Short answer: the Yamaha HS8. It ranks #36 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.4/5, at $797.98. The KRK Rokit 7 G4 ranks #98, rated 3.9/5, at $334, $463.98 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Yamaha HS8 is the better-sounding option. Popular studio monitors with neutral sound and solid bass from an 8 inch woofer. The tradeoff: Its response and off-axis behavior are not as refined as the leading monitors.
Why pick the KRK Rokit 7 G4: A 7 inch studio monitor that sits between compact and 8 inch models, with balanced inputs and room adjustment controls. The catch: Its balanced studio inputs need a suitable source connection rather than offering built-in consumer streaming.
Buy the Yamaha HS8. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $463.98 saving on the KRK Rokit 7 G4 is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Yamaha HS8 | KRK Rokit 7 G4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $797.98 per pair | $334.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #36 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #98 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) | 13.4”H x 8.9”W x 11.2”D (340.4 x 226.1 x 284.5 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 47Hz - 24kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 42Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 43.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 34.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | - |
| Inputs | XLR | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) | 16.8 lbs (7.6 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 | 145w Per Speaker |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.85 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.58 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| 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.
- KRK Rokit 7 G4: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
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