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Yamaha R-N800A Review
Yamaha R-N800A

Main Features

  • 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Wifi
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v4.2
  • Weight: 25.20 lbs / 11.40 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5.94 x 17.13 x 16.56inch
MSRP: $1,400 (list price)
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Yamaha R-N800A Review
Yamaha R-N800A Yamaha R-N800A
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The R-N800A is an Streaming Integrated Amplifier by Yamaha that delivers . Thanks to its built-in DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Yamaha R-N800A lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Yamaha R-N800A has an MSRP of 1400$.

There are 5 Yamaha amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.

Yamaha Stereo Receiver Series
Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Bluetooth
Yamaha R-S202
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100 watts-ohmsYes
Yamaha R-N600A
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80 watts-ohmsYesYes
Yamaha R-N800A
100 watts-ohmsYesYes
Yamaha R-N1000A
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100 watts-ohmsYesYes
Yamaha R-N2000A
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90 watts-ohmsYesYes


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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:

  • Audiolab 6000A - MSRP 899$ - Compare w/ R-N800A
  • Rotel A12 MKII - MSRP 1100$ - Compare w/ R-N800A
  • Cambridge Audio CXA81 - MSRP 1299$ - Compare w/ R-N800A
  • NAD C 389 - MSRP 1499$ - Compare w/ R-N800A
  • Cambridge Audio CXA61 - MSRP 999$ - Compare w/ R-N800A

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.

Yamaha R-N800A Detailed Specifications

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
Yamaha R-N800A Alternatives in Streaming Amplifiers
Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Phono Stage
Yamaha R-N600A
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80 watts-ohmsYesMM
Yamaha R-N1000A
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100 watts-ohmsYesMM
Audiolab 6000A
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Cambridge Audio CXA61
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60 watts4-ohmsYesNo
NAD C 389
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130 watts4-ohmsYesMM
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