91%
Yamaha NS-2000A
NS-2000A Floor-Standing Speaker (Each)
The NS-2000A is an impressive 3-way, 4-unit floor-standing system that provides flawlessly faithful reproduction of the original timbre and sound of all musical instruments.
- A newly developed Harmonious Diaphragm made of a blend of materials, including Zylon and spruce, for true tonal balance
- Ideal cabinet construction, designed with vibration analysis technology cultivated in our crafting of musical instruments
- Yamaha-patented Acoustic Absorber optimized for the NS-2000A
- Yamaha-patented R.S. (Resonance Suppression) Chamber for suppressing unwanted resonance
- Authentic piano finish adds to the luxurious joy of ownership
- High-quality parts for crossover circuitry, including audio capacitors made by Mundorf of Germany
- Solid brass speaker terminals for highly secure connection and luxurious feel
- Speakers sold separately, not as a pair
SOUND YOU CAN FEEL
The NS-2000A is a new generation of speaker crafted by Yamaha. Fusing exquisitely rich aesthetics with the latest advanced technologies, it delivers a unified, balanced sound field that encompasses musicality at its essence.
INSTRUMENTAL INSPIRATION
The Yamaha NS-2000A comes with the same signature gloss finish as found on our grand pianos. This elegant finish presents the speaker as stylish piece of furniture, providing a heightened sense of aesthetic even when no music is playing.
TRUE SOUND
This is sound only Yamaha can realize. We're the only brand in the world that handles audio from the moment sound is created to the moment it reaches the human ear. Simply close your eyes, feel the music in front of you, and experience the profound sensation of being closer to the artist.
TONAL BALANCE
Yamaha expresses sound as the artist intended. Reproducing sonic elements such as vocals, instruments at the right pitch requires both passion and precision. Yamaha accomplishes this through tonal balance, enriching harmonies, and recreating musicality to help you hear sounds you couldn't hear before.
PERFECTLY UNIFIED TONE
We deliver the audio of musical instruments just as they sound when played. As a world-renowned musical instrument brand, Yamaha is relentlessly committed to this mission. We created flagship speakers under the design concept of having consistent tone color throughout the entire frequency spectrum and applied unique technology to achieve it. Every speaker unit is made from a blend of ZYLON®, which has excellent sound velocity and minimal internal dispersion, and spruce, which is used in the soundboard of Yamaha grand pianos. This ensures accurate, faithful tonal expression throughout the entire audio spectrum, making the harmonies of the sound stand out and the music richer and more beautiful.
SOUND IMAGE
The position of the artist and the instruments, as well as the delicate nuances and the very atmosphere of the performance space, is stunningly reproduced. The resulting soundstage is so incredibly realistic, you’ll feel as if you were watching the performance unfold right in front of you.
TOTAL MUSIC REPRODUCTION
Our patented Resonance Suppression (R.S.) chambers are mounted on the back of the tweeter and midrange units in order to faithfully express even the subtlest nuances of musical instruments and voices. Two specially shaped tubes cancel out unwanted resonance generated behind the diaphragm without relying on conventional sound-absorbing materials. This revives the natural sound and maintains the minute musical details in the original source.
FAITHFUL MUSICAL PRESENCE
Conventional speakers use a large amount of sound-absorbing material to eliminate standing waves inside the cabinet. Unfortunately, doing so also removes much of the inherent freshness of the music. In the NS-2000A, we’ve employed our patented Acoustic Absorber resonator tube to eliminate standing waves. This patented technology minimizes the amount of absorbing material so that the original realism of music that tends to be lost by sound absorption is reproduced with full energy and dynamism.
DYNAMICS
As opposed to merely producing powerful sound, we pursue a sense of dynamics that express the contrast between stillness and motion in the music.
HIGHLY MUSICAL VIBRATION CONTROL
The basis for producing excellent sound—determining what makes the enclosure sound and where to suppress vibration—is virtually identical whether crafting musical instruments or creating speakers. The cabinet construction of the NS-2000A incorporates state-of-the-art speaker design technology that makes full use of laser vibrometers used in musical instrument research and development, as well as sophisticated Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis. The cross piece of the cabinet has been optimally reinforced ensuring solid low-frequency response, providing a secure, comfortable musical foundation without anything being lost.
PERFECTLY UNIFIED TONE
We deliver the audio of musical instruments just as they sound when played. As a world-renowned musical instrument brand, Yamaha is relentlessly committed to this mission. We created flagship speakers under the design concept of having consistent tone color throughout the entire frequency spectrum and applied unique technology to achieve it. Every speaker unit is made from a blend of ZYLON®, which has excellent sound velocity and minimal internal dispersion, and spruce, which is used in the soundboard of Yamaha grand pianos. This ensures accurate, faithful tonal expression throughout the entire audio spectrum, making the harmonies of the sound stand out and the music richer and more beautiful.
