What is the difference between this model and the plain, old HS8? Yamaha has both on their web site. Specs seem the same.
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Well the hs80m is the older model... the hs8s are newer.. pretty much the same.. I find the hs8s have a bit more hi's but other than that no difference... I still like the hs80m better IMO.
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The HS8 is the newer of the two. Based on the reviews I've read the frequency reponse is slightly improved: HS8 38hz-30hz, HS80M 42hz-20hz.
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Keep in mind the Powerhouse has a 50% larger engine than the Yamaha, and 20% bigger than the Honda. The Costco clone is also 80cc. It will have less sustained output, especially at altitude.
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I have not seen any difference other than a little different styling. A different year perhaps? It sounds the same and it has the same on/off switch, volume controls, etc.
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Steven L, if you read my review of this player, you should know that the other player to which I referred was the Onkyo 7030. I set them up and did an A:B comparison. With most discs, the differences were barely perceptible. On a few, the Yamaha sounded just a tiny bit "muddy" when compared to the Onkyo. My wife was unable to discern any differences. Both are excellent players. But if it helps your decision making process about getting one of these to add to your "stack," be aware that I am returning the Yamaha and getting a 2nd Onkyo.
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The primary difference appears to be cosmetic, in that the cover plate has changed (for the worse, in my opinion). Rather than the fancier script it reads "Special 20" with the word "Progressive" in the middle. The screw heads that hold the reed plate in are smaller than before, and the diameter of the screws is about half of what it was. There are a couple of other little changes too, but not worth mentioning. None of these things are a big deal in terms of playability - pretty much non-issues, really. I'd still go for the earlier model (stores have tons of them around) just on looks, the older model just has a cooler appearance. Also, you could watch for sales on these (just before Christmas Amazon had a set of 5 for $106). Still, it's a good harp.
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I've owned both and I'd say the HD650 does everything a little better. They have similar sound signatures, but the 650s are more lush with greater impact. More natural overall tone, too. It's kind of like a BMW M3 vs M5 - they're similar in every way, but the M5 is a little bigger, beefier, badder.
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I bought mine new also. Perhaps this question could be best addressed by Yamaha.
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I don't have experience with the Yamaha RXA 3010, therefore I can not make an assessment.However, I did compare it with the Integra series of processors in my previous evaluation.
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I'm not sure about the subtle differences between the Yamahas, but the r-s700 is still performing nicely for me. I keep it in a basement rack setup, to control my whol-house system. Despite being in a below-grade basement, it pulls in most of the major Chicago stations. The FM reception is not always crystal clear, but I live about 30 miles from the city and I am using the Yamaha provided antenna that came with the receiver. I would venture to guess the reception could be enhanced by some aftermarket antenna. Gino
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Siyu, Can you check this site: http://digitalpianoreviewsite.com/yamaha-p105/ As you know MIDI is a HW and SW standard. Though I never tried it, it seems that the SW is available on the P105. Good luck to you.
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I have a Yamaha P155. Without having direct experience of the answer to your question, I guess Yamaha would most certainly honour their warranty, provided the reasons are legitimate.They are a reputable company and manufacture excellent products including the P155 which is amazing value for money. I would be interested to hear how you get on. Good luck. MF
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What about the ES8228S? Does anyone know anything about it? I noticed it has a guide at the link above, but there is limited comparative information.
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I can't wait for a reviewer to get their hands on the HS20. Sounds great on paper.HS20 reportedly has Bigger CMOS sensor and faster circuits (along with a few other fixes, plus remote shutter release capable, more frames per second, SDXC, and includes a proper bayonet mounted hood).HS10 at under $400 sounded too good to be true, this sounds more like it, how it is worth the extra dough.DP Review reports the basics (propaganda):http://www.dpreview.com/news/1101/11010513fujifilmhs20exr.asp
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Hi. Please contact yamaha tech support regarding those technical questions. Thank you
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Download the manual (combined for these two) from the Yamaha website. Some differences are Party Mode (which I use to pipe out to 2 stereo speakers on the deck, VERY handy), two hdmi outs rather than one, and the front of the 777 has a big rotate knob on the left front, that spins between all the inputs (I find this VERY handy since it includes various internet channels radio all the hdmi inputs, audio inputs [think iPod and turntable], etc.), it is NOT on the 677). There may be other differences, check out the PDF manual at the Yamaha site.
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The best way to find all the differences is to go to Yamaha's site and download the user manual. It is for both models and you will see the features that one has versus the other.
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I've owned both and I'd say the HD650 does everything a little better. They have similar sound signatures, but the 650s are more lush with greater impact. More natural overall tone, too.It's kind of like a BMW M3 vs M5 - they're similar in every way, but the M5 is a little bigger, beefier, badder.