Control Polk Audio Fr1 With Universal Remote

A week into this amplifier and I’m pleased with its performance and value.  The A-S301 replaces a Denon PMA-600NE which I had -- briefly.  The main problem with the Denon was the dodgy motorized volume control.  Like the motorized volume control on the A-S301, it rotates clockwise from about 7:00 to 5:00 either by hand or by using the remote.  The problems with the Denon were (1) it had almost no volume between 7:00 and about 8:30, and then the volume came on with a rush and (2) the steps using the remote were too coarse (an online review of a Marantz amplifier – same parent company – noted the same things).  I was curious how the Yamaha volume control would work, but I need not have worried.  I stuck a little orange dot on the volume knob and it was easy to tell that both the knob movement and the volume levels were aligned, and that the amplifier was capable of fine adjustment manually or with the remote.  The other nice feature about the A-S301 (and its siblings) is the loudness control.  I haven’t needed it much for contemporary CDs or FLAC files, but recently I got some FLACs and CDs of re-mastered Arturo Toscanini/NBC Symphony recordings from the early 1950s. These are mono, but adjusting both the volume and loudness greatly improved the listening experience.  Kudos to Yamaha for that feature at this price point.  I’m using a pair of Polk ES15 speakers, which is a combination that several online reviews recommend.  I also have a Polk XT10 down-firing subwoofer. My living room is not large, and the Yamaha/Polk setup makes for a very good listening experience.  The only thing I miss from the Denon is the built-in Bluetooth for listening.  I like to play music from the speakers, and also use a pair of on-ear headphones around inside the house.  I still haven’t found a good solution for that, but it certainly wasn’t a deal breaker. Taking all into consideration, and as others have noted, the A-S301 punches way above its weight.

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I have this amp powering 6 Polk Audio 8" outdoor speakers.

Great Cam ,upgraded audio is amazing. Very good in low light,Would like to mention some accessories that are not mentioned on this site..gt-vp11 mini tripod with camera controls works,,,,and sony remote control rmt-835 works ,. you have to turn on remote control in the menu..also great battery life---and very good night shot--need extender light for any distance,.would highly recommend .

Great product: built quality, audio quality, design, functionalities!! Great remote control features. Really Happy! Also great service from B&H! Thank you!

Connect to mic stand, place wireless keyboard on it, use as remote control for recording audio.

There's a LOT to like about this recorder. The BT app is great for remote control, 4 different ways to power the unit, and more. They put a lot of thought into the design in my opinion. And finally, 32 bit float is the next big thing in digital audio- not having to set input gains and no longer needing to worry about an accidental clip ruining your entire recording. It's like shooting photographs and video in RAW, but with audio.

This perfectly protects my Universal Audio interface on road trips.

Perfectly protects the Universal Audio Apollo Solo interface.

I use the Aluratek ABC02F Universal Bluetooth Audio Receiver and Transmitter connected to the Optical Audio output on my Sony TV. It pairs with a set of Sony Bluetooth earbuds to provide a separate channel for audio for my aging ears while the TV's audio continues to function independently for the rest of the family. The optical connection to the TV was simple and the ABC02F paired quickly and easily to the Sony Earbuds. The ABC02F is plugged into a USB port on the TV and is always on so the earbuds are reconnected within the time it takes to remove them from their charger/case and insert them into the ear.