PS Audio Sprout100 vs Yamaha A-S801 Detailed Comparison

PS Audio Sprout100 vs Yamaha A-S801

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PS Audio Sprout100

Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S801

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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PS Audio Sprout100 vs Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Sprout100 and A-S801, two Integrated Amplifiers from PS Audio and Yamaha. Let's have a brief look at the main features of PS Audio Sprout100 and Yamaha A-S801 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

PS Audio Sprout100 Key Specs

50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 2.90 lbs / 1.30 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):1.9inch x 6.2inch x 8.2inch

Yamaha A-S801 Key Specs

100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Weight: 26.70 lbs / 12.14 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):6inch x 17-1/8inch x 16-3/16inch

What size room are the PS Audio Sprout100 and Yamaha A-S801 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	PS Audio Sprout100	Yamaha A-S801
Near-field	Average	Poor
Small Room	Good	Poor
Mid-size Room	Average	Good
Large Room	Poor	Good
Very Large Room	Bad	Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how PS Audio Sprout100 and Yamaha A-S801 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 PS Audio Sprout100 over Yamaha A-S801

MSRP Price(*)	799USD vs 900USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.01 vs 0.019%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB vs 99 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Coaxial Digital Inputs	No vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area	328.6cm²/ 50.9inch² vs 1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	48mm vs 153mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S801 over PS Audio Sprout100

Watts into 8-ohms	100 watts vs 50 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 2	More options for connecting Analog sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit	Play higher resolution range media

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 PS Audio Sprout100 and Yamaha A-S801 differs from each other.

PS Audio Sprout100 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
Phono Input
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-B

Yamaha A-S801 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 6
Phono Input
1 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-B(connect to your computer for playback)
- USB-A(charging only)

PS Audio Sprout100 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA,Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4-inch Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Yamaha A-S801 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Yamaha A-S801?

Here are the items that come with the A-S801:

Stereo integrated amplifier

6.5-feet AC power cord

Remote control (RAS15)

2 AA batteries

Owners manual (En/ Fr)

Warranty information (US/CA)

On-line product registration information

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