Yamaha A-S801 vs Marantz PM-10 Detailed Comparison

Yamaha A-S801 vs Marantz PM-10

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Yamaha A-S801

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz PM-10

Integrated Amplifier | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S801 vs Marantz PM-10 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 PM-10 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Yamaha A-S801 and Marantz PM-10 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

Marantz PM-10 Key Specs

200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Phono Input

Weight: 47.40 lbs / 21.55 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):6-5/8inch x 17-3/8inch x 18-3/4inch

What size room are the Yamaha A-S801 and Marantz PM-10 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	Marantz PM-10
Near-field	Poor	Are you nuts?
Small Room	Poor	Bad
Mid-size Room	Good	Poor
Large Room	Good	Good
Very Large Room	Average	Good

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Yamaha A-S801 and Marantz PM-10 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 Marantz PM-10

MSRP Price(*)	900USD vs 8,999USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 5	More options for connecting Analog sources
Optical Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input	Yes vs No	Connect Sources via USB
Preamp Outputs	Sub vs No	Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Base Surface Area	1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch² vs 2108.3cm²/ 326.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	153mm vs 169mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Marantz PM-10 over Yamaha A-S801

Watts into 8-ohms	200 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.005% vs 0.019%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	111 dB vs 99 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound

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 Marantz PM-10 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)

Marantz PM-10 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
Phono Input

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

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

1/4 Headphone Output

Marantz PM-10 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 Marantz PM-10?

Here are the items that come with the PM-10:

Integrated amplifier

69-inch AC power cord

Remote control (RC004PMSA)

2 AAA batteries

User Guide (En/Fr/Sp)

US Warranty information. Camada Warranty information