Amazon: Yamaha RX-V573 7.1-Channel Network AV Receiver - $299 - Freee Shipping (Deal Of The Day)

I've seen a few contradicting reviews -- can you change the zone(either volume levels, or disable/enable) from the app? Or is the remote required? I'm looking to use this receiver from another room and that would be pretty important.

Also, is there any market for old AVRs? If I get this I would be replacing a Yamaha RX-V661 and would love to be able to recoup some of the cash.

Quote from Mysticman : Most receivers don't support WiFi the only one I know of is the Sony STR-DN1030 which comes with WiFi and Bluetooth Built-In. Currently on sale for $400 at Best Buy http://www.hometheater.com/conten...v-receiver

Seems that this just has a $100 instant rebate across the board. Amazon [amazon.com] has it for $398 right now. Going to give this one a look at. Anyone familiar with both models that could give an accurate comparison between the two?

Seems the Sony is 7.2 and bluetooth/wifi built-in, however no 4k passthrough, plus the extra $100.

On a side-note, can someone describe the term "warm sound"? I've seen it thrown around a bit here and the internet definitions I've been reading haven't been too friendly.

Those looking for a little more....the RX-V773 version going for $549 at Overstock.

http://www.overstock.com/Electron...cid=202290

Quote from Impalpable : Can you help me understand the need for more than 4 hdmi inputs? Not being critical. I just want to understand what I might not be considering. I am thinking about cable box, PS3, Roku 3, and PC. It is perhaps a separate blu-ray player for the 5th? Thanks! Impalpable

Here's my current list of HDMI sources in my AV rack:

Cable box
PS3
Xbox 360
Wii U
Pivos AIOS

I'm already at 5, and while I doubt I'll be adding anything else in the near future, I can't see myself going with a receiver that doesn't have at least 6 rear HDMI inputs. Silly not to allow yourself any room to grow.

Quote from elguevon : Those looking for a little more....the RX-V773 version going for $549 at Overstock. http://www.overstock.com/Electron...cid=202290

Great price on the 773, but you have to be careful. Yamaha may not honor the 2 yr warranty, if it's not purchased from an Authorized dealer. Which is why I'm waiting for the Amazon price drop.

Quote from broadwayblue : Here's my current list of HDMI sources in my AV rack: Cable box PS3 Xbox 360 Wii U Pivos AIOS I'm already at 5, and while I doubt I'll be adding anything else in the near future, I can't see myself going with a receiver that doesn't have at least 6 rear HDMI inputs. Silly not to allow yourself any room to grow.

I assume most people who have this many hdmi devices, also have a harmony remote. If you need more than 4 hdmi devices, add an hdmi 3x1 hdmi switcher for $10...boom, problem solved. http://www.amazon.com/Portta-PET0...00B46XUQU/

Quote from MrHooper024 : Great price on the 773, but you have to be careful. Yamaha may not honor the 2 yr warranty, if it's not purchased from an Authorized dealer. Which is why I'm waiting for the Amazon price drop.

Yeup...it is the risk/reward of buying from some of these "not authorized dealers"...so far I've gambled and never lost.

Quote from NAPTOWN : I assume most people who have this many hdmi devices, also have a harmony remote. If you need more than 4 hdmi devices, add an hdmi 3x1 hdmi switcher for $10...boom, problem solved. http://www.amazon.com/Portta-PET0...00B46XUQU/

An HDMI switcher is fine as a temporary fix until you can upgrade your AVR. But I can't imagine why anyone with 5 or more HDMI devices would "upgrade" to a receiver that only has 4 inputs. That's just madness. lol

I pulled the trigger on this receiver. It looks like pretty darn good reviews for something a $300 price. Looking to power my living room AV set up and outdoor speakers in a new house I'm moving into where cabling will not be a problem (new walls make things so much easier). Looking forward to playing with it

Quote from nguvihuong : For those that wants something to go with their new receiver, this is my recommended budget system. Works best for tiny rooms like a college dorm. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/...PDKIKX0DER

Monoprice clone of those energy 5.1 as reviewed by CNET 249 vs 299...editors choice Feb 2013

http://reviews.cnet.com/surround-...12507.html

Ciao!

Quote from xlr8tion : Monoprice clone of those energy 5.1 as reviewed by CNET 249 vs 299...editors choice Feb 2013 http://reviews.cnet.com/surround-...12507.html Ciao!

$249 is before shipping. $299 from amazon is free shipping and also it's not a cheap knock off. It's the real deal.

Lets see for some questions.
The GUI interface means you can display the receiver options on the TV instead of just the display on the receiver. (not all that pretty on my older Yamaha, but more complete then on the limited receiver display)

If you want to keep your (insert brand here) speakers to use with the receiver, if you look at the picture of the back, you will see all of the speaker terminals. If your speakers have the push in plugs, very simple. If they don't or are bare wire, strip off about 1/2 inch, unscrew the connector, insert the wire & tighten down. Do this 2 times for each speaker. (you can also buy plugs from Monoprice & others, but you still strip wire, open screw, insert wire & tighten down & then plug in the connector. That is easier for future moves of the equipment)


For the (why do you need 80 HDMI inputs for your 70 gaming systems, you can only play 1 at a time), convince is the word. It is much easier to have all of your goodies plugged in as most of if not all connectors are in the BACK then to constantly swap out the connector for what you want to use next. (then there is the wear & tear on the jacks that may not be designed for constant swappage! )

Myself, not too worried about upconversion. I have my players output to the TV HDMI, so they bypass the receiver (and my Blu-Ray players have upconversion, even the one with a VCR combo! (only up-convert VCR to 480.) . The TV then feeds the receiver the sound. that way if I don't want booming 7.1 sound, leave the receiver off.

Even 3D works this way, regardless of receivers abilities there

Yea I have to change source on the TV, no big deal & Harmony one can help!

Quote from Amaylin : More efficient.

Wouldn't that be more "eeeeficient?"

Quote from nguvihuong : $249 is before shipping. $299 from amazon is free shipping and also it's not a cheap knock off. It's the real deal.

From all of the reviews I've seen they come from the same manufacturing plant that the others do. Don't be ignorant and follow the masses to name brands. Shocked you would even go with something not named Sony...

Quote from Deal_grab : I m new to this world, please help me with my question I have a Yamaha RX-V671 7.1 [amazon.com] which I purchased for $300 during thanks giving. How is it compared to this model. Is this a worth upgrade ? Can you please provide your suggestions

The 671 is the better receiver. A bit more power, 2 more HDMI ports (including one on the front panel), analog to HDMI video up scaling (meaning even analog devices can be up scaled to 1080p with a single HDMI out to your TV), more internet services (Pandora, Rhapsody, Sirius radio, etc). The only thing the 573 has over the 671 is 4K Pass Thru, which I doubt you will need any time soon. So going to the 573 would be a downgrade for you. Stick with your 671...it's a great receiver...I have one too!