OTHER FEATURES
SEAMLESS SONIC PERFORMANCE
Representative of the flagship series, the NS-2000A adopts the highest quality parts for the crossover circuit. The MCap® SUPREME Classic audio capacitor made by Mundorf of Germany, renowned as the pinnacle in audio-use capacitor, is used along with a huge woofer coil.
SOLID CONNECTIVITY
Cut from pure brass, the large screw-type speaker terminals allow for easy and firm tightening, creating a highly secure connection and delivering absolute signal integrity.
HIGH-QUALITY FEEL
The speaker terminals feature an original design with a shape that comfortably fits your fingers allowing for effortless tightening.
WATT RECOMMENDS
Save your favorites. Compare them anytime.
Create a free HiFi Hub account to save products to your Wishlist and compare your favorites side by side.
Professional Reviews 91/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
90/100
Build Quality
96/100
Value for Money
92/100
With deep bass authority, a silky treble, and a wide, layered soundstage, the NS-2000A aims high and largely lands there. Audioholics praised its control and dynamics, while SoundStage Solo highlighted its refined, non-fatiguing flow. Add luxury-grade finishing, and it becomes a serious statement speaker.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Delivers strong, controlled bass with real extension and punch, often eliminating the need for a subwoofer.
Produces a spacious, layered soundstage with precise imaging and convincing venue ambience.
Offers clean, refined treble that stays detailed without becoming sibilant or fatiguing.
Built and finished to an exceptionally high standard, with a luxury feel that reviewers felt justified the price.
&
Cons
The midrange is measured as recessed relative to the treble, which can make the speaker sound a little forward or crisp in some setups.
It is somewhat placement-sensitive, especially if aimed directly at the listening position, and works best with careful setup.
Bass is excellent for most music, but extreme bassheads may still want a subwoofer for the deepest low-end demands.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 90/100
Reviewers consistently describe a refined, highly capable presentation with real scale and finesse. The sound is praised as full-bodied and all-encompassing, with one review calling the overall presentation fantastic and another highlighting superb sound quality when the speakers are correctly placed.
Bass
90/100
The bass is described as strong, punchy, and capable of reaching down to 25Hz in-room, with kick drums having palpable impact and no need for a subwoofer for most users. At the same time, one reviewer notes it is a little more restrained than some rivals, so it sounds controlled rather than overblown.
Mid
86/100
The midrange is often described as smooth, well balanced, and musically engaging, with vocals and low-mids holding attention well. There is, however, a meaningful complaint from Audioholics that the midrange is recessed relative to the treble, which tempers the otherwise positive showing.
Treble
92/100
The treble is widely praised for being crisp, refined, and silky, with good detail and no real sibilance. One review does note it is not as extended as some competing designs, but the overall impression is of a clean, non-fatiguing top end with plenty of air.
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
Reviewers describe a wide, expansive stage with beautiful layering and a convincing sense of space. Imaging is also reported as precise, and the speakers are said to recreate venue acoustics in a lifelike way when properly set up.
Dynamics
93/100
Dynamics are a clear strength, with the speakers said to play loudly without strain and to deliver lightning speed, aggression, and refinement. They are also described as staying enjoyable at lower volumes, which suggests both strong macrodynamic ability and good low-level expression.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
96/100
Build quality draws repeated superlative praise, from an impeccable fit and finish to a heavy, solid cabinet with a luxury-class feel. Reviewers also highlight the lacquered finish, quality hardware, and the impression that these are built to last as heirloom-level products.
Value for Money
92/100
Despite the premium asking price, reviewers repeatedly say the NS-2000A earns its keep and is not overpriced. They frame it as a luxury product that still feels worth the money, with no strong sense that cheaper alternatives clearly eclipse it in this class.
Reviews
Online Reviews & Mentions
YouTube Reviews
Forum Mentions
No forum mentions found yet
Verified Dealers
Online Dealers
All Dealers
Zoom out the map to see more dealers
Authorized dealers for Yamaha NS-2000A
- Absoulute Audio plus Video — in-store — Aiken, South Carolina, United States (website)
- The Music Room — online and in-store — Erie, Colorado, United States (website)
- 138 Quaiduson — online and in-store — Lille, Hauts-de-France, France (website)
- A1 Futureshop — online and in-store — North Rocks, New South Wales, Australia (website)
- Abt Electronics — online and in-store — Glenview, Illinois, United States (website)
- Accessories 4 less — online and in-store — Apopka, Florida, United States (website)
- Acclaim Sound and Light — in-store — North Bay, Ontario, Canada (website)
- Acoustic Sound Design — in-store — Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (website)
- Acoustic Sounds — online and in-store — Salina, Kansas, United States (website)
- Acton Gate Audio — online and in-store — Cymru, United Kingdom (website)
and 260 more verified dealers