<font color='#000080'>We've gotten a sneak peek at Yamaha's new flagship receiver and it is something to write home about! The RX-Z9 features:
<ul><li>9.1 channels (7.1 + 2 effects channels)
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170W x 7 + 50W x 2
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Digital Component Video Up-conversion</span>
<li>DVDi Progressive Scan Processing
<li>i.Link (IEEE 1394) Digital Audio Interface
<li>New On-scren Display with GUI
<li>HD Cinema DSP
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THX Ultra2 Processing</span>
<li>Variable Bass Management for Multi-channel Output
<li>5 Years Special Warranty</ul>The flagship Z9 also includes YPAO (Yamaha Automatic Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) function, which automatically analyzes room acoustics, then sets parameters for optimum sound quality at the listening position, via a fully parametric EQ, at the touch of a button.
Audioholics should be reviewing this monster receiver shortly and will be sure to give it a thorough workout so that you get the whole scoop on this latest offering from Yamaha.
MSRP: $4499
Available: November 2003
Images: Front View Rear View
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