Onkyo Muse Y-50

Onkyo Muse Y-50 – High-Power Network Integrated Amplifier High power, refined sound and complete connectivity. The Onkyo Muse Y-50 is a high-performance network integrated amplifier designed to drive a wide range of speakers with authority while delivering a detailed and expansive soundstage. Combining powerful Class D amplification, HDMI connectivity and advanced room calibration, it is a complete solution for modern hi-fi systems. 125W @ 8Ω / 250W @ 4Ω – high-power Class D amplification MM/MC phono stage + subwoofer output (2.1 system ready) HDMI input & output (4K/120, 8K/60 compatible) Onkyo Room EQ for optimized room acoustics Product Overview The Onkyo Muse Y-50 is built around an Axign Class D amplifier with MOSFET output stage, delivering up to 250W into 4 ohms. This allows it to control a wide variety of speakers, from compact bookshelf models to large floorstanding designs, while maintaining clarity and stability. Despite its compact format, the Y-50 integrates a full preamplifier section (2.1 channels), multiple analogue and digital inputs, and HDMI connectivity, making it the central hub of a modern audio system. Listening Experience The Y-50 delivers a powerful, controlled and expansive sound with strong bass authority, precise midrange and smooth high frequencies. Its high output capability ensures excellent dynamics and headroom, even with demanding speakers or in larger rooms. Connectivity & Features Analogue inputs: 3 × RCA (unbalanced) Phono input: MM / MC compatible Digital: HDMI input (HDCP2.3, 4K/120, 8K/60, HDR10+, Dolby Vision) HDMI output: 1 × HDMI Pre-out: RCA (unbalanced) Subwoofer output: 1 channel Headphone output: 6.3 mm jack Network: Ethernet (10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX) Bluetooth: SBC, AAC Room Calibration The Y-50 features Onkyo Room EQ, a proprietary calibration system that analyzes your listening environment and applies sound correction tailored to your room, improving tonal balance and stereo imaging. Design & Build Quality Built with attention to detail, the Y-50 features an aluminum front panel for rigidity and vibration control, premium speaker terminals and a ventilated top plate inspired by Japanese design. Its compact chassis integrates easily into modern living spaces while maintaining high-end build quality. A 5.46-inch color LCD display provides playback information and an analog-style VU meter, while the intuitive interface and Onkyo Controller app ensure easy operation. Technical Specifications Amplifier type: Class D (Axign with MOSFET output) Channels: 2-channel amplifier / 2.1-channel preamplifier Output power: 125W (8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, THD 0.08%) / 250W (4Ω, 1kHz) Frequency response: 20Hz – 30kHz (+1 / -3dB) Tone control: Bass 100Hz ±10dB / Treble 10kHz ±10dB Speaker impedance: 4 – 16Ω Analogue inputs: 3 × RCA Phono input: 1 × MM/MC HDMI: 1 input / 1 output Pre-out: 1 × RCA Subwoofer: 1 output Headphone: 6.3 mm Network: Ethernet Bluetooth: SBC, AAC Power consumption: 120W / 1.8W idle / <0.4W standby Dimensions (W × H × D): 350 × 99 × 337 mm Weight: 4.9 kg Why Choose the Onkyo Muse Y-50? The Onkyo Muse Y-50 is ideal for users looking for a powerful, compact and fully connected amplifier capable of driving demanding speakers while offering modern connectivity and room optimization. It is a perfect centerpiece for a high-performance stereo system combining streaming, vinyl and TV audio. Onkyo Muse Y-40 vs Y-50 – Key Differences Power: Y-50 delivers significantly more output (125W vs ~75W) Speaker control: Y-50 handles larger and more demanding speakers Room correction: Y-50 includes Onkyo Room EQ (not available on Y-40) Use case: Y-40 = compact systems, Y-50 = full-scale hi-fi systems Conclusion: Choose the Y-40 for compact setups and simplicity. Choose the Y-50 if you want higher performance, more power and better scalability. Recommended System Bundles for the Onkyo Muse Y-50 With its higher power and control, the Y-50 allows more ambitious speaker pairings and higher-end system configurations. GOOD – Dynamic Compact System Speakers: Wharfedale Diamond 12.2i or Klipsch RP-600M II or Pylon Audio Diamond 18 MKII Cables: Melodika Sky Blue Ideal for medium-sized rooms. This setup offers strong dynamics, good bass extension and excellent clarity, with Klipsch providing higher efficiency and Pylon delivering a more neutral, detailed sound. BETTER – Full Audiophile System Speakers: Wharfedale Diamond 12.4i or Pylon Audio Diamond 28 MKII Turntable: Gold Note Valore 425 Plus Cartridge: Gold Note Donatello Red Cables: Melodika Brown Sugar speaker cables Interconnect: Melodika Sky Blue A powerful and balanced system with excellent scale and musicality. The Y-50 fully controls floorstanding speakers, delivering deep bass, wide soundstage and strong dynamics. BEST – High-End System Speakers: Pylon Audio Jasper 23 or Pylon Audio Diamond 30 MKII or Klipsch RP-8000F II Turntable: Gold Note Valore 425 Plus Cartridge: Gold Note Donatello Red Cables: Melodika Brown Sugar Interconnects: Melodika Black Edition or Melodika Sky Blue Designed for large rooms and demanding listeners. The Y-50 delivers the power and control required for high-end floorstanding speakers. Pylon Diamond 30 MKII and Jasper 23 offer high resolution and depth, while Klipsch RP-8000F II delivers exceptional dynamics and efficiency. Optional Add-On – Personal Listening Headphone Amplifier: Gold Note HP-5.2 Perfect for late-night listening with enhanced detail and control. Tip: Explore the full Melodika cable range to optimize your system.