Sep 23, 2011 · The 690 sold for nearly a decade in various iterations. Probably one of Yamaha's best sellers. I have the IIs and IIIs, and a set of the 670s. They are really nice speakers if you …

The 690 has a great sound, rich and full, a bit warm but not overly so. And like some else has commented, the 12” woofer produces strong and fast bass but it’s also well balanced.

Feb 14, 2016 · Yamaha NS-690 Speakers Another top of the line Japanese speaker arrived a while back the Yamaha NS-690 speakers built in 1972. This was one of Yamaha's best selling …

Oct 20, 2012 · I wanted a NS-1000 and some AK forumers say that the NS-690 is close to the sound of the '1000, for less price. In any case, the NS-1000 seems to be a speaker that not …

Jul 12, 2016 · Yamaha NS-690 speakers built in 1972-73. Not the best but great sounding speakers ! Thank you for comment !

Oct 24, 2016 · I have spotted some Yamaha NS-690 speakers that appear to be in decent shape. I have a Yamaha CR-1020 receiver to drive them with, but I am am wondering how they stack …

Oct 30, 2006 · The Yamaha NS 690's were considered almost as good as their bigger brothers, the 1,000's, and though a little base shy by reputation were considered good enough to be …

Feb 11, 2004 · After 20 years with those, I sold them and got a nice set of Yamaha NS-1000M's, a far better speaker than either of the others. hey there, I use the 690 mk III as studio monitors …

Mar 14, 2023 · The Yamaha NS-690 is a good match for the Pioneer SX-950. Also shown is a Pioneer SA-8800ii, Yamaha NS-1 And a Crysler Speaker with the original aluminum front face.