Onkyo Icon P-80

Overview

The Onkyo Icon P-80 is the control heart of the Icon separates range, a network preamplifier that combines line level control, a built-in DAC, and full network streaming in one carefully engineered chassis. Onkyo, a Japanese hi-fi maker founded in 1946, designed the Icon line as a modern take on true separates, so the P-80 handles source selection, volume, digital decoding, and streaming while leaving amplification to a dedicated partner such as the Icon M-80 power amplifier.

Streaming is deeply integrated. The P-80 works with the Onkyo Controller app and supports Chromecast, AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Amazon Music, alongside Bluetooth for quick casual listening. A range of digital and analog inputs feed the internal DAC, and preamp outputs pass a clean, controlled signal to your power amplifier. The result is a hub that can pull from network services, local files, and traditional wired sources with equal ease.

The P-80 is for the listener who wants a genuine separates architecture with the convenience of built-in streaming and decoding, rather than an all in one box. Pair it with the Icon M-80 for a matched pre and power stack, add the Icon CD-30 for disc playback, and you have a complete high fidelity system built around one coherent design language.

Key Features

• Network preamplifier with built-in DAC and streaming for the Icon separates system
• Onkyo Controller app control plus Chromecast built-in and AirPlay 2
• Multiroom through Chromecast and AirPlay 2, with Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect and Amazon Music
• Bluetooth for quick wireless playback from phones and tablets
• Multiple digital and analog inputs feeding the internal DAC
• Preamp outputs designed to partner the Icon M-80 power amplifier
• Headphone output for private listening
• Coherent Icon series design for matched pre, power, and CD stacking

How the P-80 Compares

Onkyo P-80 vs TEAC NT-505-X

The TEAC NT-505-X is also a network player, USB DAC, and preamp in one, aimed at the listener who leans heavily on USB and reference grade DAC duties. The Onkyo P-80 places its emphasis on being the streaming control center of a matched Icon separates system, with the Onkyo Controller app and casting protocols front and center. Choose the TEAC for a DAC forward desktop or hi-fi hub, or the P-80 to anchor an Icon pre and power stack. See the TEAC NT-505-X.

Onkyo P-80 vs EverSolo DMP-A8 Gen 2

The EverSolo DMP-A8 Gen 2 is a touchscreen led streamer, DAC, and preamplifier built around a large interactive display and a highly configurable interface. The Onkyo P-80 takes a more traditional separates approach, driven by the Onkyo Controller app and built to visually and functionally match the Icon M-80 and CD-30. Pick the EverSolo for an on-device visual experience, or the P-80 for a coherent Onkyo Icon system. See the EverSolo DMP-A8 Gen 2.

Onkyo P-80 vs Parasound HALO P6

The Parasound HALO P6 is a classic analog preamplifier with a rich input array and included DAC, oriented toward wired sources and stereo plus subwoofer setups. The Onkyo P-80 differs in character by making network streaming and casting a core function alongside its preamp stage. Consider the P6 if analog flexibility leads your needs, or the P-80 if integrated streaming and Icon system matching matter most. See the Parasound HALO P6.

Recommended Power Amplifier, Source and Speakers

Build a complete Icon system around the P-80 by adding the matching power amplifier, a disc source, and speakers suited to a refined separates front end.

• Onkyo Icon M-80 Power Amplifier The natural partner to the P-80, the M-80 completes the pre and power pairing with matched design and clean amplification for your speakers.
• Onkyo Icon CD-30 CD Player The Icon CD-30 adds dedicated disc playback into the P-80, keeping your source, control, and amplification within one coherent Onkyo family.
• Spendor A1.2 Bookshelf A refined, musical standmount that rewards the clean control of an Icon pre and power stack in small to medium rooms.
• MoFi SourcePoint 8 Bookshelf A detailed concentric driver bookshelf that pairs well with the resolving streaming front end of the P-80 and the drive of the M-80.
• Audioquest Rocket 88 BiWire A solid speaker cable to link the M-80 to capable standmounts and preserve the detail the P-80 delivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Onkyo Icon P-80?
It is a network preamplifier in the Onkyo Icon separates range, combining line level control, a built-in DAC, and network streaming in one chassis.

Does the P-80 have a built-in DAC?
Yes, the P-80 includes a built-in digital to analog converter that handles its digital inputs and streaming sources.

Can the P-80 stream music?
Yes, it supports network streaming with the Onkyo Controller app, Chromecast, AirPlay 2 and Roon Ready.

Which streaming services are supported?
The P-80 supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Amazon Music, Qplay and TuneIn, along with casting from compatible apps.

Does the P-80 have Bluetooth?
Yes, Bluetooth is included for quick wireless playback from phones and tablets.

What power amplifier should I pair with the P-80?
The matching Onkyo Icon M-80 power amplifier is the natural partner, forming a coordinated pre and power stack.

Is the P-80 an integrated amplifier?
No, it is a preamplifier without built-in speaker amplification, so it needs a separate power amplifier such as the Icon M-80.

Does the P-80 have a headphone output?
Yes, the P-80 includes a headphone output for private listening.

Can I use it with a CD player?
Yes, you can connect a source such as the Onkyo Icon CD-30 CD player to one of the inputs.

Does it support multiroom audio?
Yes, through Chromecast and AirPlay 2, which both support multiroom groups with compatible devices.

Can I control it from my phone?
Yes, the Onkyo Controller app provides control of streaming and settings, and AirPlay 2 and Chromecast add casting options.

Does the P-80 have analog inputs?
Yes, it offers analog inputs alongside its digital inputs feeding the internal DAC.

Is the P-80 part of a matching system?
Yes, it shares design and function with the Icon M-80 power amplifier and CD-30 CD player for a coherent separates system.

What speakers work well with a P-80 system?
Refined standmounts such as the Spendor A1.2 or MoFi SourcePoint 8 pair nicely when driven by the M-80.

Does the P-80 support AirPlay 2?
Yes, AirPlay 2 is supported for streaming from Apple devices.

Can it work with TIDAL?
Yes, TIDAL is among the supported streaming services.

Is the Onkyo brand well established?
Yes, Onkyo is a Japanese hi-fi maker founded in 1946 and now part of the Premium Audio Company with a renewed high fidelity range.

Why choose a preamplifier over an integrated amplifier?
A separates approach lets you dedicate one chassis to control, DAC, and streaming and another to amplification, which many listeners value for flexibility and upgrade paths.

What is included in the box?
The P-80 ships with a remote control, power cable, wireless antenna, and a quick start guide.

Why buy from All Elite Audio?
All Elite Audio is an authorized Onkyo dealer in MD with the P-80 in stock, so you receive a genuine unit with full manufacturer support and expert guidance building your Icon system.