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Sony HT-A3000 vs Yamaha HS8

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact models · UK & US buying links

Compared products

YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Sony HT-A3000

UK HTA3000.CEK

Sony HT-A3000, official image for HTA3000.CEK
Exact model & source notes

Manufacturer specifications for Sony HT-A3000, exact part HTA3000.CEK.

Specifications checked 19 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS

4 verified differences, led by Manufacturer speaker channel layout, manufacturer audio-interface declarations and manufacturer total audio output and rating basis. Compared in full below. Not a rating.

See the 4 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

Yamaha HS8

HS8 · black · single monitor · UK and Ireland specification

Front view of a black Yamaha HS8 studio monitor with white 8-inch woofer cone and dome tweeter
Exact model & source notes

The HS8 is a single powered two-way studio monitor with a 8-inch cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter, bi-amplified at 120 W (dynamic power). It takes balanced XLR or 6.35 mm phone-jack inputs and is sold as one cabinet, so a stereo pair means buying two.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

Sony HT-A3000 UK & US retailers

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE4 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 04

Manufacturer speaker channel layout

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Sony HT-A30003.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)

Manufacturer specification · Speaker layout only. Amplifier channel counts, driver counts, virtual surround and accepted audio signal channels remain separate declarations. Speaker Layout — Speaker Structure: 3.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)

Yamaha HS8One individually packaged, two-way bi-amplified powered monitor (not a stereo pair)

Manufacturer specification · Yamaha lists packaging as Single. A stereo setup needs two units; two-way describes the LF/HF driver bands.

Explore the full specifications

Check the exact configuration. Manufacturer specifications describe the listed variant. Confirm compatibility and the seller’s exact model before buying; no overall winner is inferred from incomplete evidence.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

4 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. All are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Manufacturer speaker channel layout

In Visual facts
Sony HT-A30003.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)
Yamaha HS8One individually packaged, two-way bi-amplified powered monitor (not a stereo pair)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Speaker layout only. Amplifier channel counts, driver counts, virtual surround and accepted audio signal channels remain separate declarations. Speaker Layout — Speaker Structure: 3.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Yamaha lists packaging as Single. A stereo setup needs two units; two-way describes the LF/HF driver bands.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer audio-interface declarations

In Visual facts
Sony HT-A3000Optical-audio input, USB typeA,exFAT,FAT12 / 16 / 32,vFAT; SBC,AAC, LDAC
Yamaha HS8Balanced XLR (XLR-3-31) and balanced 6.35 mm phone jack, wired in parallel
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Original interface direction and receiver/profile wording retained. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish audio input. USB charging-only declarations are separate. Interface — Input and Output Terminals: Optical-audio input, USB typeA,exFAT,FAT12 / 16 / 32,vFAT; Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (RECEIVER): SBC,AAC, LDAC

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Analogue line inputs only; no Bluetooth, USB or optical input is listed. The two inputs are parallel, not a switchable mixer.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer total audio output and rating basis

In Visual facts
Sony HT-A3000250W
Yamaha HS8120 W total (dynamic power): LF 75 W into 4 ohms + HF 45 W into 8 ohms
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Literal manufacturer audio output declaration and its attached source footnotes. No RMS standard, channel loading or independent measurement is inferred. Consumption and electrical input are separate. Amplifier — Power Output (Total): 250W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer amplifier rating per monitor, stated as dynamic power in the owner's manual; not RMS continuous power, measured loudness or mains consumption.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer dimensions of each listed component

In Visual facts
Sony HT-A3000950mm X 64mm X 128mm
Yamaha HS8250 × 390 × 334 mm (W × H × D), per monitor
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Component, stand, bracket, axes and original units retained. No control-box, subwoofer or packaging measurement becomes the complete system dimension. Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT SIZE - BODY ONLY (W x H x D): 950mm X 64mm X 128mm

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (45)

Manufacturer-listed box contents

Sony HT-A3000Not verified
Yamaha HS8One monitor, power cord and owner's manual
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Not listed unambiguously by the manufacturer in the cited exact-model full specification table. No driver, signal-format, charging or consumption figure is substituted. · Manufacturer specification · Literal inclusions and exclusions retained; an optional compatible speaker or subwoofer is not inferred to be included.

