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At a glance
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2019
The Yamaha HPH-MT8 is a closed-back, circumaural studio monitor headphone with a 45mm dynamic driver and CCAW voice coil, offering a frequency response of 15Hz to 28kHz. It includes both coiled and straight cables, a 3.5mm connector with a 6.3mm adapter, and a padded carrying bag.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Yamaha HPH-MT8 is a wired, closed-back studio headphone built for accurate monitoring, featuring a 45mm dynamic driver with a wide frequency range. It comes with both coiled and straight cables, a 6.3mm adapter, and a soft carrying case for portability. Without active noise cancellation, it relies on its over-ear design for passive isolation, making it a solid choice for critical listening in quiet environments.
What works
- Accurate, flat sound ideal for studio monitoring
- Comfortable over-ear fit with plush padding
- Includes both coiled and straight cables plus adapter
- Sturdy build quality for professional use
- Wide frequency response captures detail
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation
- Wired only, limiting mobility
- Relatively heavy at 350g
- Requires a quiet environment for best isolation
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Specifications
| Driver | 45 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 45 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 37 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 45 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 45 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 37 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Weight | 350 g |
|---|---|
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
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