Onkyo Unveils Its Stunning New Icon Series of AV Components

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(January 7, 2025) Onkyo has delivered on its promise to reshape its take on high-fidelity audio with the launch of its highly anticipated Icon Series. Announced today, the series includes three models: the Icon P-80 Network Preamplifier, Icon M-80 Power Amplifier, and Icon A-50 Integrated Amplifier. This trio isn't just another product release—it’s a statement of intent from Onkyo, which embarked on a bold rebranding journey last December, signaling a fresh direction for the legendary audio brand.

Tapping its rich history of 80 years in audio innovation, Onkyo has infused the Icon Series with cutting-edge technology and timeless design. Each component features a sleek aluminum chassis with 5mm front panels and an elegant, fan-less design to eliminate noise. Internally, each shares the company's proprietary DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuitry),which reduces beats generated in the ultra-high frequency band by DIDRC's High Slew Rate Circuit. The result is improved sound reproduction of analog recordings and stabilized audio signals with positive and negative signal symmetry to reproduce minute signals such as those of MC cartridges.

The Icon P-80 Network Preamplifier, priced at $1,999, offers an impressive range of features, including Dirac Live Room Correction (limited to 20Hz–500Hz, with full-bandwidth, Bass Control, and Active Room Treatment optional), a premium Stereo AK4452 32bit / 768kHz DAC for reduced distortion, and a high-quality phono stage for MM/MC cartridges. It’s compatible with today’s leading music platforms like Spotify, TIDAL, and AirPlay 2 while also offering HDMI ARC connectivity, making it a versatile hub for both analog and digital music enthusiasts.

The Icon M-80 Power Amplifier, also priced at $1,999, delivers 200W at 4 ohms (150W at 8 ohms) through its Symmetrical Class AB amplifier design. Featuring robust components like hi-fi grade terminals, copper bus bars, and an extruded aluminum heat sink for vibration suppression, the M-80 doesn’t just promise power—it's built to deliver finesse and clarity across musical genres.

Rounding out the series is the Icon A-50 Integrated Amplifier. Priced $500 less than the P-80, the A-50 combines the best features of its siblings with 180W at 4 ohms of power and the option for full-bandwidth Dirac Live correction. Whether streaming via AirPlay or spinning vinyl, the A-50 is designed to adapt seamlessly to your audio setup.

All three new models are scheduled to begin shipping in Q4 2025. Onkyo is showcasing working prototypes at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.

Onkyo P-80 Preamp Pre-Production Connectivity Specifications
Phono Inputs: MM/MC compatibility
Analog Audio Inputs: 3 pairs of unbalanced RCA ports
Digital Audio Inputs: 1 Coaxial CD input, 1 Optical input
HDMI Inputs: 1 input (ARC capable, no video passthrough)
Wireless Connectivity: Dual Wi-Fi antennaeSingle Ethernet port
USB: 1 USB port
Outputs: 1 pair of unbalanced RCA L/R outputs, 1 pair of balanced XLR L/R outputs, 2 Subwoofer outputs
Control: 12V Trigger

Onkyo M-80 Power Amp Pre-Production Connectivity Specifications
Inputs: 1 pair of balanced XLR L/R inputs, 1 pair of unbalanced RCA L/R inputs
Outputs: 8 speaker posts (A/B channels for both left and right)
Control: 12V Trigger




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So, they are offering DLART as an optional upgrade?

They will be the first outside of StormAudio.

I love the meter look, but I'm out of space to add more audio rooms. Angie already thinks I'm crazy for having all these systems. However, I also think she has some empathy for my addiction.
 
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That's what PR materials claim... tho, I'm not exactly sure how that works with just two channels of audio? I need to get direct confirmation on this.

I'm with you on the look. I think they've knocked it out of the park with these units. Spectacular (and I can't wait to see pictures of them in your home :redgrin: )!
 
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That's what PR materials claim... tho, I'm not exactly sure how that works with just two channels of audio? I need to get direct confirmation on this.

I'm with you on the look. I think they've knocked it out of the park with these units. Spectacular (and I can't wait to see pictures of them in your home :redgrin: )!
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Could there be a subwoofer or dual subwoofer outputs on the back panel? What’s interesting, to me at least, is there are no photos of the back panel for any of the icon series, anywhere on the net. Not even in the media kit on Onkyo’s website.

But even without subs, ART should still work with just two speakers. I thought speakers in a group can support each other. I expect it would be better than regular Dirac, but It would also make sense that ART would work much better with more support speakers.

Have to agree, they look really good!

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I would think you'd need some support speakers, at least a couple to make it work better. I suppose the right and left could support each other, but not sure how effective it would be. It would be nice to see the inputs/outputs... or the impossible to find pics of the rear panel. Surely it has subwoofer out.
 
I've got a few photos, but have been asked not to share them online. I'm sure Onkyo will release official PR photos at some point.

Here's what I see:

On the P-80 there's MM/MC Phono inputs, radio antenna connection, dual Wi-Fi antennae, three pairs of unbalanced RCA analog ports, a coaxial CD input, and optical IN and OUT. You also have a single HDMI input for ARC (no HDMI output, so this preamp isn't capable of video passthrough). There's single USB and Ethernet ports.

In terms of output, there's unbalanced L/R and balanced XLR L/R outputs, in addition to TWO subwoofer outputs. There's also a 12V trigger.

The fit and finish on the backside of the pre-amps and amp are just as nice as the front. Onkyo nailed it!

For the amp, there's a 12 volt trigger, L/R balanced inputs, L/R unbalanced inputs, and eight speaker posts (left and right channels for A and B).
 
It makes sense that it doesn't pass video since it sounds like it's made for two-channel. It's good to know it has two subwoofer outputs.
 
Here is some further clarification about Dirac. Per a contact inside Onkyo, the P-80 "supports" DLBC and ART. The timing for availability is TBD.

So, those features can technically be run. No launch date to report. So, we'll either see them land or we won't. Impossible to know.
 
I suppose "supports" doesn't actually mean implemented and useable. It would be nice to see it functional when it all hits the market.
 
Yes, tough to tell how real marketing speak is!
 
Good question @symphara... hang tight and I'll see if I can get an answer on that.
 
The answer from Onkyo is no – no HT Bypass mode.
 
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