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title: "NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black"
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# Waveguide horn tech 5" PMD cone woofer 60W nominal power NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black

**Brand:** yamaha
**Price:** $991.00
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game—because your ears deserve the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black by yamaha
- **How much does it cost?** $991.00 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1173976-ns-333-2-way-bass-reflex-bookshelf-speakers-pair-black)

## Best For

- yamaha enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yamaha brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Focused Sound Delivery:** Waveguide horns minimize sound reflection, directing every note straight to your ears for immersive listening.
- • **Powerful & Precise Bass:** 5-inch PMD cone woofer delivers tight, deep bass that fills your space without distortion—perfect for your curated playlists.
- • **Robust 60W Nominal Power:** Handles up to 150W music power effortlessly, ensuring your sound stays clean and dynamic even at high volumes.
- • **Sleek Piano Black Finish:** A stylish statement piece that complements your modern workspace or living room, blending performance with elegance.
- • **Pure Yamaha Natural Sound:** Experience crystal-clear highs and warm mids with zero coloration, crafted for audiophiles who demand authenticity.

## Overview

The YAMAHA NS-333 bookshelf speakers pair advanced 5-inch PMD cone woofers with 1-inch aluminum dome tweeters, powered by 60 watts nominal and 150 watts peak, enhanced by waveguide horn technology for precise sound direction. Finished in elegant piano black, these speakers deliver natural, distortion-free audio ideal for home theater and music enthusiasts seeking premium sound in a compact form.

## Description

Product description NS-333 Bookshelf Home Theater Speakers Two Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speaker System Yamaha's NS-333 speaker system has been designed specifically for home theater applications. The bookshelf speaker is a bass-reflex design that can be used for main or surround channels and incorporates a 5" Polymer-Injected Mica Diaphragm (PMD) cone woofer and a 1” aluminum dome tweeter. For improved imaging, the tweeter utilizes Yamaha's exclusive waveguide horn. Waveguide Horn Unlike most homes, movie theaters use sound-absorbing materials on walls and ceilings. The result is that the sound reaching your ears is the sound wave produced by the speakers rather than reflected off the walls. Yamaha has created waveguides that significantly reduce reflected sound and increase the proportion of directly generated sound waves reaching your ears. The result is a clear and precise sense of sound direction and placement. Internally Wired with Monster Cable Yamaha has chosen to ensure optimum sound quality by internally wiring some of the components with Monster Cable. This ensures a clean, clear signal from the crossover network to the speaker driver. Magnetic Shielding The speaker is magnetically shielded, so it can be placed on a TV or video monitor without degrading the picture via stray magnetic fields. Performance Enhanced by a Handsome Cabinet The EF series speakers are enclosed in an Elliptical Form cabinet with a high gloss black piano finish, which provides solid construction with minimal sound diffraction. New Grill Design New grill design and grill cloth provide an attractive and acoustically transparent protective cover for the drivers. Features

Review: Impeccable sound, beautifully finished. - Let me start off by admitting that I'm a Yamaha fan. I've owned Yamaha audio equipment in one form or another since the early 80s and for a while I sold Yamaha audio equipment in what used to be called a "stereo store". As part of my sales training, I was invited to the Yamaha west coast facility in Buena Park to see their entire home audio product line and to hear a little bit about Yamaha's history and focus. I was pretty impressed with Yamaha's dedication to their "Natural Sound" philosophy - in other words, their mission of reproducing sound without artifact or coloration by using hand-picked components in collaboration with superior manufacturing practices. It is a philosophy that is fully realized in these small speakers. How do they sound? They sound every bit as good as the material the are reproducing (they add or subtract nothing). Highs are bright and clean (not brittle), mids are warm and open (without muddle) and the staging is very good. Lows are tight and relatively deep - good enough for most music, but a subwoofer will definitely be needed if you're looking to use these in a home theater configuration. As noted elsewhere, these are relatively power hungry little boxes. You won't get the best that these have to offer at less than 60 watts per channel. I'm running mine at 100 watts per channel and they are performing beautifully. I detect no strain at high volume. It's very hard to imagine a better speaker in this size at this price. Their sound and performance is as good as it gets and the finish (piano black lacquer) is a work of art. I've owned mine for 6 years now and am as satisfied with them now as I was the day I unboxed them.
Review: Totally pleased! - I recently upgraded my AV equipment, purchasing several items from desertcart ( Pioneer VSX-821-K 5.1 Home Theater Receiver, Glossy Black , and Yamaha NS-C444 2-Way Center Channel Speaker , NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair), and Yamaha NS-SW210BL Advanced YST II Subwoofer - Each (Black) ). The reviews were key in making my choices, as were considerations of size (due to the fit into the entertainment cabinet) and "wifely boundaries" concerning what could go where. Floor towers were out! ). I'm amazed by the diversity of opinion - although largely favorable - expressed in the reviews, as with the reviews for the Yamaha NS-C444. Using desertcart reviews is, for me, a necessity. Filtering them for relevance and credibility is also necessary, eh? Growing up in the early hey days of Rock n' Roll (Chuck Berry, anyone?), my hearing is not what it once was. Still, the audio quality of the Yamaha speakers exceeds expectations. The response across frequencies is pleasing, with no overemphasis that I can detect (based on many hours of listening to a variety of music on Pandora). An obsessive audiophile or musicologist might find something lacking, and prefer studio grade speakers. Of course, such speakers cost an arm and a leg. For a fussy consumer like myself, these are perfect. For me, the speakers are optimal fits on the price point-performance graph. As noted, the "piano finish" on the bookshelf and center speakers will be pleasing to most. The subwoofer has a lesser quality but adequate finish on wood. The size and weight of these speakers are listed in the specifications. However, they seem larger and heavier than I anticipated. Which is not a problem, per se, but if space is tight, some careful measuring is in order. Having read the power specifications on the Yamaha pages, the power demand is less than anticipated. The Pioneer receiver easily handles the load, generating minimal heat even over several hours of listening to music at a moderately high volume. The audio environment for the equipment is located in a large ca. 25x25 room with a twelve foot ceiling and one wall that is almost entirely glass. The auto sound setup feature of the Pioneer made the appropriate adjustments - at least to my ears - for the system. Room size might be a relevant consideration for others, but the system has no problem filling the local environment with pleasing sound. Finally, the Yamaha speakers are a significant audio upgrade over the more expensive but much older JVC speakers they replaced. Alas, wifely veto precludes replacing the older JVC rear speakers (which admittedly blend into the wall quite nicely).

