Yamaha is launching the fifth generation of their acclaimed Aventage A/V Receivers, with the new models rolling out from August 2014.
The new receiver range embodies Yamaha's goals of delivering the best possible audio and video performance with simplicity of operation and the latest in connectivity. Key highlights are:
Built-in Wi-Fi
All models of Series V have built-in Wi-Fi allowing convenient connection to a home network. Setup is simple with support for WPS and iOS Wi-Fi setting sharing.Wireless Direct
Wirelessly connect smartphones, tablets and other Wi-Fi enabled devices directly to the AVENTAGE receiver. This allows a customer to use various network features without an internet connection or wireless router, these features include: •AV Controller app with Music Play •AirPlay •HTC ConnectLatest HDMI version
All AVENTAGE receivers support the latest HDMI version, offering:
•4K Ultra HD 50 Hz/60 Hz signal pass-through to output motion-smooth ultra high-definition videos.
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•90W x 7 (8Ω, 20-20 kHz, 0.09% THD)
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•100W x 7 (8Ω, 20-20 kHz, 0.09% THD)
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•110W x 7 (8Ω, 20-20 kHz, 0.06% THD)
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•140W x 9 (8Ω, 20-20 kHz, 0.06% THD)
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•150W x 9 (8Ω, 20-20 kHz, 0.06% THD)
Web setup
Exclusive to AVENTAGE, the Web Setup Manager allows a receiver to be configured using a PC, laptop or tablet. There is no need to connect the receiver to a display, or use the remote.Long warranty
Series V lives up to the quality and reliability that the market has come to expect from AVENTAGE products, allowing the 4 Year warranty and 12 month replacement warranty to continue.Yamaha Aventage Receiver Features and Prices
RX-A740
7.2 ch Wi-Fi Network Receiver - RRP $1,299
Click to enlarge•Network Connectivity
•Built-in Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
•Easy Wi-Fi Setup inc, WPS and iOS sharing
•AV Controller app with Music Play
•Spotify Connect, Pandora, vTuner
•Gapless Playback
•AirPlay and Apple Lossless
•Web Browser Setup
•192 kHz/24-bit FLAC or WAV Playback
•Support for the Latest HDMI Version
•4K Ultra HD 50/60Hz Pass-through
•YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Signal (via firmware update)
•4K Ultra HD Upscaling
•Zone 2 Audio with Intelligent Amplifier Assignment
RX-A840
7.2 ch Wi-Fi Network Receiver - RRP $1,599
Click to enlarge•Network Connectivity
•Built-in Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
•Easy Wi-Fi Setup inc, WPS and iOS sharing
•AV Controller app with Music Play
•Spotify Connect, Pandora, vTuner
•Gapless Playback
•AirPlay and Apple Lossless
•Web Browser Setup
•192 kHz/24-bit FLAC or WAV Playback
•Multi-Zone Audio and Video
•HDMI Zone B – Dual HDMI Out
•Zone 2 Audio with Party Mode
•Support for the Latest HDMI Version
•4K Ultra HD 50/60Hz Pass-through
•YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Signal (via firmware update)
•4K Ultra HD Upscaling
•YPAO Multipoint Measurement
•Oil Dampened Control Cover
•Phono Input
RX-A1040
7.2 ch Wi-Fi Network Receiver - RRP $1,899
Click to enlarge•Professional Grade ESS 9006 DACs
•Network Connectivity
•Built-in Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
•Easy Wi-Fi Setup inc, WPS and iOS sharing
•AV Controller app with Music Play
•Spotify Connect, Pandora, vTuner
•Gapless Playback
•AirPlay and Apple Lossless
•Web Browser Setup
•Multi-Zone Audio and Video
•HDMI Zone 2
•Zone 2 Audio with Party Mode
•Support for the Latest HDMI Version
•4K Ultra HD 50/60Hz Pass-through
•YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Signal (via firmware update)
•Symmetrical Amplifier Layout
•SCENE Plus with Zone SCENE
•Multi-channel Input
•RS-232 Connection
RX-A2040
9.2 ch Wi-Fi Network Receiver - RRP $2,299
Click to enlarge•Dual Professional Grade ESS 9006 DACs
•Network Connectivity
•Built-in Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
•Easy Wi-Fi Setup inc, WPS and iOS sharing
•AV Controller app with Music Play
•Spotify Connect, Pandora, vTuner
•Gapless Playback
•AirPlay and Apple Lossless
•Web Browser Setup
•Multi-Zone Audio and Video
•Advanced HDMI Zone Switching - HDMI Zone 2/4
•Zone 2/3 Audio and Component video
•Digital Sources to Zone 2
•Support for the Latest HDMI Version
•4K Ultra HD 50/60Hz Pass-through
•YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Signal (via firmware update)
•Advanced Vibration Control
•H-shape Cross Frame
•Rigid Chassis with Additional Bottom Frames
•Yamaha Premium Video Processing
RX-A3040
9.2 ch Wi-Fi Network Receiver - RRP $2,799
Click to enlarge•Ultra High Performance 192kHz/32bit ESS 9016 DACs for 7 Main Channels
•Professional ESS 9006 DACs for Presence Ch
•Network Connectivity
•Built-in Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
•Easy Wi-Fi Setup inc, WPS and iOS sharing
•AV Controller app with Music Play
•Gapless Playback
•AirPlay and Apple Lossless
•Multi-Zone Audio and Video
•Advanced HDMI Zone Switching - HDMI Zone 2/4
•Digital Sources to Zone 2
•CINEMA DSP HD3
•11.2 Channel Audio Processing
•Expanded Sound Field
•Advanced Vibration Control
•Rigid Chassis with Additional Bottom Frames
•Dual Base Plate Construction
•YPAO Angle Measurement
To check on in-store stock and demo availability from August 2014, contact us in our Brisbane showroom on (07) 3552 7000.