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Yamaha A-S501 Stereo Amplifier (Black) with Mission LX-5 MKII Floorstanding Speaker (Black)

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Yamaha A-S501 Stereo Amplifier (Black) with Mission LX-5 MKII Floorstanding Speaker (Black)

 

 

Impressively high sound quality with a wide range of features and an elegant appearance. An integrated amplifier with the advantage of digital input.

  • ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) and high quality parts
  • - I/O (input to output) Direct Symmetrical Design
  • - ART (Anti-Resolution and Tough) Base
  • - Custom-made power transformer / 12,000uF block capacitors / Aluminum-extruded heat sinks
  • 120W x 2 (max), 85W x 2 (RMS) high power output
  • Pure Direct Mode for Greater Sound Purity
  • Continuous Variable Loudness Control
  • Gold-plated speaker terminals and RCA (CD, Phono) and coaxial terminals
  • Digital audio inputs for TV or Blu-ray Player
  • Connection for YBA-11 Bluetooth Wireless Adapter
  • Simple yet sophisticated design (aluminium front panel)
  • Auto Power Standby

 

 

Features:


High sound quality circuit design based on the ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) concept


ToP-ART Design and ART Base Ensure Optimum Sound When processing and transmission of the audio signal is simple and direct there is less chance of it being affected by noise and distortion. Yamaha’s amplifier design technology called ToP-ART features an I/O (input to output) Direct Symmetrical Design, with left and right channels organised in a straight, symmetrical layout for highest signal purity. In addition, the ART (Anti-Resonance and Tough) Base bottom chassis and a solid centre bar provide high-rigidity support and vibration damping. These Yamaha design innovations contribute to this amplifiers’ rich audio reproduction with abundant musicality.


High Quality Parts for Outstanding Audio Performance


Custom-made power transformer, custom-made block capacitors, two direct signal path speaker relays, one-point grounding system, aluminium-extruded heat sinks and other top-quality parts effortlessly handle demanding audio signal conditions. The quality of each individual part, as well as how they work together, basically determines the sound quality of any component. Yamaha uses only very high quality parts, carefully selected and tested.


Created by Yamaha's Rich Experience and Tradition, and High Technological Expertise

Yamaha, with a long history of over 125 years as a musical instrument maker, also has a high reputation for HiFi components. The A-S501 is 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.


Pure Direct Mode for Greater Sound Purity


The Pure Direct mode causes the music signals to travel the shortest possible circuit route, bypassing the buffer amp and the tone, loudness and balance controls to virtually eliminate any signal degradation for the purest sound quality.


Continuously Variable Loudness Control


The A-S501 also feature a new analogue loudness control on the front panel that uses electronic volume for higher sound quality, which lets you adjust the loudness effect as desired. Separate from the overall volume, this controls the balance of the low- and high- frequency sounds, providing full tonal range at any volume level, compensating for the natural loss in the human ear of high and low frequencies at soft levels.


Gold-plated Terminals


Gold-plated terminals ensure a high quality connection that prevents signal loss. The A-S501 have Gold-plated speaker terminals and RCA (CD, Phono) and coaxial terminals.


Digital Audio Input for TV and/or Blu-ray Player


The A-S501 is equipped for digital audio input with both optical and coaxial terminals. The optical is for receiving audio from a TV, and the coaxial for receiving audio from a Blu-ray player. The audio stays in the digital domain, giving you pure, pristine dynamic sound for all your entertainment sources, from sports and other programmes to movies and concerts.


Connection for YBA-11 Bluetooth Wireless Adapter


With the YBA-11, you’ll be able to stream music wirelessly from a Bluetooth capable mobile phone or a PC to the Network receiver. Thanks to the digital connection and aptX® audio coding algorithm, you’ll enjoy wireless music streaming with optimum sound quality. You can also conveniently power the YBA-11 via the DC-out connection on the rear panel of the amplifier.


Speaker A, B or A+B Selection and Speaker Terminals for Two Systems


You can connect two separate speaker systems in different rooms and switch between them, or have them both playing at the same time. There are four terminals, so by just pushing a button, you can switch speakers to match the sound source.


Subwoofer Terminal

A terminal for connecting a subwoofer is provided, allowing you to increase the bass output of your system for a more powerful sound with better overall sound quality.


Phono MM Terminal

You can connect a turntable with an MM phono cartridge to play vinyl records. This lets you enjoy not only CDs, but also analogue record sound from an amp with the latest digital/analogue technology.


Simple yet Sophisticated Design


With a beautifully simple and unique design inherited directly from Yamaha’s HiFi audio components, this amplifier also boast an easy-to-operate button layout. The aluminium front panel has a richly textured silver hairline finish. The control knobs are also of the same luxurious construction as used on our top-end models.


Remote Control with Clean, Simple Design


The clean, simple design of the remote control provides easy-to-understand one-hand operation. The easy-to-use design makes it simple to adjust song volume and order. The unit has a sophisticated looking hairline finish that matches the design of the amplifiers. You can also use the remote to control a Yamaha CD player.


Rotary Encoder Input Selector with LEDs

The rotary encoder makes it quick and easy to select input sources. The luxury hairline finish material offers a nice tactile feeling. LEDs clearly show which source is selected, so you can easily switch sources even in a dark room.


Auto Power Standby Function


The amplifier has a power management function that detects when it hasn't been used for a long time (about 8 hours) even though the power is on, and automatically shifts it into standby mode. So even if you forget to turn it off, power consumption will be minimised.


 


A-S501
Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz) 85 W + 85 W (0.019% THD)
Maximum Power (4 ohms, 1kHz, 0.7% THD, for Europe) 120 W + 120 W
High Dynamic Power/Channel (8/6/4/2 ohms) 130/150/185/220 W
Damping Factor 240
Frequency Response 10 Hz-100 kHz +/-1.0 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (CD to Sp Out, 20 Hz-20 kHz) 0.019% (50 W/8 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (CD) 99dB (input shorted, 200 mV)
Audio In / Out 8 / 2
Digital Input Yes (optical / coaxial)
Subwoofer Out Yes
DC out Yes
Pure Direct Yes
ToP-ART Yes
Standby Power Consumption 0.5W
Power Management (Auto Power Standby) Yes
Dimensions (W x H x D) 435 x 151 x 387 mm; 17-1/8” x 6” x 15-1/4”
Weight 10.3 kg; 22.7 lbs.

 

 

 

Mission LX-5 MKII Floorstanding Speakers - pair - Black

 

 

LX-5 MKII is a 2-way Floorstanding loudspeaker with two 6.5″ bass drivers anda 1″ softdome treble unit.

The LX MKII Series is the latest in a long line of distinguished Mission loudspeakers, joining the multi-award winning speakers from the mid-level QX Series and the flagship ZX Series. LX MKII maintains the Mission trademark ‘Inverted Driver Geometry’ design, which means the path length between the drivers is optimised. Unique at this price-point, this arrangement allows the precision-tuned crossover to yield improved transient attack and astonishing detail.

Perfected over hundreds of hours of critical listening by Mission’s lead acoustic designer, Peter Comeau, Mission LX MKII utilises trickle-down innovations from the revered ZX series. Improvements in the famous Mission DiaDrive bass unit offer superior control of the low-frequency diaphragm while a refined high-frequency performance and a re-engineered cabinet bracing system further help create a loudspeaker system that outperforms its price-class.

 

Continuous Innovation

From over 40 years of British Hi-Fi heritage and experience, LX MKII is a representation of Mission’s non-stop pursuit of improvement and excellence

 

Advanced New Driver Surrounds and Crossover

One of the critical areas highlighted by the development of Mission ZX and QX models was the use of serrations in the driver surrounds to help scatter interfering reflections from localised surfaces to the dome and cone

LX MKII now incorporates these serrations into the driver surrounds, adding further finesse to the drive unit outputs and providing a smoother frequency response

With minor perturbations in the driver response ironed out, the crossover for each model has been optimised to take advantage of the improved performance

The result is that the LX MKII builds on the winning formula of the LX, both enhancing the clarity of
midrange and treble detail and improving the micro-dynamics of the musical performance for an even more thrilling listener experience

 

Inverted Geometry Drive Design

Mission’s classic IDG (Inverted Driver Geometry) driver format positions the high frequency below the bass / midrange driver meaning the length of path is equalised so the sound waves coincide at the listener’s head height. A proprietary principle that improves ‘time alignment’ and thus transient performance in Mission speakers

 

A New Start, With a New Finish

Standout new finish options follow the Mission mantra of fusing Hi-Fi heritage with contemporary design. LX MKII is beautifully finished in a choice of walnut pearl, and the latest Lux Black and Lux White matte finishes.

LX MKII is the epitome of affordable high-end audio, harnessing materials, techniques and technologies that you would only expect to find in other speakers costing many times the price

Whatever your choice of music, LX MKII will reproduce it with outstanding accuracy, detailing and realism, embodying Mission’s traditional adage since the 1970s

 

 

LX-5 MKII Specifications


General description 2-way floorstanding speaker
Enclosure type bass reflex
Bass driver 6.5"(165mm) composite fibre x2
Treble driver 25mm microfibre dome
AV shield No
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 90dB
Recommended amplifier power 30-150W
Peak SPL 106dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum impedance 4.2Ω
Frequency response (+/-3dB) 42Hz ~ 20kHz
Bass extension(-6dB) 38Hz
Crossover frequency 2.3kHz
Cabinet Volume (in litres) 42L
Height (on plinth) (975+20)mm
Width 226mm
Depth (with terminals) (300+8)mm
Carton size 420 x 340 x 1090mm
Net weight 19.1kg/pcs
Gross weight 22.4kg/ctn