## Features

- 5 inch PMD cone woofer and 1 inch aluminum dome tweeter in each speaker
- Waveguide horns reduce reflected sound while directing more sound waves to your ears
- 60 watts nominal power; 150 watts music power
- Monster Cable internal wiring ensures clean, clear signal
- Each speaker measures 7 to 7/8 by 12 to 5/8 by 8 to 3/8 inches (width by height by depth)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0000W4U1S |
| Additional Features | Built In Microphone |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Music,Home Theater |
| Audio Driver Size | 5 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | #70,457 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #137 in Bookshelf Speakers |
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Built-In Media | 5-inch PMD cone woofer, 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter, Monster Cable internal wiring |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Home Theater |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Control Method | App |
| Controller Type | Corded Electric |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 141 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027108916781 |
| Impedance | 6 Ohms |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16"D x 16"W x 11.75"H |
| Item Weight | 25.6 Pounds |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Model Name | NS-333 |
| Model Number | NS-333 |
| Mounting Type | Shelf Mount |
| Number Of Circuits | 2 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 2 |
| Power Source | AC |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 120 Watts |
| Speaker Size | 5 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Theatre |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 5 Inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| UPC | 027108916781 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Five years parts & labor |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Diameter | 12.7 Centimeters |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Yamaha
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Mounting Type:** Shelf Mount
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 120 Watts

## Images

![NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719hk2tkuiL.jpg)
![NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MnhYmUi5L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do these compare to the NS-555s? I need to replace my floor standing 555s with equal-or-better wall-mounted bookshelf speakers.**
A: I have the 777's as my main front L/R and the 333's as my 4 surrounds.  The 333's are less responsive in the low end then my 777's (as expected) but if you have a sub to fill in then I wouldn't be concerned with a theater environment.  Overall I am very satisfied with the performance of the 333's and am considering getting more for my office stereo (the low end response is sufficient for music).  They are not a small speaker (check dimensions) but if you have the right wall bracket (or shelf as I have) they are great.

**Q: What is the frequency respond of those speakers?**
A: Manufacturer's Specifications: http://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio-visual/speaker-systems/home-speaker-systems/ns-333/Frequency Response: 65 Hz - 35 kHzImpedance: 6 OhmsInput Power (Max/Normal): 150W / 60W

**Q: Do these have mounting brackets or receptive screw in mounts on back?  thanks**
A: It has a pre-drilled, single-holed bracket to mount on a wall. I would recommend to place a thick felt or rubber/silicone feet to the backside or bottoms of the speakers, so not to scratch wall or mar piano finish to bottom of speakers. These NS Series (333s, 444s, 555s, and 777s) are a fantastic deal considering the realistic sound which these speakers reproduce. All my speakers in these series (excluding the larger 777s), require time to be broken in. Mine took half a year of very infrequent music and movie watching via A/V system. You will discern a big difference of the sound once they are broken in. I knew it when as I was listening to a movie's intro. The sound was very room-encompassing. Enjoy the quality of Yamaha NS speakers and the elegant glossy finish.

