Audio Pro Link 2 + Yamaha A-S501 + Scansonic L7

Audio Pro Link 2 + Yamaha A-S501 + Scansonic L7

The Link 2 is a clever little music streamer and multiroom player.
A simple way to connect any audio gear - turntable (with a built-in phono preamp), CD player or any other powered speaker - to a multiroom system of your choice. You can choose between 3 different wireless systems; AirPlay 2, Google Cast or Audio Pro multiroom. Connect the Link 2 to any powered speakers, Hi-Fi systems or AV receivers. Control all sound with the multiroom system app of your chosen ecosystem.

Powering this package is the Yamaha A-S501 integrated amplifier with its ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) and high-quality parts, and the Scansonic HD L7 bookshelf speakers.

What's Included:

•Audio Pro Link 2 Wireless Multiroom WiFi Streamer
• Yamaha A-S501 Stereo Integrated Hi-Fi Amplifier
• Scansonic HD L7 Bookshelf Speakers

Audio Pro Link 2 Wireless Multiroom Wi-Fi Streamer

The Link 2 is a clever little music streamer and multiroom player. A simple way to connect any audio gear - turntable (with a built-in phono preamp), CD player or any other powered speaker - to a multiroom system of your choice. You can choose between 3 different wireless systems; AirPlay 2, Google Cast or Audio Pro multiroom. Connect the Link 2 to any powered speakers, Hi-Fi systems or AV receivers. Control all sound with the multiroom system app of your chosen ecosystem.

Key Features:

• Compact Wi-Fi & Bluetooth enabled multiroom streamer
• Connect to your old hi-fi gear to add modern features
• Stream your favourite music from a mobile device
• 4 preset buttons give you fast access to playlists and radio stations
• Supports Airplay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect etc
• Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, Tune In Radio & more!
• Supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio streams

User Manual (PDF, 2.64MB)

Yamaha A-S501 Hi-Fi Amplifier

Designed for excellent sound quality, but with a beautiful appearance that comes at no sacrifice to visual aesthetics. The new Yamaha A-S501 integrated amplifier offers reliable power, extensive connectivity, and is packed full of features that make it a versatile option for delivering pure and convenient hi-fi sound.

Key Features:

• Stereo 2.1ch integrated amplifier with both digital and analogue connections
• 85W per channel RMS (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.019% THD)
• 120W per channel maximum power (4 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7% THD)
• ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) and high-quality parts
• I/O (input to output) Direct Symmetrical Design
• ART (Anti-Resonance and Tough) Base
• Custom-made power transformer / 12,000uF block capacitors / Aluminium-extruded heat sinks
• Pure Direct Mode for Greater Sound Purity
• Continuous Variable Loudness Control
• Gold-plated speaker terminals and RCA terminals
• Digital audio inputs for TV or Blu-ray Player
• MM Phono input for connecting a turntable
• Speaker A / B terminals support multiroom or bi-wiring systems
• Simple yet sophisticated design (aluminium front panel and knobs)
• Auto Power Standby

User Manual (PDF, 1MB)

ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) concept

ToP-ART design and ART base ensures optimum sound. When processing and transmission of the audio signal is simple and direct, there is less chance of it being affected by noise and distortion. Yamaha’s amplifier design technology called ToP-ART features an I/O (input to output) Direct Symmetrical Design, with left and right channels organised in a straight, symmetrical layout for highest signal purity. In addition, the ART (Anti-Resonance and Tough) Base bottom chassis and a solid centre bar provide high-rigidity support and vibration damping. These Yamaha design innovations contribute to this amplifier's rich audio reproduction with abundant musicality.

Created by Yamaha's Rich Experience and Tradition, and High Technological Expertise

Yamaha, with a long history of over 125 years as a musical instrument maker, also has a high reputation for HiFi components. The A-S501 is created by taking advantage of this rich experience and high technological expertise. Based on the concept of “Natural Sound”, for reproducing all music as it really sounds, and built with scrupulous care from circuit design to basic sound production, even though the A-S501 is an accessible model, it reproduces high sound quality and musically rich sound.

