Yamaha has introduced two new RX-V AV receivers that are positioned to support the latest trends and specifications for home entertainment, including gaming — both now and into the future. This includes support for 8K, HDMI 2.1, and HDR10+.
The RX-V line introduces two new models — the RX-V4A and RX-V6A, offering five and seven channels of support, respectively. Whether you’re 4K-ready today or preparing for 8K to come, both models are built to support and pass through the highest resolution content available. According to Yamaha, no other AV receiver on the market offers as many 8K HDMI inputs as these units, with three on the RX-V6A (seven inputs total) and all four inputs on the RX-V4A.
Advances to the RX-V lineup in 2020 are the most significant to date, beginning with a new look, inside and out, with a modern design that features a brand new, high-resolution LCD display and a jog dial with touch-sensitive buttons.
Features include HDMI 2.1 compatibility, which provides uninterrupted entertainment and gameplay with auto low latency mode (ALLM), variable refresh rates (VRR), quick frame transport (QFT), and quick media switching (QMS). This is especially helpful for compatibility not only with Ultra HD TVs and emerging 8K setups, but also in preparation for the latest gaming platforms arriving this fall. In fact, to support the use of powered HDMI cables for longer wiring needs, Yamaha has boosted the power supply from HDMI outputs to 300mA.
Both models offer the entire suite of MusicCast capabilities and app control, including Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, built-in music streaming services, multi-room audio and voice control via Alexa, Google, and Siri-enabled devices. In addition, both the RX-V4A and RX-V6A offer MusicCast Surround, allowing optional wireless MusicCast speakers to be paired and used as surrounds in a 5.1-channel setup without the need for speaker wire to the AV receiver.
All inputs on the RX-V4A and RX-V6A support Dolby Vision. In addition to DTS-X and Dolby Atmos, the RX-V6A goes even further by offering Dolby Atmos with Height Virtualization.
RX-V6A At-a-Glance
- 7.2-ch., 100-watt AV receiver with Zone 2
- 8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz*, HDMI 2.1 with HDCP 2.3 and eARC (7-in/1-out)
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization*
- YPAO Multi-Point automatic room calibration
- Voice control with Amazon Alexa, Siri (via AirPlay 2) and Google Assistant
- MusicCast multi-room app control with optional wireless surrounds
- $599.95 MSRP, available Sept. 2020
RX-V4A At-a-Glance
- 5.1-ch., 80-watt AV receiver
- 8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz*, HDMI 2.1 with HDCP 2.3 and eARC (4-in/1-out)
- YPAO automatic room calibration
- Voice control with Amazon Alexa, Siri (via AirPlay 2) and Google Assistant
- MusicCast multi-room app control with optional wireless surrounds
- $439.95 MSRP, available Aug. 2020
*Available via firmware update
Additional Information and Webinar
To learn more about the new RX-V series and capabilities, Yamaha is hosting a webinar, open to the public, on Thursday, August 27 at 5:00 PM Eastern / 2:00 PM Pacific. See what’s in store and register here: Yamaha.io/avr827.
Complete specs on the new RX-V models can be found at:
