Integrated amplifiers — YBA Passion IA350 MKII

The Passion IA350 MKII is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC from YBA, an updated version of the PASSION IA350A with somewhat improved signal-to-noise performance. The Passion IA350 MKII brings YBA's more accomplished current engineering to a complete integrated chassis.

Key specs that matter

One balanced XLR input and two single-ended inputs are provided. Output power is 115W into 8 ohms, rising to 160W into 4 ohms, matching the IA350A. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100dB- somewhat higher than the IA350A's 95dB - with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.03%. At 430 x 380 x 108mm and 15kg, the Passion IA350 MKII shares the IA350A's chassis dimensions with slightly less mass.

Sound and use context

Expect an accomplished amplification character reflecting the strong over-100dB signal-to-noise figure, with the built-in DAC covering digital sources directly, representing an update over the original IA350A.

Pairing

The built-in DAC covers digital sources directly without needing a separate outboard converter.

Alternatives

YBA's own original PASSION IA350A offers the earlier generation within the same broader catalogue.