At a glance
Yamaha NS-6490 in 5 facts
- Type: Speaker
- Frequency response: 45 Hz to 23 kHz
- Sensitivity: 90 dB
- Impedance: 8 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 7.3/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
After spending some time with the Yamaha NS-6490 speakers, I find them to offer an admirable balance of sound and affordability. Their three-way design ensures a comprehensive audio experience, particularly when paired with a subwoofer for enhanced bass. While they lack the robustness of their predecessors, the NS-6490 compensates with versatility and straightforward usability. Issues like mid-range adjustments and build quality are notable, but these speakers still present a worthwhile choice for budget-conscious users searching for decent bookshelf speakers. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Drivers
- 1x 0.88" Tweeter + 1x 8" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 45 Hz to 23 kHz
- Crossover frequency
- 3 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 90 dB
- Impedance
- 8 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 70 W
- Maximum SPL
- 110 dB
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Sealed (Acoustic Suspension)
- Port tuning frequency
- 55 Hz
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Magnetically shielded
- Yes
- Removable grille
- Yes
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Floor, Stand
- Height
- 21.5 in 546 mm
- Width
- 12.5 in 318 mm
- Depth
- 13.4 in 340 mm
- Weight
- 32 lb 14.5 kg
- Colors
- Black
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
The Yamaha NS-6490 isn't sold new any more.
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