Mostly Satisfied with Some Letdowns
Upgrading from a Yamaha RXA-870 to gain 11.2 surround with ATMOS, this receiver offers extensive control but lacks the superior web app for surround sound management and is more automated. Speaker calibration repeatedly reports a wiring problem with the right speaker even when nothing is wrong. Software updates take about 45 minutes via USB and work without issue, though slower than hoped. The unit is very heavy and requires help to place on a shelf, which must be heavy duty.
Pros
- + extensive control
- + ATMOS with 11.2 surround
- + software update works without issue
Cons
- − lacks superior web app for surround sound
- − more automated
- − false wiring problem message during calibration
- − slow software update
- − very heavy
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· August 27, 2024 · United States
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Unit Failed, Warranty Uncertain
The unit stopped powering on and shows a blinking red light after less than two years of use. Yamaha is verifying whether the third-party seller is an authorized dealer before approving a repair. The product listing advertises a five-year warranty with registration, but it is unclear whether the seller qualifies. The outcome of the warranty claim is still pending.
Cons
- − Unit failed to power on
- − Blinking red light
- − Warranty coverage uncertain
- − Third-party seller authorization unclear
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· October 27, 2025 · United States
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Excellent Sound Quality and Premium Hi-Fi Performance
This receiver delivers excellent sound quality and a premium Hi-Fi listening experience. It measures up to and surpasses a previously used Denon 13.2 receiver in many ways. The sound is outstanding, and performance is very impressive. Overall, it is highly recommended for anyone seeking a high-quality audio receiver.
Pros
- + Excellent sound quality
- + Premium Hi-Fi listening experience
- + Surpasses a Denon 13.2 receiver in many ways
- + Outstanding sound
- + Impressive performance
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· October 25, 2025 · United States
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Powerful upgrade with independent subwoofer control
This receiver is a powerful upgrade for a home theater, moving from an A4A to a 5.2.4 setup. Independent subwoofer adjustment makes a big difference in balancing sound. Paired with an Emotiva BasX A3 to relieve the front stage, the setup is highly dynamic. A Denon 6700 was tried but not liked. The backlit remote lights up when picked up, and pass-through works well, allowing attached devices to be used with headphones or TV speakers while the unit is off without waking others.
Pros
- + independent subwoofer adjustment
- + dynamic performance with external amplifier
- + backlit remote
- + pass-through works well
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· April 9, 2026 · United States
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