Yamaha Bass Amplifier

[140 W ] I replaced my active monitors with the ELAC speakers and a Yamaha integrated amplifier. Since the ELAC has coaxial arrangement of tweeter + midrange, I felt it would work fine for near field listening. I'm very happy with the result. With nothing playing, the combination of amp with passive speakers has no background hiss. My old monitors had audible hiss and non-defeatable auto-shutoff unless the playback was kept sufficiently loud. I'm using an RME ADI-2 DAC feeding the Yamaha amp. I chose ELAC's Satin White with Oak Sides to escape the all-black look of my old monitors.

[Sealed] The Avantone CLA-200 Studio Reference Amplifier is easily the best purchase I made all year. I own a pair of Yamaha NS 10M Studio Monitors and for years I just used random amplifiers to power them. I decided this year to invest in a better quality amplifier to improve the overall sound quality of my Monitors. After weeks of research And reading countless reviews I decided to go with the CLA-200. I must say the shipping was immediate and I received the new amplifier the very next day after ordering. I can't stress how impressed I was with the sound quality the CLA-200 brought to my NS-10's. The clarity and the frequency response was just amazing. I highly recommend the CLA-200 for any and all Yamaha NS10 users. You won't be disappointed!

[50 Kilohms ] A week into this amplifier and I’m pleased with its performance and value.  The A-S301 replaces a Denon PMA-600NE which I had -- briefly.  The main problem with the Denon was the dodgy motorized volume control.  Like the motorized volume control on the A-S301, it rotates clockwise from about 7:00 to 5:00 either by hand or by using the remote.  The problems with the Denon were (1) it had almost no volume between 7:00 and about 8:30, and then the volume came on with a rush and (2) the steps using the remote were too coarse (an online review of a Marantz amplifier – same parent company – noted the same things).  I was curious how the Yamaha volume control would work, but I need not have worried.  I stuck a little orange dot on the volume knob and it was easy to tell that both the knob movement and the volume levels were aligned, and that the amplifier was capable of fine adjustment manually or with the remote.  The other nice feature about the A-S301 (and its siblings) is the loudness control.  I haven’t needed it much for contemporary CDs or FLAC files, but recently I got some FLACs and CDs of re-mastered Arturo Toscanini/NBC Symphony recordings from the early 1950s. These are mono, but adjusting both the volume and loudness greatly improved the listening experience.  Kudos to Yamaha for that feature at this price point.  I’m using a pair of Polk ES15 speakers, which is a combination that several online reviews recommend.  I also have a Polk XT10 down-firing subwoofer. My living room is not large, and the Yamaha/Polk setup makes for a very good listening experience.  The only thing I miss from the Denon is the built-in Bluetooth for listening.  I like to play music from the speakers, and also use a pair of on-ear headphones around inside the house.  I still haven’t found a good solution for that, but it certainly wasn’t a deal breaker. Taking all into consideration, and as others have noted, the A-S301 punches way above its weight.

[±0.5 dB] I own the Yamaha A-S2100, so why would I buy the A-s801 ? I discovered the sweet mid range of this amplifier, but I discovered how beautiful and full rounded this amplifier is. I am running a pair of Linton 85 anniversary edition, and the sound could not be any sweeter. It drives those speakers with authority and grace. Excellent highs and lows, and to die for mids. Gorgeous in silver, and great remote included. Get it , you will thank yourself later.

[±0.5 dB] My Yamaha amplifier died. My Hearing no longer warrants the investment in something equivalent. I wanted a unit with extremely low distortion. I have no need for internet connectivity, or Bluetooth feasibility. I never bought into surround sound or home theater. Yamaha was very helpful in helping me make a replacement choice. What I failed to consider is that electronic quality slowly degrades over time . This integrated amplifier is simply wonderful. The sound is clean, and clear; and the sound stage is far better than I recall in recent years . I would describe reproduction as “pure” rather than warm. It has already brought me great pleasure.

[0.085 lb] Needed an amplifier to run some older speakers for the TV.  I tried to use an old Yamaha integrated amp that had issues and would cost more to fix than the new cost of the PTA4.  Purchased the Pyle Pro PTA4 and could not be more pleased. KF in Richmond

[Handheld] Great mic for any kind of use. Vocals sound great as well as guitar and bass amplifier. I use this mic in my home studio and live performance.

[99.8 dB at 1 mW] The music that comes out of these $ headphones is just phenomenal especially when you use it with an amplifier. At the moment, I'm using it with the FiiO E6 and it's just absolutely fantastic. Even in Grado's consumer-friendly products (to describe it as low-tier is an insult to the product. There is nothing low about it except the crisp bass that comes out of these cans), you can tell that the company has never skimped in quality. The SR80e is a more than adequate pair of headphones for people who are just starting out with high-end audio equipment. The sound is spacious, the bass is clean and its highs are very beautiful. However, it's the mids that truly excel in these headphones. You can vividly hear every nuance in a song. I've discovered a lot of new sounds from songs and records I've listened to for years. Some people might find the cord a little bit too long but a simple twist tie would take care of it. All in all, a really great product that's has incredible value for your money.

[Vertical] I have to say that, after using these two Yamaha HS8 speakers for over two years now, I've never been happier with them. The full response - highs and lows - is really good for the price. They give me an honest audio as I to post production on my videos. I almost don't even need to add the sub-woofer for good bass (bass has always been important to me). I recommend!!!!

[Bass-Reflex] I was a skeptic before purchasing the NS-555 since they are a bass reflex speaker.I prefer acoustic suspension spkrs BUT, the Yamies are not boombing bass, very strong solid bass responce and very good mid and high range. I'm using a Yamaha HTR-5860 AV receiver,YST-215 sub woofer and NS-C444 center speaker. Using two Sony spkrs for rear but will replace them with the Yamaha NS-333. I find the complete Yamaha system i have sounds great and i get many compliments on the suround sound!! Yamaha speakers truely brings sounds to life ! I'm a YAMIE !!!!!