The Onkyo P-80 is a two-channel network preamplifier from the Icon series, combining an analog preamp stage with a premium 32-bit/768kHz stereo DAC and full network streaming. It offers a discrete MM/MC phono circuit, digital inputs and dual subwoofer outputs, in a fan-less oval chassis available in Black and Silver.
Why This Model Matters
Backed by Onkyo's hi-fi engineering since 1946, the P-80 is the control center of the Icon separates system and the intended partner for the M-80 power amplifier. It folds a high-resolution DAC, a serious phono stage and Dirac Live Room Correction into one preamplifier, so a turntable and a streaming library share the same refined front end.
Highlights
Premium 32-bit/768kHz stereo DAC with DIDRC distortion-reduction circuitry
Discrete MM/MC phono stage for moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges
Streaming via Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Amazon Music, AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Roon Ready
Coaxial and optical digital inputs, USB-A storage playback and headphone output
Two independent subwoofer outputs and three pairs of RCA analog inputs
Dirac Live Room Correction Suite Stereo built in
Who It's For
For the listener building a modern separates system who wants one preamplifier to handle vinyl, digital sources and high-resolution streaming. Paired with the M-80, the P-80 delivers analog flexibility with contemporary network features.
