Yamaha RX-V6A Unboxing & Dolby Atmos Setup | 8K HDMI 2.1 A/V Receiver
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- CORRECTION You CAN plug in height and surround back. Today I unbox the Yamaha RX-V6A and walk you through a quick Dolby Atmos setup. Is this a good mid-priced AVR? Does it work with the Xbox Series X and PS5? Find all this out in the video - amzn.to/3kgH0Mw
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Correction: you CAN plug in surr back and height speakers and Yamaha will automatically switch between them based on the audio format being played
Oh really? So if it’s not Atmos it’ll just use the surround back. Interesting...I put a correction in the description and pinned your comment. Thanks for the info, Sami!
This is what the RX-A2A manual says: The surround back and front presence speakers do not produce sounds simultaneously. The unit automatically changes the speakers to be used, depending on the input signal and CINEMA DSP 3D.
@@TechnoDad I had the denon s750. Did some random technical difficulties so I returned it in exchange for this Yamaha. I have the klipsch 26rfa. The tower speakers with Dolby speakers installed facing up on the towers. Now I’m at a loss with the setup. The denon would have a static click only when it wanted to when turning up the volume. Zone 2 would turn on when it’s supposed to turn off with everything else then wouldn’t power off after multiple attempts. The screen would just randomly switch off whatever I’m viewing and show white noise for a few seconds. HDMI cable is a black pearl, 4K with gold plate on the ends. Damn it all
Just a side note on the switching between 5.1.2 and 7.1. Make sure you have the receiver set to STRAIGHT. I had mine on AUTO and for some reason it wouldn't switch. I played a movie with a 7.1 sound track and it would only output 5.1.2. I called customer support and was told to keep it in in STRAIGHT. Works great. Love this receiver!
@@daveoliver5058 what setting are you referring to? I have the a2a and can't seem to find this specific setting.
I love my Yamaha V6. Upgraded from an Onkyo. Also upgraded speakers(Klipsch), speaker wire(14), and added acoustic treatment to wall reflection points. Would recommend to anyone with a small to medium sized room.
Nice!
@@TechnoDad Thanks. Your channels been a big help with my upgrades. Keep em coming.
My Big room too! What is big? 200 square feet? 60 m2?
I've just had my v6a hdmi board changed getting it back today. Then upgraded my front left n right to some dali spektor 6 floor standers can't wait this vid helped me a couple months back
I’d like to see the eArc setup
Your very knowledgeable on these things so your input/teaching would help a lot of us greatly. Thank you for the content, it’s always on point. Be blessed brother
Copy that, It’s on the way!
@@TechnoDad interested too, has this been done? New to your channel. Thx
eArc here, CEC, over HDMi 2.1 TV, 60 FPS max here....
Just got the Costco version (TSR-700) of this AVR and hooked it up to the Klipsch 5.1 Theater pack. Replaced the L/R fronts with Klipsch R-41Ms and used the speakers from the set as the front height channels. This is in a medium-sized "den" and it sounds really good. I am really impressed with an AVR at this price point. Thanks for the review.
Nice!
For those late to the watching this, the V6A has a free update to make it work with the Xbox. You do have to send the unit in and they replace the HDMI board if you have a unit that needs it (later models are supposed to handle the xbox fine). I'm about to send mine in for the fix since it was an early model.
Happy RX-V6A user here, for the PC, old 4x BOSE 501, rest are new satellites and center by JAMO, dedicated room, Pure digital Hi Fi to my ears, Vinyl fanboy.
When i select a good Atmos source, i thought all speakers are working, on a Dolby Digital source, only 5.1 max.
I have to retest it, are my sources good enough, it just says ATMOS, not how many channels the source is.
@Techno Dad I have had this unit for about 6 months just got it hooked up to my 85" QN90A and 5.1.2 atmos media room. Audio dropouts every 10-20 seconds. I thought maybe the cable in my new construction home were bad so I got a new Ruipro fiber and Amazon fiber cable (not cheap) to try. Audio drops even worse now. Happens when watching any source from the TV via the ARC/eARC port to the Yamaha ARC/eARC port.
I totally lost. Help please.
I didn't see anything unless I missed it, but I believe this is the same as the TSR-700 from Costco which is a lot cheaper.
Yes, I think that's the same model!
Yes exact same unit. Only diff is labeling in front that it and Costco is about 180 less.
That is correct
Are you mentioning this on all v6 videos 🤣
I have the Costco equivalent (TSR-700) and so far very little regret beyond wishing the firmware updates would get here. One possible correction, I'm under the impression that all 7 HDMI inputs are HDMI 2.1 inputs. The first three are separated because not because they're better HDMI inputs but because they're presets (Movie, STB, Game). Both specs and the manual don't seem to differentiate that some of the of the HDMI inputs is 2.1 and others is 2.0 but that all 7 HDMI inputs is 2.1. I could be wrong, but Phil Jones of all people seems to confirm this because he wanted to point out that it comes with a cost of reduced bandwidth/compression unlike Denon/Marantz's choice of components/approach of fewer HDMI 2.1 inputs on their AVRs. Of course if there is an actual statement from Yamaha on this, I'd love to know one way or the other. Interesting discussion at: ua-cam.com/video/1ZbOufC-qSc/v-deo.html
There was a firmware update today but not sure what's in it
Strange as the Yamaha Marketing guy told me three HDMI 2.1 inputs.
@@TechnoDad As I said, I could be wrong. Wish Yamaha was more clear in the user manual.
Yes all the 7 HDMI are 2.1 - I also picked up @ Costco 329.00 / The last firmware update has been great . Ni issue here . I'm enjoying this (TSR-700) It's future ready for 4K @ 120hz & down the road then 8K @ 60hz ! I should have got 2 :) !
Bryan, have you had any issues with that Costco receiver yet?
Nice reliable receiver with many features!
Not bad!
Good work there,am impressed by the way you explain stuff. How is the Rx-V6A different from Rx-A2A?
The cheap Avantage model is good too, you get the A6A 120 FPS I/O too!
can you still buy that V6A, or did they stopped producing it, to the faulty I/O board?
Glad to see you doing stuff like this again..been a while. Good stuff.
More to come, Timothy! Denon X3700H is on the way and I have some Cambridge Audio equipment as well.
Thanks so much for this. I do have a couple of questions however.
For the TSR-700 model (running a 5.1.2 layout with two subwoofers)
Why does YPAO insist on setting the front left, right, and center channels to “Large”? If I subsequently change the setting to “Small” will this screw-up the calibration? Moreover, YPAO insists on setting certain crossover thresholds to 40Hz or 60Hz (depending on the speaker in question). Similarly, If I change the crossover settings to 80Hz will this adversely affect the calibration?
In other words, YPAO is running a rather sophisticated algorithm and my concern is that by changing any of the settings YPAO ‘prefers’ I am creating a cascade/ripple effect that will throw-off the calibration of the WHOLE system.
A few Amazon reviews claimed the HDMI chipset was buggy. Interested to see if you find his to be true. Ive always found Yamaha to be very reliable.
It is, I have everything plugged into my LG OLED c9 with the sound feeding the receiver through eARC
Yeah, they replace the I/O board, it needs service.
no harm done, they pay for it all!
reliable Yamaha is, what you bought you get, and you get many years of service updates! this I/O board, they bought chips, not a Yamaha design inhouse, they just replace it.
I've just downloaded the latest Yamaha firmware version 1.34. I would like to have your advice regarding HOW to USE the Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization that was installed with Version 1.34..I've no idea HOW to use it..(wife will not allow speakers in the ceiling or walls) so, sure; instructions would be greatly appreciated. One thing I DID notice was that, since version 1.34 firmware was installed, there is now an obvious ECHO when listening to either 2 channel stereo PCM on UA-cam or Spotify.. or 5.1 channel movies on the Netflix, or HBOMax or even on Plex. I think I've discovered a way to turn off the echo, by going to the Equalization setting then, turning OFF the YPAO setting, or going to the natural Ypao setting. but NO YPAO FLAT.. because that's where the echo seems to live. Again, merely an observation ..but boy howdy ..I do not enjoy that echo at all. Thanks for your patience and time!
If I'm only running a 5.1 setup (1 sub, 1 large center, and 4 satellites), will I not be allowed to select Dolby Atmos? That seems to make sense, because I don't have height speakers but I wanted to double check.
How was your receiver showing Atmos on the receiver display? I have not seen mine display that. I have all speakers wired to their appropriate places, I have the power amp configuration showing 5.1.2. I know I'm also watching a program that has Dolby Atmos sound, yet I have not been able to confirm that the system is playing different sounds to the overhead speakers and the surround speakers. And when I saw Dolby Atmos displaying on your Yamaha receiver, that was new to me, as I have never seen it display on my receiver. Any idea on a setting that I am missing? I have run movies directly from my Samsung, and also through the PS5 on blu-ray.
I figured it out, for me. I have a Samsung Q70 that i was getting my input from, but it doesn't have an eArc hdmi output, only an Arc hdmi (not enough bandwidth). I installed a Google Chromecast with Google TV directly into the receiver and that resolved the issue. I now have Atmos, and it displays on the front panel.
So I have the TSR 700 paired with the 5.1 klipsch reference pack and the R-51. Today I bought Sony SS CSE for 170. From what I’m hearing in this video there’s no way I can play them all at once. Can I bridge the the Sonys with the R51 or can I bridge the satellite speakers together. Or do u recommend I take the Sonys back. I would greatly appreciate ur advice thanks!
Does the osd work with earc enabled? Say I have my shield plugged into the avr and earc on will I still get the volume osd?
Also, I've got the denon avr-x2700h and I'm thinking of returning it due to me misunderstanding thinking all ports were hdmi 2.1 but only 1 is. Feel mislead by denon, but the sound is good. Does the yamaha sound better do you think? Have you compared them? I only have a couple of days to make up my mind before my return window shuts.
I feel Yamaha receivers send a low signal to subwoofers. Hope i am not
Imagining things. Would be great if there is some way for you to test it
I'm curious about this aswell. If true, I wonder if these new yamaha have boosted the signal for subwoofers
I'll check it out. I mean, it could just be how YPAO sets up a subwoofer. I always turn up the sub after Denon/Marantz's Audyssey setup.
Wonder if that is why my SVS sub seems to always be off.
@@TechnoDad I turn off the eq after ypao run. I only need ypao for setting up distances and levels. Sounds better this way
I say Yamaha seems to send low signal to subs because subs wont auto-on at low volume setting. I need to raise volume to turn on subs. I suppose you could test this by setting up sub level at 0db on both receivers you are comparing and hear if sub is louder on one of them
You can change fron 6 ohms to 8. Make sure you're on 8 ohms that is if you have 8 ohm speakers. If you have 8 ohms and it's on 6 , the speakers won't sound very good
Not sure if anyone has mentioned this, I have the TSR 700, when going through ypao, it will error out if you dont have speakers plugged into the "surround ports" I had my back surround speakers plugged into the "back surround" and atmos speakers plugged into the "presence plugs". Switched back speakers to the regular surround plugs and it worked.
What is the difference between v6a vs A2A? Which one would you recommend to buy?
Hey, I like your videos, but could you please fix the broken subtitles?. It doesn't have the english subtitles, weird..
I'm planning to buy it.. need it for Dolby atmos movies streaming from Netflix and Amazon prime movies, will it pass through the signal from my Sony TV x900h to the V6a avr? (Using eARC on both sides)
Hi! It should work. I think the only thing bad about this AVR is the 4K 120Hz function does not work.
You dont use the word ATMOS at all. How to set it up? Use the presence channels and 7.1 for ATMOs?
Can you do a video for full setup please .
Hello TD,
I have this receiver and I want to use a TV and a videoprojectors as my displays. There is only one HDMI output on this AV receiver and I cannot find the right splitter. I am looking for something that can handle 4k 60ghz, active HDMi cable (50ft for the videoprojector) and dolby Atmos. I tried a Xantech 1/4 outputs and it couldn't pass Dolby Atmos. Would you recommend a good splitter? Thx!
Thank you for the review.
I have question regarding to connecting 9 speakers to the terminal.
I have 7.1 in the living room and extra 2 for stereo in the balcony.You mentioned the receiver will automatically switch between the between the speakers. How is it done ? Meaning, when will the reciever output 7.1 and when it will output 5.1+ 2. Assuming of course that all 9 speakers will be connected permanently.
Question can I use Zone 2 for another room and use Atoms as long as I don't use them at the same time? I'm in need of a receiver that has a zone 2 for my outside speakers and I do have hight speakers that I would like to use for Atoms. Thanks for your time and help
Hi Frank! Yes, you can! As long as they are not used at the same time, they you’re good to go. You can also watch TV in 5.1 in your main room and have music outside at the same time.
@@TechnoDad Thank you sir
@techno dad Have the tsr-700, have the klipsch 5.1 hooked up, I bought a pair of svs prime elevations (for atmos) to run 5.1.2. Svs can't go on ceiling, but can go on the sides closest to the ceiling. Do I plug them as surrounds? If I plug them as front presence, won't that give me front sounds as left/right atmos /heights?? Really trying to figure this out lol
Great Video, Thanks a Lot, I have a question about this AV, Does the output HDMI is compatible with input HDMI version 2.O of TVs 4k LG nanocell?
Yeah but hdmi 2.1 is better make sure when you buy it it's an 8K 60 hertz with VRR on the hdmi
From the receiver menu what did you leave the speakers on?Pure direct or straight ? did you use any of the programs installed in the receiver like sci-fi, drama, etc?
Hi! I keep it on Dolby Surround and it’ll choose the right codec for the job.
Hay Cinna,D, UK Steve. ... Worth keeping hold of my Sony 1080 compared to the Yamaha? Is it the update. As the sony sounds good. Also how many Atmos speakers can I use. 2 or 4 Atmos speakers thanks. And a review will be good..
Hi! Not too sure. I mean, it has some cool features but I don't think you should get another 7 channel AVR if you want to run four height channels. You'll need a 9 channel AVR to go four height channels.
Thanks that what I was thinking. See you on Saturday as you work out your subs.🔊🔊🎵🎵🎉🎉🎉🎉
If you use the preamp outs and an external amp for the front channels can you run this in 7.1.2 and use the atmos and rear channels at the same time with that setup?
Hi! This will only process 7 channels. If you want to run 9 channels, you will need a 9 channel AVR like the Denon X3700H. If you want to buy one, email me - technodad55 at gmail dot com.
@@TechnoDad i'm still not sure you are right here, i do hear sound coming from both extra speaker sets on a Dolby Atmos source only.
I would say, it does only 8.2 on ATMOS, not sure if one of these channels is just a copy of one of the other channels...?
I have too many Pro level Satellite speakers, i do love this cheap Pro receiver on my PC!
Does it process 9 channel . Can i use external amp and get 5.2.4 ?
Hi techno dad..please give me advice..yamaha rx V6A 100 watts and klipsch rp 8000 150 watts isn't there a problem with the speaker or the reciever?
I mean, it’s more about speaker sensitivity and those Klipsch are pretty sensitive. Would they like more power, yes, they would, but you’ll be okay with the Yamaha until you get something bigger.
Nice review, thank you. I just placed an order for the RX-V6A but I'm looking to drive my front speakers with a spare power amp that I have. Is there anything special I need to do to ? Thanks again
you need a solution as sonos is offering than, you need to synchronise the front AMP on the V6A outputs
Amazing review. I have been trying to get this variant at Costco, it has been sold out there.
Yeah, it’s in high demand I guess
@@TechnoDad also the price is so affordable for costco model at $399 with all bells and whistles.
Got the Costco version a couple of weeks ago, was only in stock 2 days
@@chrisd4432 you are lucky.!
@@MyGadgetsWorld and to think I hesitated before I hit the order button.....just got a firmware update today but not sure what it entails yet
I picked this up at Costco under the model "Yamaha TSR-700" for $399 which is the same exact one as this RX-V6A, idk why Costco changed the model # of it though.
Presumably it's so you can't just go into a retailer like Best Buy and ask them to price match and then that retailer would be mad at Yamaha for underselling.
