Onkyo Unveils Its Stunning New Icon Series of AV Components

(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.

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[Sonnie Parker]

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.

 

[Todd Anderson]

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 )!

 

[JStewart]

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 )!

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!

 

[Sonnie Parker]

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.