Yamaha - A-S801 320W 2-Ch. Integrated Amplifier - Silver
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Specifications
- Speaker TypeBookshelf
- Key Specs
- Speaker Type: Bookshelf
- General
- Brand: Yamaha
- Model Number: A-S801SL
- Product Name: A-S801 320W 2-Ch. Integrated Amplifier
- Color: Silver
- Audio
- Speaker Type: Bookshelf
- Minimum Frequency Response: 20 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 20 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Number of Speakers: 1
- Connectivity
- Speaker Connectivity: Wireless
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Audio Only Inputs: 1 x 3.5mm audio
- Network Connector(s): 1 x 3.5mm mono in
- Speaker Wire Connection Type: Banana Jack/Screw Terminals
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 17.1 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 15.25 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 26.7 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 027108948843
Enjoy hi-fi audio with this Yamaha A-S801 A-S801SL integrated amplifier, which features ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) for stunning sound quality and supports speaker A, B or A+B selection for flexible playback.
- 320W maximum power: 160W x 2 @ 4 ohms, 1KHz, 0.7% THD for powerful sound. Also supports 200W RMS power (100W x 2 @ 8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.019% THD).
- Speaker A, B or A+B selection: Plus speaker terminals for up to 2 systems allows you to connect to speaker systems in different rooms and easily switch between them or play the same audio in multiple areas simultaneously.
- ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology): Utilizes a direct signal path, ART (Anti-Resonance and Tough) Base, solid center bar and custom-made power transformer to offer rich, high-quality sound.
- ESS Technology SABRE32 audio DAC: Provides highly precise processing and easily handles large amounts of audio data.
- CD direct amplification: Enables a direct connection to your CD player (not included) for an optimal signal-to-noise ratio. Pure Direct mode bypasses the buffer amp and tone, loudness and balance controls for pure sound.
- Plug-and-play setup: Simplifies installation.
- USB DAC function with DSD support (2.8MHz/5.6MHz): With PCM up to 384KHz/32-bit lets you directly connect to a compatible computer for high-resolution playback.
- Continuously variable loudness control: Allows you to select a desired volume level, provides optimal tonal balance at most listening levels and compensates for natural loss at high and low frequencies when playing music at low levels.
- Compatible with YBA-11 Bluetooth wireless adapter (not included): So you can wirelessly stream music with crystal clarity from compatible audio sources.
Whats Included
- A-S801 320W 2-Ch. Integrated Amplifier
- AC power cable
- Remote
- Owner's manual
A: Marketing in the audio business can be confusing at times. Let me clear this up. No matter who the manufacturer is, they all advertise the same way. The lower the "resistance" (measured in ohms) the more power/electricity can be conducted. If a speaker has a resistance rating of 8 ohms, it wont be able to receive as much electricity as any comparable 4 ohm speaker even though they're using the same amp, set up and wire. This causes marketing to throw around a bunch of different specs in the air, willy-nilly. Often times, the people creating the product sale page on their website don't even understand what specs are what. Tech can be confusing. When ever a company advertises a devices "Peak Power", they will advertise it at a its lowest usable resistance (4ohms). 2 Channels Driven @ 4ohms, this amp does indeed provide 160 + 160 power, but that's not how you will use this device most likely. If you're driving 4 ohm speakers, you need a better amp than this and you should probably just buy "seperates". The real statistic you will be looking for when shopping an amp or receiver is going to be RMS power for 2 channels driven @ 8ohms 20hz - 20khz. This specific amp is is 100w + 100w (200w RMS). This amp will work great for any 6 or 8ohm rated speaker. It is loud as heck!
Q: What is considered a "compatible computer" that DAC feature refers to?
A: Yamaha requires installing a Yamaha software driver for either Windows or Mac. There is no driver available for Linux, so it won't work for example on the Bryston BDP-Pi digital music server, which uses an embedded Linux computer.
A: High end equipment frequently appears to have lower ratings. In reality the power is pure.....not inflated. When I have friends over they are amazed at the performance running two sets of 8 ohm speakers....I have never turned it up beyond half....at that point you have to raise your voice to speak. No one realizes the volume because the distortion is nil. I run it through Definitive Technology 9020 towers and DF D7 bookshelf speakers. Again, more volume anyone would ever need in their home.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great amp
Sounds awesome through Bluetooth devices. I have an audioengine B1 through optical. Klipsch F2s and a Polk PSW10. Steaming through my phone is excellent.
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Greg Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for entry audiophiles
Power, warm tone, and beautiful vintage styling. This Amp is perfect for anyone getting into a 2 channel music setup. Highly recommended!
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hys33 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Amp, excellent design
Looked at Marantz Onkyo NAD, and Soneys 2000 $ amps, and listened to many audio files expressing their opinions on U Tube, I finally came to my decision to purchase this Amp, and I’m happy I did! The silver version is beautiful!
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