I was trying to get 1 too but sold out so I'm thinking a sony str dn 1080
Great Video. can this power 4 Ohm Martin Logan slm-xl speakers (FL, FR and Center)?
Heads up for owners of an LG C9 OLED TV (like myself)...I had this AVR and it had issues with turning audio on. I would use the CEC function so that when I turned on my TV, it would also power on the AVR, which worked fine. However, the sound would only turn on MAYBE 50% of the time. The other 50% of the time, I would have to go into my TV settings and turn the eARC off and then back on for it to get the sound to work. Very annoying. Yamaha did release a firmware update that I thought would correct this issue, but it didn’t. I do not have this receiver anymore...
Hi Adam! That's interesting. I have an LG E9, so I'll try it out and see what's up.
Techno, any updates on this?
I’m late to the party but for using ARC/eARC, the LG likes to turn on first, at least a two to three seconds, followed by the receiver. It took me forever to figure this out. This assumes you already have CEC settings turned on both the receiver and TV. I have a Harmony remote and had to add a delay in between actions.
Are the 2 sub outputs in stereo on the RX-V6A? I'm looking at the Yamaha TSR-700 that Costco sells for $399 and it has all the same features but it's advertised as 7.1 (with 2 mono sub outputs). Other than that It looks to be the exact same unit just a Costco variant for a lot cheaper.
Hi Steve! I haven't seen anything about this on their site, but at this price point, my guess would be not stereo. They are parallel as opposed to independent. Most of the AVRs in the $2K+ price range start to have independent sub outs.
O damn the Old Spice man does stereo videos! Subd
Lol! Thanks and welcome, Jordon!
Please, more information about Atmos setup. More importantly how well are audio formats through the eARC detected. I have my PS4 connected to my TCL 635 and eARC to the A6V. While the PS4 says it is outputting format "a" it is difficult to know if that is what is being delivered by the A6V.
Great Channel. It informed both my decisions, along with Stop the FOMO.
More details on the set up options will be appreciated. 🙏
I see Dann. I have the TCL so I'll make an ARC/eARC setup video and see if the Yamaha app will tell us what format Atmos will be sent, DD+ or DTHD. I can probably make that and have it up next week.
@@TechnoDad, thanks for the response. In the end it will probably determine whether I use the TV or the receiver as the source switcher. I like the convenience of using the TV but I want the best performance of out of the system.
Thanks for the run thru. I can’t figure out how to drive 3 pairs of speakers in one room (no sub) and zone a pair outside, that I can run in combination or separately. Do you have any ideas? Cheers
Question , with the Yamaha V6A , when hooking up the height channels, are they only front height or can you put the height channels in the back ????
i was wondering about that too, now they are just above, in the middle.
the ATMOS YRAO mic synchronized it, they sound calibrated correct in ATMOS sources.
Thanks for the review Channa! I picked up the Costco equivalent (TSR-700) and have my Klipsch Ref (Atmos enabled) speakers & subs setup wired to it... but for the life of me I cannot get Dolby Atmos to work on Disney +, Vudu (UHX movies) and Prime (Jack Ryan, lol!). The only app it pulls Atmos on is Netflix. Also, when I play Atmos enabled tracks from Tidal, no audio comes out. This happens no matter if I plug in my Nvidia Shield Pro or a TiVo Stream 4k...same...no Atmos option within any of the apps I listed, just shows up in Netflix. Anybody else have this issue or better still a resolution?! (Yes, I have it set to "Straight"/DD) Yahama support guy basically said...not us, must be something missing from the metadata!!! However, when I hook up my Shield or Stream 4k to my Nakamichi Shockwaffe system, I get Atmos on that system with all the apps I listed. Very frustrating
You figure it out? Use the circle button on the unit, turn it. I can't remember exactly but I chatted with yamaha and they walked me through it.
Anyone get this receiver to play lossless audio through eARC yet? The receiver should show atmos/dthd instead of the atmos/dd+ i get for disney plus, amazon prime and netflix. I made sure my tv had earc enabled and set to pass through.
