Yamaha HS7 (2013)

Yamaha's 6.5" two-way bi-amplified nearfield monitor delivers 95W (60W LF + 35W HF) and is built around a flat, neutral response intended for mixing reference. Unlike combo-jack designs from other brands, the HS7 has two physically separate inputs on the rear: a balanced XLR and a balanced 1/4" TRS jack — both accept balanced or unbalanced signals so a TS instrument cable also works for casual use. Power is delivered through a standard 3-pin IEC C14 mains inlet, with rear-panel ROOM CONTROL and HIGH TRIM EQ switches for room tuning. There is no built-in DSP or USB connectivity on this generation.

Yamaha’s 6.5″ bi-amped nearfield studio monitor with separate XLR and 1/4″ TRS balanced inputs and IEC C14 mains power.

Device Information

Manufacturer
Yamaha
Release Year
2013
Model Number
HS7
Category
studio-monitor

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Label Notes
XLR (3-pin Balanced Audio) 1 INPUT XLR (rear) Balanced XLR input — accepts balanced or unbalanced signal
6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) 1 INPUT TRS (rear) Balanced 1/4" TRS input — accepts balanced or unbalanced signal (TS instrument cable works)
IEC C14 (3-Pin Power Inlet) 1 AC Power (rear) Detachable 3-pin C13 mains cord (region-specific 100/120/220-240V variants)

Notes & Compatibility

Two physically separate inputs (NOT a combo jack) — XLR and 1/4″ TRS — both accept balanced or unbalanced signals. Detachable 3-pin IEC C14 mains inlet with rear power switch (region-specific 100/120/220-240V variants ship with appropriate cord). No DSP, no USB, no RCA inputs. Sold per speaker.

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