product description

Power and processing:

7-channel amplifier

100 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.06% THD, with 2 channels driven

Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding

Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound

Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization creates three-dimensional effects without height speakers (via free future firmware update)

Cinema DSP 3D adds richness and depth to music and movie soundtracks

YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) automatic speaker calibration

included microphone helps fine-tune your system to best match your room's acoustics

R.S.C. (Reflected Sound Control) helps deliver smooth, well-balanced surround sound across different seating positions

Digital and streaming music options:

built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services

MusicCast wirelessly connects compatible Yamaha components together for seamless whole-home audio

includes support for Pandora®, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)

free MusicCast app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback

supports wireless rear surround sound when paired with MusicCast 50 or MusicCast 20 wireless speakers

works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control devices

Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®

built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers

Multi-room audio:

dual-room/dual-source output

amp assign function lets you use the surround back speaker outputs in different configurations like bi-amping the front speakers, or for use in Zone 2

using powered 2nd-room output allows 5.2-channel sound in main room

cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone

Zone 2 stereo preamp outputs for use with an optional external amplifier

HDMI features:

HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 1 out

all HDMI connections support 4K/60Hz video

all HDMI connections will support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video with free future firmware update

HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs

HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content

supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision™, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)

HDR10+ enabled via free future firmware update

gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience

Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Quick Media Switching (QMS), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing

VRR, ALLM, QMS, and QFT enabled via free future firmware update

supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)

eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV

Other connections:

digital audio inputs: 1 Toslink optical, 1 coaxial

3 analog stereo RCA audio inputs

MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable

two line-level subwoofer outputs

front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives

outputs for 9 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Front Presence L/R)

receiver can power a maximum of 7 channels at once

full-sized front-panel headphone jack

Dimensions and other info:

free MusicCast app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote

Yamaha AV Setup Guide app guides you through the connection process and initial settings

handheld remote control included

AM/FM tuner

17-1/8"W x 6-3/4"H x 14-5/8"D (9-5/8"H with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas raised)

weight: 22.5 lbs.

warranty: 3 years (5 years with Yamaha account creation and model registration)

MFR # RX-A2ABL