Hello , the auto setup - please advice what is the difference between singular and multiple settings.
Great video 👏👏 keep up the good work 💪
Thank you!
It’s available at Costco as the tsr-700 same product just a different model number!
Got mine on sale for $330
That's a damn good deal!!
i have that. hope you provide some tips for that. it works for me with ps5 4k 120 C9
That’s for confirming! I figured as much as my PS5 would work with the Marantz AVR
Hello techno dad! I hope your doing great. I would like to ask because im using an optical cable connected to the tv going to the rxv6a. Is there a set up i am missing so that the yamaha can detect if your watching a 5.1 or 2.0 movie. Because when i watch netflix or amazon prime i still need to adjust the speakers setting to 5.1 and when i listen to music i switch ot to 2.0. thanks in advance
I have everything wired properly, but I can't control my zone2 as separate audio volume control. It only plays with zone 1 and same volume levels control both Zone 1 (living room) and Zone 2 (back patio). Can you make a video to demonstrate this?
Purchased the Costco Klipsxh theater pack with the front rowers with built in refrence speakers. Cannot get the refrence speakers to work. I have the Yamaha TSR 700 which I belive is the same as the Receiver you talk about.
Is The Sourround Back only For Bi amp ?
The question that I can’t seem to find an answer to: can Zone 2 play a stereo mixdown of a surround sound HDMI source playing in the main zone? If not, then can it at least play the left and right channels from the source?
Hi! Zone 2 typically can only use an analog signal.
To confirm- you can't run any extra atmos speakers if you have 2 front/center/and 2rear surround speakers/2 subs already connected?
Do I need another amp then for my 2 front and 2 rear atmos speakers?
Nice video. Seriously considering getting this AVR as it seems to be good value. Does it have enough 7 channel power for watching movies in a medium room? Is Yamaha going to seriously update the firmware anytime soon for the 4K and 8K stuff to work at the higher Hz like they said they would or is that just a gimmick! How future proof is this AVR? Cheers. By the way, I would back off the camera .. I think you are far too close! :-)
As far as power is concerned, it's okay if you have speakers that have high sensitivity like Klipsch. How far do you sit away from your front stage? That should tell you what you need to look for. Room volume would have more to do with how large a subwoofer you need. Yamaha stated April - June 2021, so approximately 6 - 9 months after release of the AVR. Future proof? I don't think much at all. You're maxed out at 7 channels. I would get something like the Denon X3700H as it processes 11 channels and powers 9, and has 11 channels of pre-outs for external amplification, so you can grow into it. As far as the camera, yeah, I'm probably not going to change that unless I move to another spot.
@@TechnoDad Too many cables, u use it as a PC setup too, where is the Family couch?
my room is this setup too only way bigger, i can remove the office chair and put the cinema seats there too.
this close, i only hear 7.2 max, the height speaker you do here, were you need more than 8.2?
I just calibrated mine last week, and cranked it up today... It was uncomfortably loud (but awesome!), my yamaha sub and entry level sony towers shook the 17x18' room, yet there was still a feeling of clarity and precision, and no distortion. I usually listen at -30 to -25, and today I was at 0...and I didn't even want to go into + numbers! Good luck to you!
Hey man, thanks for the review. My question, can I do 5.1.4 with this in which the extra pair of height speakers are pre-out from this avr to an amp like you did with the Denon X3700H. Or, I pre-out the front L+R and use the speaker terminal as Rear Height L+R)
So this receiver is only capable of processing 7 channels at a time??
For some reason I thought it was capable of processing 9 but only powering 7. Which would mean you could use those pre-amp outs with another amp to get a full 7.1.2. But I guess I was wrong on this?
Yeah, that’s not how it works, unfortunately. You would need a 9 channel AVR for what you want to do. So the Denon X3700H would be a better bet. It’s also more expensive!
I just bought mine and I’m having problem getting the sound from my receiver . Any advice would greatly appreciated. Thank you
Hey man. I choosing between tgis and the denon x2600h. Which is better? I dont have any means to try ilout both avr :(
Techno dad is sony str dn 1080 better than Yamaha rx v6a
How does audio quality on this receiver in 2ch mode compare to something like the Marantz - PM7000N. Will a noobie audiophile like myself hear a big difference paired up with SVS Ultra Bookshelf speakers using the Marantz vs this?
