| Product Description: | The A8A is our most innovative model yet. This AV receiver incorporates cutting-edge components and technology for home cinema unlike anything you've ever experienced. Lose yourself in room-filling sound and crystal clear picture.
Breathtaking Sound
Surround:AI
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos with Height Virtualization
DTS:X
High Slew Rate Amplifier
Compressed Music Enhancer
MusicCast multi-room audio
Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect
Streaming services include Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, Napster and SiriusXM
Zone 2/3 and HDMI Zone 4
Phono input
Movies And Games Like Never Before
4K60 Ultra HD with HDR, Dolby Vision, Hybrid-Log Gamma and BT.2020
HDR 10+, 8K60AB, 4K120AB via future update
Gaming-dedicated functions (ALLM,VRR,QMS,QFT) via future update
Multiple HDMI inputs with the latest technology
AURO-3D via future update
Simple to Set Up, Simple to Use
MusicCast app
AV Setup Guide app
Voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant devices; works with Siri via AirPlay 2
Integration with third party control partners
Designed For Your Space
YPAO-R.S.C. with multipoint measurement and precision EQ
Wireless rear surround capability
Sleek, modern design
Anti-Resonance Technology Wedge (Fifth Foot)
Surround:AI
This artificial intelligence analyzes DSP parameters and optimizes the surround effect of distinct sound elements such as background music, dialogue, and sound effects. It's like having a professional sound engineer tune the sound according to each scene. Includes 64-bit processing with Qualcomm QCS407.
Flagship-quality Parts
The A8A incorporates the trademark AVENTAGE concept, architecture, and materials for elevated performance. A double-bottom plate ensures stability for unnecessary vibrations, while the thick copper foil for the circuit board achieves lower impedance. This AV receiver also comes equipped with a customized capacitor and H-shaped Cross Frame for enhanced stability.
High-Quality Digital Components
Qualcomm QCS407 is designed to provide truly superior audio performance, with |
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please stop flooding this thread with unhelpful messages - thanks!
I would say don't buy the Dirac Live, but do use a little money to design your space. Sound deadening paitings, heavy curtains versus window blinds, throw rug versus tile floor, that kind of thing. Sound correction was made as many people were unable or didn't have time to properly correct their settings to make the adjustments needed after they correct their space. The problem, in my opinion, is that people want to buy something like this and just throw it in any space and it will sound amazing. Not true. It will sound the best it can for that space, even if it means turning down your front speakers dramatically for the best non-reflective sound. So it might just be that you need to check out your space and see what might be reflecting or causing issues. Almost and hard surface or if the rear port is too close to a wall, etc. Check out online forums like AVS for guides/help. Your current setup might open up a lot once you examine and change your space. I hope this helps and is all just one person's opinion.
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I would probably go with Emotiva A2 this time, if I go down the path of amp.
A friend of mine paired Outlaw 5000 with his Denon X3700 and that Outlaw was a beast weighing 50 lbs
The FTC only regulates stereo power output rating. Older receivers are rated at 120 WPC continuous x 2 or 80 WPC continuous x 3. This will draw about 500 W from the wall. Add another 35 W to the wall draw for each additional surround channel. Therefore, a 600 W UL listed receiver will be able to deliver 80 W x 3 and 30 W x 2 simultaneously into 8 ohm or 4 ohm. I believe this receiver has a UL label of 600 W.
The label of 150 W x 11 is a marketing scam. Even with 100% power conversion efficiency, the receiver would need to pull 1650 W from the wall. A conventional home AC outlet is good for 1200 W.
Dear Yamaha,
All other features being basically equal, a 4"-6" full color display with user adjustable content would definitely push me towards purchasing your product vs the competition 👌🏼
The FTC only regulates stereo power output rating. Older receivers are rated at 120 WPC continuous x 2 or 80 WPC continuous x 3. This will draw about 500 W from the wall. Add another 35 W to the wall draw for each additional surround channel. Therefore, a 600 W UL listed receiver will be able to deliver 80 W x 3 and 30 W x 2 simultaneously into 8 ohm or 4 ohm. I believe this receiver has a UL label of 600 W.
The label of 150 W x 11 is a marketing scam. Even with 100% power conversion efficiency, the receiver would need to pull 1650 W from the wall. A conventional home AC outlet is good for 1200 W.
Compact, lower power D amps are perfectly fine for surround channels.
I think ppl are overly concerned with "all channels driven" specs and manufacturers are sensitive to that, thus you get the artificial all channels driven specs.
Contrary to common belief, a main difference would be their sound, they do not sound the same.
Yamaha will be more upfront/dynamic than Marantz. Whether you'll prefer that you would have to listen for yourself.
For me never cared for YPAO, always had issues with the sub signal coming out low also.
I definitely prefer XT32 but unfortunately the 7010 doesn't have access to Editor app or MultiEQ-X.
If you prefer Marantz and looking for a replacement.
If you are open to factory refurb from an authorized seller, AC4L has the Cinema 50 for $1349.
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"Yamaha will be more upfront/dynamic than Marantz. "
Shows us the proof. Show us a double blind test proving they sound different with all settings to flat.
All equally powered solid state amps that have similar distortion levels, are flat in the audible hearing range, and don't choke when feeding a low impedance load will sound the same.
I can't wait til all these audiofool myths die!
Hey folks…don't forget to let your AVR "break in" for a few hours before listening! 🤡
Compact, lower power D amps are perfectly fine for surround channels.
I think ppl are overly concerned with "all channels driven" specs and manufacturers are sensitive to that, thus you get the artificial all channels driven specs.
Get a receiver that comes with the features that you need TODAY. Don't overpay to future proof. The amp section should be adequate for most if the UL back label is +500 W or VA.
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Anyway I know we are in the Yamaha forum. But reason I said this is because if 899 for 3800 isn't worth that much to me, A8A wouldn't either. To each his/her own. For some other people, A8A at this price may make a lot more sense
Get a receiver that comes with the features that you need TODAY. Don't overpay to future proof. The amp section should be adequate for most if the UL back label is +500 W or VA.
Using subwoofers can cut down your wastage requirement in half. Bass frequencies require much much more power vs mids and highs.
At that price, I rather go all-tube instead...
At that price, I rather go all-tube instead...
Tubes are preferred by ppl that like high audible distortion versus signal in = signal out.
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