Audiolab 8000S
An entry-level integrated amplifier in Audiolab's 8000 Series, known for clean, detailed sound and traditional Class A/B design.
Overview
The Audiolab 8000S is an integrated amplifier, and it's the entry-level model in the 8000 Series. It replaced the 8000A. The design is fully traditional: a toroidal transformer, separate power supplies for the input and output stages, and a rigid, heavily damped chassis. It has a high-quality moving-magnet phono stage and comes with a remote control. The remote feels plasticky.
Specifications
| Power output | 60W per channel into 8 ohms |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz ±0.5dB |
| THD | <0.003% (20Hz–20kHz at 1W into 8 ohms) |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | >100dB (A-weighted, ref. 1W) |
| Inputs | 6 line inputs, 1 moving-magnet phono input |
| Outputs | 1 tape output, 1 preamp output |
| Remote control | Includes remote control |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 445 x 85 x 305mm |
| Weight | 8.5kg |
Design
The 8000S uses a Class A/B output stage and is described as a fully traditional integrated amplifier. It features a toroidal transformer, separate power supplies for the input and output stages, and a rigid, heavily damped chassis. The built-in moving-magnet phono stage is noted for being quiet and detailed.
Product Family
The 8000S is the entry-level model in Audiolab's 8000 Series. The rest of the series is the 8000P power amplifier, 8000C control amplifier, 8000M mono power amplifiers, 8000T tuner, and 8000DAC.
Context
The 8000S replaced the 8000A and was part of a modular system designed for compatibility across components. The Audiolab name and some model lines have since been revived. The 8000S remains a well-regarded model from the original era.
Market
Older Audiolab equipment has been reported to suffer from degraded plastic parts. No specific failure modes are documented for the 8000S. The remote control feels plasticky and less sturdy in build.
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