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Yamaha NS-2000A Review
Yamaha NS-2000A - Front View

Main Features

  • 1.25" Dome Tweeter
  • 3.25" Midrange
  • 2 x 6.5" Cone Woofer
  • 34-65k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 60-200watts
  • Weight:72.30 lbs / 32.79 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 44.625"x13"x18.125" / 1133.5 x 330.2 x 460.4mm
MSRP: $4,300 (list price)
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Yamaha NS-2000A is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Yamaha. It was released in 2023. It features a 1.25" Dome Tweeter, 1 x 3.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Cone Woofer.

3-way bass-reflex floor-standing speaker with 2 x 6.5 inch cone, a 3.25 inch dome midrange and a 1.25 inch dome tweeter. 88 dB sensitive, 6 ohms nominal (3.5 ohms minimum), 34 Hz-65 kHz (-10 dB), -100 kHz (-30 dB).

The speaker has a frequency range of 34-65k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Yamaha NS-2000A has an MSRP of 8600$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Yamaha NS-2000A is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

Yamaha's A Series Series of Loudspeakers

NS-2000A is a member of Yamaha's A Series series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Yamaha A Series Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Yamaha NS-800A
Compare
40-65k Hz 86.5 dB6Ω 1 x 6.5"
Yamaha NS-2000A
34-65k Hz 88 dB6Ω 2 x 6.5"
Yamaha NS-600A
Compare
47-65k Hz 85.5 dB6Ω 1 x 5.125"


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Frequency Response of the Yamaha NS-2000A Speaker

Yamaha NS-2000A has a Frequency response range of 34-65k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 60-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 34 Hz, NS-2000A delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

Here we have a comparison of how NS-2000A's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-2000A
Min
Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Yamaha NS-2000A?
  • Work out the crossover setting — it follows from this speaker's 34 Hz low end
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 10000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Yamaha NS-2000A's 34Hz:

  • PSB Synchrony T600 with Low Frequency of 24 Hz (Compare w/ NS-2000A)
  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ NS-2000A)
  • GoldenEar Triton Five with Low Frequency of 26 Hz (Compare w/ NS-2000A)
  • Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ NS-2000A)
  • MartinLogan Motion XT F200 with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ NS-2000A)

On the treble side, with its upper limit of 65 kHz, Yamaha NS-2000A has the highest frequency level among the Floor-standing speakers in our database.


Crossover frequency of the Yamaha NS-2000A?

NS-2000A is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange is set to 750 Hz and the crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 3500 Hz.

Yamaha NS-2000A driver frequency bands34-750Woofer 6.5"750-3.5kMidrange 3.25"3.5k-65kTweeter 1.25"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Yamaha NS-2000A's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.5 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 88 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-2000A
Min
Average
Median

Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Yamaha NS-2000A a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

88dB of the Yamaha NS-2000A is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Yamaha NS-2000A plays in your room →

Running more than one pair from a single amplifier? Check the load it would present →

Minimum Impedance of the Yamaha NS-2000A

Even though the nominal impedance of the NS-2000A is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Yamaha is 3.5 ohms Yamaha NS-2000A so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.

What amplifier does the Yamaha NS-2000A need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 16–200 W per channel into 6 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery — not just watts.

Prefer to browse? See every integrated amplifier we cover.

Input Type

NS-2000A features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Yamaha NS-2000A External Dimensions and Weight

Yamaha NS-2000A has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 44.625 x 13 x 18.125inch (1133.5 x 330.2 x 460.4mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Yamaha NS-2000A is approximately 1520.2cm2 / 235.6inch2.

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →  ·  Work out where they should sit in the room →

Weight

The Yamaha NS-2000A weighs 32.79kg / 72.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how NS-2000A's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-2000A
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $10000
Yamaha NS-2000A
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Yamaha NS-2000A has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Does the Yamaha NS-2000A come with a Grille?

NS-2000A comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Yamaha NS-2000A.

  • Speaker Cable and Connectors
    • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
    • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
    • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Yamaha NS-2000A speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Yamaha NS-2000A

Yamaha NS-2000A Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Yamaha NS-800A
Compare
2-way 86.5 dB 6 ohms 40-65k Hz
Yamaha NS-600A
Compare
2-way 85.5 dB 6 ohms 47-65k Hz
GoldenEar Triton Five
Compare
2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 26-35k Hz
MartinLogan Motion XT F200
Compare
3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 27-25k Hz
PSB Synchrony T600
Compare
3-way 89 dB 4 ohms 24-23k Hz
KLH Kendall
Compare
3-way 96 dB 8 ohms 25-23k Hz
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G
Compare
3-way 90.5 dB 8 ohms 27-35k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Yamaha NS-2000A

What amplifier do you need for the Yamaha NS-2000A?

Yamaha rates the Yamaha NS-2000A for 60-200 watts of amplifier power. It is a 6-ohm speaker, which most amplifiers and receivers handle without trouble.

Is the Yamaha NS-2000A easy to drive?

The Yamaha NS-2000A has a sensitivity of 88 dB. That is about average for a home speaker, so it is neither hard nor especially easy to drive.

Does the Yamaha NS-2000A need a subwoofer?

The Yamaha NS-2000A reaches down to 34Hz (full range 34-65k Hz). That is genuinely deep bass - a subwoofer is optional unless you want home-theatre effects below that.

What drivers does the Yamaha NS-2000A use?

The Yamaha NS-2000A is a 3-way design using a 1.25" Dome tweeter, a 3.25" midrange and 2 x 6.5" Cone woofers.

Is the Yamaha NS-2000A sealed or ported?

The Yamaha NS-2000A uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Can the Yamaha NS-2000A be bi-wired or bi-amped?

No. The Yamaha NS-2000A has a single pair of terminals, so bi-wiring and bi-amping are not possible. It uses Binding post terminals.

Does the Yamaha NS-2000A come with grilles?

Yes. The Yamaha NS-2000A comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Yamaha NS-2000A?

The Yamaha NS-2000A weighs 32.79kg / 72.1lbs each and measures 44.625 x 13 x 18.125inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Yamaha NS-2000A cost?

The Yamaha NS-2000A has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $8,600 per pair.


Yamaha NS-2000A Detailed Specifications

General
BrandYamaha
Full Model NameYamaha NS-2000A
Speaker Type3-way Floor-standing
Power Range60-200 watts
Sensitivity88 dB
Impedance6 ohms
Frequency Response34-65k Hz
Release Date2023
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer CompositionCone
Tweeter Size1.25-inch
Tweeter TypeDome
Midrange Size3.25-inch
Crossover freq750 Hz/3.5 kHz

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height1133.5mm ( 44.625-inch)
Width330.2mm ( 13-inch)
Depth460.4mm ( 18.125-inch)
Height1133.5mm ( 44.625-inch)
Weight32.79 kg (72.3 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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