Yorkville YSM8-2 - 100W 8-inch Powered 2-Way Studio Monitor with XLR, 1/4-inch and RCA Inputs in Black Finish

The Yorkville YSM8-2 studio monitor continues the legacy of the iconic YSM-1, offering unmatched accuracy and transparency for home, project, and professional studios. With decades of experience in delivering high-fidelity sound, Yorkville Sound's YSM Series 2 monitors are engineered to provide you with the tools needed to mix with confidence and precision. Designed for those who demand the best in sound reproduction, the YSM8-2 is an exceptional choice for any studio setup.

The YSM8-2 is the most powerful model in the YSM Series 2, featuring a robust 100 watts of program power. This active studio monitor is equipped with an 8-inch composite low-frequency driver and a 1-inch silk dome neodymium tweeter, ensuring a wide frequency response range from 40 Hz to 22 kHz (+/- 3 dB). The broad frequency response delivers deep, full bass and crisp, detailed highs, making it an ideal solution for extended listening sessions while minimizing ear fatigue.

Designed with precision, the YSM8-2 features a custom waveguide on the front baffle that perfectly couples the woofer and tweeter. This design ensures that the sound is time-aligned, eliminating any phase issues and providing a cohesive and accurate listening experience. The YSM8-2 also incorporates low and high shelving EQ switches, allowing you to fine-tune the sound to better match your studio's acoustics. Whether you're mixing or mastering, the high and low-frequency adjustments (Flat, +/- 2 dB) give you full control over the tonal balance.

To protect the drivers from distortion and overheating, transparent limiters are integrated into the YSM8-2, ensuring safe operation even during high-volume sessions. The rear panel offers versatile connectivity options, including XLR, balanced 1/4" TRS, and unbalanced RCA inputs, making the YSM8-2 compatible with a wide range of audio sources, from digital audio workstations (DAWs) to audio interfaces and other studio equipment.

Crafted from MDF and finished with textured vinyl, the YSM8-2 offers both durability and a sleek, professional appearance. This monitor is engineered to be the best-sounding in its class, delivering superior sound quality for all types of audio work. Whether you're in a home studio or a professional mixing environment, the YSM8-2 allows you to make critical decisions with confidence, presenting your audio exactly as it was meant to be heard.

Features

• 100W active studio monitor with Class D amplifier
• 8" composite low-frequency driver and 1" silk dome neodymium tweeter
• Wide frequency response: 40 Hz to 22 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
• Custom waveguide ensures time-aligned sound reproduction
• Adjustable high and low-frequency shelving EQ switches (Flat, +/- 2 dB)
• Integrated LF and HF limiters to protect drivers from clipping and overheating
• Multiple input options: XLR, 1/4" TRS, and RCA for versatile connectivity
• 105 dB continuous SPL for accurate and clear monitoring
• Compact and durable MDF enclosure with textured vinyl covering
• Dimensions: 10.8 x 10.25 x 16.5 inches; Weight: 21 lbs

Specifications

Speaker

• System Type: 2-Way
• Active or Passive: Active
• Program Power (Watts): 100 W
• Max SPL (dB): 105 dB Continuous
• Frequency Response (Hz +/- 3db): 40 Hz - 22 kHz
• Crossover Frequency (Hz): 2.1 kHz

Transducers

• HF Driver(s): 1" Silk Dome Neodymium Tweeter
• HF Program Power (Watts): 25 W
• LF Driver(s): 8" Composite
• LF Program Power (Watts): 75 W

Amplifier

• LF Amplifier Type: Class D

Controls

• Inputs: 1x XLR, 1x 1/4" TRS, 1x RCA

Physical

• Enclosure Materials: MDF
• Baffle Material: MDF / ABS
• Covering / Finish: Textured Vinyl
• Dimensions (DWH): 10.8 x 10.25 x 16.5 inches
• Weight: 21 lbs