Yamaha RX-V1800 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver

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The RX-V1800 is rated at an impressive 130 x 7, and uses Yamaha’s Digital ToP-ART design that includes top grade audio-grade parts and devices. The receiver also features Burr-Brown 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for front channels and 192 kHz/24-bit ADC for Main Zone. The surround back amplifiers are also assignable for bi-amped connections. As always build quality and aesthetics are top notch. Packed with powerful audio and video processing, plenty of HD inputs, a high quality amplifier section and sharp looks, the Yamaha RX-V1800 offers a fantastic value for those who have ventured into the HD world.

Discuss "Yamaha RX-V1800 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver" here. Read the article.

 

[Hi Ho]

Like the RX-V2600 and the RX-V2700 before it (which this unit essentially replaces), this receiver is loaded to the max with audio processing power.

Doesn't the RX-V1800 replace the RX-V1700? The 3800 is the replacement for the 2700.

 

[GlocksRock]

I love my RX-V1800... I think it replaces the 2600 and 2700 due to the fact that it does upscaling of analog video, whereas the old 1600 didn't, and I don't think the 1700 did either, and this has a lot of the features that the 2600 has, but you still have to step up to the 3800 to get a GUI OSD, but the OSD on the 1800 is still plenty sufficient. I can't comment on the amp section of this receiver since I've never used it, but if it's anything like the THX certified RX-V1600, then it should be terrific.

 

[tomd51]

If I hadn't gone to an Emotiva MMC-1, this was the receiver I would've used for a pre/pro. While I would love all the latest bells and whistles, I'm still running an older CRT RPTV and only have a Philips BD-P9000, which only will pass lossless audio and not the higher end DD and DTS formats. That, coupled w/the 40% discount on Emo's next gen pre/pro and drop in price swayed me their way.

I'm sure I would've been more than happy with the 1800's performance, it's got everything I was looking for, though for the kind of money they're asking, you think they'd step up to the GUI OSD on this unit, but considering that's the only gripe I'd have for it, it's a hell of a receiver for the money... -TD

 

[Dezoris]

Will there be any full reviews of the 1800 and 3800?
I would really like to see if there is any major difference between the two.

 

[tomd51]

Based on their specs, I doubt there would be a substantial difference between the two. I would also like a full review on at least one of them, preferrably the 1800... -TD

 

[GlocksRock]

Based on their specs, I doubt there would be a substantial difference between the two. I would also like a full review on at least one of them, preferrably the 1800... -TD

I too would love an Audioholics review of the 1800. Sound And Vision magazine did a review on it, but it wasn't very in depth. Besides networking, 10 watts per channel extra, and a GUI OSD, I don't really think there are any major difference between the 1800 and 3800.

 

[shokhead]

Fwiw

The RX-V863 has the following differences/advantages
over the RX-1800:

1. RX-V863 Sirius Ready
2. RX-V863 HD Radio Tuner
3. RX-V863 SRS Circle Surround II
4. RX-V863 Compatible with Bluetooth YBA-10
5. RX-V863 has the 4 Scene Selection feature
6. RX-V863 Neural Surround vs. Neural THX for the RX-V1800
7. RX-V1800 Zone 3 w/Zone 2&3 remote control
8. RX-V1800 Learning/Macro remote
9. RX-V1800 RS-232C
10. RX-V1800 Receiver Editor

A/V Inputs
RX-V863 6(All S-Video)
RX-V1800 5(All S-Video)

Optical Inputs
RX-V863 4
RX-V1800 5

Optical Outputs
RX-V863 1
RX-1800 2

Sound Fields
RX-V863 17
RX-V1800 22

Power ratings:
RX-V863 105 watts x7
RX-V1800 130 watts x7

Weight:
RX-V863 26.2 lbs
RX-V1800 37.5 lbs

Product dimensions are the same:
RX-V863 (W x H x D) 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 16-1/2"
RX-V1800 (W x H x D) 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 17-1/4"
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[GlocksRock]

The RX-V863 has the following differences/advantages
over the RX-1800:

1. RX-V863 Sirius Ready
2. RX-V863 HD Radio Tuner
3. RX-V863 SRS Circle Surround II
4. RX-V863 Compatible with Bluetooth YBA-10
5. RX-V863 has the 4 Scene Selection feature
6. RX-V863 Neural Surround vs. Neural THX for the RX-V1800
7. RX-V1800 Zone 3 w/Zone 2&3 remote control
8. RX-V1800 Learning/Macro remote
9. RX-V1800 RS-232C
10. RX-V1800 Receiver Editor

A/V Inputs
RX-V863 6(All S-Video)
RX-V1800 5(All S-Video)

Optical Inputs
RX-V863 4
RX-V1800 5

Optical Outputs
RX-V863 1
RX-1800 2

Sound Fields
RX-V863 17
RX-V1800 22

Power ratings:
RX-V863 105 watts x7
RX-V1800 130 watts x7

Weight:
RX-V863 26.2 lbs
RX-V1800 37.5 lbs

Product dimensions are the same:
RX-V863 (W x H x D) 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 16-1/2"
RX-V1800 (W x H x D) 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 17-1/4"
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The RX-V1800 is XM ready with XM HD surround, only, no Sirius, and also has 4 HDMI inputs, vs. 3 on the 863, and both have ipod hookups.

 

[shokhead]

That list came to me from Yamaha when i asked what was the difference.

 

[robdam1001]

I just ordered the RX-V1800 for $768 delivered. I couldn't resist the price on it.

 

[shokhead]

From an authorized dealer?

 

[GlocksRock]

That is a great price, congrats and enjoy it, it's a very nice unit.

 

[row310]

I just purchased a yamaha 663 (came to $400 in a package discount at BB). However, I'm wondering if the 1800 would be a better option. I found one for 800 shipped. Other than the specs listed already (HDMI outputs, etc), how much improved would the actual sound be on a higher end receiver? My other option would be to return the 663 and get the pioneer 1018 when it comes out for likely about $500.

 

[TLS Guy]

Here we go again

Another Far Eastern product with meaningless amp specs. "RMS Output Power (20Hz - 20kHz): 130W x 7". That tells you virtually nothing about whether this device is any good for powering an awful lot of available speakers. It is alleged in the gushing preview to be flexible. However its ability to be flexible about what matters most in any audio device that powers speakers is unknown. If the manufacturer is silent in the spec sheet about this sort of vital issue, it should inspire no ones confidence.

There should be no pass granted for this sort of thing.

 

[shokhead]

I compared the 1800, the Denon 3808, the Pioneer Elite 92 or 94 i forget which one. Pioneer was very disapointing. 1800 was not bad. Denon stood out. All were adjusted the same using Klispch towers and my cd.

 

[bandphan]

I compared the 1800, the Denon 3808, the Pioneer Elite 92 or 94 i forget which one. Pioneer was very disapointing. 1800 was not bad. Denon stood out. All were adjusted the same using Klispch towers and my cd.

how does any of the receivers mentioned sound different? And with klispch speakers your werent asking much of any of the amps.

 

[shokhead]

They were the best speakers they had and i'm not much of a Klipsch fan they were ok. Thought the 3808 made my cd sound the best. Cleaner highs and the mids seem to stand out more then the Yamaha. This is all imo and my ears of course.

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

All speakers will sound differently with room acoustics and placement.

But amps/preamps/receivers are just electrical devices that should not sound differently if they all have a flat frequency response, low THD & output impedance, and good SNR & channel separation. The only time they will sound differently is when we use Tone Controls, Balance control, EQs, or DSPs. If we use Pure Direct or Source Direct modes that bypasses all those processing, I bet we would not be able to tell much difference at all.

 

[TLS Guy]

All speakers will sound differently with room acoustics and placement.

But amps/preamps/receivers are just electrical devices that should not sound differently if they all have a flat frequency response, low THD & output impedance, and good SNR & channel separation. The only time they will sound differently is when we use Tone Controls, Balance control, EQs, or DSPs. If we use Pure Direct or Source Direct modes that bypasses all those processing, I bet we would not be able to tell much difference at all.

Not true of amps, because speakers are such beastly animals, that often require gobs of current and out of phase with voltage at that. Amps and receivers are generally bench tested with power resistors, not real world loads. Try driving a Dynaudio speaker with most receivers. We have a thread on that right now.

http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showthread.php?p=407816#post407816