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Single packaging. Signal cables, stands and a second monitor are not listed. Bracket screws are supplied only with the separate HS5I/HS7I/HS8I models.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer power-supply declaration

Sony HT-A3000Not verified
Yamaha HS8Built-in mains amplifier with AC IN socket and supplied power cord; operating voltage is printed on the unit's name plate
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Not listed unambiguously by the manufacturer in the cited exact-model full specification table. No driver, signal-format, charging or consumption figure is substituted. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical input requirements only. Consumption watts and an adapter named in the box do not establish supply voltage or rated audio output.

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Yamaha does not publish one universal voltage in the specification. The manual warns that the supplied cord may not suit another region, so a UK/Ireland unit and a US unit are separate regional packages; do not assume cross-region use.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Amplifier — Amplifier Channels

Sony HT-A30005ch
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Amplifier — Amplifier Channels: 5ch Amplifier — Amplifier Channels: 5ch

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Amplifier — Amplifier Type

Sony HT-A3000Digital Amplifier,S-Master
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Amplifier — Amplifier Type: Digital Amplifier,S-Master Amplifier — Amplifier Type: Digital Amplifier,S-Master

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER)

Sony HT-A3000SBC, LDAC
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER): SBC, LDAC Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER): SBC, LDAC

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Formats — HDMI eARC

Sony HT-A3000Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24but
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — HDMI eARC: Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24but Audio Formats — HDMI eARC: Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24but

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT

Sony HT-A3000Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bit
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT: Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bit Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT: Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bit

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Formats — USB

Sony HT-A3000DSD (.dsf /.dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a,.mov),AIFF (.aiff,.aif),HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg Vorbis
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — USB: DSD (.dsf / .dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a, .mov) ,AIFF (.aiff, .aif) ,HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg Vorbis Audio Formats — USB: DSD (.dsf / .dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a, .mov) ,AIFF (.aiff, .aif) ,HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg Vorbis

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX

Sony HT-A300050W
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX: 50W Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX: 50W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode)

Sony HT-A3000Less than 0.5W
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode): Less than 0.5W Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode): Less than 0.5W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode)

Sony HT-A3000Less than 3W
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode): Less than 3W Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode): Less than 3W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Details — Wall-mountable

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Wall-mountable: Yes Details — Wall-mountable: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals

Sony HT-A3000After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection)
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals: After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection) Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals: After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED

Sony HT-A3000After 20 minutes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED: After 20 minutes Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED: After 20 minutes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals

Sony HT-A30000.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected)
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals: 0.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected) [Wi-Fi port and Ethernet port have router function which can forward audio data to some other Sony audio products.] Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals: 0.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected) [Wi-Fi port and Ethernet port have router function which can forward audio data to some other Sony audio products.]

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode)

Sony HT-A3000not available
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode): not available Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode): not available

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE)

Sony HT-A30000.5 W
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE): 0.5 W Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE): 0.5 W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch

Sony HT-A3000To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off]
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch: To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off] Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch: To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off]

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDMI — BRAVIA Sync

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — BRAVIA Sync: Yes HDMI — BRAVIA Sync: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDMI — eARC

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — eARC: Yes HDMI — eARC: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDMI — HDMI CEC

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — HDMI CEC: Yes HDMI — HDMI CEC: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDMI — Number of Input/Output

Sony HT-A3000Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC)
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — Number of Input/Output: Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC) HDMI — Number of Input/Output: Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Interface — Bluetooth

Sony HT-A3000RX / TX
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — Bluetooth: RX / TX Interface — Bluetooth: RX / TX

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION

Sony HT-A3000Ver.5.0
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION: Ver.5.0 Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION: Ver.5.0

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Interface — HDCP2.2

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — HDCP2.2: Yes Interface — HDCP2.2: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Interface — IEEE802.11 version

Sony HT-A3000a / b / g / n / ac
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — IEEE802.11 version: a / b / g / n / ac Interface — IEEE802.11 version: a / b / g / n / ac

