Yamaha RX-V2700 Receiver Review
Summary
- Product Name: RX-V2700 Receiver
- Manufacturer: Yamaha Electronics Corporation
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: March 02, 2007 05:41
- MSRP: $ 1,699
- Specifications
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- 140wpc x 7
- Digital ToP-ART construction
- Pure Direct for higher fidelity sound reproduction
- 3 in/1 out 1080p compatible HDMI (ver. 1.2a) for handling digital signals including Super Audio CD
- Video up-conversion to HDMI
- Component video up-conversion
- Up-scaling (480i to 1080i/720p)
- De-interlacing (480i to 480p)
- Wide-range component video bandwidth
(100MHz -3 dB, 1080p compatible)
- Assignable amplifiers for bi-amp connection and multi zone
- Compressed Music Enhancer
- XMHD & iPod Compatible
- Network functionality for streaming music
- Product Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 17-1/4"
- Product Weight: 37.9 lbs
Pros
- Packed with more features than any receiver in its class
- Excellent amplifier performance and fidelity
- HDMI ver. 1.2a for DVD-A/SACD
- PCM audio decoding from re-encoded DD+, TrueHD, dts-HD soundtracks via HDMI
- Scaling up to 1080i and 1080p pass thru
Cons
- Average HDMI Scalar performance
- Erroneous HDMI operation (see notes in review)
- Some minor bass management anomalies (see notes in review)
- YPAO still not at level of some competitor systems
- A bit overwhelming to setup
Introduction
From its powerful network features, to its ability to playback all known current source types thanks to HDMI ver.1.2a, the Yamaha RX-V2700 receiver is likely to serve as the centerpiece of a sophisticated home theater for a long time. Its audio sound quality and amplifier performance are among the best Yamaha has built to date in a sub $2k receiver.