I would go with the Marantz personally.
Can you do a video on Zone 2 and how to switch music from the Yamaha app from zone 1 to zone 2
The Denon AVRs display the audio codecs like DD, DTS, DTS HD MA, DOLBY TRUE HD, does Yamaha RX-A6A depicts this info on its display panel ?
Hello, i have a Rxv6a , front center speaker , two bookshelf kef , woofer Yamaha and back speaker also from Yamaha , I am planning to buy the Atmos speaker from kef to put on the two bookshelf speakers ,what settings do I have to use and the terminals I should use ? Greetings Jan
Can you set up two AVR’s to work together? If so a Video on that would be great.
It's pretty tough. AVR with power amp yes, but two AVRs? Too much processing.
I figured but thought I’d ask seeing that i don’t know what to do with my older receiver once I upgrade. Thx man
@@hectorvalen2876 Secondary system? Bed room or garage or just sell or gift it away
Can I run my cerwin vega vs-150s on this? Will it switch to 2.1 if just running these? Or is my old Yamaha r-s700 better still for these.?
Hello I’m looking for a AVR that I can use as a 5.0.4 can you recommend on please?
A few reviews have mentioned that the eArc connection frequently drops and needs to be manually set up again. Did you find this issue?
I have not. But I don't know if I'm getting an uncompressed signal on the Yamaha.
My a2a has been struggling. Driving me nuts. Press pause and the sound won't come back for 10-30 seconds.
Lipsync is way off, can't figure it out.
You can purchase the TSR-700 at Costco exclusively for $399.00 / the exact same receiver for $200.00 less.
Too many issues with this receiver - many features are not available out of the box - many require firmware updates. Not capable of 8K without firmware - EARC also requires firmware update. I'll pass on this one - Yamaha let me down this time.
Hey Channa D! Thank You for another great overview. I am in need of a new AVR, just waiting for retailers to have them in stock. I can buy speakers at places around me, but AVRs are nowhere to be found.
Yeah, I would recommend the Denon X3700H as you can grow into it. I should have one here next week. Email me, I didn’t know you were in the market - TechnoDad55 at gmail dot com.
@@TechnoDad Thank You for the suggestion. Of late I have had the same luck with AVRs as you had with your PS5. Kind of hesitant to put out 1300. But who knows, I checked it out on denon.com it has all of the bells and whistles!
Great info! Question, I got the TSR-700 with LG CX and Klipsch 5.1.2 setup. The AVR audio info says Atmos/PCM instead of Atmos/DTHD. Whatever I do, it ends up with Atmos/PCM. Sometimes it says Dobly TrueHD but then quickly switches to Atmos/PCM. What setting am I getting wrong? Thanks!
I got it working, i had to reset the TSR-700 and now it's working. Thanks!
Nice! I was going to suggest doing that. I'm glad you got it figured out!
@@darkcrash21 how exactly did you reset? Just turn off and back on? I still haven’t had any luck getting atmos/dthd to show up with disney plus just atmos/dd+ which of course is compressed. Anyone know if you can only get lossless audio with Blu-ray?
@@milehighboost5521 Streaming services don't have Atmos/DTHD, only up to DD+. I was using a UHD movie to get Atmos/DTHD
This or the denon x2700? I wanted the 2700 but it's almost impossible to find in italy... Is this Yamaha on par or would this be a downgrade?
Not interested in 120/4k btw...
Personally, I like Audyssey room correction over YPAO, so I would go with the Denon. The X2700H has also been sold out here for a while too.
Hi, great video ,but when i start the setup I get Error on the front sp why?
Looking for replacement for a onkyo 646, runs background fine but center channel goes out every few hours then shut receiver down and then starts back up. Any suggestions for replacement?
Look's like a great AVR Channa. I might have to look into getting it. Getting rid of everything Sony this year in my HT setup.
Nice Steve! It's not bad for $599 but if you are looking for longevity, as far as growing into an AVR, I would look at the Denon X3700H.
