DA-8S vs A12
The A12's signal-to-noise is 102 dB against the DA-8S's 90 dB and its thd 0.005% against 0.008%. Both share power @ 8ω (40W) and power @ 4ω (80W).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$110
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the DA-8S
The SMSL DA-8S is a compact stereo Class D integrated amplifier for desktop, bookshelf, and nearfield speaker systems. It uses an Infineon Class D amplifier chip and provides balanced XLR, RCA, and Bluetooth 5.0 inputs. Output is rated at 80 W per channel into 4 ohms or 40 W per channel into 8 ohms. The amplifier includes SMSL SDB tone controls, electronic volume control, an OLED display, remote control, and protection against conditions including overcurrent and overheating.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 40W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 80W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- D
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.008%
- SNR
- 90 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- XLR, RCA
- Analog Outputs
- speaker binding posts
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 185 × 40 × 125 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.5 kg (1 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 40W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions