Audiolab 8000P ()
Overview
The 8000P is part of the 8000 series and was designed to pair with the Audiolab 8000Q preamplifier. It matches the 8000Q's width and height, and has the same clean, straight-line look. Unlike the integrated models in the lineup, it has no volume controls and no front-panel circuitry. It is a dedicated power stage for systems where precision and headroom mattered.
The 8000P sits in a family that includes the 8000M mono blocks, the 8000T tuner and the 8000DAC. That suggests Audiolab positioned it as a modular component for system builders. No official documentation outlines its competitive context, but forum discussions indicate users considered it alongside the 8000M monos or the earlier 8000A models, weighing cost, power and channel separation.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Audiolab |
| Product type | Stereo power amplifier |
| Total harmonic distortion factor | Not more than 0.05% |
| Frequency characteristic | 20 Hz to 20 kHz ± 0.3 dB |
| Input Sensitivity / Impedance | 1 V (Maximum Output) / 50k Ω |
| Gain | 29dB (1kHz) |
| Power consumption | Up to 450 VA |
| External dimensions | Width 445x Height 74x Depth 330 mm |
| Weight | 9.0kg |
| Input for full rated power | 1.0 V rms |
| Input impedance | 47 kΩ nominal |
| Peak output current | Over 40 amps |
| Amplifier class | AB class |
Key Features
Dual-Mono Power Supply Design
The 8000P uses separate power supply units for the left and right channels. The aim was to minimize crosstalk and keep current delivery stable under dynamic loads. This dual-mono approach was relatively uncommon at its price point, and it suggests a focus on channel separation and transient response. The power stage can deliver over 40 amps of peak current, which gives it authority with difficult speaker loads.
AB Class Amplification with Protection Circuit
The amplifier runs in AB class, which balances efficiency with low idle heat and makes it suitable for extended listening sessions. A built-in electronic protection system guards against short circuits, overloads and thermal runaway. The circuit topology isn't detailed in available documentation. The measured THD of no more than 0.05% indicates tight control over harmonic artifacts.
Straight-Line Chassis and RF Intermodulation Mitigation
The 8000P follows Audiolab's signature "straight line" design language, with symmetry and minimal front-panel clutter. Internally, sound quality is reportedly improved by eliminating AF/RF intermodulation. That goal implies careful shielding and layout to keep high-frequency interference out of the audio signal. The chassis is not described in material terms.
Collectibility & Value
Original pricing for the 8000P varied by market, with a Japanese RRP of ¥200,000 and a UK RRP of £600. Current market data is sparse, but a March 2026 listing on Reverb offered an 8000S preamp and 8000P power amp combo for $650. Individual units are occasionally described as "RARE" in listings, and forum users have noted examples as "lightly used," suggesting low attrition among surviving units. No widespread failure modes or maintenance issues are documented, though long-term reliability likely depends on capacitor health and power supply integrity.
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