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Onkyo Launches Muse Y‑50 80th Anniversary Edition: 250W Stereo Amplifier and Hi-Fi Network Player
Renowned Japanese brand Onkyo has unveiled a limited-edition Muse network integrated amplifier lineup to celebrate its 80th anniversary.
Among them, the company highlights the flagship model, the Onkyo Muse Y‑50 Anniversary Edition. This high-end audiophile solution boasts unique acoustic calibration capabilities and a prestigious neo-retro design, delivering 250W of output.
Having recently introduced the features of the Y‑40 and Y‑50 models (refer to Onkyo Muse Y‑40: Connected Stereo Amplifier and Modern Hi-Fi News, and Onkyo Muse Y‑50: 250W Stereo Amplifier and Hi-Fi Network Player News), Japanese manufacturer Onkyo still had an ace up its sleeve.
And now, with the Onkyo Muse Y‑50, they have finally revealed it. Beneath a luxurious exterior inspired by the 1990s, this Class D stereo network integrated amplifier combines modern connectivity with nostalgia for the golden age of hi-fi, targeting discerning audiophiles seeking to elevate their listening experience.
Onkyo Muse Y‑50 80th Anniversary Edition: Champagne Gold Chassis, Natural Walnut Wood, and 250W Output
The Onkyo Muse Y‑50 adopts a robust and elegant champagne gold aluminum front panel, complemented by wide panels of natural Bordeaux walnut wood on the sides. This aesthetic pays homage to the legendary components of the Integra line, particularly the iconic Integra M‑588 amplifier, which represented the pinnacle of Onkyo engineering in the 1990s.
Internally, an ExiG Class D amplification scheme combined with MOSFET transistors drives the output to deliver a generous power output of 250W per channel at 4 ohms.
The overall design also incorporates a Sankakuji pattern on the ventilation top plate, expressing an homage to Japanese culture. The interface operates based on a 5.46-inch (13.9cm) color LCD screen that displays track information, settings, and beautiful analog-style VU meters.
Onkyo Muse Y‑50 80th Anniversary Edition: Universal Streaming and Onkyo Room EQ
The true technological evolution of the Onkyo Y‑50 lies in the integration of a unique acoustic calibration system, specially developed for the Muse series. This device optimizes performance in any listening environment, delivering an immersive sound experience regardless of the space.
For digital audio sources, the network player boasts Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Qplay protocols for complete versatility. The entire ecosystem can be seamlessly powered on, configured, and controlled through the Onkyo Controller mobile application.
Onkyo Muse Y-50 80th Anniversary Edition, Extensive Connectivity
Connectivity also follows the same high standard in terms of versatility. This device integrates analog RCA inputs, digital coaxial inputs, an Ethernet port, and Wi-Fi. LP record enthusiasts will be delighted to find an MM/MC phono input. Signal processing also utilizes HDMI connectors, including an HDMI ARC terminal for easy connection with TVs.
Words from Onkyo's Chief Operating Officer, Vinny Bonacorsi
"We are honored to introduce the Onkyo Anniversary Edition products, which celebrate timeless industrial design and emotional connection that have defined generations of hi-fi enthusiasts while boldly reinterpreting them for today's modern listeners," says Vinny Bonacorsi, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Onkyo. "These products represent more than just a commemoration of our past; they are a signal flare announcing the exciting new era of the Onkyo brand."
Release scheduled for August 2026.
Suggested retail price: €1,699.
Summary of Key Features of the Onkyo Muse Y-50 (G) Anniversary Edition Amplifier:
• Model : 2.1
• Output : 2 x 250W at 4 ohms, 2 x 125W at 8 ohms
• Signal-to-noise ratio : 106 dB
• THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) : 0.08% at 8 ohms, 0.07% at 4 ohms
• Frequency response : 20 Hz - 30 kHz
• Inputs : 1 HDMI 2.1 input, 1 optical input, 1 coaxial input, 1 phono MM/MC input, 4 stereo RCA inputs including 1 front USB host port and 1 Ethernet port
• Outputs : 1 HDMI ARC output, 1 pre out 2.0 output, 1 6.35 mm headphone output, 1 LFE output, 2 pairs of screw-type speaker terminals
• OSD functionality
• UPnP (DLNA) audio gateway functionality
• Spotify Connect functionality
• Tidal Connect functionality
• Qobuz Connect functionality
• High-resolution FLAC support
• AIFF support
• Wav support
• ALAC support
• MP3 support
• WMA support
• AAC support
• DSD 2.8/5.6/11.2 MHz support
• Audio ARC functionality
• Network IP control
• Network AirPlay 2
• Network Chromecast (built-in)
• Network Bluetooth 5.1
• Network Wi-Fi 5
• High-resolution audio streaming via USB/network : Supported
• Internet radio : TuneIn
• High-Resolution Audio certified
• Headphone output : Supported
• Dimensions (width x height x depth, mm) : 350 x 99 x 337 mm
• Power consumption : 120W (standby 0.4W)
• Weight: 4.9 kg
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