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Yamaha NS-10M pair

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This pair of Yamaha NS-10M studio monitors has been fully tested by our expert team and comes with a full money-back, satisfaction guarantee.

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The Yamaha NS-10M is a renowned studio monitor widely used in recording studios for its detailed and unembellished sound, making it a standard for mixing and referencing. Below is a detailed overview of its features, history, and usage.

Key FeaturesDesign

  • Type: Passive nearfield studio monitor
  • Configuration: 2-way system
  • Cabinet: Sealed (non-ported) design
  • Dimensions: Approx. 382 mm x 215 mm x 199 mm (15″ x 8.5″ x 7.8″)
  • Weight: Approx. 6 kg (13.2 lbs) each

Drivers

  • Woofer: 7-inch (180 mm) white cone paper driver
  • Tweeter: 1-inch (25 mm) soft dome tweeter

Performance

  • Frequency Response: 60 Hz to 20 kHz
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 90 dB SPL at 1 meter with 1 watt input
  • Power Handling: Typically around 25 to 50 watts RMS

Crossover

  • Crossover Frequency: 2 kHz

History

  • Introduction: First introduced in the late 1970s (1978).
  • Variants: Includes models like NS-10M Studio and NS-10M Pro.
  • Discontinuation: Production ceased in 2001.

Usage

  • Studio Standard: Known for their uncolored and revealing midrange, making them popular for mixing in studios. They are often used for checking the balance and presence of midrange frequencies.
  • Placement: Commonly used in a nearfield setup, positioned close to the listening position to minimize room reflections.
  • Amplification: Requires a separate power amplifier, as they are passive speakers.

Influence and Legacy

  • Mix Translation: Provides a sound that many engineers find useful for creating mixes that translate well across different playback systems.
  • Criticism and Praise: While some criticize them for their lack of bass extension and high-frequency detail, their ability to highlight midrange imperfections has made them invaluable in many studios.

Comparison

  • Modern Monitors: Compared to modern studio monitors, the NS-10M has a more prominent midrange and less extended lows and highs, which some engineers find beneficial for focusing on critical mix elements.

Typical Setup

  • Positioning: Often placed on their side to align the tweeter and woofer horizontally.
  • Augmentation: Many studios pair them with larger monitors or subwoofers to cover the full frequency range.

Key Takeaways

  • Sound Characteristics: Known for their “honest” and sometimes harsh sound, which can reveal mix flaws.
  • Mix Reference: Often used as a secondary reference to complement more full-range monitors.

The Yamaha NS-10M has left an indelible mark on the audio industry, becoming a quintessential tool for engineers who value its distinctive and revealing nature in the mixing process.

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