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Yamaha Cuts DSP Development in Half with New Design Tool
Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Industry Trends (all tags)
The Synopsis Processor Designer kept costs down while increasing productivity.
Yamaha's new XMP-1 DSP is impressive, offering 32-channel phrase sound generation and AudioEngine effects. What's even more interesting, especially for Yamaha, is the amount of time required to create it.
The new Synopsys Processor Designer has made development that much easier. "With Processor Designer," says product development manager Morito Morishima, "we doubled functionality for our high definition sound generation DSP, developing it in just one year, including the entire software development tool chain, while reducing cost."
Quicker and more efficient production of DSPs could certainly amount to cheaper prices to consumers or, at the very least, more frequent upgrades to Yamaha's product lines.
Source: Yahoo!
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Yamaha Receivers Get iOS and Android Streaming Capabilities
Fri Dec 09, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Yamaha, iOS, Android, Receivers, Apps (all tags)
The latest edition of the AV Controller app adds some very cool new functionality.
Yamaha's newest version of the AV Controller app for Android and iOS brings with it some new functionality. It's the kind of functionality that seems obvious in hindsight, but didn't enter into minds at launch.
You'll still be able to use your device as a remote control for your receiver and other Yamaha products, but now you'll be able to stream music directly from your phone or tablet to the receiver. Not too shabby for a free application.
You can pick up Yamaha's AV Controller on iTunes or from the Android Marketplace
Source: TWICE
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Yamaha Releases the YHT-S401 Sound Bar Speaker System
Mon Oct 31, 2011 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Soundbars (all tags)
The setup includes a sound bar and a receiver with a subwoofer built right in.
The latest release from Yamaha is a sound bar speaker system dubbed the YHT-S401. It's designed for those that don't have the desire or the room to set up a full surround system and promises 7.1 surround from just two components.
At the heart of Yamaha's new sound bar system is, of course, a sound bar with a pair of 50 watt speakers on either side and a 50 watt mid channel. It's also adjustable, which isn't something you see often enough in a sound bar - you can raise it or lower it depending on your arrangement.
The speaker system also includes a receiver that gives you three HDMI inputs, support for 3D video and a headphone jack. It also has a 100 watt subwoofer built right into it, which is unique to say the least. Though it does make it a lot easier to figure out where you're putting your sub.
The YHT-S401 is available now for $699.95.
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Yamaha Debuts a New Sound Bar Speaker
Tue Sep 13, 2011 at 09:30 AM ETTags: Soundbars, Yamaha (all tags)
The YAS-101 produces 7.1 channels of sound and volume leveling functionality.
The latest sound bar to come out of Yamaha is the YAS-101. It's a unique looking bar in that it features a single pair of drivers instead of the usual full front panel.
The two 2-1/2 inch speakers deliver 7.1 channels of sound thanks to Yamaha's Air Surround Xtreme technology which Yamaha says is capable of sorting out dialogue, sound effects and music. Yamaha has also introduced a UniVolume function that gets rid of sound spikes.
In addition to the pair of speakers up front, the YAS-101 sports a dual driver subwoofer driven by an amp delivering 120 watts of power. The bar stands just over four inches tall and lets you connect up via digital, optical or coaxial. It also has a subwoofer out if you want to add your own. You can pick it up now for $299.
Source: eCoustics
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Yamaha's Top of the Line RX-V Receiver is Shipping Now
Fri Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Receivers (all tags)
The final piece of the RX-V puzzle is in place with the $899 RX-V871
Yamaha's RX-V receiver line shipped in May, save the top of the line RX-V871 which is finally available now.
The RX-V871 does the things that the lower end receivers do - as you might expect. It handles DLNA streaming as well as streaming music from services like Pandora, Rhapsody and Napster. It also offers a front USB port for iPod and iPhone playback. Both devices can be controlled by the receivers remote and on screen guide.
Yamaha's RX-V871 separates itself from the rest of the line by offering up a second subwoofer output which brings it to 7.2 channels. It also kicks up the output from 90 watts per channel to 100 watts per channel. It also boasts a total of 8 HDMI inputs and a pair of outputs with audio return channels.
You can pick up the RX-V871 now at a price of $899.
Source: TWICE
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Yamaha Adds a 3D Blu-ray Player to the Aventage Line
Tue Jul 26, 2011 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Aventage, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
It does 3D, video streaming and plays back both DVD-Audio and SACDs.
Yamaha just launched their 2011 line of Aventage receivers, but that doesn't mean they don't have more to reveal. The new BD-A1010 is a 3D capable Blu-ray play that does a little bit of everything.
For starters, it doesn't just play Blu-ray discs. It handles Blu-ray in 1080p and decodes the latest HD audio formats, but it also plays back DVD-Audio and SACDs, which will be a boon to audiophiles. The A1010 also works with a variety of computer file formats like WMV, DivX and MOV.