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Network Function — Network Function

Sony HT-A3000Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with Alexa
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Network Function — Network Function: Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with Alexa Network Function — Network Function: Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with Alexa

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY

Sony HT-A30004.6kg
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY: 4.6kg Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY: 4.6kg

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sound Function — Sound Effect

Sony HT-A3000Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on)
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Sound Effect: Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on) Sound Function — Sound Effect: Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sound Function — Sound Mode

Sony HT-A3000Sound Field
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Sound Mode: Sound Field Sound Function — Sound Mode: Sound Field

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology

Sony HT-A3000S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: X
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology: S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: X Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology: S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: X

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Speaker Layout — Subwoofer

Sony HT-A3000Built-in Subwoofer
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Speaker Layout — Subwoofer: Built-in Subwoofer Speaker Layout — Subwoofer: Built-in Subwoofer

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type

Sony HT-A3000Built-in Subwoofer
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type: Built-in Subwoofer Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type: Built-in Subwoofer

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection: Yes Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers)

Sony HT-A3000Yes
Yamaha HS8Not verified
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers): Yes Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers): Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Acoustic controls

Sony HT-A3000Not verified
Yamaha HS8LEVEL control; HIGH TRIM switch ±2 dB at HF; ROOM CONTROL switch 0 / −2 / −4 dB under 500 Hz
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded for this side.

Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manual switches, not automatic room correction.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

0 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Sony HT-A3000

What it brings

What to check

  • Rated audio output, electrical supply, consumption, amplifier channels, speaker layout and driver counts remain separate. Unlisted fields remain explicit unknowns.

Yamaha HS8

What it brings

  • Rated 47 Hz–24 kHz at −3 dB and 38 Hz–30 kHz at −10 dB, with separate amplifiers for the woofer and tweeter.
  • Balanced XLR and phone-jack inputs plus HIGH TRIM and ROOM CONTROL switches let the monitor be matched to studio interfaces and placed nearer walls.

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
49 of 49 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Sony HT-A3000 and Yamaha HS8
SpecificationSony HT-A3000Yamaha HS8
Manufacturer speaker channel layoutDifferent
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Speaker layout only. Amplifier channel counts, driver counts, virtual surround and accepted audio signal channels remain separate declarations. Speaker Layout — Speaker Structure: 3.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Yamaha lists packaging as Single. A stereo setup needs two units; two-way describes the LF/HF driver bands.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
3.1ch (Built-in-Subwoofer)One individually packaged, two-way bi-amplified powered monitor (not a stereo pair)
Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type: Built-in Subwoofer Subwoofer — Subwoofer Type: Built-in Subwoofer

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Built-in SubwooferNot provided
Speaker Layout — Subwoofer
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Speaker Layout — Subwoofer: Built-in Subwoofer Speaker Layout — Subwoofer: Built-in Subwoofer

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Built-in SubwooferNot provided
Woofer size
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Not provided8 in
Tweeter size
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Not provided1 in
Crossover frequency
Sources
Not provided2 kHz
Frequency response (−3 dB)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer limits at −3 dB; not interchangeable with the −10 dB range.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not provided47 Hz–24 kHz
Frequency response (−10 dB)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Not provided38 Hz–30 kHz
Manufacturer audio-interface declarationsDifferent
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Original interface direction and receiver/profile wording retained. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish audio input. USB charging-only declarations are separate. Interface — Input and Output Terminals: Optical-audio input, USB typeA,exFAT,FAT12 / 16 / 32,vFAT; Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (RECEIVER): SBC,AAC, LDAC

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Analogue line inputs only; no Bluetooth, USB or optical input is listed. The two inputs are parallel, not a switchable mixer.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Optical-audio input, USB typeA,exFAT,FAT12 / 16 / 32,vFAT; SBC,AAC, LDACBalanced XLR (XLR-3-31) and balanced 6.35 mm phone jack, wired in parallel
Interface — IEEE802.11 version
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — IEEE802.11 version: a / b / g / n / ac Interface — IEEE802.11 version: a / b / g / n / ac

