Yamaha HS4 Powered Studio Monitor in Black, Pair (HS4 B)
$249.99
4.7
4.72,359
Best for Small-desk reference monitoring in compact spaces
The HS4 brings Yamaha's mid-forward reference style to a compact desktop footprint via a shared master-slave amplifier configuration. The four-inch woofers limit deep low-end reproduction, requiring reference headphones for sub-bass decisions. Setting up these monitors in an untreated room will undermine their intended frequency balance.
What we like
- Compact footprint fits restricted desk surfaces
- Mid-focused balance helps spot vocal balance issues
- Includes standard TRS and RCA input connections
What to weigh up
- Master-slave design links pair with speaker wire
- Low-frequency extension falls off rapidly below 60Hz
Price and rating were captured on 14/09/2026 and change often. We earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha HS4 Powered Studio Monitor in Black, Pair (HS4 B) (this one) | $249.99 | 4.7 | 2,359 ratings | — |
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How we judge music production
- Rule 01
Round-trip latency and driver quality beat preamp marketing.
- Rule 02
Treat the room before upgrading the monitors.
- Rule 03
Closed-back for tracking, open-back for mixing.
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