The player takes care of your streaming needs, assuming your needs are limited to Netflix, Blockbuster on Demand, and YouTube. On the YouTube front, the A1010 uses YouTube Leanback, a version of the site made specifically for those watching from the couch.
iPhone owners will be able to control the A1010 directly from their handheld device and Android users will be getting the same luxury later this year.
The BD-A1010 is available now at an MSRP of $500.
Source: TWICE
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Yamaha Launches Four New Aventage Receivers
Tue Jul 19, 2011 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Aventage, Receivers (all tags)
Streaming, iPhone connectivity, and front USB ports are among the new additions.
The Aventage receiver line is an important one for Yamaha. It's a new design and a different way of looking at receivers for the company. They've just announced the second generation of those receivers and there's plenty new to love.
Yamaha brought plenty of features to the line, and introduced what used to be high-end features to all of the receivers in the series. Every one of them can stream music from a PC, bring up internet radio and they all feature front USB ports for iPhone and iPod connections.
The two high-end receivers in the line offer something new to the Aventage line - 9.2 channel audio. The rest of the receivers push out either 7.1 or 7.2 audio channels.
Yamaha's new receivers will be available in August and September at prices starting at $649.
Source: TWICE
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Yamaha Debuts a 3D Compatible Digital Sound Projector
Mon Dec 13, 2010 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Soundbars, HDMI 1.4, 3D (all tags)
It's a slick soundbar, but the $1,000 price makes us think twice.
The YSP-2000 is the latest soundbar from Yamaha, who prefers to call it a Digital Sound Projector. Whatever you call it, the YSP-2000 is an impressive setup.
Yamaha's new soundbar boasts 16 speaker beam drivers, each with its own digital amplifier. The combination of drivers and internal technology allows the YSP-2000 to simulate 7.1 channel surround sound.
The soundbar includes a 100 watt subwoofer that's compact enough for a shelf and can be positioned either horizontally or vertically. You'll get four HDMI 1.4 inputs and a dock port for adding accessories like iPhone docks and Bluetooth receivers.
The YSP-2000 comes in at a price of $999.95.
Source: Engadget
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Yamaha Adds Pandora to the neoHD Receiver Line
Tue Nov 09, 2010 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Yamaha, Receivers (all tags)
In addition to adding a new feature, Yamaha drops the price on both neoHD receivers.
The Yamaha neoHD is anything but a traditional receiver from Yamaha. It's simple to use thanks to a robust graphical user interface, it supports both iPad and iPhone and it looks like nothing else on the market.
Yamaha is hoping to make the line - which includes the YMC-500 and YMC-700 – more attractive to potential buyers by adding support for the Pandora internet music service. To add to that, Yamaha is going to introduce an app for the YMC-700 that will allow users to control any connected device via IR Control from their iPhone or iPad.
Of course, that's not the only change, the price is dropping too. The YMC-500 will now retail for $299, while the 700 will run you $499. "We believe this news will appeal greatly to consumers who are looking to greatly simplify their home entertainment experience," says Yamaha president Tom Sumner, "while spending more time enjoying thrilling HD video and vibrant sound."
Source: Yamaha
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Yamaha Intros the BD-A1000 3D Capable Universal Blu-ray Player
Wed Nov 03, 2010 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Yamaha, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
The new player includes streaming options, 3D capabilities, and promises stellar Blu-ray playback.
The latest addition to the Aventage line is the BD-A1000 Universal Blu-ray player. In addition to what you'd normally find on a Blu-ray player, it includes Netflix, Blockbuster and YouTube streaming as well as two USB ports for playback of digitally stored content.
It plays back Blu-rays at 1080p/24 and boasts 7.1 channel analog outputs that utilize four 2-channel DACS. It can handle all the latest high definition audio formats and boasts solid audio performance.
"Home theater enthusiasts are demanding versatile content compatibility, and Yamaha offers the most versatile entertainment options," says Yamaha president Tom Sumner. "The new Yamaha AVENTAGE BD-A1000 highly enhances the visual and audio experience."
The BD-A1000 can be had at a price of $699.
Source: HDTV Magazine
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MORE HIGH-DEF DISC NEWS TAGGED "YAMAHA":
- Yamaha Debuts New Retro Receiver Line Oct 05, 2010
- Yamaha Brings Out the RX-V867 Receiver Sep 30, 2010
- Yamaha Launches the AVENTAGE Line of Receivers Aug 09, 2010
- Yamaha Announces the BD-S667 Blu-ray Player Jun 17, 2010
- Yamaha Offers Up Three New Receivers May 20, 2010
- Yamaha's New Home Theater Systems Are Actually Pretty Impressive May 19, 2010
- Yamaha Details and Prices YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 Soundbars Jan 19, 2010
- Yamaha Unveils a Pair of BD Players Sep 14, 2009
- Yamaha boxes up four new home theater setups Mar 12, 2009
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