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

a / b / g / n / acNot provided
Interface — Bluetooth
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — Bluetooth: RX / TX Interface — Bluetooth: RX / TX

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

RX / TXNot provided
Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION: Ver.5.0 Interface — BLUETOOTH® VERSION: Ver.5.0

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Ver.5.0Not provided
Interface — HDCP2.2
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Interface — HDCP2.2: Yes Interface — HDCP2.2: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
HDMI — Number of Input/Output
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — Number of Input/Output: Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC) HDMI — Number of Input/Output: Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Input / Output: - / 1 (eARC / ARC)Not provided
HDMI — eARC
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — eARC: Yes HDMI — eARC: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
HDMI — BRAVIA Sync
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — BRAVIA Sync: Yes HDMI — BRAVIA Sync: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
HDMI — HDMI CEC
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · HDMI — HDMI CEC: Yes HDMI — HDMI CEC: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
Audio Formats — HDMI eARC
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — HDMI eARC: Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24but Audio Formats — HDMI eARC: Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24but

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,Dolby Dual mono,DTS,DTS HD High Resolution Audio,DTS HD Master Audio,DTS ES,DTS 96 / 24,DTS: X,LPCM5ch/5.1ch/7.1ch, LPCM 192kHz/24butNot provided
Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT: Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bit Audio Formats — OPTICAL INPUT: Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bit

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Dolby Digital, Dolby Dual mono, DTS, LPCM 2ch, LPCM 48kHz/24bitNot provided
Audio Formats — USB
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — USB: DSD (.dsf / .dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a, .mov) ,AIFF (.aiff, .aif) ,HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg Vorbis Audio Formats — USB: DSD (.dsf / .dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a, .mov) ,AIFF (.aiff, .aif) ,HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg Vorbis

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

DSD (.dsf /.dff ) DSD 5.6MHz, WAV,Flac,ALAC (.m4a,.mov),AIFF (.aiff,.aif),HE AAC,AAC,MP3,Monkey Audio,WMA,Ogg VorbisNot provided
Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER): SBC, LDAC Audio Formats — BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION (TRANSMITTER): SBC, LDAC

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

SBC, LDACNot provided
Network Function — Network Function
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Network Function — Network Function: Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with Alexa Network Function — Network Function: Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with Alexa

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Chromecast built-in,Spotify Connect,Music Service Button,Works with Google Assistant, Works with AlexaNot provided
Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers): Yes Wireless Features — Wireless Surround (with optional wireless speakers): Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection: Yes Wireless Features — TV Wireless connection: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch: To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off] Eco and energy saving — Wireless Network(s) On/Off Switch: To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off]

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

To turn WiFi function and Bluetooth® function each, press HOME button and select below. 1. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Wi-Fi Connection] - [On/Off] 2. [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Receiver/Transmitter/Off]Not provided
Input sensitivity / impedance
Sources
Not provided−10 dBu / 10 kΩ
Manufacturer total audio output and rating basisDifferent
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Literal manufacturer audio output declaration and its attached source footnotes. No RMS standard, channel loading or independent measurement is inferred. Consumption and electrical input are separate. Amplifier — Power Output (Total): 250W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer amplifier rating per monitor, stated as dynamic power in the owner's manual; not RMS continuous power, measured loudness or mains consumption.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
250W120 W total (dynamic power): LF 75 W into 4 ohms + HF 45 W into 8 ohms
Manufacturer power-supply declaration
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Not listed unambiguously by the manufacturer in the cited exact-model full specification table. No driver, signal-format, charging or consumption figure is substituted. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical input requirements only. Consumption watts and an adapter named in the box do not establish supply voltage or rated audio output.

