RX-v1400 -vs- RX-v2400

[Jeff Johnson]

I am looking to upgrade an older Yamaha RX-v420. I have a nice two channel Rotel/Adcom two channel music setup and would be upgrading strictly for home theatre. Could you tell me why I would want to pay the extra $200 for the 2400 vs the 1400? If there is a compelling reason, I could spend the money. I have looked at most of the options in this price range and feel most comfortable with the Yamaha. However, if you have any other suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

Thanks,
Jeff

 

[Unregistered]

I am looking to upgrade an older Yamaha RX-v420. I have a nice two channel Rotel/Adcom two channel music setup and would be upgrading strictly for home theatre. Could you tell me why I would want to pay the extra $200 for the 2400 vs the 1400? If there is a compelling reason, I could spend the money. I have looked at most of the options in this price range and feel most comfortable with the Yamaha. However, if you have any other suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

Thanks,
Jeff

No difference other than 2 more DSP modes and I think 10W/ch more.

 

[Unregistered]

The other big difference is that if you have a control system the V2400 has a RS-232C Interface.

 

[joelincoln]

There are a couple of other very subtle differences.

I suggest you compare the owner's manuals which are available on the Yamaha web site.

 

[Ricky]

In theory both 2400 and 1400 sound almost same. but if you prefer a bit more power and a couple of more dsp modes go for the 2400.

 

[Rex]

The other big difference is that if you have a control system the V2400 has a RS-232C Interface.

Can you elaborate on that?

 

[annunaki]

The power difference between the two receivers would be inaudible. Also, if one checks the power consumtion specs, it is hard to believe that there is any difference at all in the amplifier sections.

 

[joelincoln]

The other big difference is that if you have a control system the V2400 has a RS-232C Interface.
Can you elaborate on that?

The 2400 can be controlled by a computer via a serial interface. The 1400 cannot.

 

[Unregistered]

The 2400 can be controlled by a computer via a serial interface. The 1400 cannot.

Can you configure or do things with the serial interface, not doable by hand?

 

[joelincoln]

I'm not entirely sure. I'm just starting to play myself. You can save and recall settings with the serial interface that you can't do manually. But as far as adjusting settings is concerned, I don't think there is any more functionality in the software. It is easier to make complex adjustments using the software, however.

 

[Kilwox]

Another difference

I upgraded from the same RX-V420 a few months ago, and one of the factors that swayed me to the 2400 was the remote. You can program macro's on the 2400's remote but not on the 1400.
Just another thing to keep in mind.

 

[Unregistered]

I started with the rx-v650 to drive my klipsch reference speakers, and after a couple weeks (when the speakers were broken in) I returned the 650 for the 2400. The bigger amp definitely makes a difference in clarity between the 650's 85x7 and the 2400's 120x7, even at the moddest volume that I am usually forced to listen at. I would have gone with the 1400 except for 3 factors. 1) The remote on the 2400 is superior, 2) The 2400 has multi-source output, meaning that you can record to the vcr/dvr/dvd-ram from a different source than what is currently being viewed/listened to. I have this feature on my old Adcom GTP-500II stereo pre-amp and its a feature that I really didn't want to give up, even though I seldom need it. 3) They didn't have a 1400 in stock . I got the saleman to come down to $850 on the 2400, which isn't as cheap as online, but was acceptable. I'm very happy with it.

 

[Unregistered]

Both should satisfy you. I bought the 1400 about 3 months ago and am not sure I would have apreciated any of the extra features offered with the 2400.
I was looking at the rxv750 which is also a lot of bang for the buck, but I liked the zone 2 amp for another source to another room and potential for zone 3 if I ever need it.
Specs for the 1400 are nearly identical to the 2400. You won't hear the difference between 110 and 120w. It's solid, sounds sweet, processor for theater is great, the direct mode for 2 channel is very clean and I think the value is hard to beat. I didn't get it at a web price, but I got sound advice to go to $699 and I'll get the Yamaha warranty, which you won't if you buy on line.

 

[Unregistered]

The main difference is in the capacitors used for the power supplies to the different channels. The 2400 has 50% greater rated capacitance. This allows much greater headroom for sound clarity. With all channels firing simultaneously, you will not get the rated 120w out of all speakers (like virtually all receivers) but the level will drop to more like 60w. The same is also true of the 1400 but with less power, the effect is more dramatic. The remote on the 2400 is way better, the rs-232 port (not for upgradeability though) is good for control etc and it is those factors that make the 2400 superior. I personally think the 2400 is a better, more flexible buy than the 1400 especially if volume and quality are important to you or if you have a largish room.