Experts recommend Genelec 8010A more than Yamaha HS8
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Genelec 8010A over Yamaha HS8, but both Studio Monitors have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Genelec 8010A received 4 recommendations: from higherhz.com (12 Nov 2024), Pocket-lint (2 Dec 2023) woodandfirestudio.com (14 Nov 2023) and 1 other. By contrast, Yamaha HS8 received only 3 recommendations from woodandfirestudio.com (14 Nov 2023), Hyperbits and Gearank (7 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Studio Monitor | higherhz.com  | Pocket-lint  | woodandfirestudio.com  | Hyperbits  | Gearank  | Careers In Music  | Music Radar  | PianoDreamers  | Music Critic  | Popular Science  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | - | Check price |  Genelec 8010A The Genelec 8010A Studio Monitor is a compact and powerful option for near-field monitoring in small studios or home recording setups, delivering exceptional sound quality in a small package. | 2 | 2 | 8 | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 | - | $399 |  Yamaha HS8 The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor is a powerful and reliable speaker with accurate sound reproduction and complete response control, making it ideal for professional use in larger studio spaces or for live performances. | - | - | 2 | 6 | 7 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 14 Nov 2023 woodandfirestudio.com ranked Yamaha HS8 as #2 and Genelec 8010A as #8
Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 10 Yamaha HS8 Best studio monitors for semi-professional use... ... ... #8 out of 10 Genelec 8010A Best portable studio monitors... ... ... Source: woodandfirestudio.com - Hyperbits ranked Yamaha HS8 as #6 and Genelec 8010A as #8
Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 20 Yamaha HS8 Best Advanced Monitors ($400-$1000/pair)... ... ... #8 out of 20 Genelec 8010A Best Advanced Monitors ($400-$1000/pair)... ... ... Source: hyperbitsmusic.com - On 12 Nov 2024 higherhz.com
ranked Genelec 8010A as #2
Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 Genelec 8010A Best compact... ... ... Source: higherhz.com - On 2 Dec 2023 Pocket-lint ranked Genelec 8010A as #2
Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 Genelec 8010A Best compact studio monitors... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com - On 7 Nov 2024 Gearank ranked Yamaha HS8 as #7
Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 12 Yamaha HS8 The Best Studio Monitor under $500... ... ... Source: www.gearank.com
After counting and adding up the 99 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Genelec 8010A outranks Yamaha HS8. This is not to say that Yamaha HS8 is a bad option. Like Genelec 8010A, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Genelec 8010A outranks Yamaha HS8 by 4 positions. This indicates that, as of 10 Jan 2025, Genelec 8010A is more critically acclaimed than Yamaha HS8.
| Rank | Change | Price | Studio Monitor | higherhz.com | Pocket-lint | woodandfirestudio.com | Hyperbits | Gearank | Careers In Music | Music Radar | PianoDreamers | Music Critic | Popular Science |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $198 |  Yamaha HS5 The Yamaha HS5 is a powerful and reliable studio monitor that delivers accurate and detailed sound reproduction, making it a great choice for home studios and small recording spaces. | - | - | - | 4 | 8 | - | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2 | - | Check price |  JBL 305P MkII The JBL 305P MkII is a highly recommended and affordable studio monitor that delivers accurate and detailed sound reproduction with advanced technology and excellent stereo imaging. | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | - | 7 | 5 | 3 | 6 |
| 3 | - | $720 |  Adam Audio A7V The Adam Audio A7V Studio Monitor is a powerful and accurate speaker that is ideal for professional recording studios, home studios, and music producers who require high-quality sound and accurate monitoring. | - | 5 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 8 | 7 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Neumann KH 120 A The Neumann KH 120 A is a bi-amplified speaker system designed for accurate and detailed sound reproduction, making it ideal for critical listening applications in professional recording studios, post-production facilities, and broadcast environments. | - | - | 1 | - | 12 | 4 | - | - | 9 | - |
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Expert reviews [10]
Total expert reviews: 10
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 7
| Highest score by Gearank | 94 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by Music Radar | 90 |
Score distribution:
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Expert reviews [19]
Total expert reviews: 19
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 17
| Highest score by Home DJ Studio | 94 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by gearspace.com | 92 |
Score distribution:
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From Seller:
- Powerful Sound: The 8010APM speaker squeezes true reference performance and extended frequency response into an extremely compact package
- Small Size, Huge Performance: When studio space is limited or you record on the move, the 8010A is your reliable monitoring companion. Don’t be fooled by its affordable price tag and modest dimensions, the 8010A is every bit a Genelec pro powered monitor: uncoloured, accurate and powerful
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From Seller:
- 8 inch cone woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter; Produce low distortion sound with a well-defined bottom end at any output level.Waterproof : No
- 38Hz to 30kHz frequency response; Power consumption: 60 watts
- 75W LF plus 45W HF bi amp system 120W total; Level control ( 4dB/center click), EQ: High trim switch ( / 2dB at HF) / Room control switch (0/2/4 dB under 500Hz)
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