Yamaha A-S801 vs Audiolab Omnia Detailed Comparison

Yamaha A-S801 vs Audiolab Omnia

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Yamaha A-S801

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S801 vs Audiolab Omnia Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Yamaha A-S801 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the Omnia is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Yamaha A-S801 and Audiolab Omnia first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

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

Audiolab Omnia Key Specs

50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 20.10 lbs / 9.14 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):4-9/16inch x 17-3/8inch x 14-1/16inch

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

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

MSRP Price(*)	900USD vs 2,300USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	100 watts vs 50 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio	99 dB vs 76 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 4	More options for connecting Analog sources

Reasons to choose Audiolab Omnia over Yamaha A-S801

Full-color Display	Yes vs No	Displays Album and device Info
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.003% vs 0.019%	Less Harmonic Distortion
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
DTS Play-Fi	Yes vs No	Compatible with the DTS Play-Fi ecosystem
Roon	Tested vs No	Roon Compatibility
Max Sample Rate	768kHz vs 384kHz	Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area	1582.4cm²/ 245.3inch² vs 1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	116mm vs 153mm	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 Yamaha A-S801 and Audiolab Omnia differs from each other.

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)

Audiolab Omnia Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A
- USB-B
Ethernet Port

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

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

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

Audiolab Omnia Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 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

What's in the Box of Audiolab Omnia?

Here are the items that come with the Omnia:

Integrated amplifier

6.5-feet AC power cord

Remote control

User Manual

USB and DSD Setup Guide