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expirediconian | Staff posted Mar 8, 2024 10:57 PM

Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A8A 11.2-Channel AV Receiver

$1,750

$3,000

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Adorama has Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A8A 11.2-Channel AV Receiver (RX-A8ABL) for $2999.95 - $1250 w/ coupon code MARC0824 = $1749.95. Shipping is free.

Note: Coupon code is entered under "Do you have a gift card or promo code?"

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Features:
  • 11.2ch / 150 W
  • Multi-room Audio
  • High Slew Rate Amplifier
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Playback in Multiple Zones
  • Streaming Services
  • AirPlay 2
  • CINEMA DSP HD3
  • Type: Amplifier, Receiver, Wireless System Extender

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer is $50 less than the previous Frontpage Deal which received +50 votes from the community.
  • About this product:
    • Yamaha 3 Year Limited Warranty
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Adorama based 16 customer reviews
  • Additional Notes:

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Written by iconian | Staff
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Adorama has Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A8A 11.2-Channel AV Receiver (RX-A8ABL) for $2999.95 - $1250 w/ coupon code MARC0824 = $1749.95. Shipping is free.

Note: Coupon code is entered under "Do you have a gift card or promo code?"

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • 11.2ch / 150 W
  • Multi-room Audio
  • High Slew Rate Amplifier
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Playback in Multiple Zones
  • Streaming Services
  • AirPlay 2
  • CINEMA DSP HD3
  • Type: Amplifier, Receiver, Wireless System Extender

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer is $50 less than the previous Frontpage Deal which received +50 votes from the community.
  • About this product:
    • Yamaha 3 Year Limited Warranty
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Adorama based 16 customer reviews
  • Additional Notes:

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Written by iconian | Staff

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Mar 8, 2024 10:58 PM
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sleepybubba
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Is this a worthwhile replacement for my RX-A3080?
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Mar 8, 2024 11:03 PM
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bsandwichMar 8, 2024 11:03 PM
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Quote from sleepybubba :
Is this a worthwhile replacement for my RX-A3080?
Oh yeah! I have an A6A. This thing is more weight, channels and a better DAC on paper.
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Mar 9, 2024 12:17 AM
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Mar 9, 2024 5:24 PM
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JollyBuffalo537Mar 9, 2024 5:24 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank JollyBuffalo537

Beware that the Atmos sounds awful straight out of the box, low dialog volume etc. It took me a while to adjust it, and still not happy about it.
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Mar 9, 2024 5:39 PM
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CharlieC9067Mar 9, 2024 5:39 PM
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Quote from sleepybubba :
Is this a worthwhile replacement for my RX-A3080?
No just the dac are improved
Mar 9, 2024 5:43 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Mar 9, 2024 5:43 PM
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Quote from mrnix :
Probably, but it's a lot uglier. I also have a 3080 and no interest in upgrading to this cyclops.
I thought the same until seeing in person.
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Mar 9, 2024 6:13 PM
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supermanrobMar 9, 2024 6:13 PM
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Quote from sleepybubba :
Is this a worthwhile replacement for my RX-A3080?
TBH maybe if you want all 11 channels internally powered or need 2.1 support.

It's said to have a better DAC, unlikely to be an audible benefit though.

Will you hear a $1700 sound improvement, very very unlikely imo.

Here is a comparison of the differences.

https://www.zkelectronics.com/com...nd-canada/
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Mar 9, 2024 6:45 PM
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haljordan2814Mar 9, 2024 6:45 PM
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Quote from JollyBuffalo537 :
Beware that the Atmos sounds awful straight out of the box, low dialog volume etc. It took me a while to adjust it, and still not happy about it.
I'm actually really interested in your perspective. I had a Yamaha that I gifted to someone else and went to Denon. I feel like the dialog clarity was better on my Yamaha. Dialog is far and away the thing I care about most and was looking at going back to Yamaha via the Aventage series.
Mar 9, 2024 7:30 PM
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akatsukixMar 9, 2024 7:30 PM
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No Dirac. At this price level that is a no go for me.
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BR1060Mar 9, 2024 7:53 PM
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Quote from JollyBuffalo537 :
Beware that the Atmos sounds awful straight out of the box, low dialog volume etc. It took me a while to adjust it, and still not happy about it.
I feel the same way. Went from Denon 4400H to an A6A - both using a 5.2.4 setup - and I feel the A6A Overheads are drowned out whereas the 4400H had more of a pronounced overhead sound. I've always wanted a Yamaha Aventage, but now I think I'm realizing I'm more satisfied with Denon.
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Mar 10, 2024 12:16 AM
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tibasnatchMar 10, 2024 12:16 AM
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Hello, I have a 11.2 home theater with fronts center rears back rears and 4 ceiling atmos speakers and 2 subs . Right now I have a denon 9.2 x4300h (2016) that puts out 125w per channel but is only 9.2. Would this be a BIG upgrade for me since it has 150 watts and is fully 11.2? Thanks all my speakers are higher end klipsch like the RF-7
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Mar 10, 2024 1:21 AM
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slickdealgbMar 10, 2024 1:21 AM
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Quote from tibasnatch :
Hello, I have a 11.2 home theater with fronts center rears back rears and 4 ceiling atmos speakers and 2 subs . Right now I have a denon 9.2 x4300h (2016) that puts out 125w per channel but is only 9.2. Would this be a BIG upgrade for me since it has 150 watts and is fully 11.2? Thanks all my speakers are higher end klipsch like the RF-7
Not worth the hassle or price.
Mar 10, 2024 3:58 AM
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lglionsMar 10, 2024 3:58 AM
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I have old Pioneer Elite LSX-VX501. It is okay, but I found it struggling driving even small KEFs LS50s in non-stereo mode. In stereo when they get full 120W, they sound okay in Pure Direct, with multiple channels driven they disappear. As my Pioneer does not have pre-outs, I cannot incorporate additional amp to drive them. So Pioneer has to go. Based on few zones and number of speakers - an A6A would be okay for me. But oh well, for few more $ will get additional DAC to lower noise floor and couple more channels. If music won't sound magical - will add an extra amp for fronts.

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Mar 10, 2024 5:29 AM
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terminator2Mar 10, 2024 5:29 AM
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Quote from haljordan2814 :
I'm actually really interested in your perspective. I had a Yamaha that I gifted to someone else and went to Denon. I feel like the dialog clarity was better on my Yamaha. Dialog is far and away the thing I care about most and was looking at going back to Yamaha via the Aventage series.
I also think yamaha has better channel separation and dialogue clarity.

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