Onkyo A9555 Integrated Digital Stereo Amplifier Review

To sum this piece of kit up we have to say “Slightly retro Looks, but 100% 21st century sound”, the Onkyo A9555 has a very precise sound for an amp in its price range. The bass is fast and punchy but not at the expense of the top end which is crystal clear and has a decent amount of that indefinable “airyness” true audiophiles are after. It has great vocal detail and can project very large sound into big spaces.

Onkyo A9555 Stereo Amplifier Front Panel

Onkyo A9555 Stereo Amplifier Front Panel

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In the original Japanese  “On” means ‘sound’ and “Kyo” translates as ‘harmony’, we have to agree in this case. If you are looking for a stereo amplifier in the $500 to $900 price range you will not find a better sounding unit.

Good points:

  • Great value, stands up well against amps up to 2 and 3 times the price
  • Elegant retro looks, and good overall build quality
  • lush “tube” sound that is forgiving and never harsh
  • Excellent mid range warmth
  • Full Punchy bassend
  • Good layout and easy to use front panel, also of good build quality
  • Well designed and functional remote

Bad points:

  • Occasional can sound a little too rolled off in the extreme high end. Very forgiveable at this price point.
  • No pre-out / main-in jacks or pre-out for a subwoofer.

Onkyo A9555 Stereo Amplifier Back Panel

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Manufacturer Specifications

General Features

  • Remote Control Included
  • Stereo Power Rating (watts) 85

Inputs / Outputs

  • Command / Control IR Output, IR Input
  • Line In Rear Input
  • Analog Audio (2) Rear Output, (5) Rear Input
  • Headphone Jack Front Output
  • Phono Rear Input
  • Speaker Terminals 5-Way Binding Post

Dimensions

  • Weight (Pounds) 28.7
  • Depth (Inches) 16.9
  • Height (Inches) 5.8
  • Width (Inches) 17.1

Detailed Specifications:

Amplifier Section
Power Output 85 W/Ch (8 ohms, 0.5 %, FTC)

Dynamic Power

  • 3 ohms, Front 230 W/Ch
  • 4 ohms, Front 200 W/Ch
  • 8 ohms, Front 120 W/Ch
  • Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08 %
  • Damping Factor 25 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 ohms)

Input Sensitivity and Impedance

  • Phono MM 2.5 mV/50 k-ohms
  • CD 200 mV/50 k-ohms

Output Level and Impedance

  • Rec out 200 mV/2.2 k-ohms
  • Phono Overload 70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5 %)
  • Frequency Response 10 Hz-60 kHz (+ 1, – 3 dB, CD)
  • Tone Control
  • Bass + 10 dB, – 10 dB, 100 Hz
  • Treble + 10 dB, – 10 dB, 20 kHz
  • Loudness + 10 dB, 50 Hz / + 2 dB, 10 kHz
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100 dB (CD, IHF-A), 70 dB (Phono, IHF-A)
  • Speaker Impedance 4 ohms-16 ohms

General

  • Power Supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
  • Power Consumption 110 W
  • Standby Power Consumption 0.3 W
  • Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-1/8 x 5-13/16 x 16-15/16 inches
  • Weight 28.7 lbs./13 kg
  • List price $699 (Check Amazon for current Onkyo A-9555 pricing)
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June 10, 2009 · Aiki · One Comment
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  1. GarykPatton - June 15, 2009

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