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Yamaha NS-F210 Review
Yamaha NS-F210 - Front View

Main Features

  • 0.875" Balanced dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 3.125" Cone Woofer
  • 50-45k Hz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 40-120watts
  • Weight:16.10 lbs / 7.30 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 41.3125"x9.3125"x9.3125" / 1049.3 x 236.5 x 236.5mm
MSRP: $250 (list price)
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Yamaha NS-F210 Review
Yamaha NS-F210 Yamaha NS-F210
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Yamaha NS-F210 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Yamaha. It was released in 2023. It features a 0.875" Balanced dome Tweeter and 2 x 3.125" Cone Woofer.

2-way bass-reflex floor-standing speaker with 2 x 3.125 inch cone and a 0.875 inch balanced dome tweeter. 86 dB sensitive, 6 ohms nominal, 50 Hz-45 kHz.

The speaker has a frequency range of 50-45k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Yamaha NS-F210 has an MSRP of 500$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Yamaha NS-F210 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-fieldGood
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomNo way

(* 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 210 Series Series of Loudspeakers

NS-F210 is a member of Yamaha's 210 Series series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Yamaha 210 Series Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Yamaha NS-C210
Compare
65-45k Hz 86 dB6Ω 2 x 3.125"
Yamaha NS-F210
50-45k Hz 86 dB6Ω 2 x 3.125"


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Frequency Response of the Yamaha NS-F210 Speaker

Yamaha NS-F210 has a Frequency response range of 50-45k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 40-120 watts. With a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, NS-F210 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

Here we have a comparison of how NS-F210's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-F210
Min
Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Yamaha NS-F210?
  • Work out the crossover setting — it follows from this speaker's 50 Hz low end
  • Powered subwoofers under $500 — a similar price range to these speakers
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 500$ (Pair), there is only one Passive Floor-standing speaker that have the deeper bass levels than the Yamaha NS-F210's 50Hz:

  • Jamo S 805 with Low Frequency of 49 Hz (Compare w/ NS-F210)

Crossover frequency of the Yamaha NS-F210?

The crossover frequency of the NS-F210 is set to 8 kHz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Yamaha NS-F210 driver frequency bands50-8kWoofer 3.13"8k-45kTweeter 0.88"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Yamaha NS-F210's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms and has a sensitivity of 86 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-F210
Min
Average
Median

Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Yamaha NS-F210 a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Yamaha NS-F210 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the Yamaha NS-F210 plays in your room →

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

What amplifier does the Yamaha NS-F210 need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 25–120 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? Integrated amplifiers under $500, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

NS-F210 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Yamaha NS-F210 External Dimensions and Weight

Yamaha NS-F210 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 41.3125 x 9.3125 x 9.3125inch (1049.3 x 236.5 x 236.5mm ).

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-F210 is approximately 559.3cm2 / 86.7inch2.

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

Weight

The Yamaha NS-F210 weighs 7.30kg / 16.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how NS-F210's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Yamaha NS-F210
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $500
Yamaha NS-F210
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Yamaha NS-F210 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-F210 come with a Grille?

NS-F210 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-F210.

  • 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-F210 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Yamaha NS-F210

Yamaha NS-F210 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Jamo S 805
Compare
2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 49-26k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Yamaha NS-F210

What amplifier do you need for the Yamaha NS-F210?

Yamaha rates the Yamaha NS-F210 for 40-120 watts of amplifier power. It is a 6-ohm speaker, which most amplifiers and receivers handle without trouble.

Is the Yamaha NS-F210 easy to drive?

The Yamaha NS-F210 has a sensitivity of 86 dB. That is on the low side, so it needs more amplifier power than average to reach the same volume.

Does the Yamaha NS-F210 need a subwoofer?

The Yamaha NS-F210 reaches down to 50Hz (full range 50-45k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the Yamaha NS-F210 use?

The Yamaha NS-F210 is a 2-way design using a 0.875" Balanced dome tweeter and 2 x 3.125" Cone woofers.

Is the Yamaha NS-F210 sealed or ported?

The Yamaha NS-F210 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-F210 be bi-wired or bi-amped?

No. The Yamaha NS-F210 has a single pair of terminals, so bi-wiring and bi-amping are not possible. It uses Binding post terminals.

Does the Yamaha NS-F210 come with grilles?

Yes. The Yamaha NS-F210 comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Yamaha NS-F210?

The Yamaha NS-F210 weighs 7.30kg / 16.1lbs each and measures 41.3125 x 9.3125 x 9.3125inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Yamaha NS-F210 cost?

The Yamaha NS-F210 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $500 per pair.


Yamaha NS-F210 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandYamaha
Full Model NameYamaha NS-F210
Speaker Type2-way Floor-standing
Power Range40-120 watts
Sensitivity86 dB
Impedance6 ohms
Frequency Response50-45k Hz
Release Date2023
DRIVERS
Woofer Size3.125-inch
Woofer CompositionCone
Tweeter Size0.875-inch
Tweeter TypeBalanced dome
Crossover freq8 kHz

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height1049.3mm ( 41.3125-inch)
Width236.5mm ( 9.3125-inch)
Depth236.5mm ( 9.3125-inch)
Height1049.3mm ( 41.3125-inch)
Weight7.3 kg (16.1 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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