**Q: What cable would be the best for connecting these speakers to my Yamaha receiver?  What AWG would I need for the best possible quality sound?**
A: Although not necessary for this speakers or home use, try to get the lowest AWG cable and as short as possible. Cable acts as a resistor between the amp and the speakers, so the more AWG the thinner the cable. Think a cable as a water hose, the longer the water the heavier is push out the water and the thinner the water hose, more difficult to pass water.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impeccable sound, beautifully finished.
*by T***N on September 9, 2017*

Let me start off by admitting that I'm a Yamaha fan. I've owned Yamaha audio equipment in one form or another since the early 80s and for a while I sold Yamaha audio equipment in what used to be called a "stereo store". As part of my sales training, I was invited to the Yamaha west coast facility in Buena Park to see their entire home audio product line and to hear a little bit about Yamaha's history and focus. I was pretty impressed with Yamaha's dedication to their "Natural Sound" philosophy - in other words, their mission of reproducing sound without artifact or coloration by using hand-picked components in collaboration with superior manufacturing practices. It is a philosophy that is fully realized in these small speakers. How do they sound? They sound every bit as good as the material the are reproducing (they add or subtract nothing). Highs are bright and clean (not brittle), mids are warm and open (without muddle) and the staging is very good. Lows are tight and relatively deep - good enough for most music, but a subwoofer will definitely be needed if you're looking to use these in a home theater configuration. As noted elsewhere, these are relatively power hungry little boxes. You won't get the best that these have to offer at less than 60 watts per channel. I'm running mine at 100 watts per channel and they are performing beautifully. I detect no strain at high volume. It's very hard to imagine a better speaker in this size at this price. Their sound and performance is as good as it gets and the finish (piano black lacquer) is a work of art. I've owned mine for 6 years now and am as satisfied with them now as I was the day I unboxed them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Totally pleased!
*by M***E on July 13, 2012*

I recently upgraded my AV equipment, purchasing several items from Amazon ( Pioneer VSX-821-K 5.1 Home Theater Receiver, Glossy Black , and Yamaha NS-C444 2-Way Center Channel Speaker , NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair), and Yamaha NS-SW210BL Advanced YST II Subwoofer - Each (Black) ). The reviews were key in making my choices, as were considerations of size (due to the fit into the entertainment cabinet) and "wifely boundaries" concerning what could go where. Floor towers were out! <g>). I'm amazed by the diversity of opinion - although largely favorable - expressed in the reviews, as with the reviews for the Yamaha NS-C444. Using Amazon reviews is, for me, a necessity. Filtering them for relevance and credibility is also necessary, eh? Growing up in the early hey days of Rock n' Roll (Chuck Berry, anyone?), my hearing is not what it once was. Still, the audio quality of the Yamaha speakers exceeds expectations. The response across frequencies is pleasing, with no overemphasis that I can detect (based on many hours of listening to a variety of music on Pandora). An obsessive audiophile or musicologist might find something lacking, and prefer studio grade speakers. Of course, such speakers cost an arm and a leg. For a fussy consumer like myself, these are perfect. For me, the speakers are optimal fits on the price point-performance graph. As noted, the "piano finish" on the bookshelf and center speakers will be pleasing to most. The subwoofer has a lesser quality but adequate finish on wood. The size and weight of these speakers are listed in the specifications. However, they seem larger and heavier than I anticipated. Which is not a problem, per se, but if space is tight, some careful measuring is in order. Having read the power specifications on the Yamaha pages, the power demand is less than anticipated. The Pioneer receiver easily handles the load, generating minimal heat even over several hours of listening to music at a moderately high volume. The audio environment for the equipment is located in a large ca. 25x25 room with a twelve foot ceiling and one wall that is almost entirely glass. The auto sound setup feature of the Pioneer made the appropriate adjustments - at least to my ears - for the system. Room size might be a relevant consideration for others, but the system has no problem filling the local environment with pleasing sound. Finally, the Yamaha speakers are a significant audio upgrade over the more expensive but much older JVC speakers they replaced. Alas, wifely veto precludes replacing the older JVC rear speakers (which admittedly blend into the wall quite nicely).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow
*by G***Y on January 14, 2013*

Let's just say these speakers are worth every penny. I had looked and sampled several speaker setups from many different manufacturers over the last several years (Basically everything in my local store) so i decided to go online. Anyway, I connected everything up and they sounded AWESOME from the the start. Most setups I have had to tweak the EQ to get things to sound right but these were great without any modifications. In fact after I ran them through the break-in period they sound better and better every time I use them. Most speakers you can hear where the sound is coming from but these project the sound into the room surrounding you with music. Did I mention they were AWESOME! No need to turn on the simulated surround or any other sound fields for that mater. Currently I'm using them as my mains but when I can save up some more cash I'll be swapping them to the rear speakers and get the NS-555's. If you simply need a set of bookshelf speakers for music these bad boys are all you will need. Some have reported the lack of bass but that isn't entirely true. Yes, these will not rattle your core (that's what a sub is for) but they do a very good job at reproducing the low end for music reproduction. In fact these speakers are very good at reproducing the entire frequency range. The reason I'm upgrading to the NS-555 for the main and setting these in the surround position is because the NS-555 are floor models and will look better with my setup but the NS-333 can handle it on their own. I would consider myself an audiophile. I'm always looking for the best and I run professional audio equipment at my church for live concerts (indoor and outdoor performances). I hope my review helps you in your decision.

## Frequently Bought Together

- YAMAHA NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Black
- Yamaha Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black (NS-SW100BL)
- YAMAHA NS-C444 2-Way Center Channel Speaker Each (Black)

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