Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A4A

Product highlights:

Power and processing:

• 7-channel amplifier
• 110 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.06% THD, with 2 channels driven
• high slew rate design for clear, consistent performance across a wide frequency range
• Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for enveloping overhead sound effects
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization creates three-dimensional effects without height speakers
• Cinema DSP HD3 adds richness and depth to music and movie soundtracks
• Surround:AI™ technology analyzes your content and creates optimal surround effects in real time
• H-shaped cross frame adds additional stability to the chassis while reducing vibrations
• YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) automatic speaker calibration
  • included microphone helps fine-tune your system to best match your room's acoustics
  • R.S.C. (Reflected Sound Control) with multipoint measurement helps deliver smooth, well-balanced surround sound across different seating positions

Digital and streaming music options:

• built-in dual-band Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
• MusicCast wirelessly connects compatible Yamaha components together for seamless whole-home audio
  • includes support for Pandora®, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)
  • free MusicCast app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback
• Works with Sonos — when connected to a Sonos Port (sold separately), receiver turns itself on automatically and sets the right input if selected in the app
• works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control devices
• Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®
• built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers

Multi-room audio:

• dual-room/dual-source output
  • amp assign function lets you use the surround back speaker outputs in different configurations like bi-amping the front speakers, or for use in Zone 2
  • using powered 2nd-room output allows 5.2-channel sound in main room
  • cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone
• Zone 2 stereo preamp outputs for use with an optional external amplifier

HDMI features:

• HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
  • all HDMI connections support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video content
  • HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
  • HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
  • supports HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, and Dolby Vision®
• gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
  • Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
• supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
  • eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV

Other connections:

• digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 1 coaxial
• 3 analog stereo RCA audio inputs
• MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable
• 7.2-channel RCA preamp outputs
  • includes 2 line-level mono subwoofer outputs
• front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives
• outputs for 9 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Front Presence L/R)
• receiver can power a maximum of 7 channels at once
• full-sized front-panel headphone jack

Dimensions and other info:

• free MusicCast app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote
• handheld remote control included
• 17-3/16"W x 7-1/2"H x 18-1/16"D (10-5/8"H with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas raised)
• weight: 35.7 lbs.
• warranty: 3 years (5 years with Yamaha account creation and model registration)
• 60-day returns
• MFR # RX-A4ABL
• Item # 022RXA4ABL