Yamaha A-S1000 Integrated Amplifier!

Vintage Vibe review of Yamaha’s A-S1000.

[@steviesteve750]

Thing is, all of these yamaha amps have a ruler flat FR from 20 to 20k and likely load dependent FR influences outside of the audio band.

[@gerardfletcher1203]

love the ones with vu meters

[@todddonaldson2822]

Great video, thanks for posting! Love these newer Yamahas for lack of tech. Phono stage and a amp, that’s all I need. Have you heard the 1100 or 1200? Same sound signature? Not a lot of info out that I can find.

[@1JGP1]

I've hear the 1100, it is similar; however a bit more refinded...maybe it's just the meters ;) (lol)...Thanks for watching!

[@LOSSLESSrecord-FLAC-Hi-Res-DSD]

great amplifier

[@mauritsvw]

Nice looking amp, just a shame about that blank space on the front panel where the UV meters should have been.

[@TheReverb1]

Hello; I bought this amplifier; actually the combo with the CD player when hit the market some years ago in Japan. Was the best Yamaha amplifier and the public like it and they started with all the series. The other day I had a problem and the amplifier did not started more. It was burnt. Yamaha service changed a part (kind of a not complete fix) but they said that these amplifiers had a problem in the software and Yamaha have been fixing those problems with new firmware.

[@paolpricci6892]

I have this. Amazing amplifier.

[@1JGP1]

It's a great amplifier.

[@dinsy512]

Nice review! Since my precious Plinius 8150 died I’m on the lookout for a clean sounding amp with a bit of power, and these old and new Yamahas are catching my attention.

[@robertdavis5714]

Seriously considering A-S1100 with a weight of 53 lbs.

[@nuznikas]

Thanks

[@andrewbardwell4832]

Is this a Japanese unit? What are you using to convert voltage? Just curious if there’s anything I neeed to look out for...

[@1JGP1]

I do not believe that this was a Japanese version, I'll have to go back to the video and see if there's something in it you're referring to. I do have from time to time, sitting in the same area as my amplifiers, step up or down Transformers... This is usually because I swap, at times Japanese units in the mix.

[@SzymonMelewski]

Congrats on amp! Im in love with my As3000 but now since 3200 is out I need to resist!

[@78pumpa]

Hello, I read that Yamaha as3000 has a problem with heating and dying components. Is this true and what is true of all this

[@SzymonMelewski]

@@78pumpa To my knowledge the early production of As3000 between 2014-2016 did have issues with heat as a result of dying components within the first months of ownership. Yet this was later addressed in a later revision. Yamaha fixed or replaced all units on warranty due to this fault. It was either the amp going into protection mode or the power amplifier dying. My unit was produced in 2019 and covered just under 2000 hours of use time. So far no issues and touch wood, it will serve me for many more years to come. It is still on warranty until 2025 if something goes ... it is not my problem. Hope this helps, let me know if you have any questions.

[@canadiankook4636]

How's the AS1000 to the AS 801 stack up?

[@1JGP1]

They are hard to compare. The AS-1000 is really a pure anologue amplifier...it's a bit laid back with tremendous drive and guts. I love it! The 801 is your best option (in that price) if you need a DAC and the ability to stream. They both have a similar "voice", but the 801 is a bit more "mainstream" by design & (hence) why they are different beasts. Nothing wrong with an 801. If you have one, and you don't need a DAC, but want more guts and staying power - then the 1000 or 2000 is your next option (for used). Obviously, the newer models rein a bit more supreme if you have the cash.

[@guvencengiz]

Hi there, when tone controls are in the middle, I can hear a click and I understand it bypasses the tone controls. What is your source for it not bypassing? Thanks.

[@1JGP1]

Yes, the middle dose remove the tone controls from the circuit, or bypasses that portion of the pre-amp. Are you asking why it would not bypass?

[@guvencengiz]

@@1JGP1 at 8.10 you say you have been told an opamp is still in circuit even tone controls are in the middle, I cannot confirm this hence ı wanted to ask your source for this.

