Posted Mon Jun 22, 2015 at 05:15 PM PDT by Steven Cohen
New receiver models have been detailed.
Yamaha has announced several additions to its Aventage line of A/V receivers. The collection features a total of six new models, including three that support Dobly Atmos and DTS:X.
"Our AVENTAGE AV receivers offer the last word in high-end entertainment, audiophile listening and superb video with wide connectivity to online music services, mobile devices and components throughout the home," said Bob Goedken, general manager, AV Division, Yamaha Corporation of America. "This new line offers intuitive and precise control which allows you to easily enhance your entertainment experiences in a way that really excites the senses."
All six models offer 4K Ultra HD playback with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection, Bluetooth connectivity, and Yamaha's Compressed Music Enhancer. In addition, The Aventage receivers include high-res audio support for DSD (Direct Stream Digital; 2.6 MHz / 5.6 MHz), AIFF, WAV, FLAC and Apple Lossless audio. Finally, Spotify Connect, Pandora, and vTuner internet radio are integrated as well. Below prices reflect current Amazon discounts.
RX-A550 5.1 Channel Receiver - $500, July
RX-A750 7.2 Channel Receiver - $650, June
RX-A850 7.2 Channel Receiver with Dolby Atmos - $900, July
RX-A1050 7.2 Channel Receiver with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X - $1,200, July
RX-A2050 9.2 Channel Receiver with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X - $1,600, July
RX-A3050 9.2 Channel Receiver with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X - $2,000, August
Source: Yamaha
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