Confused about Yamaha receivers

[tvglaser]

Hi,

I'm an original Sansui guy, turned Denon....just now discovering Yamaha. I'm comparing the new Rx-A720 to the RX-A710 to the RX-V673. For starters, what's the difference between the AV Receivers and the Aventage Receivers; they all seem to be about the same?

I have a new samsung UN60ES7500, so I'm interested in 3D, I'm interested in surround sound (5.1) Mirage speakers, I'd like to connect to the receiver via ipad, I'd like 2 zones, 2nd zone is just for 2 speakers outside, I'd like to be able to have just tv on....and when I want the surround sound, turn on the receiver, so I'm interested in passthru; for power, 80-100W is enough. The A720 and V673 has "When the unit is connected to a CEC compatible TV, it will turn on and off together with the TV, and you can use the TV remote to control the volume.."; this sounds handy. Since these 3 and others from the Yamaha line-up all seem to be the same, what's the best way to distinguish them? Maybe another way to look at this, since the a720 is new and the a710 is cheaper, what does the a720 have that I need? I'm impressed by Yamaha.

Thanks, Tom

 

[PENG]

You can do your own comparison at Yamaha.com. I did it quickly and in my opinion the A820 seems to be the sweet spot for <1K models.

 

[M Code]

The Aventage lineup is their stepup line over the standard lineup..
In todays broad distribution channels, the audio brands typically have a lineup more oriented toward the AV specialist rather than the big box sellers often internet based. For example, Onkyo has Integra, Pioneer has Elite, Denon has CI..

The basic chassis/tooling is standard but they may have some additional software features, another HDMI input or output, more attention to multi-zone operation and installer tweaks. The AV specialist cannot compete on price but the primary line and its $ contribution is crucial to the factory efficiency as they like unit volume and helps drives higher qtys for better componet pricing..

Also the stepup brands typically have a longer warranty...

Just my $0.02..

 

[avnetguy]

It would also appear Yamaha has another stepup once you get into the 4 digit Aventage lineup. How significant the difference is I don't really know but the 1xxx is about 10 lbs heavier than the 8xx line.

Steve

 

[3db]

It would also appear Yamaha has another stepup once you get into the 4 digit Aventage lineup. How significant the difference is I don't really know but the 1xxx is about 10 lbs heavier than the 8xx line.

Steve

That weight increase IHO is mainly due to the higher output capabilities of the receiver line-up with most of the additional weight going to the power supplies to feed the amp circuits. There are additional features in the 1xxx, 2xxx, and 3xxx series as well in and above the 8xx series.

 

[LAB3]

I have had great service from both of my Yamaha AVR. My 2003 RX-V2400 7.1 120X7 still works perfect. It would still be in the den but no HDMI or HD audio back then. My 2010 RX-V1900 HD 7.1 130X7 retailed for $1,399.00 and was one of their better AVR as you can use it as a Pre/Pro and add seperate amps.I got it for about $700.00 when the Aventage line came out RX-A1000/3000... Just compair the specs for your needs and try to afford the one with largest amps for head room on Blurays. Trust me you will need it, music stereo no problem but when 5 to 7 amps are on for HT you will wish you had the extra wpc.