Enjoy enhanced stereo sound with your favorite pair of speakers and the black Yamaha A-S1200 Stereo 180W Integrated Amplifier. It outputs up to 90W per channel at 8 ohms and features a switchable MM/MC phono input in addition to its five stereo RCA inputs. A 1/4" headphone jack with discrete amplification enables private listening. The A-S1200 includes a remote control as an added convenience.

2-Channel Amplifier Configuration    90W per Channel Power Output @ 8 Ohms    Mechanical Ground Concept Chassis Design    Brass Speaker Terminals    A/B Speaker Switching    Toroidal Transformer    Switchable MM/MC Phono Input    LED-Lit Level Meters

The toroidal transformer in the A-S1200 is designed to provide technical proficiency and musicality. Combined with an array of audiophile-grade hi-fi features and components, this transformer helps ensure you get the musical emotion you expect.

The level meters are both a nod to the nostalgic era of hi-fi and demonstrate the return of pure hi-fi for today's enthusiasts. Visually presenting the dynamics and pulse of the music, the level meters are designed to provide a warm feeling through their softly illuminated LEDs.

The open sound stage is engineered to provide a musical experience similar to being at a live performance.

The amplifier's low impedance design, aided by the thick ground wires, helps present an open, natural soundstage.

Cut directly from pure brass, the speaker terminals are designed to comfortably fit in your hand for simple tightening to provide a secure connection.

The A-S1200 adopts a Mechanical Ground Concept, with the bolts of the feet welded directly to the main chassis, and the large heat sink, power transformer, and block capacitors bolted directly to the chassis. This design helps avoid unwanted vibration to achieve expressive and rhythmic bass, presenting you with the groove of the music.

The chrome-plated iron feet help complete the rigid design of the amplifier.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Previous answer about 15" speakers inadequate. Would this unit support Pioneer CS-99A speakers?

A: Thank you for supplying the brand and model number of this speaker. DESCRIPTION: Pioneer CS-99A Speakers...1973-1980 Specifications Type: 5 way, 6 driver loudspeaker system Frequency Response: 25Hz to 22kHz Power Handling: 100W Crossover Frequency: 800, 2000, 5000, 1000Hz Impedance: 8Ω Sensitivity: 97dB This integrated Yamaha amplifier will drive these speakers fairly well in a small to medium sized room. But to hear their true potential, I would suggest an amplifier that delivers over 150W per channel RMS at 8 ohms.

Q: 2. Can this as 801 yamaha pair goid with jbl l100 classic 4 ohms speakers?

A: Yes the Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier is directly compatible with the JBL L100 Classic bookshelf speakers.

Q: 3. None of the A-S#01 amplifiers has a Line Out - Front panel controls don't affect REC outputs. How to connect Bluetooth XMTR?

A: The Yamaha A-S301 Stereo Integrated Amplifier (Black), BH # YAAS301BL will connect to external components via its RCA stereo (L/R) output ports on its rear panel.

Q: 4. How sensitive is the remote volume control at lower levels? My Denon PMA-600NE jumps too much from the lowest settings.

A: The loudness control will provide up to -30dB of attenuation of the Yamaha A-S301 Stereo Integrated Amplifier (Black), BH # YAAS301BL. If the volume is too low, turn down the volume, set the LOUDNESS control to the FLAT position, and then adjust the VOLUME again. The volume control functions in measured steps, either from the remote control or the volume control knob on the body of the receiver.

Q: 5. Will this work with 220 volts 50 hz

A: This product is designed to work in a standard power outlet in North America, which is 120V AC 60 Hz only.

Q: 6. Is it possible to use an equalizer with this amp

A: Unfortunately all current Receiver / Amplifiers no longer offer the option to connect a separate Equalizer like the older Receivers sold years ago. The same will apply to this Yamaha A-S801.

Q: 7. I want to connect four 6 ohm speakers to the yamaha a s501 amp and use at the same time.Do I set impedence switch on back of amp to high or low ?

A: Set to low.

Q: 8. Does this amp take Banana Plugs to hook up the speakers?

A: The Yamaha A-S301 Stereo Integrated Amplifier (Black) BH #YAAS301BL would accept banana plugs.

Q: 9. This amp, like the S501 and the S701, shows the tone controls at Bass (20 Hz) and Treble (20kHz), +/- 10 db. What does this mean? Most people can't hear anything at 20 or 20k hz anyway. Thanks

A: The +/- treble and bass controls on the Yamaha A-S301 receiver gives you control over the level of the bass and treble roll off so that you can increase the bass for enhanced bass response or decrease it if you feel the bass coming out of your particular speakers might be too strong and it would be the same for the treble.

Q: 10. it makes sense to add onto the question I had last night about the Yamaha amplifier. What you need to know is you sell the Samsung TV J5500 in 40 inch. I got the 32 inch and it has the sound choices which are driving me nuts. I got it quickly knowing the Sony 40 inch was too large for the space in the entertainment center. So you can look at what is on the back of that TV and see the outputs which would go to the amplifier and from the amp to the B & O speakers. My question again: what do I use for the TV to the amplifier connection and then the amplifier to the speakers?? I do not understand banana plugs and there is no place on the amplifier for loose end speaker wires. Thank you!!

A: The receiver offers binding posts that allows for bare wired speaker cables to be wrapped around the terminal posts for the speaker inputs:1. Connecting speaker cables:2. Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) of insulation from the end of each speaker cable.3. Twist the bare wires of the cable firmly together.4. Unscrew the knob.5. Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side of each terminal. Tighten the knob to secure the wire. The TV audio would route from the TV's digital optical output to the amplifier's digital optical input via a TOSLINK cable. Yamaha Owner's Manual: http://bit.ly/1ON0NfG