After listening to many model Phonic, Genelec, Event, KRK, Fostex, Far, Tanoy, E-MU ... I came across a small pair of HS50, I tried many CD's on it (all genres) and the frequency response and image brightness of these small speakers I was really astonished. Only problem is a lack of solid low (normal given the size of the speakers). I then apris that Yamaha had released the model récament 8 "and" HS80M. "I then search the whole of Belgium, not easy as out of stock Yamaha. Finally I found them on display. So here I go my cd's in ComenC by jazz and classical, rock, techno, new sound and the ultimate test of hard rock well compressed. Then I knelt in front of these gems to look great at an affordable price. He did not falu 3 hours for me to achèttent. I think Yamaha really does work fine, real pros.

SOUNDS

The frequency response seems very neutral, the voices come out very well, the bass is well made without being too present (possibility of a sub) a possible background noise become very easy to distinguish. Furthermore there are filters on the back designed to compensate for acoustic defects of a room. The stereo image is not huge but is more than acceptable for this price range. What I remember most is the clarity and precision of these speakers, I rediscover all my albums. The ecxès reverb and compressors are quickly identified. The momentum is really excellent. We can both mix of jazz to hard rock when using these speakers in post-production.

OVERALL OPINION

I use them for three months, they were first placed in a room of 6m2, now they are in a room of 36m2. They sound really good and they look fabulous. No noise at power and low frequencies very well made (no exaggeration to allow a mix / low bass). I really tried almost all the models on the market in this price range, and had my favorite for this model. I would do without hesitation that choice besides, I give awards a prize for this product.