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Audiolab 7000A vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated
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Audiolab 7000A

Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 7000A vs Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 7000A and NewClassic 200 Integrated, two Integrated Amplifiers from Audiolab and Parasound. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audiolab 7000A and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audiolab 7000A Key Specs

  • 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v5.0
  • Weight: 18.50 lbs / 8.40 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17.5inch x 13.4inch

Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Key Specs

  • 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Weight: 11.50 lbs / 5.23 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2-1/2inch x 17-1/4inch x 16-3/4inch

What size room are the Audiolab 7000A and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Audiolab 7000A Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Poor
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Good
Very Large Room Poor Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audiolab 7000A and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Audiolab 7000A over Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated
MSRP Price(*) 999USD vs 1,399USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Full-color Display Yes vs No Displays Album and device Info
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.003% vs 0.1% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 110 dB vs 100 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Max Bit Depth 32-bit vs 24-bit Play higher resolution range media
Base Surface Area 1510.0cm2/ 234.1inch2 vs 1870.1cm2/ 289.9inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated over Audiolab 7000A
Watts into 8-ohms 125 watts vs 70 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 125 watts vs 110 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Analog Inputs 4 vs 3 More options for connecting Analog sources
Height 64mm vs 78mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Audiolab 7000A and Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated differs from each other.

Audiolab 7000A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(Service Only)
    • USB-B
Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-B(Connect to your computer for playback)
Audiolab 7000A Back View
Audiolab 7000A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Pre-out/Main-in Loop
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Back View
Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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