ratio

Very good bass response.
Auxiliary input mix to combine two (or two readers) ... Or like me a CD for "play along" and the mixer general.

SOUNDS

I have not compared with other models in situ (in my home studio).
In addition, jee through a 31 band EQ to attenuate the resonances of the room, so ...

on the other hand, accuracy is excellent. Same too! Attention to the full mix of low frequencies that drowned when listening on a hi-fi ...

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for about 8 years. But I take care of (especially with an ignition delay compared to the lighting instruments and the table).

I tried the MSP 3 in stores but the difference in bass made me plunge.

I repeat without hesitation.

Active monitoring speakers of robust construction.
Very reliable over time.

In 2004, there was not any choice that you can find today.
Personal use for mixing and mastering.

SOUNDS

The frequency curve is relatively neutral.
Good momentum.

I noticed that they tended to quickly tire the ear at high volume.
Good stereo image when the speakers are placed correctly.
Lack some bass, over time when you know you get her pregnant to compensate.

OVERALL OPINION

It is now 8 years that I use.
I had tried, in stores, quite a few other models but difficult to get a real idea in this environment. Especially as the sound changes depending on the room where they are located. (Walls, reflections etc. ...)

Very good price / quality ratio.
I have never regretted my purchase.
Today, I'd perhaps for other forums but the choice is now wider.

active monitoring bi amplified with a flatter response and wider than the NS10 ( passive front volume.
computer music for everyday use, composition, recording and mix.
No amp so because already bi amplified 2x70w at all and that's enough for a piece of 20m2.Utilisées homestudio in a configuration of an output analog sound card xlr own.

SOUNDS

the frequency curve is super neutral and broad enough to cover most musical styles. after all depends on the acoustic of the room and speaker placement (see instructions very clear on the subject + offset low or high as possible on the back). dynamic really impressive for this price.
the stereo mix provides a precise nearfield.
the sound is clear and precise, sometimes too low in the spectrum, in fact, these are studio monitors, as a result the low frequencies are much cleaner than a hi-fi system or another (a differential after listening mix is ​​better anyway) ... mediums can work without fatiguing the ear surgery and acute are without pity = if dirty or whistling, is final.

OVERALL OPINION

11 years already. I listen to before buying another monitor and since I walked around in a lot of studio and home studio = I remain very happy with my choice for the price and use that I have. I like the width of the spectrum and it's neutrality and the virtual absence of ear fatigue generated.
Excellent quality / prix.avec the same budget I would do the same choice at 80%.