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ELAC Discovery Series DS-A101-G vs Yamaha A-S301
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ELAC DS-A101-G

Integrated Amplifier | 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms

ELAC Discovery Series DS-A101-G
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Yamaha A-S301

Integrated Amplifier | 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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ELAC DS-A101-G vs Yamaha A-S301 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . ELAC Discovery Series DS-A101-G is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the A-S301 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of ELAC DS-A101-G and Yamaha A-S301 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

ELAC DS-A101-G Key Specs

  • 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Bluetooth v4.0
  • Weight: 4.80 lbs / 2.18 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2-1/2inch x 8-7/16inch x 13-5/8inch

Yamaha A-S301 Key Specs

  • 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 19.80 lbs / 9.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-15/16inch x 17-1/8inch x 15-3/8inch

What size room are the ELAC DS-A101-G and Yamaha A-S301 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 ELAC DS-A101-G Yamaha A-S301
Near-field Good Average
Small Room Good Good
Mid-size Room Average Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room No way Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how ELAC DS-A101-G and Yamaha A-S301 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 ELAC Discovery Series DS-A101-G over Yamaha A-S301
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 4-ohms 80 watts vs 70 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio 101 dB vs 99 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Minimum Impedance 2 ohms vs 4 ohms Compatible with 2-ohms speakers
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Roon Ready vs No Roon Compatibility
Base Surface Area 746.1cm2/ 115.6inch2 vs 1700.9cm2/ 263.6inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 64mm vs 151mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S301 over ELAC Discovery Series DS-A101-G
MSRP Price(*) 350USD vs 850USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms 60 watts vs 40 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.019% vs 0.03% Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs 6 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Headphone Output 1/4 vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier

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 ELAC DS-A101-G and Yamaha A-S301 differs from each other.

ELAC DS-A101-G Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • Ethernet Port
Yamaha A-S301 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 6
  • Phono Input
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
ELAC DS-A101-G Back View
ELAC DS-A101-G Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • Sub Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Yamaha A-S301 Back View
Yamaha A-S301 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of ELAC DS-A101-G?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of DS-A101-G:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 4-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • 4 Banana-connectors
  • Operating Instructions
  • What's in the Box of Yamaha A-S301?

    Here are the items that come with the A-S301:
  • Stereo integrated amplifier
  • Remote control (RAS13)
  • 2 AA batteries
  • Owners manual (En/ Fr)
  • Warranty information (US/CA)
  • On-line product registration information
  • Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices note
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