High-Quality Parts for Outstanding Audio Performance

Custom-made power transformer, custom-made block capacitors, two direct signal path speaker relays, one-point grounding system, aluminium-extruded heat sinks and other top-quality parts effortlessly handle demanding audio signal conditions. The quality of each individual part, as well as how they work together, basically determines the sound quality of any component. Yamaha uses only very high-quality parts, carefully selected and tested.

Rotary Encoder Input Selector with LEDs

The rotary encoder makes it quick and easy to select input sources. The luxury hairline finish material offers a nice tactile feeling. LEDs clearly show which source is selected, so you can easily switch sources even in a dark room.

Simple yet Sophisticated Design

With a beautifully simple and unique design inherited directly from Yamaha’s Hi-Fi audio components, this amplifier also boasts an easy-to-operate button layout. The aluminium front panel has a richly textured black hairline finish. The control knobs are also of the same luxurious construction as used on our top-end models.

Pure Direct Mode for Greater Sound Purity

The Pure Direct mode causes the music signals to travel the shortest possible circuit route, bypassing the buffer amp and the tone, loudness and balance controls to virtually eliminate any signal degradation for the purest sound quality.

Continuously Variable Loudness Control

The A-S501 also features a new analogue loudness control on the front panel that uses electronic volume for higher sound quality, which lets you adjust the loudness effect as desired. Separate from the overall volume, this controls the balance of the low and high-frequency sounds, providing full tonal range at any volume level, compensating for the natural loss in the human ear of high and low frequencies at soft levels.

Gold-Plated Terminals

Gold-plated terminals ensure a high-quality connection that prevents signal loss. The A-S701 have gold-plated speaker terminals and RCA/Coaxial input terminals.

Subwoofer Terminal

Achieve deep, powerful hi-fi sound with a 2.1 system. A terminal for connecting a subwoofer is provided, allowing you to increase the bass output of your system for a more powerful sound with better overall sound quality.

Phono MM Terminal

You can connect a turntable with an MM phono cartridge to play your vinyl records. This connection lets you enjoy the analogue sound of your record collection, from an amp with the latest digital/analogue technology.

Auto Power Standby Function

The amplifier has a power management function that detects when it hasn't been used for a long time (about 8 hours) even though the power is on, and automatically shifts it into standby mode. So even if you forget to turn it off, power consumption will be minimised.

Scansonic L7 Bookshelf Speakers

The L series was developed using Scansonic's experience from their popular M & MB-B series speakers, but specifically with budget in mind. The Scansonic L series, therefore, aims not only for great sound but also value for money. The enclosures of the L Series are rear-ported and deliver rich sound with smooth authentic bass.

Key Features:

• 1" silk dome tweeter
• 6.5" paper sandwich construction mid/bass woofer
• Rear bass reflex port
• Magnetic fabric grilles included
• Heavily-braced cabinet for reduced resonance
• Authentic Scandinavian design

A Powerful, Musical Experience

The L7 is the largest compact speaker in the L Series, promising a powerful, musical experience at an affordable price. Deep bass and crisp, clean highs are made possible by the two-way bass reflex design and combination of 25mm soft dome tweeter and a 6.5" woofer with paper sandwich cone.

Although larger than the L5, the Scansonic L7 speakers are just as versatile and ideal as front or rear surround channels in a 5.1 system.

Construction

The L7 speakers use a special paper cone material to achieve the optimum stiffness and damping for the cone size. The woofer is flanked by a high-performance tweeter to give you great performance at this price. The cabinet has been heavily braced and the increased thickness of the walls means that unwanted resonances are kept under tight control.

Finish

The Scansonic L Series speakers come in 3 finishes; a stealthy home theatre style Theatre Black, a light modern lifestyle look in textured White and a classic home hi-fi vibe in Walnut.

About Scansonic HD

It would be impossible to introduce Scansonic without first mentioning Raidho. Having worked with Raidho speakers for more than 12 years, this Danish group of engineers and designers found themselves facing a completely new challenge when they were tasked with creating a new range of high-performance speakers for the Scansonic brand.

From the start, Scansonic's team were dedicated to building on all the experiences and strengths obtained from designing the Raidho speakers. At the same time, they also had to be aware of the long heritage and the Nordic design tradition of the Scansonic brand. The ultimate goal was to create the very best possible speakers within reasonable financial limits.