Yamaha - RX500A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver
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Immerse Yourself in Entertainment for Less with the Yamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver: Get Support for 4K/10 and 8K/60 Video, HDMI eARC, Wireless Streaming, Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X Processing, Room Correction, and More
Experience what it feels like to be immersed in your entertainment for a surprisingly accessible cost with the Yamaha RX500A 7.2-channel 8K AV receiver. Featuring 5.1.2-channel flexibility, next-generation support with 4K/120 and 8K/60 video via four HDMI inputs, and advanced HDR ability that extends to Dolby Vision and HDR10+, this 17.6-pound hub will enhance everything from movies to shows to gaming and live sports. Further proof: Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS:X, and DTS 96/24 decoding all come standard. Ditto immediate access to Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect for Wi-Fi streaming,
Simple to set up and even easier to use, the 70Wpc RX500A has built-in room correction that helps optimize the acoustics of your space. Bluetooth Multipoint welcomes seamless switching between two devices — ideal for smartphones, tablets, and laptops. High-grade HDMI switching as well as an HDMI eARC for your TV, plus multiple sound modes that include Pure Direct and Stereo for audio purists, add to the flexibility. So do four custom presets for the sound signatures you want to hear.
RX500A also touts a Zone B option, an Ethernet port, two subwoofer pre-outs, two RCA inputs, one optical input, one coaxial input, and one USB input. An AM/FM tuner, headphone jack, remote control, setup microphone, and A.R.T. Wedge vibration-suppression foot help complete a piece of gear whose performance and versatility far belie its price.
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Stunning Visual Realism
With support for ultra-high-definition 4K/120 and 8K/60 video, advanced Dolby Vision and HDR10+ dynamic range technologies, and next-gen gaming features like ALLM and VRR, RX300A delivers extraordinary realism.
Easy Streaming, Seamless Swapping
Stream all your favorite music, podcasts, and audiobooks wirelessly. Built-in Bluetooth Multipoint lets you pair two devices and instantly switch between them — great for use with your smartphones, tablets and laptops.
Easy Setup
An intuitive Quick Guide walks you through every step of the setup process — from connecting speakers, your TV and external devices to selecting inputs. The on-screen Settings menu allows easy configuration of sound settings so you can get up and running with ease.
Room Correction
An included setup microphone measures your room's acoustics and speaker characteristics, allowing the receiver to automatically optimize sound performance.
Flexible Dolby Atmos Speaker Layouts
Experience Dolby Atmos sound designed for flexible home theater setups. This AV receiver supports multiple speaker layouts — from traditional surround sound enhanced with virtual height effects to layouts with either in-ceiling or up-firing height speakers — so you can tailor immersive audio to your space.
High-Performance HDMI Switching
Connect multiple HDMI devices — such as streaming players, game consoles, and Blu-ray Disc players—and switch between them seamlessly. Also, HDMI eARC delivers high-quality audio from your TV to the AV receiver over a single cable.
Sound to Match the Moment
Select from a range of Sound Modes designed for different content, listening situations and personal preferences. Pure Direct and Stereo modes are ideal for music purists, Movie mode delivers cinematic impact, and Night mode keeps sound balanced and unobtrusive after hours.
Instantly Set the Scene
Create up to four custom presets using the Scene buttons. Each Scene can be tailored to a specific input with the sound settings you desire, then recalled instantly from the front panel or remote to play your content exactly as you've set it.
Highlights
- 7.2-ch surround sound with 5.1.2-ch flexibility
- Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® immersive audio
- Next-gen video with 4K120/8K60 HDMI (4-in/1-out) and HDMI eARC
- Advanced HDR support, including Dolby Vision® and HDR10+
- Room Correction automatically optimizes sound for your space
- Wi-Fi streaming options—including Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay 2, TIDAL Connect and Qobuz Connect—plus Bluetooth® Multipoint
- Scene buttons for instant access to your favorite listening modes
Downloads
User Manual (PDF, 2.733 MB)
Specifications
- Amplification
- Channels: 7.2
- Decodable Channels: 7.1
- Amp Channels: 7
- Output Power: 70 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2-ch driven), 145 W (6 ohms, 1kHz, 10% THD, 1ch driven)
- Bi-amp Capable: Yes
- Audio
- Surround Sound Decoding Formats: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS Express, DTS, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS:X
- Surround Sound Post Decoding Formats: Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X
- USB Decoding Formats: MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, WMA, WAV
- HDMI Decoding Formats: PCM (8ch max)
- Sound Modes: Pure Direct, Straight, Movie, All Channel Stereo, 2 Channel Stereo, Music, Night
- Zone B: Yes
- Room Calibration: Room Correction
- Other Features: Dialogue Level, Subwoofer Trim, Extra Bass, Lip Sync
- HDMI
- HDMI: 4 Inputs / 1 Output
- HDMI Features: HDMI 2.1, 8K60Hz / 4K120Hz, eARC, ARC, VRR/ALLM/QMS, HDCP 2.3, CEC, Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, x.v.Color, HD audio playback
- High Dynamic Range Support: HDR (High Dynamic Range), HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma
- Connectivity
- Speaker Output: 7 (binding post terminals)
- Headphone Output: 1
- Subwoofer Pre-outs: 2
- HDMI: 4 Inputs / 1 Output
- Analog RCA Inputs: 2
- Optical Input: 1
- Coaxial Input: 1
- USB: 1 (Audio File Playback from a Mass Storage Device, Firmware Updates)
- AM/FM Tuner: AM – No / FM - Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes (Ver. 5.3, Multipoint)
- Streaming: Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Net Radio, Podcasts
- Wi-Fi / Ethernet Port: Yes / Yes
- General
- Power Consumption: 260W
- Standby Power Consumption: ≤0.3W
- Auto Power Standby: Yes
- Dimensions (Unit): 434W x 157H x 319D mm; 17-1/8"W x 6-1/8"H x 12-1/2"D
- Dimensions (Package): 525W x 230H x 400D mm; 20-5/8"W x 9-1/8"H x 15-3/4"D
- Weight (Unit): 8.0 kg; 17.6 lbs.
- Weight (Package): 9.4 kg; 20.7 lbs.
- Included Accessories: Remote Control, Batteries, FM Antenna, Setup Microphone, Cardboard Microphone Stand, Quick Guide, Safety Guide