[@dennishill290]

Yamaha gear Rules...!!

[@1JGP1]

You can't fault a company that can not only make spectacular instruments, motorbikes, and audio...I mean, they really do a good job with whatever they put their minds to!

[@S_M_0009]

👍👍👍

[@gamingingalaxy4011]

Is there big difference between this and s801 in sound?

[@1JGP1]

The 801 is great, no doubt. However, the 1000 is certainly a step upwards. The power supply alone provides for a significant increase in current and headroom. Now, will everyone notice the difference? Likely not ;)

[@courtney4127]

I have one, my left speaker input stop working. Can anyone help me fix it? Wondering if it could be a fuse.

[@1JGP1]

I do not know if this amplifier has a fuse for each channel. Even if there is, blowing fuse means something is likely at fault - I suspect an output.

[@opiestanborough4774]

this dude really knows his, nobs.....!

[@marcodeponti9795]

👍

[@SacreDro]

Still have it?

[@1JGP1]

No, I ended up trying a Yamaha AS-1200. It was a step in the right direction, despite this being a really nice unit.

[@SacreDro]

@@1JGP1 Overall any issues with the A-S1000? Have you compared it with other units?

[@alexius984]

What are your speaker?

[@1JGP1]

They change frequently - lol. Today, I am using a pair of fully restored KLH Model 5's. I just sold my Yamaha NS-1000m's...Not sure what I was using during this review - been a while.

[@wicasawakan9207]

Yeahmaha... oh yeah

[@PoppinWheeliez]

Where have you been man? Seemed like you were getting geared up to do a pile of videos.

[@1JGP1]

I'll be sure to post a few!

[@TheReverb1]

Also; no doubt that you guys living in wealthy Countries have all the stuff and at cheap prices. I paid an small fortune for that combo some 9 years ago or so. I think is the only one here in this poor Country. In the neighbor Country Yamaha sold these units in that time at about 3000 US Dollars and the CD player at about 2500.

[@1JGP1]

They retailed here for about $2000-2500 if I recall correctly; However, the used retail price is only a fraction of that...You know, I'd love to take a trip to Japan when the world gets back to normal - talk about selection of COOL audio gear! They have all the good stuff!

[@juananeski8369]

Open the amplifier! The rewiev is not posible,if you don't make it....( sorry , I don't speak enghlis) The audiophilers want see it, the power supply, the capacitors,the ttansistors..,etc..., etc...

[@1JGP1]

Thanks for the input!

[@siriusspica559]

Man your face to zoomed

[@1JGP1]

Yes, early videos - live and learn!

[@user-rl9zo5jk3o]

Нахер он нужен за такие деньги

[@user-tv3bu9jd3v]

You're pronouncing Yamaha incorrectly.

[@1JGP1]

Interestingly, the British and American pronunciations of Yamaha are different. Thank you for joining and commenting!

[@user-tv3bu9jd3v]

No. Yamaha is a Japanese company and it's never pronounced that way.

[@opiestanborough4774]

omg, i couldnt believe the features , a speaker selector nob? wow the tech is outa this world! and quicker, how do you keep up if its so fast? "how ya like that new stereo"? " oh shes QUICK" no bouncy bounce bounce meters! seriously , get the 1100 , this chump does not know what hes yappen about and is biased to the model he could afford.......

[@1JGP1]

If you've notice the amount of videos I post you'd understand it has nothing to do with affordability. It's about reviewing various popular vintage pieces. The AS-1000 was boarder line too new for a review, but it's too good of a bargain to not consider. I'd love to hear your opinion on the AS-1100 you own. Sorry if the video offended you.

[@godzilla12325]

@@1JGP1 i am really glad you apolagised here, you were well out of order.

[@1JGP1]

@@godzilla12325, by the way I now have an AS-1200.

[@SacreDro]

@@1JGP1 How does t compared to the A-S1000?

[@1JGP1]

@@SacreDro - the 1200 sounds abit more refined. The 1000 is a "meaty" sounding amp - it reminds me of the older Yamaha products.