Yamaha A-S301 vs Denon PMA-800NE

A-S301 vs PMA-800NE comparison chart

Overall
Yamaha A-S301
8.2
Denon PMA-800NE
8.2
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9
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10

Yamaha A-S301 vs Denon PMA-800NE review

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Yamaha A-S301 review

Comparing Yamaha A-S301 vs Denon PMA-800NE you should look at their power output per channel. Yamaha has 60/8 while Denon boasts 50/8 W/Ohm. Yamaha A-S301 received a fairly strict design. The aluminum case with a massive front panel has a thoughtful passive cooling system and a functional control panel. Large ergonomic controls for volume, balance, timbre and bass contribute to a quick and convenient change in the operating parameters of the device. Also on the front panel are an audio output, a mode switch with yellow indicators and a separate Pure Direct button that activates the shortest path of the signal path. Yamaha A-S301

Denon PMA-800NE review

The Denon PMA-800NE Integrated Amplifier combines both analog and digital technologies, making it the universal center of a modern stereo system. The device is made in the corporate style of Denon with a thick aluminum front panel, on which all the necessary controls are very conveniently located. Denon PMA-800NE is distinguished by its superior quality workmanship of a premium class and will look great in any AV system. The chassis of the device has a patented vibration isolation with a supporting steel plate 1.6 mm thick to protect electronic circuits from mechanical stress. Denon PMA-800NE

Yamaha A-S301 pros & cons

Pros

  • The device will not be idle for more than 8 hours, it will go into standby mode
  • It is possible to turn off the tone, balance and loudness controls (Pure Direct mode)

Cons

  • The built-in DAC was a little disappointing: with a high-frequency response it produces a signal with a rather high THD

Denon PMA-800NE pros & cons

Pros

  • Operationally the amp is really straightforward
  • The remote control moves the volume in really fine increments

Cons

  • I wish the power cord was detachable so I could use one of my better ones

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