The R-N800A is an Streaming Integrated Amplifier by Yamaha that delivers . Thanks to its built-in DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Yamaha R-N800A lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Yamaha R-N800A has an MSRP of 1400$.
There are 5 Yamaha amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Yamaha Stereo Receiver Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Yamaha R-N800A is rated at 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Yamaha provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.07% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 100 watts into 8-ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.07%
When pairing the Yamaha R-N800A with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Yamaha R-N800A, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Yamaha R-N800A has total of 3 Analog inputs .
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yamaha R-N800A features built-in Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Yamaha R-N800A features two Phono Inputs which are compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
Yamaha R-N800A has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Yamaha R-N800A amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Yamaha R-N800A's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.
Yamaha R-N800A External Dimensions and Weight
Yamaha R-N800A has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 5.94inch x 17.13inch x 16.56inch (150.9mm x 435.1mm x 420.6mm ). The unit weighs
11.40kg / 25.1lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Yamaha R-N800A is approximately 1830.0cm2 / 283.7inch2.
- Width: 435.1mm (17.13")
- Height: 150.9mm (5.94")
- Depth: 420.6mm (16.56")
- Weight: 11.40 kg (25.20lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1830.0cm2 / 283.7inch2
- Volume: ~27.6 liter / 7.3 gallon
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Yamaha R-N800A by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Yamaha |
| Full Model Name |
Yamaha R-N800A |
| Amplifier Type |
Stereo Receiver |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
100 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20,000 Hz |
| THD |
0.07% |
| Minimum Impedance |
|
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
Yes |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
|
| Apple AirPlay2 |
Yes |
| DTS Play-Fi |
|
| Chromecast built-in |
|
| Roon |
|
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
|
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
3 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
|
| Headphone Output |
|
| Removable Power Cord |
|
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
150.9mm (5.94") |
| Width |
435.1mm (17.13") |
| Depth |
420.6mm (16.56") |
| Weight |
11.40 kg (25.20lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Tone Controls |
Yes |
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |