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Aug 20, 2013

Yamaha A-S3000 Amp And CD-S3000 CD Player To Be Available In U.S. In September

Yamaha today announced that the company’s flagship A-S3000 integrated amplifier and CD-S3000 CD/SACD player will be available in the U.S. in September. These flagship Hi-Fi models are built with expert craftsmanship, rock solid anti-distortion construction and the best-sounding components to give audiophiles the fullest emotional connection to their music.

With a classic retro look and latest state-of-the-art features, these units embody the culmination of the company’s long history and obsession with high performance 2-channel natural sound reproduction. Bringing its rich tradition in Hi-Fi to the digital age, Yamaha has integrated a built-in USB DAC into the CD-S3000, enabling the most discerning listeners to enjoy high-resolution digital files at peak audiophile standards.

Yamaha A-S3000

Yamaha A-S3000

The CD/SACD player features the exceptionally high performing 32-bit ESS SABRE32 REFERENCE DAC that provides unprecedented dynamic and expressive sound from all disc-based media.

"As a company with a rich heritage in musical instruments, and music playback with two-channel audio, we know that these flagship components deliver on their impressive specs. We also know that this is just the beginning," said Bob Goedken, general manager, Yamaha, AV Division. "The A-S3000 and CD-S3000 are greater than the sum of their parts. They are designed-by-ear to create closer bonds between artists and listeners for truly elevated audio experiences."

The A-S3000 and CD-S3000 represent the ultimate expression of Yamaha’s craftsmanship, featuring anti-vibration and distortion eliminating measures, including a rigid streamlined construction with the shortest possible cabling routes.

Bringing its rich tradition in Hi-Fi to the digital age, Yamaha has integrated a built-in USB DAC into the CD-S3000, enabling the most discerning listeners to enjoy high-resolution digital files at peak audiophile standards.

The CD-S3000 player accomplishes superior vibration control and ultra-precise signal reading via an optimized high-precision rigid CD mechanism.

The A-S3000's floating and balanced design, with MOSFETs and a large toroidal transformer mounted within an independent three-dimensional inner frame, produce a warm tube-like sound.

The components’ classic styling includes clean lines and rich black piano finish side panels. The A-S3000's integrated amp also features large eye-catching level meters.

Pricing And Availability

The Yamaha A-S3000 and CD-S3000 will be available exclusively at authorized Yamaha dealers in September for MSRP $7,999.95 and MSRP $6,999.95, respectively.

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