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Audiolab 8300A vs Audiolab 6000A Play
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Audiolab 8300A

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 6000A Play

Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 8300A vs Audiolab 6000A Play Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Audiolab. Audiolab 8300A is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the 6000A Play is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audiolab 8300A and Audiolab 6000A Play first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audiolab 8300A Key Specs

  • 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • HDMI Input (Arc)
  • Weight: 17.19 lbs / 7.80 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/8inch

Audiolab 6000A Play Key Specs

  • 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 17.41 lbs / 7.91 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/8inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/16inch

What size room are the Audiolab 8300A and Audiolab 6000A Play 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 8300A Audiolab 6000A Play
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Average Poor
Very Large Room Poor Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audiolab 8300A and Audiolab 6000A Play 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 8300A over Audiolab 6000A Play
MSRP Price(*) 1,699USD vs 1,700USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms 75 watts vs 50 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 115 watts vs 75 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.002% vs 0.003% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 107 dB vs 76 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Base Surface Area 1475.1cm2/ 228.6inch2 vs 1600.3cm2/ 248.0inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Audiolab 6000A Play over Audiolab 8300A
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
DTS Play-Fi Yes vs No Compatible with the DTS Play-Fi ecosystem

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 8300A and Audiolab 6000A Play differs from each other.

Audiolab 8300A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • HDMI Arc
  • XLR Input Port
Audiolab 6000A Play Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
Audiolab 8300A Back View
Audiolab 8300A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Pre-out/Main-in Loop
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Audiolab 6000A Play Back View
Audiolab 6000A Play Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Audiolab 8300A?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 8300A:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • User Instructions
  • What's in the Box of Audiolab 6000A Play?

    Here are the items that come with the 6000A Play:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • User Instructions
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