Short answer: the Yamaha HS8. It ranks #36 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.4/5, at $797.98. The ADAM Audio T7V ranks #95, rated 3.9/5, at $579.98, $218 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Yamaha HS8 is the better-sounding, deeper-bass pick. Popular studio monitors with neutral sound and solid bass from an 8 inch woofer. Its bass reaches about 43.9Hz before falling 3dB, against 65Hz for the ADAM Audio T7V. Watch for: Its response and off-axis behavior are not as refined as the leading monitors.
Why pick the ADAM Audio T7V: An affordable 7 inch studio monitor with an even midrange, basic tone controls and analog inputs for a simple desk setup. Watch for: Correct listening height is important for the two-way crossover.
Buy the Yamaha HS8. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $218 you would save on the ADAM Audio T7V does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Yamaha HS8 | ADAM Audio T7V | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $797.98 per pair | $579.98 per pair |
| Ranked | #36 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #95 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 15.4”H x 9.8”W x 13.1”D (391.2 x 248.9 x 332.7 mm) | 13.7”H x 8.3”W x 11.5”D (348 x 210.8 x 292.1 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 47Hz - 24kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 39Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 43.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | approx. 65Hz, extrapolated from the reviewer’s directly-computed -6dB point of 45.4Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 34.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | approx. 45Hz, extrapolated from the reviewer’s directly-computed -6dB point of 45.4Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Inputs | XLR | XLR, RCA |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) | 15.7 lbs (7.1 kg) |
| Drivers | 8” woofer, 1” dome tweeter | 7” (178mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 120w Per Speaker | 70w Per Speaker |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.85 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.58 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Yamaha HS8: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Audio Science Review, DSAUDIO.review and Sercan Solmaz.
- ADAM Audio T7V: reviews by Audio Science Review, DSAUDIO.review and Audioholics.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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