We've just received the new Yamaha AS Amplifiers in store and wow, they are everything we hoped and more.
AS series amps are an all-analog affair, with retro styling that reflects the old-school ethos of the technology under the hood that emphasises analog purity over all else.
The new AS amplifiers (A-S3200, A-S2200 and A-S1200) feature massive toroidal transformers, high quality PPS capacitors, low impedance balanced design and a 'mechanical ground' concept that dramatically reduces internal vibration. Oh, and those lovely VU meters!
A-S3200
The A-S3200 is the flagship of the 2020 AS amplifier range. Its fully-balanced circuitry delivers purity of sound against a vanishingly low noise floor and extended channel separation.
We're currently running this in store paired with Dynaudio Evoke 50's which is a particularly sweet combination, but with the huge power reserves available the A-S3200 is capable of driving virtually any loudspeaker to its full potential.
Key features of the A-S3200
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Fully balanced circuitry to deliver impressively low signal-to-noise ratio and improved channel separation
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Large toroidal transformer in the pursuit of pure musicality
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Mechanical Ground Concept maximizes rigidity and reduces unwanted vibration
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High-quality PPS capacitors for delivering an authentically musical sound
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Exquisite level meters visually present the dynamics and pulse of the music
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Obsessive, meticulous switch design
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Heavy-duty brass feet with spikes or scratch-resistant base
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Original speaker terminals cut from pure brass with highly secure connection
Recommended Retail Price
The recommended retail price of the A-S3200 is $9,999. It's available now in Silver or Black finish.
Find out more on the Yamaha website >
A-S2200
- Fully balanced circuit design from input to speaker out
- Large toroidal power transformer with enormous energy delivering an authentic Hi-Fi sound
- Gorgeous level meters convey dynamics and music pulse with a nod to the nostalgic Hi-Fi era
- Thick wires for ground connection contribute to low impedance design for a wide and open sound stage
- Mechanical ground concept maximises rigidity for expressive and rhythmic bass
Recommended Retail Price
The recommended retail price of the A-S2200 is $4,999. It's available now in Silver or Black finish.
Find out more on the Yamaha website >
A-S1200
- High Quality Components delivering exceptional musical expression
- Toroidal power transformer with enormous energy for a pure musical sound
- Gorgeous level meters convey dynamics and music pulse with a nod to the nostalgic Hi-Fi era
- Floating Balanced Power Amplifier
- Mechanical ground concept maximises rigidity for expressive and rhythmic bass
Recommended Retail Price
The recommended retail price of the A-S1200 is $3,499. It's available now in Silver or Black finish.
Find out more on the Yamaha website >
Hear the AS series amplifiers for yourself
We have the A-S3200, A-S2200 and A-S1200 in store at our Brisbane showroom - come in to see and here these stunning retro amps for yourself.
