Yamaha A-S801 vs Yamaha A-S1200 Detailed Comparison

Yamaha A-S801 vs Yamaha A-S1200

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Yamaha A-S801

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 90 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S801 vs Yamaha A-S1200 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Yamaha. Yamaha A-S801 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the A-S1200 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Yamaha A-S801 and Yamaha A-S1200 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

Yamaha A-S1200 Key Specs

90 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Phono Input

Weight: 48.50 lbs / 22.05 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):6-1/8inch x 17-1/8inch x 19-3/16inch

What size room are the Yamaha A-S801 and Yamaha A-S1200 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	Yamaha A-S1200
Near-field	Poor	Poor
Small Room	Poor	Average
Mid-size Room	Good	Good
Large Room	Good	Average
Very Large Room	Average	Poor

A-S801 and A-S1200 are members of Yamaha's A-S series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Yamaha A-S Series History

Model	Watts RMS (8-ohms)	Minimum Impedance	Built-in DAC
Yamaha A-S801	100 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Yamaha A-S301	60 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Yamaha A-S501	85 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Yamaha A-S701	100 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Yamaha A-S1200	90 watts	4-ohms	No
Yamaha A-S2200	90 watts	4-ohms	No
Yamaha A-S3200	100 watts	4-ohms	No

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Yamaha A-S801 and Yamaha A-S1200 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 Yamaha A-S1200

MSRP Price(*)	900USD vs 3,000USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	100 watts vs 90 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.019% vs 0.07%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
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
Base Surface Area	1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch² vs 2122.8cm²/ 329.0inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	153mm vs 156mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S1200 over Yamaha A-S801

Signal to Noise Ratio	110 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 Yamaha A-S1200 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)

Yamaha A-S1200 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 6
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

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output

Yamaha A-S1200 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

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What's in the Box of Yamaha A-S1200?

Here are the items that come with the A-S1200:

Integrated stereo amplifier

6.5-feet AC power cord

Remote control (RAS36)

2 AA batteries

Owners Manual

Safety Brochure

Online Product Registation Sheet

Warranty Information

Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices-inch Note