Peachtree nova150 vs Yamaha A-S801 Detailed Comparison

Peachtree nova150 vs Yamaha A-S801

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Peachtree nova150

Integrated Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Peachtree nova150 vs Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing nova150 and A-S801, two Integrated Amplifiers from Peachtree and Yamaha. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Peachtree nova150 and Yamaha A-S801 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Peachtree nova150 Key Specs

150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Weight: 15.00 lbs / 6.80 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):4.37inch x 14inch x 13.25inch

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 Peachtree nova150 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	Peachtree nova150	Yamaha A-S801
Near-field	Poor	Poor
Small Room	Poor	Poor
Mid-size Room	Good	Good
Large Room	Good	Good
Very Large Room	Average	Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Peachtree nova150 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 Peachtree nova150 over Yamaha A-S801

Watts into 8-ohms	150 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.003 vs 0.019%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	105 dB vs 99 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Optical Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area	1199.7cm²/ 186.0inch² vs 1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	111mm vs 153mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S801 over Peachtree nova150

MSRP Price(*)	900USD vs 1,499USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 2	More options for connecting Analog sources

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 Peachtree nova150 and Yamaha A-S801 differs from each other.

Peachtree nova150 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A
- 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)

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Pre-out/Main-in Loop
1/4-inch Headphone 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

Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices note