Yamaha NS-6490 Bookshelf Speakers - Black, 3-Way.
The Yamaha NS-6490 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers are an excellent choice for any home theater or stereo system. These speakers are designed to deliver high-quality sound with a frequen…
Product review summary
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The Yamaha NS-6490 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers are a great value for their price, with a 3-way acoustic suspension speaker system and a frequency response of 45 Hz - 23 kHz. They are magnetically shielded for home theater applications and have an 8" cone woofer, 4" cone mid-range, and 7/8" balanced dome tweeter. Users have found them to be great for both movies and music, with impressive bass response and good balance qualities at impressive volumes. They are also easy to pair with other components in a home sound system.
Pros:
- Great value for price
- Impressive bass response
- Good balance qualities at high volumes
- Easy to pair with other components
Cons:
- Large size may not be suitable for all spaces
- Plain black vinyl design may not be visually appealing to all users
- Cloth surrounds on woofers may not be as durable as rubber surrounds
FAQ
Q: Are these speakers available and in stock?
A: Yes, these speakers are currently available and in stock.
Q: How loud do they get without distorting?
A: These speakers can take up to 140 watts, but there is no distortion even at full power.
Q: Are these speakers made of wood?
A: The speaker cabinets are made of MDF (medium density fiberboard), but they have real wood veneers applied to the shell.
Q: What are the dimensions of these speakers?
A: The cabinet is 10-1/2 inches wide, 16 inches high, and 12 inches deep. The speaker grille increases the depth to 13 inches at the lower part of the speaker.
Q: Is this speaker compatible with Yamaha R-S201 receiver?
A: Yes, these speakers can be used with a Yamaha R-S201 receiver. They have banana plug compatible audio terminal jacks on the back of the speaker.
Q: Do these speakers connect with speaker wire?
A: Yes, these speakers connect with speaker wire. They have red and black wire push and insert speaker wire places on the back of them.
Q: Is this unit sold as a pair?
A: Yes, these speakers are sold as a pair.
Q: These speakers are listed at 140 watts. Is that total or per channel?
A: The 140 watts is per speaker. These speakers can handle up to 70 watts of nominal input power.
Q: Which is better, these Yamaha NS-6490 speakers or the ELAC Debut B6 speakers?
A: While both sets of speakers have their strengths, many audiophiles prefer the ELAC Debut B6 due to their superior design by Andrew Jones. However, for the price point, the Yamaha NS-6490 offers excellent value and sound quality.
Q: What is the size of the speaker cabinet?
A: The speaker cabinet measures 10 1/2 inches wide by 16 1/8 inches tall by 13 inches deep (including speaker grille).
Overall, the Yamaha NS-6490 speakers are a great value for their price point. They have a wide frequency response range and can be used as front or rear speakers in a home theater system or as auxiliary speakers in another room. The magnetically shielded design makes them ideal for home theater applications. Additionally, their compatibility with various receivers and easy speaker wire connections make them a versatile choice for any setup.
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| Brand | Yamaha Audio |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Audio |
| Model Number | NS-6490 |
| Category | Electronics > Home Audio > Speakers > Bookshelf Speakers |
| Weight | 26.5 pounds |
| Dimensions | 13 x 13 x 25 inches |
| First Available | December 22, 2003 |
| Product Dimensions | 13 x 13 x 25 inches |
| Item Weight | 26.5 pounds |
| ASIN | B00018Q4GA |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | NS-6490 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,185 ratings 4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #24,985 in Electronics |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | December 22, 2003 |
| Model Name | NS-6490 |
| Speaker Type | Tweeter, Woofer, Bookshelf |
| Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Home Theater |