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High sound quality and sophisticated design based on Yamaha’s rich experience and high-end model concepts. A HiFi Amplifi er for enjoying excellent sound.

  • Yamaha high sound quality, created by rich experience and tradition, and high technological expertise
  • Pure Direct Mode for greater sound purity
  • Simple and sophisticated design
  • Phono MM terminal for vinyl playback
  • Screw-type speaker terminals
  • Speaker selector and speaker terminals for two systems
  • Simple design remote control
  • Head phone terminal

Features

Yamaha High Sound Quality, Created by Rich Experience and Tradition, and High Technological Expertise

Yamaha, with a long history of 125 years as a musical instrument maker, also has a high reputation for HiFi components. The A-S201 was created by taking advantage of this rich experience and high technological expertise. Based on the concept of “Natural Sound”, for reproducing all music as it really sounds, and built with scrupulous care from circuit design to basic sound production, even though an entry model it reproduces high sound quality and musically rich sound.

100W × 2 High Output Power* and High Sound Quality Circuit Design

The A-S201, with 100W* × 2 high drive power that's above its class, has a high sound quality design that minimises the length of signal routes and optimises the circuit layout. Positioning the power transformer near the power amp circuit reduces power loss while improving peak power supply capacity to enable high volume output. The signal ground and power supply ground are connected at one point, eliminating mutual interference to achieve a higher S/N ratio. The result is sound filled with clarity and a feeling of openness.

* 8 ohms, 40Hz—20kHz, 0.2% THD

Pure Direct Mode for Greater Sound Purity

Engaging the Pure Direct Switch causes the audio signal to bypass the control circuits for bass and treble, balance and the back buffer amp. This improves sound quality while maintaining full output capacity. Shortening the signal route improves sound purity, helping to reproduce even the most delicate musical nuances.

Simple and Sophisticated Design

The A-S201 inherits the simple and sophisticated design style that Yamaha HiFi audio is famous for. With an elegant hair line finish, it harmonises beautifully with other HiFi audio equipment. The operating buttons and volume knobs also show our commitment to simplicity and ease of use.

Phono MM Terminal for Vinyl Playback and Screw-type Speaker Terminals

The A-S201 has one MM phono input terminal for connecting a record player. A total of five input terminals mean that it can be the central unit for different types of audio systems. And its large screw-type speaker terminals provide firm connections with thick speaker cables.

Power Saving

A power management function automatically cuts off the power (switches to standby mode) when the amplifier has not been operated for a long time. It can be set to 2, 4, 8 or 12 hours, or off. In addition, power consumption during standby is only 0.5W, achieving good energy saving performance.

Other Notable Features

• Simple design remote control

• Speaker A, B or A+B selection

• Head phone terminal

Product Comparison

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A-S201
A-S301 A-S501 A-S701
Specifications Maximum Power (4 ohms, 1kHz, 0.7% THD, for Europe) 115 W + 115 W 95 W + 95 W 120 W + 120 W 160 W + 160 W
Total Harmonic Distortion (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz) 0.025% (Phono (MM) to REC Out), 0.2% (CD to SP Out) - - -
Input Sensitivity (CD) 500 mV / 47 k-ohms - - -
Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz) - 60 W + 60 W (0.019% THD) 85 W + 85 W (0.019% THD) 100 W + 100 W (0.019% THD)
Damping Factor - 210 240 240
Total Harmonic Distortion (CD to Sp Out, 20 Hz-20 kHz) - 0.019% (50 W/8 ohms) 0.019% (50 W/8 ohms) 0.019% (50 W/8 ohms)
DC out - Yes Yes Yes
Power Management (Auto Power Standby) - Yes Yes Yes
Switchable CD Direct Amplification - - - Yes
Receiver / Integrated Amplifier Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 40Hz~20kHz) 100 W + 100 W (0.2% THD) - - -
High Dynamic Power/Channel (8/6/4/2 ohms) 125 W/150 W/165 W/180 W 100/120/140/150 W 130/150/185/220 W 140/170/220/290 W
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz (0+/-0.5db), 10Hz-100kHz (0+/-3.0db) 10 Hz-100 kHz +/-1.0 dB 10 Hz-100 kHz +/-1.0 dB 10 Hz-100 kHz +/-1.0 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (CD) 100 dB (S: 500 mV) 99dB (input shorted, 200 mV) 99dB (input shorted, 200 mV) 99dB (input shorted, 200 mV)
Standby Power Consumption 0.5 W 0.5W 0.5W 0.5W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 435 x 141 x 333 mm; 17-1/8” x 5-1/2” x 13-1/8” 435 x 151 x 387 mm; 17-1/8” x 6” x 15-1/4” 435 x 151 x 387 mm; 17-1/8” x 6” x 15-1/4” 435 x 151 x 387 mm; 17-1/8” x 6” x 15-1/4”
Weight 6.7 kg; 14.8 lbs. 9.0 kg; 19.8 lbs. 10.3 kg; 22.7 lbs. 11.2 kg; 24.7 lbs.
Audio In / Out - 8 / 2 8 / 2 8 / 2
Digital Input - Yes (optical / coaxial) Yes (optical / coaxial) Yes (optical / coaxial)
Subwoofer Out - Yes Yes Yes
Pure Direct - Yes Yes Yes
ToP-ART - Yes Yes Yes

* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.

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