PA5800 vs Parasound HCA-855A
The HCA-855A's power @ 8ω is 85W against the PA5800's 80W. Both share signal-to-noise (115 dB), thd (0.030%), and input sensitivity (1.0V RMS).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$324.03
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About the PA5800
The Harman Kardon PA5800 is a 5-channel high-current power amplifier designed for high-performance home theater and music systems, delivering 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms across all five channels. It features a built-in 6-12V remote trigger turn-on system, wide-bandwidth linear design, and high current capability for demanding speaker loads, making it suitable for multi-channel home theater setups, bi-amping, or robust stereo use with additional channels for surrounds or a subwoofer. Produced in the late 1990s (approximately 1996-1998), the PA5800 is no longer in current production.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 80W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 110W @ 4Ω
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 1.0V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 33000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.030%
- SNR
- 115 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- 5 channel inputs
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 440 × 155 × 394 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 13.6 kg (30 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 80W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions