Yamaha WXA-50 vs Yamaha A-S501 Detailed Comparison

Yamaha WXA-50 vs Yamaha A-S501

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Yamaha WXA-50

Integrated Amplifier | 55 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S501

Integrated Amplifier | 85 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha WXA-50 vs Yamaha A-S501 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Yamaha. Yamaha WXA-50 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the A-S501 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Yamaha WXA-50 and Yamaha A-S501 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Yamaha WXA-50 Key Specs

55 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Wifi 2.4 GHz

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 4.28 lbs / 1.95 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):2.0625inch x 8.4375inch x 10.5inch

Yamaha A-S501 Key Specs

85 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

Weight: 22.70 lbs / 10.32 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):6inch x 17-1/8inch x 15-7/16inch

What size room are the Yamaha WXA-50 and Yamaha A-S501 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 WXA-50	Yamaha A-S501
Near-field	Average	Poor
Small Room	Good	Average
Mid-size Room	Average	Good
Large Room	Poor	Average
Very Large Room	Bad	Poor

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Yamaha WXA-50 and Yamaha A-S501 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 WXA-50 over Yamaha A-S501

App-Based Control	Yes vs None	Control the amplifier via an app
Signal to Noise Ratio	110 dB vs 99 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi	Yes vs No	High quality streaming over WiFi
Coaxial Digital Inputs	No vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input	Yes vs No	Connect Sources via USB
Base Surface Area	571.0cm²/ 88.5inch² vs 1709.6cm²/ 265.0inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	52mm vs 153mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Vertical use	Yes vs No	Takes less space when placed vertically

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S501 over Yamaha WXA-50

MSRP Price(*)	550USD vs 599USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	85 watts vs 55 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 6-ohms	100 watts vs 70 watts	Delivers higher power into 6-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.019% vs 0.06%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 1	More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Coaxial Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Headphone Output	1/4 vs No	Connect your headphone to the amplifier

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 WXA-50 and Yamaha A-S501 differs from each other.

Yamaha WXA-50 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(connecting a thumb drive or portable music player)
Ethernet Port

Yamaha A-S501 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 6
Phono Input
1 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input

Yamaha WXA-50 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA,Mono-RCA(Sub) Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Yamaha A-S501 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Yamaha WXA-50?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of WXA-50:

Wireless streaming amplifier

59-inch AC power cord

WiFi/Bluetooth antenna

Remote control (ZU09200)

CR2025 3V battery (installed in remote)

2 Stands

6 Non-skid pads

Basic Owners Manual

Warranty Card

Online Product Registration Card

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-inchMusicCast-inch brochure

-inchSpotify Premium-inch sheet

What's in the Box of Yamaha A-S501?

Here are the items that come with the A-S501:

Stereo integrated amplifier

Remote control (RAS13)

2 AA batteries

Owners manual (En/ Fr)

Warranty information (US/CA)

On-line product registration information

Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices note