Accuphase
Accuphase E-800
Best integrated amplifier for audiophiles seeking pure Class A sonic perfection.
Experience unparalleled audio fidelity with the Accuphase E-800, the flagship integrated stereo amplifier. This meticulously engineered unit boasts a fully balanced configuration from input to output, featuring the exquisite Balanced AAVA type volume control. Its power amplification stage is a marvel of design, utilizing a six-fold parallel push-pull configuration of power MOS-FETs driven in pure Class A for exceptional sound reproduction. Delivering a robust 50 watts into 8 ohms, it ensures powerful and precise audio performance for discerning listeners.
$19975.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
168
/ 1684
#168 in Power Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
+142%
Above average
Depth
19.76.
/ in
Who it's for
- Owners of demanding, low-impedance speakers requiring effortless power delivery
- Audiophiles seeking pure, warm, and highly detailed musical reproduction
- Collectors valuing Japanese craftsmanship and iconic, robust industrial design
Who should skip it
- Buyers preferring an all-in-one solution without additional modular expenses
- Budget-conscious listeners seeking high-end performance at a lower cost
- Users with limited rack space or poor ventilation in their home
Performance breakdown
Pure Class A Fidelity
Delivers the rich, liquid midrange transparency only true Class A provides.
Speaker Control
A massive damping factor ensures absolute authority over even difficult drivers.
Volume Precision
Balanced AAVA control eliminates noise while maintaining perfect channel balance.
Build Integrity
Massive chassis construction reflects decades of uncompromising Japanese engineering standards.
Dynamic Headroom
Linear power progression handles complex musical peaks with effortless, composed grace.
Signal Purity
Fully balanced architecture keeps the audio path pristine from input stage.
Key Specs
Depth
19.76 in.
Height
9.41 in.
Width
18.31 in.
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Amplifier Class
Class A
Product Weight
79.4 lbs
Voltage
120/220/230
Amplifier Channels
2
Features
- Flagship integrated amplifier
- Balanced AAVA volume control
- Pure Class A power amplification
- Instrumentation amplifier configuration
- Six-fold parallel push-pull MOS-FETs
- High damping factor of 1000
- Robust power supply
- Linear power progression
What customers say
The Accuphase E800 is widely regarded as a benchmark integrated amplifier, celebrated primarily for its exceptional sonic performance and impeccable build quality. Owners consistently describe the sound as warm, rich, and incredibly detailed, noting the profound silence of the background that reveals subtle musical nuances. The pure Class A operation delivers effortless dynamics, a key factor in its high praise. Furthermore, the proprietary AAVA volume control system ensures precise, noise-free attenuation. While substantial in size and weight, the consensus is that this amplifier represents an endgame purchase, offering performance rivaling separates. It is viewed as a long-term investment in engineering mastery and musical enjoyment.
Know before you buy
Pure Class A operation ensures that the amplifier's output transistors are always conducting, which eliminates switching distortion. This results in a highly linear, smooth, and natural sound signature that is particularly effective for critical listening.
A damping factor of 1000 indicates excellent control over the speaker drivers, particularly the woofer. This allows the E-800 to maintain tight, precise bass response and prevents unwanted cone movement, making it capable of driving even demanding, low-impedance speakers with ease.
Yes, the E-800 features a linear power progression. It delivers 50 watts into 8 ohms, 100 watts into 4 ohms, and 200 watts into 2 ohms, ensuring consistent performance even with speakers that have challenging impedance curves.
Balanced AAVA (Accuphase Analog Vari-gain Amplifier) eliminates the traditional variable resistor in the signal path. By using current-to-voltage conversion, it maintains signal purity and prevents degradation, ensuring that the sound quality remains consistent at any volume level.
Due to its substantial 79.4-pound weight and dimensions, you must ensure your audio rack or shelf is structurally rated to support the unit. Additionally, because it operates in Class A, the amplifier generates significant heat and requires ample ventilation space around the top and sides to function safely.
Absolutely. The E-800 utilizes a fully balanced configuration from input to output, which is designed to reject common-mode noise and interference. To take full advantage of this, you should use balanced XLR interconnects between your source components and the amplifier.
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