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Yamaha does not publish one universal voltage in the specification. The manual warns that the supplied cord may not suit another region, so a UK/Ireland unit and a US unit are separate regional packages; do not assume cross-region use.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not listed by the manufacturerBuilt-in mains amplifier with AC IN socket and supplied power cord; operating voltage is printed on the unit's name plate
Amplifier — Amplifier Type
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Amplifier — Amplifier Type: Digital Amplifier,S-Master Amplifier — Amplifier Type: Digital Amplifier,S-Master

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Digital Amplifier,S-MasterNot provided
Amplifier — Amplifier Channels
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Amplifier — Amplifier Channels: 5ch Amplifier — Amplifier Channels: 5ch

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

5chNot provided
Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX: 50W Details — POWER CONSUMPTION *APPROX: 50W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

50WNot provided
Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode): Less than 0.5W Details — Power consumption(on QuickStart mode): Less than 0.5W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Less than 0.5WNot provided
Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode): Less than 3W Details — Power consumption(on Remote Start mode): Less than 3W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Less than 3WNot provided
Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode): not available Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Off Mode): not available

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

not availableNot provided
Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE)
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE): 0.5 W Eco and energy saving — POWER CONSUMPTION (STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE): 0.5 W

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

0.5 WNot provided
Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED: After 20 minutes Eco and energy saving — OFF MODE / STANDBY MODE / LOW POWER MODE ACTIVATED: After 20 minutes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

After 20 minutesNot provided
Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals: 0.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected) [Wi-Fi port and Ethernet port have router function which can forward audio data to some other Sony audio products.] Eco and energy saving — Power Consumption (Network Standby Mode) – Terminals: 0.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected) [Wi-Fi port and Ethernet port have router function which can forward audio data to some other Sony audio products.]

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

0.5 W (HDMI CEC) / 3.0 W (WiFi, Bluetooth® connection, all terminals and networks connected)Not provided
Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals: After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection) Eco and energy saving — Networked Standby Mode Activated – Terminals: After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

After 20 minutes (HDMI CEC, WiFi, Bluetooth® connection)Not provided
Power consumption
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer's power-consumption rating; idle/average/maximum conditions are not defined.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not provided60 W
Sound Function — Sound Mode
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Sound Mode: Sound Field Sound Function — Sound Mode: Sound Field

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Sound FieldNot provided
Sound Function — Sound Effect
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Sound Effect: Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on) Sound Function — Sound Effect: Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on)

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

Night Mode,Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement(with Sound Field on)Not provided
Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology: S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: X Sound Function — Virtual Surround Technology: S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: X

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

S-Force PRO,Vertical Surround Engine,360 Spatial sound mapping, Dolby Speaker Virtual, DTS Virtual: XNot provided
Acoustic controls
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Manual switches, not automatic room correction.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not providedLEVEL control; HIGH TRIM switch ±2 dB at HF; ROOM CONTROL switch 0 / −2 / −4 dB under 500 Hz
Manufacturer dimensions of each listed componentDifferent
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Component, stand, bracket, axes and original units retained. No control-box, subwoofer or packaging measurement becomes the complete system dimension. Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT SIZE - BODY ONLY (W x H x D): 950mm X 64mm X 128mm

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
950mm X 64mm X 128mm250 × 390 × 334 mm (W × H × D), per monitor
Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY: 4.6kg Size & Weight — MAIN UNIT WEIGHT - BODY ONLY: 4.6kg

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

4.6kgNot provided
Details — Wall-mountable
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Manufacturer specification · Details — Wall-mountable: Yes Details — Wall-mountable: Yes

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
Weight
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

No source recorded.

Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Net weight of one monitor; the mounting-point I model is heavier.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not provided10.2 kg
Not providedMDF bass-reflex enclosure
Manufacturer-listed box contents
Sources
Sony HT-A3000

Not listed unambiguously by the manufacturer in the cited exact-model full specification table. No driver, signal-format, charging or consumption figure is substituted. · Manufacturer specification · Literal inclusions and exclusions retained; an optional compatible speaker or subwoofer is not inferred to be included.

Sony UK — HT-A3000 full specifications
Yamaha HS8

Manufacturer specification · Single packaging. Signal cables, stands and a second monitor are not listed. Bracket screws are supplied only with the separate HS5I/HS7I/HS8I models.

Yamaha HS Series (UK and Ireland) — specificationsYamaha HS Series HS8/HS7/HS5/HS8I/HS7I/HS5I/HS8S — owner's manual (English)
Not listed by the manufacturerOne monitor, power cord and owner's manual
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