Yamaha R-N800A

Overview

The Yamaha R-N800A is a network stereo receiver that combines a serious two channel amplifier with a full suite of streaming and networking, making it the heart of a complete music system in a single chassis. It draws on Yamaha's ToP-ART design philosophy and Mechanical Ground Concept for structural rigidity, while an ESS SABRE ES9080Q DAC handles digital conversion for high resolution files and streaming sources. Yamaha has long pursued a natural, tonally honest presentation, and the R-N800A carries that goal into a modern connected form.

Under the hood, the R-N800A pairs a discrete amplifier with symmetrical layout and a large power transformer to deliver confident current into real world loudspeakers. YPAO room calibration measures your space and tailors the response to reduce the influence of room acoustics, so the sound stays even across seating positions. Connectivity is extensive, spanning MusicCast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Qobuz and more, alongside a built in phono stage for moving magnet cartridges and traditional analog and digital inputs.

This receiver suits the listener who wants one elegant component to run a stereo system for streaming, vinyl, CD and network audio, without stacking separate boxes. It is at home in a living room or dedicated listening space, driving bookshelf and floorstanding speakers alike, and it integrates smoothly into a multi room MusicCast setup for whole home audio.

Key Features

• Discrete two channel amplifier built on Yamaha's ToP-ART and Mechanical Ground Concept for structural stability and low resonance
• ESS SABRE ES9080Q DAC for high resolution digital playback
• MusicCast wireless multi room platform with app control
• AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Qobuz streaming support plus network audio playback
• YPAO automatic room calibration for balanced response across your space
• Built in phono stage for moving magnet cartridges
• Comprehensive input set including optical, coaxial, analog line, USB and Ethernet plus dual band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
• Pure Direct mode for the shortest, cleanest signal path
• High resolution audio support up to 384 kHz PCM and DSD

How the R-N800A Compares

Yamaha R-N800A vs Yamaha R-N1000A

The R-N1000A sits one step up in Yamaha's network receiver range and adds HDMI ARC for easy television integration along with a higher grade ESS SABRE DAC implementation. Both share the same MusicCast platform, YPAO calibration and streaming suite, so the choice comes down to whether you want the extra connectivity and headroom of the larger model. The R-N800A remains an ideal choice for a focused stereo streaming and vinyl system where HDMI is not required. See the Yamaha R-N1000A.

Yamaha R-N800A vs Yamaha A-S801

The A-S801 is a pure integrated amplifier for listeners who prefer to add streaming separately and value a traditional wired hi-fi core with a built in DAC. The R-N800A instead builds streaming, MusicCast and network audio directly into the chassis for an all in one solution. Choose the A-S801 for a classic amplifier centered system, or the R-N800A when you want connected playback ready out of the box. See the Yamaha A-S801.

Yamaha R-N800A vs Audiolab 6000A MKII

The Audiolab 6000A MKII is a streamlined integrated amplifier with a clean, detailed presentation and its own DAC section, aimed at those who want a straightforward amp with digital inputs. The R-N800A differs in design goal by folding a complete streaming platform and room calibration into a receiver format. Pick the Audiolab for a compact analog and digital amp, and the Yamaha for turnkey network and multi room streaming. See the Audiolab 6000A MKII.

Recommended Speakers

The R-N800A's confident 100 watts per channel and even, natural voicing pair well with a wide range of speakers, and a Yamaha source rounds out the system.

• MoFi SourcePoint 8 A refined concentric driver bookshelf that rewards the R-N800A's clean power with detailed imaging, ideal for small to medium rooms.
• Mission 700 A characterful standmount with an engaging midrange that suits the receiver's musical, tonally honest presentation in a compact space.
• KLH Model Three An efficient, classic voiced speaker that the R-N800A drives with ease, delivering full bodied sound for relaxed everyday listening.
• Spendor A1.2 A precise, well mannered two way that lets the receiver's YPAO calibration and ESS SABRE DAC show off tonal accuracy in a nearfield or small room setup.
• Yamaha GT-5000 Turntable The R-N800A's built in MM phono stage makes this a natural analog partner, completing a Yamaha vinyl and streaming system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of component is the Yamaha R-N800A?
It is a network stereo receiver, an integrated two channel amplifier with built in streaming, networking and a phono stage housed in a single chassis.

How much power does the R-N800A produce?
It is rated at 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms with two channels driven, and 120 watts per channel into 4 ohms.

Does the R-N800A support high resolution audio?
Yes. Its ESS SABRE ES9080Q DAC supports PCM up to 384 kHz and DSD up to 11.2 MHz.

What streaming services are built in?
It supports MusicCast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Qobuz, along with network audio playback and Bluetooth.

Does the R-N800A have a phono input?
Yes, it includes a built in phono stage for moving magnet cartridges, so you can connect a turntable directly.

What is YPAO?
YPAO is Yamaha's automatic room calibration. Using the supplied microphone, it measures your room and tailors the response to reduce acoustic irregularities.

Can I use the R-N800A in a multi room system?
Yes. It is part of the MusicCast platform, so it can be grouped with other MusicCast devices for whole home audio controlled from the app.

Does the R-N800A have HDMI?
No. If you need HDMI ARC for television integration, look to the step up Yamaha R-N1000A, which adds that connection.

What digital inputs does it offer?
It provides optical and coaxial digital inputs plus a USB Type B input for computer audio.

Does it have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?
Yes, it includes dual band Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth for flexible connectivity.

What is Pure Direct mode?
Pure Direct bypasses tone controls and non essential circuitry for the shortest signal path, prioritizing sonic purity.

What speakers work well with the R-N800A?
It pairs well with a wide range of bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. From our catalog the MoFi SourcePoint 8, Mission 700, KLH Model Three and Spendor A1.2 are all strong matches.

Can I connect a CD player?
Yes. It has analog and digital inputs, and the Yamaha CD-S303 makes a convenient matched source.

Does the R-N800A support two pairs of speakers?
Yes, it has switchable A and B speaker terminals for driving two speaker pairs.

Is the R-N800A a good choice for vinyl?
Yes. Its built in moving magnet phono stage lets you connect a turntable directly, and it pairs naturally with the Yamaha GT-5000.

How large is the R-N800A?
It measures approximately 435 x 151 x 392 mm and weighs about 11.1 kg.

What DAC does the R-N800A use?
It uses an ESS SABRE ES9080Q digital to analog converter.

How does the R-N800A differ from a standalone integrated amplifier?
Unlike a traditional integrated amplifier, the R-N800A builds streaming, networking and room calibration into the same chassis, so it functions as a complete music hub without added components.

Does Yamaha have a long history in audio?
Yes. Yamaha is a Japanese manufacturer founded in 1887 with a deep heritage in hi-fi engineering and musical instruments.

Why buy from All Elite Audio?
All Elite Audio is an authorized Yamaha dealer, so your R-N800A arrives with the full manufacturer warranty and genuine support. We offer expert system matching, careful handling and knowledgeable guidance from selection through setup.