Gotcha buddy. Thanks for the advice!
Which speaker will be best for this AVR?
Hi! I would go with something that has a higher speaker sensitivity.
@@TechnoDad Can you suggest some speaker models?
Thank you for the video. I have an issue, I bought it just 2 days ago... the issue I have is that I can here the PS4 but I cannot see anything. I have a shield connected in the HDIM1 input, and it works perfectly well, and I have the PS4 attached at another HDMI, I try several... It is detected, the RX-V6 says in the display Playstation 4, and the sound is perfect, but no image in the TV screen. If I choose HDMI 1 the shield works perfect, I can hear and I can see, atmos is detected, everything perfect, but again if I moove (with the dial in the Recever, or the remote control) to the HDMI where the PS4 is connected, I just hear the audio, no image at all. If I press setup (receiver Remote control) it is not displayed in the TV Screen, when I choose PlayStation 4... again I hear the sound but no image, not even if I press option or setup of the Rx-v6. If I choose HDMI1/Shield, I can see and hear everything perfect. Do you have any idea of what could I test to find-out what is wrong, what I did wrong? thank you.
Best speaker set to go along with this receiver??
I would go with something like a Klipsch RP series...
I agree with him. I personally have a new Klipsch reference premiere 5.1 set up running on this receiver. It sounds great.
How do you get the radio to turn on? All it's saying is tuner FM 98.1
Do newly manufactured models of the rx-v6a (2023) have HDMI 2.1
I would hope so, but I don't know for sure.
Trying to connect Russound house speakers to this. How to set up pre out zone 2 to work?
Good afternoon, can you tell me why when I turn on spotify in zone 2, the sound is turned on in the main zone as well? Party mode is disabled.
Still not said how to get sound out of the rear speakers front speakers sub working no sound coming out of my rear speakers!!
Did Yamaha fixed the 2.1 chip problems in newer built RX-V6A?
Nothing yet from Yamaha...
could you please recommend which size wire can install with this reciver i have bought sterio wire which is thick while keeping high sound receiver gets heated
I would imagine 14 gauge should work without issue.
Has anyone used the pre out for their front speakers? Just wondering if I should invest in a power amp to power my towers with this receiver.
Have this receiver with a 5.1 svs system. Will it work with the svs elevation atmos speakers?
Yes! I love the SVS Prime Elevation Speakers (amzn.to/37Lc3uP)
This AVR buy or not??
Plz sir reply me
Is Sony replacing your PS5? I thought there was an 18 month warranty on their webpage.
I have to call them and I haven't had time. I should be within that window though. I got it in November.
Great video as always, I would like a video for arc and Dolby atmos and how to configure the receiver with the better options. I’ve managed to plug my Apple TV 4K on it and finally get Dolby vision, but not chroma 4:4:4 (but there is no content for the moment so I’m glad for Dolby vision and Dolby atmos with it). But on my lg c8 with HDMI arc, I only have Dolby digital+ but no Dolby atmos :( thank again!
Hello Jerome! So you're not getting Atmos from the LG going into the Yamaha V6A?
@@TechnoDad exactly, I have dolby digital+ but never dolby Atmos. I tested Netflix, Disney+ and the Dolby app on my LG C8 and it only shows dd+ (and Dolby vision for the video)
Great review Techno Dad.
Man sorry to hear about your PS5. Is Sony sending you a new console soon?
I have to call them, apparently the web services people can't help, LOL!
@@TechnoDad - Lame!
Any update on when you might be getting the Anthem MRX 1140?
Hi is it possible to hook up a separate amp to run my three front speaks on this unit. Thanks and love yourchannel
Hi Mike, unfortunately, no. That will not work with this AVR.
Can you suggest an amp to run my front left and right speakers
Are the high Chanels the Atmos Chanels?
Great review 👍👍👍
Thanks! 👍
Do you have the jump as a full soundtrack?
Yes, it's my song. It's called Forever and it's off my EP titled 29 Years - Spotify: bit.ly/CDS29YrsS Amazon: bit.ly/CDS29YrsAM
Thanks for the review.
Any time!