Yamaha A-S801BL Natural Sound Integrated Stereo Amplifier (Black)

There are lots of ways to use your computer as a music source. But few of them are as simple and rewarding as connecting it to the Yamaha A-S801. This integrated amplifier has a USB input, so you can play digital tunes from your computer, including high-resolution files. Of course, this amp also offers lots of power to drive your stereo speakers. There are plenty of other inputs for disc players, a turntable, and even a TV or Blu-ray player. This versatility makes the A-S801 an excellent choice for anyone looking to design a fantastic two-channel rig with digital and analog capabilities.

When you connect your computer to the A-S801's USB input, your digital tunes will benefit greatly from this amp's high-quality ESS SABRE digital-to-analog converter (DAC). It converts your digital files into analog signals, preserving all of their detail, for accurate sound. This DAC can also handle high-resolution music, including DSD files and 24-bit/192kHz PCM files. There are also optical and coaxial digital inputs — connect a TV or Blu-ray player to these inputs, and enjoy movie sound through your stereo speakers.

With digital or analog signals, this amp delivers sound that's dynamic and clear. Thanks to anti-resonance construction, a symmetrical circuit layout, and high-quality components, the A-S801 keeps distortion levels incredibly low for superb sound quality. If you need to make some adjustments as you listen, there are front-panel tone controls for bass and treble. There's also a loudness control, for bringing out more detail and depth while listening at low volume. Or, bypass these controls with Pure Direct mode, which eliminates signal degradation as your music travels a more direct circuit path. For listening to CDs, engage CD Direct Amplification — it matches the input levels of the source with the amp to further minimize noise introduced at the amplification stage.

• 100 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.019% THD
• 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
• ESS SABRE ES9010K2M digital-to-analog converter offers superb sound with digital music files
• sampling rate indicator on front panel
• ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) combines a symmetrical circuit layout along with anti-resonance construction for high-quality sound with minimal distortion
• Pure Direct mode allows music signals to travel the shortest possible route through the unit's circuitry for cleaner sound
• CD Direct Amplification mode matches input signals from CD players for higher signal-to-noise ratio
• remote control included
• detachable power cord

• optical and coaxial digital audio inputs
• 6 RCA audio inputs, including MM (moving magnet) phono input
• subwoofer output
• USB 2.0 input for music playback from a computer
  • supports DSD (2.8 MHz and 5.6 MHz) and PCM files (up to 32-bit/384 kHz)
• two pairs of RCA recording outputs
• signal-to-noise ratio: 99 dB (CD)
• two pairs of gold-plated binding-post speaker connectors with front-panel switching
• 1/4" headphone jack on front panel

• 17-1/8"W x 6"H x 16-3/16"D (measured by Crutchfield)
• weight: 26.7 lbs.
• warranty: 2 years

• Stereo integrated amplifier
• 6.5' AC power cord
• Remote control (RAS15)
• 2 "AA" batteries
• Owner's manual (En/ Fr)
• Warranty information (US/CA)
• On-line product registration information
• Yamaha A-S801 owner's manual